ECO-LAKEFRONT House-Hotub, Fireplaces, boats, Firepit,WIFI-90min Frm Chicago!
- Cottage186 m²
- Sleeps: 8
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Min. Stay: 2–7 nights
Open the door to a customized holiday experience!
Bedrooms
Owner
Mona Dajani- Owner
- Languages:
- english, french
About Mona Dajani- Owner
Hello and thank you for looking at our property! Over the years we have used this house for our family and extended family so it feels like our HOME away Home. We give you, our guests, the personal touch from the moment you make your reservation. Renting our vacation home has been a fantastic experience—largely because of all the interesting guests we’ve hosted! How else would we have met famous authors, sommeliers, not to mention the dozens of other families and friends who have made 'Sanctuaire' their home away from home for many years? We bought the property many years ago as a 'retreat' from the grind of being big-law lawyer in New York City. We extensively renovated the house to feel like our family home in Aspen, Colorado- yet closer to Chicago. We are blessed with the property and has been a direct positive correlation between our personal and professional lives. We’re avid outdoor family of hikers, swimmers, sailors,snowboarders, skiers and kayakers! Mona, a former Chef in France, loves to cook and invite family and friends to share in her fresh farm to table food and wine pairings! Over the many years, our family and friends simply cherish, love and enjoy 'Sanctuaire' and we offer it to select guests. It has very positive energy. We are meticulous about its maintenance, appearance, and appeal. We have both legal and business experience representing hotels all over the world. Through our commitment, legal & business experience, Sanctuaire has established a business relationship with our guests that will last a lifetime.
Mona Dajani- Owner purchased this Cottage in 2001
Why Mona Dajani- Owner chose Union Pier
We love the location- very close to Chicago and our extended families in Michigan! Its quiet, secluded and private on a wooded 1 acre. Away from the tourists in Union Pier and New Buffalo. There is a cleansing and wellness energy about the place. Simple, So peaceful and in connection with nature. Feels far away from urban life.. We fell in love with Sanctuaire since it is blessed with magnificent natural beauty and located in the one most popular and desirable locations in Southwest Michigan, Sanctuaire is surrounded by clear, natural spring waters with towering dunes and numerous wineries! Sanctuire is nestled in the heart of the Michigan's wine country . Sanctuaire is home to some of America’s favorite vacation and recreation locations. Enjoy world-famous beaches, wineries, hiking, biking trails, water sports, skiing, dining, shopping, and more! With so many activities to choose from, there is something to keep everyone in your group entertained! At Sanctuaire, we recommend fun things to do with your days and to arrange special ventures (from dinner reservations to personal helicopter rides). Whatever you desire, we are here to assist you!We want to make sure that you have everything you need to fully enjoy your dream vacation. One of things that sets us apart is our Concierge Services. If you are interested in any of these added amenities, please reach out to us prior to your stay.
What makes this Cottage unique
We truly want our guests to love Sanctuaire and the surrounding Southwest Michigan area as much as we do! As we are both skilled chefs, we equipped the kitchen to feature everything you would need to prepare a great meal. We even offer wonderful recipes, easy meals that will delight your taste buds and give you energy for days' activities!. We also love our private and clean hot tub overlooking the lake!We have guests who have never traveled to Southwest Michigan and are sometimes a little nervous and so I try to make them familiar before they arrive by knowing what to expect. Also- When you book with us, you will receive more than just a great house however, you will receive customized service tailored to your specific desires. Lastly, please know all utilities, TVs, the hot tub, etc. will be checked-in 24 hrs prior to your arrival; and the porch light will be turned on so you will be welcomed by a warm and inviting environment. So, we welcome your inquiry and invite you to ask us all your questions and express all your vacation wishes so we can make your experience in Sanctuaire perfection! Also know that Mona is a big law attorney with many years experience in renting luxury vacation rental properties. You can trust that Sanctuaire will be exceptionally clean, welcoming, with top of the line accommodations. You do get what you Pay for!
Amenities
Featured
- No Smoking
- Children Welcome
- Satellite or Cable
- TV
- Washer & Dryer
- Internet
- Air Conditioning
- Heater
- Pets Welcome
- Fireplace
- Parking
- Hot Tub
Bathrooms
- Bathrooms: 2
Safety features
- Exterior lighting
- Carbon-monoxide detectorall
- Fire extinguisherall
- Smoke detectorall
- Deadbolt lock
- First-aid kitkitchen
Location Type
- RuralIn a small rural wine country town-Baroda
- villageQuaint town of Baroda- population 800. Close to Union Pier, Sawyer, St. Joseph
- Beach viewLakefront on private lake plus Lake Michigan beach is close by
- Lake viewLakeviews from all east facing windows
- Lakefront200 feet of private lakefront frontage on the property
- Water view180 degrees views from inside of the house to lake
- Waterfront200 feet of private lake waterfront
General
- launderette
- TelephoneLandline telephones in house
- Air conditioningFull A/C
- HeatingAll electric- super clean and carbon free!
