10/10 Excellent
Katherine C.
11 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach stay
Katherine C.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Entire home
Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods!
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6102.2 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Lakeside, MI
- Gordon Beach3 min drive
- St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room5 min drive
- Four Winds Casino New Buffalo10 min drive
- South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)47 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 & backs up to the woods!
A Perfect Get Away on a peaceful lane!
Blue Bird Cottage in Lakeside, Michigan.
RATES: April 2025 - $325/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay
RATES: May 2025 - $335/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay
RATES: June 2025 - $375/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay
RATES: July - Aug 2025- $400/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 3 night stay
RATES: Sept 2025 -$335/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay
RATES: Oct 2025 - $325/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 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 55 stairs, down to the beach area.
Keywords: Modern Country Vacation Home
Property manager
Leslie Winter
Languages
English
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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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
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE. ONLY OUTSIDE.
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 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. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Lakeside, MI
What's nearby
- Gordon Beach - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
- St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
- Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 10 min drive - 11.6 km
- Townline Beach - 12 min drive - 4.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
- Four Winds Sports Bar - 15 min drive
- Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 17 min drive
- The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
- Redamak's Tavern - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Janina B.
21 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay!
Janina B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Karen W.
17 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen W.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Angela M.
5 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Angela M.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Lisa D.
12 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Mother’s Day weekend
Lisa D.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Allison R.
25 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice cottage
Allison R.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
David H.
29 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage House
David H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
CMDoc 8.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mid week trip
CMDoc 8.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph M.
13 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ottage
Joseph M.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joseph M.
1 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
September weekend
Joseph M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Andrea H.
10 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a wonderful place to get away with the family! The cottage had everything we needed!
Andrea H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Beth Fitzgerald N.
2 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Getaway
Beth Fitzgerald N.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
Meredith K.
21 June 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely house
Meredith K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan B.
13 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!
Susan B.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Taylor K.
12 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Taylor K.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Renee H.
6 June 2019
Perfect cottage for pet getaway
Renee H.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Andrew H.
20 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
wonderful getaway
Andrew H.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Theresa T.
15 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach
Theresa T.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Merrill S., Chicago
2 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well equipped, lovely tuck away
Merrill S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jeanne C.
5 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot!
Jeanne C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Shalayne L.
8 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Relaxing Stay
Shalayne L.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leo D.
1 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
WE will be back.
Leo D.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Christopher B.
14 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the comforts of home
Christopher B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Erin M., Chicago
11 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great long weekend
Erin M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura G.
3 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect lake getaway in Michigan for the pet lover
Laura G.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2019
About the host
Hosted by Leslie Winter
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!
Languages:
English
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