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The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available

Nature lovers find tranquility at this peaceful retreat with a fire pit for evening relaxation, plus easy access to local wineries and beaches nearby.

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The Shire provides a secluded getaway where travelers can escape everyday life. Guests relax by the pond and waterfall or gather around the fire pit for stargazing. The location puts visitors just minutes from regional wineries, breweries, beaches, and shopping destinations.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Laundry room
  • Kitchen
The current price is €173
includes taxes & fees
2 Feb - 3 Feb

About the area

Located in Baroda, this guesthouse is in the city centre and on a river. Founders Wine Cellar and Chill Hill Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Michigan and Grand Mere State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Baroda Tasting Room & Estate and Free Run Cellars. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. Visit our Baroda travel guide
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Stevensville, MI

What's nearby

  • Boy running down dunes at sunset in the autumn, soft dreamy image
    Grand Mere State Park
    9 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Founders Wine Cellar
    6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Chill Hill Winery
    6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Lemon Creek Winery
    7 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Domaine Berrien Cellars
    7 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station
    19 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    38 min drive

Restaurants

  • Culver's
    12 min drive
  • Starbucks
    11 min drive
  • Cracker Barrel
    12 min drive
  • Burger King
    11 min drive
  • Hydration Station: South Lincoln
    9 min drive

About this property

The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available

Family-friendly guest house by the river
Consider a stay at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available and take advantage of a firepit, a garden and an arcade/games room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as laundry facilities.
Other perks include:
  • Beach towels, outdoor furniture and books
  • Ping pong, smoke-free property and games
  • Barbecues
Room features
All guest rooms at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available offer comforts, such as air conditioning, as well as amenities, such as free WiFi and dining tables.
More amenities include:
  • 1.5 bathrooms with shower/bath combinations and hairdryers
  • Smart TVs with cable channels and DVD players
  • Porches or lanais, outdoor lighting and kitchens

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Internet access

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Books
  • Games
  • Table tennis

Conveniences

  • Laundry facilities

Outdoors

  • Barbecue grill
  • Beach towels
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • On a river
  • Outdoor furniture

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Food and drink

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dining table
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

More

  • Air conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Kids love the pond, the swings and the rec. room!

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

The Shire "there's Some Good in the World."

Frequently asked questions

Is The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available ?

As of 30 Jan 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available on 2 Feb 2026 start from €173.39, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available located?

This family-friendly Baroda guesthouse is located on a river, within 3 mi (5 km) of Founders Wine Cellar and Chill Hill Winery. Lake Michigan and Grand Mere State Park are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

The Shire - "There's some good in the world." Winery/Brewery tours available Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Location

10

Staff & service

10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 224 out of 231 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 231 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 231 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 231 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 231 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Brenda A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property, lovely hosts, definitely family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a quiet, cozy spot! My son loved watching the fish in the pond. Everything was very clean and comfortable. We would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Getaway weekend

We had a group of four for a wine tasting getaway. Loved the property. The pond and fire pit areas are peaceful. The host left a book with restaurants/attractions nearby. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

AMBER C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Qaiunt getaway

Clean, pretty, beautiful setting in country. Only stayed overnight but wish was longer
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fourth of July

We stayed Friday through Sunday. It was comfortable, very nice, well stocked, beautiful property and great location. Peaceful country location and yet close to lake Michigan and many restaurants and stores within a few miles. Beautiful fire pit area next to the pond that has string lights. Just a very relaxing, comfortable, well maintained and truly nice place!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

CJ C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

I was blown away by how awesome it was. From the beautiful area to the fan favorite pingpong table we had a blast!! We would 100 percent stay at The Shire again! The hosts are amazing people and very friendly!! Everything was in driving distance which was great. My family had a blast feeding the fish and making s'mores by the campfire.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short stay

It was a short stay but everything was perfect, easy to access, very clean , very comfortable! We will be back !
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Annette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautifully peaceful

My daughter and I were so impressed with the Shire. It’s lovely, clean and comfortable. The property is beautiful. We had a great stay and look forward to staying here again in the future. The hosts take great pride in their property and communicate well to ensure their guests are comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chad L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Place to stay

Was a very nice place to stay with a nice pond and bon fire. Communication was great and they let us drop our cars off before check in time so we could start our day.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mother/ Daughter get away

The surroundings were peaceful and beautiful. Great area to go and relax.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Getaway

Beautiful property and home. Great place for two or a family.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and location

House was immaculate! Owner was super nice. Highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ulrika Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Overnight Stay at the Shire

The shire is a fantastic, private property that is very comfortable and relaxing for a short or long visit - it is special.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dawn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ladies Weekend

We spent the night here and loved the place! I wish we could have scheduled a spring or summer weather trip. It’s very peaceful and beautiful. Beds are comfortable and the place is very clean. Mike is quick to reply with questions.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Darla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to lay your head.

We were in town for a family funeral and it was perfect. Very clean and they were helpful with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Freda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sip and Stay

We dashed over to Michigan for a girls wine tasting sleep over. We enjoyed our stay at The Shire. The host was extremely accommodating. The Shire had every amenity that we desired and more...we will be back soon!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice place!!

Closer to area activities than you think. House was very nice, quiet and lots of activities on site. Very close to Lake and downtown area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lora C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Lovely home. Beautiful property. Very Clean. Comfortable bed Perfect location close to everything. Gracious host easy to communicate with.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paige A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet Get Away

We only stayed for one night after our friend’s surprise engagement and it was the perfect place. Beautiful pond and quiet area. And perfect distance from Warren Dunes!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alanna G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another great stay!

This was our second time staying at The Shire and we enjoyed it very much! Everything was as we remembered- the space is very clean & comfortable and had everything we needed. The location is perfect: quiet and peaceful, yet close to the beach, wineries, breweries, and shopping. We plan to return again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

karla m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Anniversary/Fall Getaway

The Shire is absolutely Lovely! Pictures do not do it justice, it’s even more beautiful in person!! The hosts are wonderful and so accommodating! Every detail is top notch, the beds are fabulous and so comfortable we all slept so good! Visited wineries and breweries and ate some great food too and of course had to see the beautiful Lake Michigan and went to Silver beach. We had an amazing stay here and will definitely be back!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Michigan getaway

The Shire house was perfect for my husband, daughter, and me. The property was very clean and relaxing. Lots of fun games provided. Close to beaches and cute towns. We had a lot of fun!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kacie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful place to stay

We had a wonderful weekend stay at The Shire! Mike was so welcoming and personable. The property was beautiful and spacious and the house was perfect. Our family of 6 stayed there for a long weekend. The kids loved the basketball court and huge yard to play catch in, the swing overlooking the pond, and the huge and very spacious garage where they played ping pong and bag toss! Thank you for great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Retreat

We loved our stay at Mike and Lisa's place. Our son loved feeding the fish and roasting smores at the firepit. The home was clean, beds comfortable and necessities stocked. We did not take advantage of the bonus space, but you could easily sleep another 1-2 people there. Mike welcomed us upon arrival and showed us the house and where things were. The grounds and vineyards beyond were lovely to walk through. Highly recommend if in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls trip to the beach

We enjoyed our stay at The Shire. The property is a beautiful and peaceful place to hang out. Coffee on the patio and walking to the vineyard was cool. We enjoyed beach views, shopping in St. Joes, silver beach pizza! A day at silver beach and playing games back at the house! Perfect getaway!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023