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Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods

Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods

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Welcome to Blue Bird Cottage!!
Front entrance welcoming you in....
Landscaped side yard with patio and fire pit
Shaded front yard
Front entrance and front sitting room

Overview of Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods

5 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Check out the area

Lakeside, MI
  • Popular LocationRound Barn Union Pier Tasting Room5 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room5 min drive
  • Popular LocationFour Winds Casino New Buffalo15 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)118 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods


A Perfect Get Away on a peaceful lane!
Blue Bird Cottage in Lakeside, Michigan.

RATES: April 2023 - $300/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: May 2023 - $325/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: June 2023 - $375/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: July - Aug 2023- $375/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 3 night stay

RATES: Sept 2023 -$300/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: Oct 2023 - $300/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay



NOTE: 3 night minimum for Memorial Day holiday weekend, and July through Labor Day holiday weekend.


**Additional charges may apply, up to owner discretion.
**Prices may change due to Owner discretion.
**SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED
** Maximum 2 dogs. A third dog will be charged an additional $100.00 paid directly to Owner.

Located on a very peaceful, wooded lot-- Wake up and maybe see a deer in the woods behind the house and the sound of the birds singing. On a windy day, you can hear the waves from Lake Michigan!

A charming and relaxing home in Lakeside, MI, only ten minutes to the shops/dining/entertainment of New Buffalo!

A short 5-7 minute walk to the quiet/private Association beach of Lake Michigan. Only for owners and guests.

Plenty of trails for hiking, bird watching and biking within minutes from the property. This area is gorgeous in spring, summer, fall, and winter!

Location from Chicago is only 1 hour and 30 minutes from downtown - an ideal weekend escape to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city!

The home is irresistibly charming and comfortable. All linens and towels are provided, as well as all cooking utensils for great at-home meals and barbecues! We provide charcoal, firewood for the fire pit, coffee and filters!

Free Wi-FI, Satellite TV, VCR/DVD, washer/dryer.

The home also has a large private yard (fenced in at the front of the yard, the remaining yard is surrounded by woods and landscaping) perfect for children & pets. The neighborhood is very child safe and pet friendly. The house has games, books, puzzles, and satellite TV.

Don't leave your dog at home! We DO Allow DOGS, but no cats.(Pets are considered on an individual basis). So, if you are averse or allergic to animals, this is NOT the home for you.

ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE.

We do not rent to anyone under 25.

PLEASE NOTE -- most all of the homes in the area have access the Association beach via the 54 stairs, down to the beach area.

Keywords: Modern Country Vacation Home

Property manager

Leslie Winter

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Games and puzzles

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Maximum 2 Dogs. No Cats.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE. ONLY OUTSIDE.
*Maximum of 3 cars permitted on property. *No tents or mobile homes allowed on property or for sleeping in. *Please observe neighborhood quiet time fr

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
Safety features at this property include a smoke detector, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lakeside

Located in Lakeside, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. Burnison Galleries and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. Travelling with kids? Consider Hesston Steam Museum and Captain Mike's Fun Park. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 5 min drive
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 5 min drive
  • Townline Beach - 6 min drive
  • Local - 9 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 10 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 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 - 15 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
  • Redamak's Tavern - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Short walk to the beach plus house backs up to the quiet woods located?

This family-friendly Lakeside cottage is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

5

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Philip W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic Place
We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place to stay for our long weekend! This classy cottage has it all and within easy walking distance to the beach! Great location to everything in the area! Awesome host that is easy to work with and very responsive! Thanks a bunch!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful
This property is perfect. Especially if you have a dog companion. A wonderful yard. The accommodations are cozy. The host provides all the right touches. Well equipped kitchen, plenty of towels and blankets. Feels like home. A 5 min walk to the beach. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Andrew H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful getaway
We were so happy to get back to Harbor Country after many years, and the Blue Bird Cottage was perfect for us and our pup! The charming home was even better than its description and it's obvious that the host puts so much thought and care into it. We hope to stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

5/5 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Home away from home
What an exceptional getaway! All the amenities made for a superb stay. We are not beach goers so having everything there for our use was absolutely perfect. The accommodations in the house were all we needed as well. Our dogs enjoyed the morning and evening walks around the neighborhood, the peaceful nature and seeing all the dear. We made life long memories and got some beautiful sunset pictures of us on the beach! Thank you for opening your home up for our stay. Ps apologizes for not getting the trash emptied.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jennifer A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach weekend
This is the second time my husband and our dogs have stayed in this wonderful house for a long weekend. Love the location, tucked away among the trees and a super quick and relaxing walk to the association’s private beach on Lake Michigan. Thank you to our host for the lovely welcome gifts. We will be back again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Leslie Winter

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We have owned a home on this lane for 37 years and love the peaceful nature of the area. We take pride on keeping the integrity of the area as natural as possible while enjoying the amenities of a cottage. And in the summer, we spend our time between being on the beach and in our yard! In the cooler months, we take walks in the many nature walks around the area.

Why they chose this property

We love the location of this house because it backs up to a wooded area that will never be built upon. A little stream runs way back there and the animal and bird viewing can be exciting. And the proximity to the beautiful Lake Michigan beach is an extra added bonus!

What makes this property unique

Peaceful surroundings, occassionally seeing deer in the lot across the way, bird watching, being the only one walking on the beach.......It's beautiful! Close to New Buffalo, Sawyer and Three Oaks Michigan. Just sitting outside and enjoying the fresh air!
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