As the name implies, Sunnyside Cottage is a bright and cheery cottage in the heart of Lakeside. The newly renovated cottage has been completely refinished, to include a very open concept, consisting of the living area, dining and kitchen. The décor has been updated throughout. The home features 3 bathrooms and 4+ bedrooms, all on one floor. Bedroom one features a queen bed and ensuite bathroom, bedroom two is a queen, bedroom 3 has twin bunk beds, bedroom 4 has a twin and a full, plus there is a small den/bedroom with a twin daybed. Gorgeous kitchen with quartz countertops, living room with a wood burning fireplace. Additionally, there is a lovely front porch, outdoor shower, and private 5-person hot tub (open year-round!). Located in Lakeside, 2 blocks to the private Orchard Beach access. Now with new outdoor firepit!
**All Guests required to sign and return our Guest Occupancy Agreement.
**Minimum age of 25 years old to rent.
**Maximum three car parking.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
Frequently asked questions
Is PRIVATE HOT TUB AND ASSOCIATION BEACH ACCESS! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at PRIVATE HOT TUB AND ASSOCIATION BEACH ACCESS!?
As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at PRIVATE HOT TUB AND ASSOCIATION BEACH ACCESS! on 14 May 2026 start from AU$644, 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 PRIVATE HOT TUB AND ASSOCIATION BEACH ACCESS!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at PRIVATE HOT TUB AND ASSOCIATION BEACH ACCESS!?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at PRIVATE HOT TUB AND ASSOCIATION BEACH ACCESS!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is PRIVATE HOT TUB AND ASSOCIATION BEACH ACCESS! located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
It was the perfect midwinter getaway house for our family trip. Space to spread out, lots for the kids to do, wonderful kitchen, close to the dunes for sledding, and the hot tub was perfect.
Mary P.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Apr 2025
So happy they enjoyed their stay! Still times available for this summer!
A beautiful property, super clean and well appointed. Close to beach and many other activities!!
Robbin W.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Beautiful home close to beach with private hot tub!
Verified
8/10 Good
Laura B.
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy
Family getaway
Overall the house was nice & spacious however we couldn't use the fireplace because it was in- operable - it got chilly at night so it would have been nice to make a fire !!
Clean and beautiful home. Very practical for a full sized family. I took my grandparents, my parents, my wife and 2 children (under 2)… definitely would stay here again if we came back to the area.
This property is very well kept. They have thought about everything you may need for your stay. Beach is a bit of a walk but absolutely a beautiful beach. We had 9 people staying and we all had plenty of room. Kitchen was stocked well. They had a wagon and chairs to use at the beach. We had a wonderful stay!
stacy F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2024
So glad they enjoyed their stay! Sunnyside is a really special property. August 10-17 still available, come see for yourself!!
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amie O.
18 Aug 2018
Beautiful and clean vacation cottage!
We loved our trip to Lakeside and Sunnyside Cottage! The cottage was airy and spacious, clean, updated and had everything we needed for a wonderful week! The walk to the beach was three short blocks, a little far for toddler legs... but the wagon provided in the playhouse was a great way to haul everyone back after a long day of swimming and sand castle building! Thanks for sharing your home with us!
My sister and our friends have been planning a little girls’ weekend away for months now. Lakeside was exactly what we were hoping for. Plenty of space in the house (loved that there were 3 bathrooms), absolutely spotless and a great location for anywhere you want to go. We loved enjoying our coffee on the large porch and chatting in the beautiful weather we had. Highly recommend and would definitely stay again!
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Great home close to private beach with hot tub in backyard!
Highly recommend this beautiful, spacious, immaculate home! Plenty of room for our family. Loved the open living room/kitchen area and 2 bedrooms and bathrooms on each side of home. Short walk to very nice beach. Easy drive to many area restaurants. House had everything you could possibly need for the week. Beach towels, wagon and plenty of beach chairs was a great bonus. Management was so easy to work with—thank you for a perfect summer vacation.
anita f.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Gorgeous home with private hot tub and close to association beach.
We vacation in this area almost every summer. Love the beaches and the relaxed vibe of SW Michigan. This is one of the best rentals we have booked: super clean, well supplied kitchen, great back yard, good floor plan, and great location. There are beach towels, chairs, wagon and toys! You really don’t need to pack many extras. Management company was great, too. Five stars!
