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Your Home away from Home

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A hot tub with a view of a snowy yard and a large evergreen tree.
Two grey armchairs with floral cushions, a small table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery. There is a set of knives hanging on the wall and a painting above the dining table.
A living room with a sofa, a lamp, and a coffee table. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
With a hot tub, this cottage offers a relaxing retreat for families. It accommodates 6 guests with 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. Enjoy outdoor spaces like the yard, patio, and deck while engaging in activities such as ice skating and birdwatching. Nearby attractions include Cherry Beach and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve.

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Yard
  • Barbecue
  • Onsite parking available
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Spa pool on site

Explore the area

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Harbert, MI
  • Place, Cherry Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake Louise
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Home away from Home

Welcome to the Lux Nest, your home away from home!
Walk into the open concept living room and look through to the chef's kitchen. The kitchen boasts a induction stove-top, convection oven, disposal, and flexible seating.
Head into the master bedroom, furnished with a king-size bed, two nightstands and lamps, and a flat screen television for streaming your favorite shows. The second bedroom has a bunk beds: twin size over full size to accommodate kids and teens.
Take a look into the vintage bathroom with original fixtures and tile.
Go out the side door in the kitchen and check out the breezeway. It is set up for conversations and game playing for times when you don't want to be outside or inside... it's the perfect compromise!
Now head downstairs to the fully furnished basement! The reclaimed barn wood walls surround two areas. On one side, there is a queen size bed with side tables, and a chair and ottoman, perfect for reading a juicy novel. There is also a table and chairs in case a game is in order. The other side of the basement has a futon that folds down into a full size bed and a comfy sofa facing a flat screen television equipped with limited cable and full streaming capability.
Through the basement door is the laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and laundry sink so you don't have to head home with dirty clothes.
Now head back upstairs and into the back yard. First thing you might notice is the hot tub. There is a four burner grill to cook up your perfect dinner when you don't want to head out to the nearby restaurants. There is plenty of room for the kids to play: climb the gorgeous tree, head down into the ravine and explore the creek, sit in the double swing chair and look for wildlife. Build a fire in the fire pit and roast marshmallows, tell stories, and sing songs. Did I mention the hammocks? Perfect for napping and reading.

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house is not child proofed and it has stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Contact owner for exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Be respectful of noise levels at night (after 10:30).
Keep it safe and legal.
No fireworks on or near the property.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number CR2021-0019
Property # 1056809vb
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is home to this cottage. Lake Michigan and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Captain Mike's Fun Park and Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room. Waikiki Jacks and Weko Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including ice skating, winery tours and birdwatching.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Lake Louise - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Flynn Woods Preserve - 6 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 8 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Featherbone - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Your Home away from Home?

As of 24 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Your Home away from Home on 5 Oct 2026 start from AU$808, 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 Your Home away from Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Your Home away from Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Home away from Home located?

Situated in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Cherry Beach and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve. Lake Louise and Flynn Woods Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 168 out of 175 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 175 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 175 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 175 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 175 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect stay for the perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
I'm so glad you had the perfect weekend! Please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thanks! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and comfortable. Check in and out was super easy. Location is really close to the beach and Warren Dunes, our primary activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2026
Thanks so much for choosing the Lux Nest! Thanks for your review and come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host had everything in her home you would need for a great get-away. My husband and I wanted to spend time on the Lake and this property is a mile walk or bike ride away from beautiful Cherry Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
I'm so glad you were able to enjoy the beautiful Lake Michigan during your stay at The Lux Nest. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect place for 4 adults and one 6-yr old grandson (“there are toys!”). Layout was great, well stocked kitchen, another queen bed and big sofa for TV watching in finished basement. Hot tub (didn’t use), privacy and great location. Enclosed breezeway for hanging everything wet from beach. Easy biking since it’s just off trail that runs from Sawyer to Michigan City (I think - I turned around in New Buffalo). We will definitely try to stay there again when visiting our family nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2026
I'm so glad you were all comfortable and you took advantage of our new bike path! Please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house is incredibly well-stocked and we were so glad to have the beach chairs. The window a/c units and fans did a great job of keeping us cool once we got them going. (First few minutes were toasty.) Our group had a second house where we also spent a lot of time, so we didn't use the hot tub or hammocks but would definitely have put them to use if we'd been there more! Communication was amazing and Patricia was so helpful! I'm ready to move to the area now. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2026
Thanks so much for your compliments! I'm glad you had a great time. I really love the area and I'm so glad you do, too! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Very quiet area, great for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place .\, location and love the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Cons: The comforters/bedding was not clean. The bunk bed smelled of urine. The window air conditioners are full of mold or mildew, visibly. No ac in the living areas. The basement layout has changed so there were 2 less beds (futons) than expected. The top bunk upstairs is so close to the ceiling that it is not usable even for a child. The hot tub was dirty and got too foamy to use. I hace a tub at home and the water in this unit desperately needs changed. Pros: The kitchen has almost anything you might need. Living room upstairs was nicely laid out for group hang outs. The outdoor area is large and had a fire pit. Hammocks were a cool touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2026
This is disappointing to be informed of these issues through this review. I am very responsive to my guests, and I strive to make sure they have what they need. Had you contacted me about your complaints, I could have remedied them or compensated you for your discomfort. We all know that sometimes unexpected things happen, and when they do, we fix them. For example, the hot tub water could have been changed, AC units could have been cleaned or replaced, and I could have directed you to the queen-size sofa bed that replaced the full-size futon (in the written description, but the photo wasn’t updated). In cases when there isn't a quick fix or it would be too inconvenient for the guest, we can come to an agreement for a different solution. My cleaner is very hard-working and honest, and she’s worked with me for a decade. I promise the bedding was clean. I could find any evidence of urine smell on either of the mattresses in the bunk room; perhaps it had faded by the time I read this review. Regardless of the accuracy of either of our claims, I wish you would have contacted me for a solution instead of informing me through this review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rustic lake house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lux Nest property was very nice and location was excellent. It was just my husband and I so we had plenty of room. The home was well stocked and the back yard patio was very relaxing. Did not use the hot tub so can't comment on that. The king size bed was one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in, which is usually never the case at a rental. There is a small brewery literally right around the corner and a pizza place across the street. Most everywhere we wanted to go was within 15 to 20 minutes away. The only caveat I would say is the staircase to the downstairs area is a little steep and the stairs are a bit narrow. Otherwise, we enjoyed ourselves very much and would definitely consider renting this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 July 2026
Thanks so much for your review! I'm glad you were able to relax and have fun during your stay. Come back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean..property as described..Definitely great host who responded per any questions. A nice girl getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

