Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court

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Screened porch with wet bar, sink, porch swing & grill.

Overview
Amenities
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Location
Host

4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 13316 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Check out the area

New Buffalo, MI

Michiana Beach15 min walk
Local9 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo19 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)113 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen 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

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!

Property manager

Mark Swiderski

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

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 20 lb per pet

Approval needed: dogs 21lbs+ & non-hypoallergenic

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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. Travelling with kids? Consider Minden Bog and Friendship Botanic Gardens.

New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

Michiana Beach - 15 min walk
Whittaker Woods Golf Course - 7 min drive
Local - 9 min drive
Blue Chip Casino - 12 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 19 min drive

Getting around

New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 16 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 16 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 17 min drive
Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - 16 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs with a maximum weight of up to 20 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court located?

This family-friendly New Buffalo holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Michiana Beach and Lake Michigan. Duneland Beach and Lyon Oaks Golf Course are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

18 Dec 2023

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

Mom and daughters weekend

We had a great time at the house and exploring some of the wine trail as a mom and daughter’s weekend. The house was clean, comfortable and had all we needed. The weather wasn’t such that we enjoyed much of the outside activities, but was a great location and long weekend!

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

1 Aug 2023

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

Such a beautiful home

Such a beautiful home and forest surroundings! Very professionally outfitted to give it that hotel feeling. The beds and pillows definitely deserve a shoutout. What else… My wife was in heaven with the sauna and steam room. The screened porch area is stunning and perfect for our breakfasts and dinners. The kids found plenty of games and activities to keep busy. Hot shower outside was a super nice touch after a day at the beach. We appreciated having all the beach equipment we needed. The fire pit was a big hit. The outdoor railings needed some attention but we probably wouldn’t have noticed if the property manager didn’t point out some ongoing exterior work. All in all we would love to come back next year! Thanks Mark

Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

28 July 2023

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

Girls Getaway

We had an absolute blast staying at this house! It had everything we needed and was perfect for our girl's trip. It was very well-updated and decorated. It was super clean and had plenty of space for 9 of us women. We enjoyed the hot tub and how quick the drive was to the beach. It was close enough to the wineries and restaurants we wanted to visit. Mark was very fantastic to work with. We would stay here again on our next girl's trip to new buffalo without a question! 10/10

Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

26 July 2023

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

Family Vacation

Beautiful, clean, relaxing getaway.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

27 June 2023

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

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home in a gorgeous woodsy setting! So many nice amenities, and plenty of room for 9 of us to be able to spread out when we wanted to! The golf cart was fun and a great touch! We enjoyed taking it to the beach, and it was very easy to find a parking space for it. Easy to reach the property manager if needed!

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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.