NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach
Welcome to our modern guest home on Youngren Road. As part of a 2023 custom build, this 600 sq ft single-level guest home is thoughtfully designed as an efficient Harbor Country home base for a couple or young family. The property is set well back from the road and surrounded by 20 acres of trees, with Cherry Beach on Lake Michigan less than a mile away.
The open-concept living area is built around floor-to-ceiling windows that pull the woods inside, making the space feel brighter and larger than its square footage suggests. A natural stone wood-burning fireplace runs floor to ceiling and makes it easy to settle in on cool evenings. The design is modern and clean with natural materials throughout. The main bedroom offers a queen bed while the second bedroom includes a bunk bed with additional trundle to sleep up to 3 for families with young children.
Step outside to a patio strung with lights, a charcoal grill for summer cookouts, and a firepit for the kind of evening you came to Harbor Country for. From here, walking trails wind through the surrounding twenty acres of woods — perfect for a morning hike or a quiet afternoon exploring.
Walk five minutes on foot to the paved walking and biking path along Red Arrow Highway that connects you north to Bridgman and south into New Buffalo, with coffee shops, craft breweries, and local restaurants all reachable without starting the car. Warren Dunes State Park, over twenty wineries and tasting rooms, the Journeyman Distillery, seasonal farmers markets, art galleries, boutique shopping, and live music at the Acorn Theater are all a short drive away.
Modern, cozy, and wrapped in nature — this is Harbor Country the way it's meant to be experienced.
Youngren Guest Home is on the same grounds with one large main home and one additional cottage. If you're looking for space for additional guests, keep reading!
Traveling with another couple or family? Our charming studio cottage sits just next door on the same wooded property, offering a separate private space with its own kitchen, patio, and easy walk to Cherry Beach. Ask us about booking both homes together.
Please Note: An exterior security camera is positioned at the entrance for property safety. It records activity at the entry door only. No other cameras are used anywhere inside or outside the property.
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Property # 5185009vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Three Oaks
Three Oaks is home to this cottage. Lake Michigan and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Captain Mike's Fun Park. New Buffalo Railroad Museum and Weko Park are also worth visiting.
Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
Robinson Woods Preserve - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
Flynn Woods Preserve - 5 min drive - 3.5 km
Chikaming Township Park and Preserve - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
Getting around
New Buffalo Station - 16 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 13 min drive
Journeyman Distillery - 16 min drive
Biggby Coffee - 9 min drive
Featherbone - 17 min drive
Union Pier Social - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach?
As of 22 Oct 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach on 26 Oct 2026 start from AU$863, 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 NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is NEW Modern Wooded Guest House, Fireplace, Harbor Country, Close to Cherry Beach located?
Situated in Three Oaks, this cottage is 0.8 mi (1.3 km) from Cherry Beach and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Lake Michigan. Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Robinson Woods Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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Property was very clean and kitchen had everything we needed for our 2 day stay. Check-in process was seamless and house manager was very responsive. Location was close to Cherry Beach and a short drive to Union Pier and New Buffalo where we found some nice restaurants. We had a great stay!
We had a wonderful and relaxing stay at this charming little house. The home was modern, cozy, and exceptionally clean, making it the perfect place to unwind. We highly recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful and welcoming getaway.
Super cute! Enjoyed our stay. Host communicated well. Everything was very clean. Nicely secluded. We woke up seeing deer and turkey during our stay. The property is not far (10min) from local businesses, bars etc. Union Pier Social had the best wings. Ghost Isle had great drinks. Our favorite was Beer Church, especially for brunch. I would not suggest watching Watchers during your stay haha Overall great experience and we’d definitely return. Thanks for having us!
Really enjoyed our stay! The cabin was a little smaller than I expected, and seating was somewhat limited for a family. The kitchen had everything we needed except a large frying pan, which is a funny thing to notice until you're trying to cook breakfast for everyone.Those are small complaints, though. The cabin was very nice, clean, and the location was excellent. It was easy to get everywhere we wanted to go, and we had a great trip.
Such a beautiful, clean, new place and lovely stay! Owner and manager were both friendly and quick to communicate with. We really enjoyed the area and appreciated all the local spot recs. Some of our favorite places: Bentwood Tavern, PostBoy, and Stray Dog for dinner; Cherry Beach for beach lounging; Twin Maple Orchard for fruit and flower picking; Oinks for ice cream, Black Currant for pastries. We got to watch turkeys and deer right outside almost every day. Nobody was home at the time we stayed but the main house is right next door, so with all the windows, privacy could be a little limited is the only possible downfall.
We thoroughly enjoyed our time at this property for our 5 day stay as a family of 4. Communication was timely and not overbearing. The grounds are gorgeous - wildlife sightings and fragrant garden are highlights. The cabin is beautifully designed thoughtfully appointed, and very clean. Having access to laundry facilities was so helpful! The unit is a little smaller than I expected from photos, and only one small bathroom for 4 people was slightly challenging, but an extra mirror somewhere else would be really helpful. The outdoor shower wasn’t working during our stay, which was a slight bummer, but not a deal breaker. Lots of thoughtful touches like a local jam and coffee sample, kitchen cabinets stocked with essentials and games/puzzles, and free firewood for the fire pit. This was the perfect home base for our exploration of the area, which has so much to see and do. Check out the many wineries, Lavender Bliss farm, Shuler Dairy tour, downtown Three Oaks, New Buffalo and St Joseph/Silver Beach. Cherry Beach was an easy 15 min walk and beautiful. We absolutely loved this first trip to the area and will be back in years to come. Thank you for sharing your peaceful oasis with us!
Our stay was great! The property had all of the necessities needed for cooking. It was very clean, comfortable, and private. We walked to Cherry Beach a couple of times which was a nice option to have due to limited parking. Being right off of Red Arrow Highway is very convenient to get anyplace you would want to go. I would definitely recommend staying here if you are visiting the area.
This is so close to Cherry Beach (which was beautiful) and the whole cabin was clean and very cute. I saw turkeys, hummingbirds and a mama deer nursing her babies! I would definitely stay here again! (I also felt very safe in this location)