Home in Watervliet

The Purple House blends elegance and natural beauty with a forest-view deck, tall windows, and fireplace. Explore trails, 2.3 miles of river, and more across 150 acres of serene adventure. Dogs welcomed! The space The Purple House is perfect for nature lovers. With dramatic 2-story living room windows and a spacious deck overlooking the woods, it’s not uncommon to spot deer in the morning. Stay cozy with a wood-burning fireplace and enjoy a fully stocked kitchen (no food), Smart TV, DVD player, board games, and a Keurig station (coffee, tea, sugar, half & half). Set on 150 acres that were once the Don Kerbis Tennis Camp, this home gives you access to 2.3 miles of river frontage, forest trails, basketball/tennis courts (play at your own risk—cracks present), catch-and-release ponds, fire pit, volleyball net, and cornhole. Just a short 30-minute drive brings you to the charming Lake Michigan beach towns of St. Joseph and South Haven. These top-rated destinations feature gorgeous beaches, lakefront parks, splash pads, boutique shopping, local dining, playgrounds, and family-friendly attractions—perfect for a day trip adventure. Please note: - This property is shared with a few other unique rentals—guests should not expect full seclusion. Rental unit, fire pit and corn toss are private, but rest of amenities are shared. - As with any wooded property, bugs and wildlife are part of the natural setting. -Wifi can be slow as it is a wooded area. MillCreek Wilde Wedding Barn: 10 min. Bluedress Barn Wedding Barn: 18 min. Sundance Studio Wedding Venue: 16 min. Four Winds Casino: 5 min. Kayak & Canoe rental and drop off (Paw Paw River Campground): 6 min. Breweries and Wineries: as close as 5 min. Jolly Orchards U-pick: 18 min. Hagar Beach: 18 min. Silver Beach, St. Joseph: 25 min. South Haven: 25 min. & More!