Updated on Jul 20, 2026
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Type
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Private vacation home
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Bedrooms
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3
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Bathrooms
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2
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House Rules
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 999 lbs per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Smoking is not permitted
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No events allowed;Small gatherings w/ approval. No parties.
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Max Occupancy
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18
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Host Language
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English
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Property Id
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4642617
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The Barndo Retreat is where memories are made.
Some places are simply where you stay. Others become part of your family's traditions. Perfect for Notre Dame Weekends!
Nestled on 2 peaceful acres near Stone Lake, The Barndo Retreat was thoughtfully created for families, multi-generational vacations, wedding weekends, retreats, and memorable getaways together.
Many guests arrive with plans to explore Southwest Michigan—only to discover their favorite memories are made right here at The Barndo.
Whether you're preparing breakfast in the custom kitchen, enjoying a family pickleball tournament, sharing s'mores around the fire, or soaking in the hot tub beneath the stars, every space was designed to bring people together.
Guests often tell us their stay was "even better than imagined," and many begin planning their next visit before they've even packed to leave.
Why Guests Choose The Barndo
• Comfortably sleeps up to 16 guests (up to 18 with prior approval)
• Peaceful, private setting on 2 secluded acres
• Heated indoor Sports Barn for year-round fun
• Private hot tub and evenings around the fire
• Spacious custom kitchen with oversized island made for cooking, gathering, and lingering over meals together
• Fully stocked kitchen with Nespresso coffee bar
• Dog-friendly
• Plenty of room to spread out without sacrificing togetherness
Heated Indoor Sports Barn
The Sports Barn is often the reason guests choose The Barndo—and one of the biggest reasons they return.
Your private gathering space includes:
• Full pickleball court (paddles & balls provided)
• Half-court basketball (basketballs provided)
• Full volleyball setup
• Ping pong, cornhole & family games
• Lounge seating & dry bar
Heated for cooler months, the Sports Barn features ceiling fans, large windows, and two 14-foot overhead doors that provide abundant natural ventilation and fresh airflow during warmer weather.
From pickleball tournaments and family card games to watching the big game together, it's where laughter naturally fills the day.
Rain, snow, or late-night fun—the memories keep going.
Easy Lake Life — Just 3 Minutes Away
One of our favorite things about staying at The Barndo is how easy it is to enjoy a full Michigan lake day.
Stone Lake Beach & Pier features a sandy beach, newly improved boardwalk, public fishing pier, boat launch, seasonal kayak, paddleboard and pedal boat rentals, plus beautiful sunset views.
Stone Lake is also known for excellent fishing, including largemouth bass, bluegill, crappie and panfish.
Spend the day swimming, boating, fishing or relaxing by the water, then return to your own private retreat for dinner on the patio, games in the Sports Barn, and an evening beneath the stars.
The Moments Guests Remember Most
Sometimes it's the simplest moments that become everyone's favorite memories.
• Coffee on the front porch
• Meals that linger around the kitchen island
• Kids playing together for hours
• Picking seasonal raspberries and blackberries along the property's edge
• S'mores and stories around the fire
• Deer wandering quietly through the yard
• Hot tub soaks beneath the stars
Comfort Inside
Designed with both comfort and connection in mind.
• Bright, open-concept living spaces
• Spacious custom kitchen with oversized island
• Quartz countertops and modern finishes
• Nespresso coffee bar
• Cozy gathering spaces for movies and conversation
• High-speed fiber internet
• Smart TVs throughout
Thoughtful touches throughout make it easy for everyone to relax and feel at home.
Sleeping Arrangements
Comfortably sleeps up to 16 guests, with accommodations for up to 18 available by prior approval.
Bedroom 1
• King Bed
Bedroom 2
• Queen Bed
Loft
• Six custom full-size beds
Living Room
• Queen sleeper sofa
Perfect for family reunions, wedding weekends, retreats, and multi-generational vacations.
Unbeatable Location
Close to everything, yet peacefully private.
• 3 minutes — Stone Lake Beach, Pier & Boat Launch
• 5 minutes — Clisbee Park & Playground
• 7 minutes — Diamond Lake Golf Course
• 7 minutes — Diamond Lake
• 9 minutes — Marion Magnolia Farms
• 20 minutes — Swiss Valley Ski Resort
• 30 minutes — Notre Dame Stadium
• Under 2 hours — Chicago
Plus wineries, breweries, restaurants, ice cream shops, hiking, boating, fishing, and outdoor recreation throughout Southwest Michigan.
Perfect For
• Family reunions
• Multi-generational vacations
• Wedding weekends
• Notre Dame game days
• Summer lake getaways
• Golf & winery weekends
• Church & ministry retreats
• Sports tournament weekends
• Cozy winter escapes
Our Hope
We created The Barndo Retreat with one simple hope: that your stay is filled with laughter, meaningful conversations, and the kind of moments you'll talk about long after the trip is over.
Whether it's cousins staying up too late in the loft, grandparents enjoying coffee on the porch, or everyone gathered around the kitchen island after a day on the lake, we hope your time here becomes a tradition you'll want to repeat.
The Barndo Retreat was thoughtfully created for families and respectful gatherings—a place where lasting memories are made and everyone can enjoy the peaceful setting together.
Cassopolis is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Riley-Shurte Woods Nature Sanctuary and Vernon and Velma Radebaugh Memorial Plant Preserve, while Dowagiac Area History Museum and Beckwith Theatre are cultural highlights. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding.
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