- Linens providedAttention Sheet snobs! All 600-1200 Linens
- Washing machineDedicated washer and dryer With Free Laundry Soap
- Clothes dryerDedicated dryer With Free Fabric Softner
- FireplaceHand crafted stone fireplace downstairs plus wood burning stove fireplace upstairs!
- ParkingUp to 4 cars in driveway
- InternetFree Internet WIFI provided
- Towels availableBath and Beach Towels provided for up to 6
- Fitness room / equipmentGym with free weights and Pilates/yoga ball
- Wireless InternetFrontier WIFI
- Wood stoveRomantic Wood Stove Fireplace upstairs near master Suite- plus Stunning Fireplace downstairs
- Iron & board
- Hair dryer
- Paper towels
- Shampoo
- Basic soaps
- Toilet paper
- Living RoomIn Living Room is Hand crafted Stone Grand Fireplace and Sofa together with Futon sofa and Large HDTV.
- Baby Gate
- Gym
Kitchen
- DishwasherBrand new GE Dishwasher
- FridgeNew & Partially stocked
- HobNew Stove and Oven
- OvenNew
- MicrowaveNew
- BBQ
- Kitchenette
- Coffee makerCoffee lovers delight in coffee maker, coffee grinder, Starbucks Coffee/tea, sugar, cream and everything to savor a good cup! Also- hot choclate and tea is included
- Toaster
- Blender
- Coffee grinder
- Ice maker
- Lobster pot
- Pantry itemsFully stocked-Free of charge. Condiments, spices, pancake mix, olive oil, etc. Everything you need so you don't need to run out to the store!
- Dishes & utensilsAll dishes and utensils- serves 8
- KitchenFully Equipped Kitchen with new appliances, full oven and Fridge. Owner is a chef/lawyer!
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining Room
- Dining area
- Child's highchair
- Dining2 Dining room tables ( total) both inside the house and in 3 season room with high chairs and cribs. Sits 6 people
Entertainment
- Television
- Satellite / Cable900 HD chanels-Direct TV
- StereoLuxury Bose Surround Sound
- DVD playerWith DVD Library
- BooksLots of books
- Games room
- GamesMany board games, card games, videos/dvds, etc.
- Games for kids
- Music library
- Ping pong table
- Toys
- Video libraryYes- lots of movies!
- Video games
Outside
- GardenThere is a private lakeside firepit
- BalconyWrap around decks and separate deck for Hot Tub plust 2 docks in the lake
- Kayak / canoeWe provide Canoe, Rowboat, life jackets and fishing/swimming gear
- BicyclesYou can rent bikes nearby
- Boat2 boats included in rental fee plus pontoon BOAT available for rent
- Deck chairs
- Beach towels
- Veranda
- Deck / PatioExtensive decking around entire house plus separate deck for Hot Tub
- Outdoor Furniture
- Water Sports GearFishing gear, Rafts, water toys, etc.
- TennisNearby
- GolfOne set of Golf Clubs available for your use
Suitability
- Long-term renters welcome
Pool / Spa
- Hot TubPrivate and spectacular state- of- the art- Year round Hot Tub that overlooks the lake.- seats 8. Professionally maintained and serviced. Private Hot Tub.
- Spa whirlpoolPristine Outdoor Hot Tub
Onsite Services
- Car available
- Massage
- Chauffeur
- Private chef
- Concierge
- Housekeeper optional
Notes
- We are so enthused you are looking at our listing! Rate is based on number of people and specific dates. We accept one exceptional dog guest upon prior written approval and pet fee plus pet security deposit. Also note that the 'Book it Now' feature may not capture accurate quotes so we encourage you to call with specific dates and occupancy for entire time. Finally- please note this house is not suitable for parties (including bachelor parties). We look forward to hearing from you!
Breakfast
- Booking Possible
Policies
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if cancelled at least 60 days before arrival date. 50% refund if cancelled at least 30 days before arrival date.
Damage and incidentals
You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property that is caused by you or your party during your stay.
House Rules
Children allowed - Crib, highchairs and toys, books and games. Crib, highchairs and toys, books and games.
Pets allowed - Prior written approval with pet fee for one pet. Prior written approval with pet fee for one pet.
No parties/events
No smoking - Absolutely no smoking !Absolutely no smoking !
Max guests: 8 (sleeps up to 8 adults)
Minimum age of primary renter: 25
- 1. Prior written approval for exceptional dog guest with extra pet charge and pet security. 2. 25 yr min age. of lead guest-proof of Gov. ID 3. Noise
- Check in is at 4 pm and Check out is by 10 am Eastern Time. Check out list should be followed to avoid additional charges.
- We are strict about occupancy set forth in the contract. We are also strict about pets. Prior written approval plus pet agreement/fee is Required.
64 Reviews
Fantastic Lake House Getaway
Sanctuaire exceeded expectations for our family! Perfect Lake House getaway! The property is all in the name. Peaceful, quiet, and rejuvenating! Sunrise in the spa was the greatest way to decompress and reset. Families will have a memorable time fishing, canoeing, swimming, playing board games, and exploring. Mona is timely in her communication, personable, and knowledgeable about the local hot spots! We cannot wait to come back to this gem! Thank you again for sharing your home!
Gorgeous place to unwind for a weekend!!
