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Downtown Cottage, Walk to Beach, Fire Pit

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and fireplace

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Charming downtown cottage with cozy living area and fireplace
Cottage in Downtown New Buffalo, a 10 minute walk to the beach!
Unwind in this relaxing living area
Open concept living dining and kitchen in downtown New Buffalo
Dining space just steps from the kitchen

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 892.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Place, New Buffalo Township Public Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Local
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, New Buffalo Public Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2 - 2 Queens

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3 - 1 Queen

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area

About this property

Downtown Cottage, Walk to Beach, Fire Pit

Tucked on a quiet side street in downtown New Buffalo and just 6/10 of a mile from the beach, this dog-friendly downtown gem offers a mix of vintage charm and modern upgrades. Walk to shops, restaurants, and everything Harbor Country has to offer!

Living Room & Common Areas
Open-concept layout with plenty of space to gather
Cozy seating + large flat-screen TV with streaming
Gas fireplace for cozy nights in
Dining area flows right into the kitchen—great for groups
Cute coffee bar just off the dining space for your morning brew

Kitchen
Recently updated with quartz countertops
Fully equipped for your vacation cooking needs
Includes both a drip coffee maker and Keurig

Bedroom 1 – Front of Home
Twin trundle bed (great for kids or solo sleepers)
Light and bright with easy access to the main living space

Bedroom 2 – Center of Home
Two queen beds
Ideal for friends, siblings, or anyone who likes space to stretch out

Bedroom 3 – Back of Home
Large Queen bed for a great night’s sleep
A private, quiet option perfect for a couple or solo retreat

Bathroom
Centrally located full bath with tub/shower combo
Easy access from all bedrooms

Backyard Fun
Fully fenced-in yard for pups and people
Fire pit for s’mores nights
Gas grill for easy vacation meals
A great hangout spot day or night

Pet-Friendly Details
Well-behaved dogs welcome with pet fee (2 max)
Fully fenced yard means peace of mind for pet parents

Beach Access
New Buffalo Public Beach is just 6/10 mile away
Walk or drive (parking available with fee at kiosk)
Easy access to sun, sand, and lake breezes

Extras to Know
No washer/dryer available
Parking for 2 cars in the driveway (please don’t park at the real estate office next door!)
One security camera facing the driveway for added peace of mind

Book with Third Coast Vacations & Get the Perks
When you book with us, you get more than a place to stay—you get the local hookup!
Discounts on beach gear from Weekends Harbor Country
Free delivery from Bougie Boards (charcuterie, s’mores kits, breakfast & more)
Concierge services for booking winery tours, distillery trips, and other adventures

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Parking available
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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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 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

About the area

New Buffalo

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Downtown New Buffalo, a neighbourhood in New Buffalo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Local and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • New Buffalo Township Public Library - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Local - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Louis J. Sima Great Lakes Marsh - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Downtown Cottage, Walk to Beach, Fire Pit pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Downtown Cottage, Walk to Beach, Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Downtown Cottage, Walk to Beach, Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Downtown Cottage, Walk to Beach, Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Downtown Cottage, Walk to Beach, Fire Pit located?

Located in Downtown New Buffalo, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Local and Lake Michigan. New Buffalo Township Public Library and New Buffalo Public Library are just steps away. New Buffalo Station is 8 minutes by foot.

Reviews

8.0

Very good

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely rental and the location can’t be beat. Very close to the main drag
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

eileen s.

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

Cottage Like Feel

We read the reviews prior to our stay so we knew to bring our own pillows and bedding. The house has an open layout which made it feel much bigger than it actually is. It had a cottage like feel that we really enjoyed. It was a short walk to town and beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ashley H.

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

Great location

Cute and cozy.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

kristine c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved the town of New Buffalo. Check in was easy, and communication by the agency managing was very good. The house was cute INSIDE and had all the supplies needed. However the outside needs some attention, and lacked curb appeal. Not happy with the backyard cleanliness or the mess of trashcans lining the dirt road. Location was in walking distance from down town shops however the walk to the beach was far .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Cindy L.

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

True to listing

We stayed for two evenings at this property in September of 2024. The photos and information is exactly as listed / appears in the photos.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Erica S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location in NEw Buffalo

It was a bit different not as quality or high end as we normally stay. But superb location, easy to walk around to beach and shops. Property could use more curb appeal in front and backyard especially. ALso bedding not up to par either, sink clogged numerous times not sure why...? Thank you for the last minute hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Margaret S.

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

Close to Whittaker street but could use improvements

While it was just a short walk to all the restaurants and shops, the property manager/owner should make some low cost improvements to make things much better for guests. Generally- the house is very uncomfortable. The bedding is terrible. We joked that it looked like it was bought at a garage sale 30 years ago. I found it gross that the sheets barely fit the bed and were so thin and clearly used hundreds of times. The pillows are thin as paper. The couch and chairs are very uncomfortable, as well. The owners should invest in bedding and new furniture (or if you’re a guest just bring your own sheets, blankets and pillows). There are nice touches like plenty of toiletries and a stocked kitchen. While the place doesn’t have much curb appeal (you’ll see when you get there), being able to walk 2 blocks and be on Whittaker is great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

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