Kaye P.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Lake views with association pool. Walking to beach and downtown New Buffalo.
There’s clean, and there’s REALLY clean. This place was really clean!! I’ve stayed in this area 10 or more times and this maybe the best so far. Very short walk to beach, board games, beach toys, hot tub, fireplace! Perfect for my wife, our 3 kids and myself! They even provided firewood!! Will definitely go back! Thanks for the memories!!!
Nick C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2023
So happy they enjoyed! A great home any season with private hot tub! Come check out Sunnyside Cottage this fall!
Now open for 2024!!
Sunnyside Cottage was the perfect place for our family to spend Thanksgiving. From the well-appointed kitchen to the cozy fireplace, our family was able to spend time together playing games, watching movies, and walking the beach for amazing sunsets. Everything about Sunnyside made the long weekend fun for everyone, whether it was time spent in the hot tub, reading a book by the fire, or playing cards at the large dining table. And at the end of the day, we were able to retreat to our rooms and get a great night's sleep. Thank you for helping us make great memories!
This property was perfect for our annual girls' weekend get-away. This was the first time for this group to stay in MI but it did not disappoint. The location of this house was close to MI City outlet mall shopping and great wineries, distilleries, restaurants and tap rooms. The house was clean upon arrival and stocked with all the amenities we needed for the weekend. Despite the weather, we walked to the beach which was close by. The hot tub was perfect for a chilly evening, with the wood burning fireplace another cozy spot to hang out and catch up. We would definitely recommend this property.
Mary B.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Beautiful home close to beach with private hot tub!
Omg you guys. This place was amazing. The kids toys and games that were provided, towels for bath and beach, wagon for beach stuff, beach toys, chairs (that you can just strap to your back for the walk to the beach), EVERYTHING you could possibly need. And it was IMMACULATE. Plenty of room for the 5 of us, and could’ve easily added another 4 with plenty of space. Couldn’t recommend this enough!
There is a place close by where you can rent umbrellas, etc for the beach and the pick up is literally a mile from the house and everyone there was wonderful, too! (Sobbing joyfully)
Laura C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
So happy they enjoyed their stay! Wonderful house close to beach and a private hot tub!
Beautiful home with gorgeous front porch steps from private beach
My family (my parents, myself, sister and my 9 year old) spent a week at Sunnyside Cottage in Lakeside. We absolutely loved the home. It was in spotless condition when we arrived. The cottage decor is gorgeous and fits in well with the beach theme. With 4 bedrooms and 3 baths, we all had our private space when needed, but the kitchen with the to-die-for island and the cozy livingroom offered us great places to gather. We spent most of our time at the private beach (small, but beautiful and never crowded and a very easy walk, about 5 minutes). We also rented bikes and enjoyed some beautiful bike rides along Lakeshore Road. We also loved the front porch, very spacious with a great porch swing. The location is perfect, so close to the beach but a very short drive away to coffeeshops, bakeries and New Buffalo restaurants. Jason and staff were also very responsive and easy to work with. We would highly recommend this cottage if you plan to vacation in Harbor Country!
Christina N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
We love happy guests! Amazing home close to association beach plus a private hot tub in backyard!
The house was nicely updated and had everything we needed. There are lots of beach toys and necessities which is nice so you don't have to bring your own. It was a quick walk to a private beach where we enjoyed watching the sunset many nights. It was also a short drive to Warren Dunes State Park where we could rent paddle boards and kayaks or hike the dunes. That was fun for a full beach day. The management company was great; very quick to respond to any questions or concerns. Overall it was a good property. The only reason for the four star rating instead of a five is the road to the house is a poorly maintained gravel road that is so full of potholes. You also walk along this on your way to the beach. Things are overgrown and it makes the area seem unkept. I don't believe this has anything to do with the management company of course. I'm sure the city of Lakeside is responsible for that. It would be nice if they could fix it, since that's your first impression as you arrive at the house. This was our first visit to Michigan and we look forward to exploring even more of this beautiful state!
Christine J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
We can't control the street but the home is amazing inside and out and close to private association beach.
Everything worked! Excellent location between Red Arrow Highway and the beach, minutes to shopping, relaxing hot tub, warming wood burning fireplace, complete cooking utensils to prepare 15 Thanksgiving dinners in modern 5 star home.