First off i would like to say thank you to Mona for letting us rent your cabin out.. We had five of us ladies for a nice birthday weekend away.
Mona was so kind and if we had any sort of problem she got on it right away.
This cabin is super cute, cozy, and perfect place to get away from everything. If u want to go out and get a bite to eat or wine taste u are about 5 mins from the small town. We definitely would go back here again for a nice getaway.. Thanks again Mona..
Great getaway
In the middle of wine trail with great home location on a small lake. Went in Feb 2020. Host was amazing, checkin easy, house in great condition. The property is perched above the bowl-shaped lake and must be an incredible place to be in the summer.
Too Many Rules to Have Fun
The place itself is ok. Beautiful backyard. Quiet. Clean enough for a cabin…though some of the towels had stains. Well-stocked…though there were used condiments in the fridge. So, basically right down the middle. Not the fanciest, not the worst. The town itself is super cute. But do yourself a favor and choose a different property in the area.
Where it gets weird is the extreme number of rules. Lists framed and hung. Notes posted all around the house. Some, I kid you not, duct taped to the walls. 24-hour surveillance cameras outside. Multiple documents sent prior to check-in. These included an extensive visitor cleaning list despite the high cleaning fee already paid, yet mysteriously excluded a separate pet policy I didn’t know existed even though I clearly ordered a pet-friendly rental. Owner insisted on a phone call (which she kept missing) to my private number yet was cagey with the entrance code until 30 minutes AFTER check-in. All of this chalks up to a weekend spent with Big Brother. You’ll be constantly worried that you’ll be caught doing something wrong, and make no mistake, you probably will no matter how quiet or benign your group is. We were 2 couples, one pregnant and one with a small child, and 2 highly trained dogs who just wanted to sit around and play games all weekend. Wild, I know. We kept trying to figure out where the catch would be, and for us it turned out to be the dogs. For anyone else reading this, especially if you’re a larger group or visiting during outdoorsy weather, it could be the hot tub rules, gas grill rules, fireplace rules, boating rules, or check-out rules that do you in.
Bottom line -- if having your every move tracked on a quiet weekend away is your thing, by all means, go for it. But if you truly want a place to relax and let go without a care in the world, this isn’t it.
Dear Marie- We're so sorry to see your review and that we did not exceed your expectations as most of our guests will attest. As you may recall, after your stay in our rental home, we made you aware of our concerns about the condition in which you left our home at the time of your departure, at which point you threatened to leave a bad review. Also- while I am a pro-bono General Counsel for a dog rescue and obviously love dogs, horses and other animals, our stated policy is to require prior written approval with appropriate dog fee with a limit of two dogs. You ignored this dog policy rule and chose to bring several dogs plus extra guests without prior written approval. This rule which is stated on the website and rental agreement you signed, is for the health and safety of our guests as we have extra cleaning procedures and hire another crew after the first crew to scrub and steam clean the house. We also report the number of guests for fire safety. As a sign of good faith and our commitment to keeping our guests satisfied, we returned the balance of the security deposit to you despite the extra effort and money necessary to return the home to the condition required for our next guests. Obviously, this has not satisfied you as you have elected to post this review. We certainly would have been more than willing to accommodate some of your dogs and extra guests (without the party you had) during your stay if only you had brought this up during the many communications we had and before we discovered the damage to our home -with pictures. We offer you our sincere apologies and hope we clarified a few things. In our 22 years of opening up our home, we have consistently have had amazing guests and had great reviews. We are fully committed to making sure all of our guests are satisfied and comfortable.
Perfect Ladies Getaway
Perfect location for our Girls Getaway. Very quiet, but wonderful bonding set up.
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Amenities: Whisper soft Central Air conditioning, DIRECT TV (satellite), Large Plasma 47 inch TV, 1-mid size TV upstairs, 2 DVD/VCRs, work-out gym, canoe, row boat, coffee maker, microwave, toaster, blender, 2-door refrigerator, outdoor hot tub, indoor Jacuzzi tub, outdoor furnishings, (Maytag) washer/dryer, electric air heat, outdoor gas BBQ, telephone, dishes/utensils, 3 Ceiling-Fans, 3 skylights, 1 Wood-burning Stove Fireplace, 1 stone fireplace, 1 outdoor fireplace, 3 season room, fully equipped Kitchen, iron/ironing board, bath-linens, bed-linens, alarm-clock, radio, stereo, fax-machine, with Exceptional Views!
Activities: Fishing, swimming in the lake!, White water kayaking, Antique shopping, Theme parks, Outlet Shopping, Boating, Wine-Tasting, Winery Tours, skiing, Bike Tours, Outlet Shopping, Sight-seeing, Golf, Tennis, swimming, hiking and more!
Area: Less than 5 miles to the the local wineries and Lake Michigan, quick car ride to Union Pier, St. Joseph, Warren Dunes, Grand Mere State Park and Public Golf courses, bicycle and hiking trails on site, 45 minutes to Saugatuck.
Ski: Minutes to Union Pier, St. Joseph, Warren Dunes, Grand Mere State Park and Public Golf courses, bicycle and hiking trails on site, 45 minutes to Saugatuck.