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Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms 3+ bathrooms Sleeps 13 315.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

New Buffalo, MI
- Michiana Beach13 min walk
- Local6 min drive
- Four Winds Casino New Buffalo13 min drive
- South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed and 1 Child Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed
3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 2
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Bathroom 4
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court
You have found the perfect Michigan getaway nestled in the charming woods that line the coast of Lake Michigan. Our 3-story lodge is fully upgraded with upscale finishings and lavish amenities – all to be enjoyed in the privacy of our large secluded forest property. Our lodge can accommodate 13 guests in the 4 over-sized bedrooms. Additional beds are available upon request.
The open concept on the main level features a large kitchen that opens up to the family room, making it perfect for large gatherings. The main level has 3 doors to access the full length balcony overlooking the front yard. Adjacent to the kitchen you'll find a large screened porch with a teak dining table, wet bar, Weber grill and our favorite, the oversized porch swing. The lower level has a large sectional, 60" smart TV, fireplace, mini bar, wine fridge, sauna, bedroom area, full bathroom, laundry, and two sliding doors that open up to the front ground level. The upper level has two bedrooms and a full bathroom with permanent bedding for eight, plus two rollout cots in the closet.
The backyard features a brand new 7-person hot tub (delivered October 2021) with a wrap-around deck, outdoor shower, designated bon fire area and plenty of open forest to explore. The front of our lodge opens up to a 50' long ground-level patio (with two balcony doors to the lower level) overlooking the forest floor landscape and a full size bocci ball court. We invite you to take a seat on the front porch swing and take in the surrounding nature in complete solitude.
The property has a long gravel driveway leading up to a 3-car garage. The driveway can accommodate 6-8 cars. In the garage you'll find all sorts of fun, including the golf cart, bocci balls, volleyball set, tennis rackets, beach chairs, golf clubs, coolers, etc.
If you're looking at this listing you already know the charm and adventure that you can find in New Buffalo, Michigan - just 75 miles from Chicago. It's time for you to log that family time around a camp fire, soak in the hot tub, hop on the golf cart and head to the beach or treat yourself at one of area's many wineries and restaurants. From our lodge you're just 5 minutes by bike or golf cart to the private beach or a 9 minute drive to New Buffalo's public beach.
Bedroom Layout:
Bedroom 1 (master with in-suite bath - main level): 1 king bed
Bedroom 2 (lower level): 1 queen bed (1 twin cot under the bed)
Bedroom 3 (upper level): 1 queen bed & 2 twin bunk beds (2 twin cots in the closet)
Bedroom 4 (upper level): 1 queen bed & 2 twin trundle beds
WIFI:
High-speed Wifi throughout the entire house (~500 MBS downspeed & ~30 MBS upspeed). Orbi Mesh Network w. Satellite.
ENTERTAINMENT:
3 Smart TVs with Netflix & Hulu (60" in lower level living room, 48" in master bedroom & 43" in upstairs bedroom).
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!
The open concept on the main level features a large kitchen that opens up to the family room, making it perfect for large gatherings. The main level has 3 doors to access the full length balcony overlooking the front yard. Adjacent to the kitchen you'll find a large screened porch with a teak dining table, wet bar, Weber grill and our favorite, the oversized porch swing. The lower level has a large sectional, 60" smart TV, fireplace, mini bar, wine fridge, sauna, bedroom area, full bathroom, laundry, and two sliding doors that open up to the front ground level. The upper level has two bedrooms and a full bathroom with permanent bedding for eight, plus two rollout cots in the closet.
The backyard features a brand new 7-person hot tub (delivered October 2021) with a wrap-around deck, outdoor shower, designated bon fire area and plenty of open forest to explore. The front of our lodge opens up to a 50' long ground-level patio (with two balcony doors to the lower level) overlooking the forest floor landscape and a full size bocci ball court. We invite you to take a seat on the front porch swing and take in the surrounding nature in complete solitude.
The property has a long gravel driveway leading up to a 3-car garage. The driveway can accommodate 6-8 cars. In the garage you'll find all sorts of fun, including the golf cart, bocci balls, volleyball set, tennis rackets, beach chairs, golf clubs, coolers, etc.
If you're looking at this listing you already know the charm and adventure that you can find in New Buffalo, Michigan - just 75 miles from Chicago. It's time for you to log that family time around a camp fire, soak in the hot tub, hop on the golf cart and head to the beach or treat yourself at one of area's many wineries and restaurants. From our lodge you're just 5 minutes by bike or golf cart to the private beach or a 9 minute drive to New Buffalo's public beach.
Bedroom Layout:
Bedroom 1 (master with in-suite bath - main level): 1 king bed
Bedroom 2 (lower level): 1 queen bed (1 twin cot under the bed)
Bedroom 3 (upper level): 1 queen bed & 2 twin bunk beds (2 twin cots in the closet)
Bedroom 4 (upper level): 1 queen bed & 2 twin trundle beds
WIFI:
High-speed Wifi throughout the entire house (~500 MBS downspeed & ~30 MBS upspeed). Orbi Mesh Network w. Satellite.
ENTERTAINMENT:
3 Smart TVs with Netflix & Hulu (60" in lower level living room, 48" in master bedroom & 43" in upstairs bedroom).
Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Approval needed: dogs 21lbs+ & non-hypoallergenic
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
New Buffalo
Located in New Buffalo, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Minden Bog and Friendship Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting.

New Buffalo, MI
What's nearby
- Michiana Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Local - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
- New Buffalo Public Beach - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
- Blue Chip Casino - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
- Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive - 13.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
- Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - 7 min drive
- PostBoy - 7 min drive
- Rios Mexican Grill - 6 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Mark Swiderski

Mark and Strella have always loved hosting family and friends. As many of you know, hosting often involves relentless prep work to make sure everything is perfect and ready for visitors. Your visit will be no different. Mark and Strella have both spent countless hours making sure that every aspect of the house and your stay exceeds expectations and enhances your vacation experience. Mark and Strella both work remotely and spend most of the year traveling for weeks or months at a time. They're both just a phone call or text message away to help make sure you have everything you need to make your stay as effortless and comfortable as possible.
Why they chose this property
If you're familiar with New Buffalo, you have probably seen all of the streets and neighborhoods become ever more saturated with new construction. What we have always loved most about New Buffalo is the feeling of escaping from the crammed and industrial norms of city/suburban life. While other areas of New Buffalo have sadly become deforested and overcrowded, our private association neighborhood has managed to preserve that solitude. You'll know exactly what we're talking about as soon as you turn onto the private road.
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