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Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan

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Ample parking on the side of the house.
Front of the house
The deck at the back of the house.
Patio seating area with the fire pit.
Living area
Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Map
New Buffalo, MI
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)114 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan

This simple, affordable, cottage in the woods near Lake Michigan has a lot to offer with a newly remodeled three quarter bath.
Imagine spending the day at the association's private beach relaxing, and then return home to grill hamburgers on the private deck. After dinner, you return to the beach to enjoy the beautiful sunset before heading back to roast marshmallows in the patio fire pit.

The cottage is located only ten minutes away from Michigan City and the many area attractions it has to offer. If you enjoy shopping The Lighthouse Place outlet mall is perfect for you. Kids of all ages will enjoy the Washington Park Zoo or the Hot Rod Museum. Throughout the summer, there are many local berry patches that you can pick your own berries from as well.

Keywords: Cottage, lake, woods, home, rental, beach

Property manager

Rachel Rieder
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Idyllic 2 BR Bungalow for romance or small family vacation. 7 blocks from beach.
Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI: Aug. 30 to Sept. 2
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
9.6 out of 10, (70 reviews)
Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI: Aug. 30 to Sept. 2

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Please contact owner for rules regarding pets.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

New Buffalo

This cottage is located 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
Map
New Buffalo, MI

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 16 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 17 min drive
  • Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo
  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kathy

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet getaway
It is a short walk to the beach and located in a quiet neighborhood. The place was clean and exactly as described. Good communication. Thanks for a getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Daniel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 night stay with poor weather
We had some bad weather while there - which ended up with losing electricity in the entire neighborhood 11:30pm - ~1pm the next day. Had trouble locating flashlights, candles and lighter at 11:30pm (in an unknown place!) It was rainy and overcast for alot of the 1st day and most of the 2nd. Good thing is the temperature was pleasant (so didnt need AC) and we were able to go into Michiana for coffee and bowling. There were plenty of towels, water-toys (lifejackets), hot water, the kitchen was fully stocked. Golf cart was super great to use to get to the private beach (rocky shore). We ate in New Buffalo every night (Brewsters (reservation), Stray Dog, & Caseys AND would walk around before & after dinner down to the public beach (which my kids loved so much).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location basic home
Easily the best part of our stay, was the proximity to the beach along with the golf cart. The cart had a flat that was fixed on the fourth day of our stay and we enjoyed using it. On the flip side, the furniture in the family room was in desperate need of replacement. The couch was hard to get out of due to sinking into the cushions and the love seat was even worse. The stairs were tough to climb (high risers) and railings are wobbly. The tiny bathroom has no shower curtain liner and the curtain piled on the floor and got soaked with each shower. The kitchen was lacking a lot of basics, and the deck was covered with tree debris and mismatched wet chair cushions. We couldn’t sit out there, and the front porch chairs were peeling paint and unusable. The front door lock was horribly difficult to use as well. The “beach” towels that were provided were just regular sized towels. We certainly enjoyed our time at the beach and in the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Had a wonderful stay at this beach cottage. The peaceful wooded setting was ideal for sitting on the deck reading and watching the deer. The beach is so close and easy to get to. Rachel is a great host and very communicative. Would for sure stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Rieder

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I am a retired school teacher who loves spending time with my family and playing the harp. I have two sons and two grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

This is a family cottage that my husband built when my boys were little. When they were growing up we spent a lot of our summers here, and now that they are both grown they enjoy bringing their families on vacation here. Our family is renting this property now because we have decided to share our favorite vacation spot with others. We chose this location because of its proximity to the city of Chicago and the many area attractions.

What makes this property unique

The thing we like most about this property is that there is always something to do for all ages. On beautiful sunny days, we enjoy the beach, while on rainy or gloomy days we enjoy the shopping, museums, and local theaters. Our cottage is located only a short drive from the train station that goes to Chicago, so a day trip is easy to do.

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