We had a great time! House is nicely decorated and located close to a lot of great places to eat, nice beaches and cute shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Break Trip

This was our second time staying at the property, great location and amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct 2022
I'm so incredibly glad you came back! I hope you can make it a third time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We had a great time at the Lux Nest! The location is perfect for visiting Warren Dunes State Park and the hot tub was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr 2021
Thanks so much for your review! I'm so glad you enjoyed your relaxation! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

Such a cute property with so many amenities for our group. We took a quick girls trip with my daughters and some friends, and it was a perfect place for this!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2025
I'm so glad you and your girls enjoyed your say! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

We had a great time staying at the property. It is very close to great local parks and beaches and had everything you could ask for in a rental!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2020
Thanks so much for your review! I'm glad you enjoyed The Lux Nest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fabulous stay! Felt like being at home for a week, our boys loved the toys and new books to read. We loved the hot tub and the big comfy king bed! Everything was well stocked, was one of our best VRBO stays to date! Would recommend and have already passed the listing on to other friends, we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2025
I'm thrilled you all felt comfortable! Thanks for spreading the word and come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

If you are looking for a place while visiting the beaches in Michigan, definitely stay here. Patricia makes sure that everything goes well for your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug 2024
I'm so glad things went well! Thanks for choosing The Lux Nest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Weekend

The place was great and the area was fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Felt like Home!

Stayed here over Christmas...property had all the feels of home with great amenities! The hot tub was our fave! Great location and very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb 2025
I'm so glad you enjoyed your Christmas at The Lux Nest! Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always a good place in Harbert

I have stayed here twice before and enjoy the kitchen , living room and extra beds. Great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Harbert

Comfortable lodgings, responsive host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 July 2025
Thanks for taking the time to review The Lux Nest. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozi Cottage

This house is adorable and beautifully decorated. We has a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

Super clean, friendly host, quiet spot, like home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Lux

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I am a born-and-bred city girl, having grown up less than a mile south of Wrigley Field in East Lakeview, a bustling Chicago neighborhood. I went to both public and parochial schools in Chicago and my summers were spent at the Chicago Park District's day camps and swimming in Lake Michigan. I love The Lake.

Although I left Chicago for college and travel, I couldn't get Chi-town out of my system and returned there when I was 27. I am now a Chicago Public School teacher and live in Chicago (of course!) five miles west of Wrigley with my husband, two kids, and a dog.

Why they chose this property

Every summer, I would spend hours in Lake Michigan and I've never wanted to be far from it. It was a life long dream to have a "summer home" where I could invite my friends and family and the kids could roam the roads and collect toads and rocks, the adults could unplug, we could spend days at the beach or hanging in the yard, we could grill our dinners, unwind at a local bar or around the fire, and really connect with the people that matter most and make memories that will last a lifetime. I looked for this special place for years.

And then I found it! The Lux Nest is everything I envisioned! The yard has the perfect climbing tree, a creek to explore, the right amount of shade for a restful nap in the hammock, a hot tub to melt the stress away, a finished basement for extra living space, and an easy drive from Chicago.

I fell in love. I've loved every minute I've spent there and I'm so happy to be able to share it.

What makes this property unique

Our home is filled with love and laughter! You will feel how much we care as soon as you walk in. We've carefully firnished and decorated The Lux Nest with an eclectic blend of MCM and Farmhouse Modern styles. Our favorite way to end any day is by lounging in the hot tub while enjoying the Michigan night sky.

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