This property has been selected for inclusion in The 100 Collection, a global designation awarded to only the top professionally managed vacation rentals based on consistent quality and service.
Beautifully designed with elegant high-end finishes, The Songbird is an exquisite 4BR-2BA luxury home tucked in a forest-like setting just 250 feet from Lake Michigan’s Sturgeon Beach which is exclusive to the community.
This exquisite residence has been professionally designed and features cathedral ceilings crowned with several skylights, open social areas accented by a wood-burning fireplace, wide plank hardwood floors throughout, and specially curated furnishings in every room. The completely remodeled kitchen has porcelain counters, a large prep island, high-end appliances, and a custom tiled ceiling-height backsplash. Adjacent is an elegant dining space perfect for formal gatherings or casual family meals.
All four bedrooms are refined yet incredibly comfortable with three downstairs and one loft-style upstairs with open access to the floor below.
MAIN FLOOR:
Bedroom 1: King bed
Bedroom 2: Queen bed
Bedroom 3: Queen bed
UPPER FLOOR:
Bedroom 4: Loft bedroom, bunk bed (full-over-full)
Two light-filled bathrooms are crisp and bright with more custom tilework and a soaker tub in the main ensuite.
Outdoor living opportunities are amazing here, as well! Surrounded by a picturesque, wooded backyard, the lovely 3-season screened porch with skylights and a cozy seating area creates an oasis of solitude for relaxing with morning coffee or enjoying a bottle of wine from one of the local vineyards. Directly off the master bedroom is a patio with a 4-person dining table and 2 chaise lounges, and additional outdoor spaces include a second patio ideal for alfresco dining with a table and gas grill, and an intimate fire pit area with Adirondack seating.
Recently listed by Travel + Leisure magazine as one of America’s 50 Best Places to Travel, New Buffalo - just 70 miles from Chicago - is not just known for its pristine beaches, but also its wide range of outdoor activities, fine restaurants and art galleries, vintage and antique stores, stylish boutiques, distinguished wineries and local craft beer pubs. And the fact is, Harbor Haven is super-close to all of these! Plus, you’re less than a stone’s throw from the region’s largest recreational harbor – which includes boat, jet-ski, kayak and other watercraft rentals, as well as fishing expeditions and day or evening cruises.
There are all sorts of nearby woodland, lake and riverside parks with hiking and biking trails galore, the most popular of which is Warren Dunes State Park, with its 2,000 acres of amazing sand dunes, gorgeous beachfront and wetland trails, as well as its extraordinary birdwatching! You and your guests might relish visiting New Buffalo’s Oselka Park, which has baseball fields, playground equipment and tennis courts. And for even more variety, nearby Union Pier also has a number of other great restaurants, coffee shops and breakfast spots. Plus, being so centrally located, there are guided tours of local vineyards and award-winning breweries.
OTHER THINGS TO NOTE
From June 16 - August 25, 2024 this home has a 7-day minimum with check ins/outs on Sundays only.
To abide by all legal requirements and property security rules, you may be asked to participate in a guest prescreening. All guests are required to review and sign Juniper Holiday + Home's Guest Occupancy Agreement prior to check-in. While we understand that events can affect your trip, it is our policy to stick to the agreed upon cancellation policy in the listing. We recommend purchasing a vacation travel insurance policy if you suspect that you will need to cancel your vacation.
For guests that would like to bring pets we agree that pets are part of the family, and we welcome a maximum of one (1) dog under 50 lbs here. All pets must be authorized at time of booking - email us immediately for pet approval if you plan to bring your dog.
A non-refundable Accidental Damage Waiver is included with your reservation. This waiver covers accidental damage or loss to the rental property caused by you or members of your party up to a maximum of $2,000. This plan does not cover intentional acts, gross negligence, or willful misconduct.
Out of respect for our staff and their families, we do not permit check-ins or outs on Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day. Thank you for your understanding.
Permit No: PR220025