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Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI

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Idyllic 2 BR Bungalow for romance or small family vacation. 7 blocks from beach.
Locals and guests often make their way to the harbor just to sit until sunset.
Vintage roses and hydrangeas frame the house in season's loveliness.
A pleasant living space w/ ample seating, flat screen TV, fireplace, piano more.
A fully stocked kitchen complete with newer appliances & roomy pantry.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Gym
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Local
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • New Buffalo Public Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI

Take a deep breath. Warm beach days are yours at the STORYBOOK COTTAGE in New Buffalo, Michigan--the heart of Harbor Country. Just across the lake, special times await. Only have a day or two to experience the beach? Why not spontaneously plan a quick getaway for you & those you love? Whisk your family or special someone away for a time of adventure or relaxation & add another unforgettable chapter to YOUR story! Seize the days &, whatever you do, make them memorable!

Beautiful, idyllic, year-round two-BR bungalow perfect for ROMANCE or SMALL FAMILY BEACH DAYS.. Short walk to main street shopping, restaurants & beach. No need to pack more than your swimsuit & personal care items. Fully stocked kitchen plus more! Large, Breezy Front Porch, Central A/C, Outdoor Fire Pit, W/D, Flat Screen TV/DVD, WiFi, Netflix/Hulu/Disney+, Gas Grill, Picnic Table, Loaner Bikes. Comfortably sleeps 4-5.

From the glistening white sands of Lake Michigan's shores to the lush, beautiful country-side, Harbor Country combines the best of both worlds. Rustic country charm coupled with highly sophisticated shops, restaurants & galleries. And the Storybook Cottage--it's the perfect place to return after a busy day out exploring all that New Buffalo & the surrounding Harbor Country has to offer!

While you are here, we invite you to be our guest and REST, REFRESH, and RECONNECT with those you love. In addition to the sun & sand you've come to expect from the quaint one-stoplight town of New Buffalo, enjoy morning coffee on the porch, concerts in the park, fine & casual dining, antique shops, golf, theaters, vintage markets, farmers markets, art galleries, museums, state parks, nature trails, bike routes, boating, country fairs, festivals, day trips via train to the Windy City, Four Winds Casino, Michigan orchards, vineyards, wineries, & --most importantly--TIME to connect with those you love!

When it's time to hunker down for the night, come back "home" to the Storybook Cottage. Rest your head & awake--refreshed--in a place where dreams really do come true.

Remaining Summer & Early Autumn Dates Starting at $160 per night:
8/30 to 9/2 9/16 to 9/28 10/1 to 10/5 10/9 to 10/19

Property manager

Rebecca Conway

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 9 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
Please talk to Rebecca before your arrival.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 10
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

New Buffalo

Located in New Buffalo, this cottage is in the city centre and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider New Buffalo Railroad Museum and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 4 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Local - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 km
  • Galien River County Park - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 10 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Last Minute BEACH GETAWAY, New Buffalo, MI located?

This family-friendly New Buffalo cottage is located on the waterfront, within a 10-minute walk of New Buffalo Railroad Museum and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot. Lake Michigan is 1.4 mi (2.2 km) away. New Buffalo Station is 14 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 75 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Barbara C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Memories

Lovely home! Extremely clean and tidy, kitchen well supplied with cooking objects! Lovely wicker furniture on a cool front porch! On a busy street! Noise level high! Bathroom too small and difficult to navigate. Yard need work to clear grounds for walking and using. Not well maintained. Across street from high wire for electricity!Location could be better
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angela F. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Storybook Cottage

Lovely and well appointed with anything you might need. I would have preferred being closer to the lake but I knew the location.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

Thoroughly enjoyed our 2 week stay at storybook cottage. Very clean, comfortable and nostalgic vintage decor. Location allowed us to visit Chicagoland to the East and all of the Indiana/Michigan south shore towns.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer Getaway

Relaxing two weeks at Storybook Cottage. Enjoyed the porch everyday. Comfortable home with all the necessities. Would definitely book this home again
Stayed 16 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun and restful week at Storybook Cottage in New Buffalo, Michigan

This small cottage welcomed us from the moment we stepped foot on its wicker furnished front porch and welcome flag waving us in. It had everything we needed for a week's vacation and was very close to town, the beach on Lake Michigan, a grocery store, and many restaurants nearby to choose from. The owner communicated well with us, and the only issue we had as seniors with disabilities was the difficulty of climbing stairs to get into the house, but we took our time coming and going and thoroughly enjoyed our stay in New Buffalo. We highly recommend this property to singles, couples, or a small group of friends or family. The charm of Storybook Cottage will make you feel very much at home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice Getaway

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at the cottage. It was nicely decorated, comfortable and had everything you could need.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toni F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Couples Weekend

Wonderful house equipped with everything you need. Close to everything in New Buffalo and host provided all the information needed. Only suggest would be more outside lighting along front walk and door. Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Very nice!

We really enjoyed our stay at the storybook cottage! It had everything we needed and we felt right at home. There is a strong potpourri smell that was very hard to get used to, so we spent a lot of time on the lovely porch! Everything in town is so close by! One thing I wanted to note is the listing says this is a waterfront property and the water is several blocks away. The description notes that, but I think this can be misleading.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthias A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ein gelungener Urlaub

Danke Liebe Rebeccas Eine bessere Vermieterin kann man sich nicht wünschen. Dank der hervorragenden Kommunikation im Vorfeld unserer Reise mit ihr war der Urlaub ein voller Erfolg. Ohne ihr gute zusammen Arbeit und Recherchen im Vorfeld unserer Reise, hätten wir nie das in und um New Buffalo erleben können was wir erlebt haben. Das Haus ist Sauber und für alle Bedürfnisse gut eingerichtet. Es gibt nichts was in einem modernen Haushalt fehlen darf. Für die Abendlich Unterhaltung ohne TV sind genügend spiel und Puzzle für die kleinsten aber auch für Erwachsene vorhanden. Selbst für einen Besuch an dem wunderschönen Strand des Michigan See in New Buffalo ist mit Strandstühlen und Handtüchern gesorgt. Danke nochmal an dich liebe Rebecca das wir Gäste in deinem Haus sein dürften. Alles Gute für die Zukunft wünscht dir Familie Andrzejak aus Deutschland Thank you, dear Rebecca You couldn't ask for a better landlady. Thanks to the excellent communication with her before our trip, the vacation was a complete success. Without their good work and research before our trip, we would never have been able to experience what we did in and around New Buffalo. The house is clean and well furnished for all needs. There is nothing that should be missing in a modern household. For evening entertainment without TV, there are enough games and puzzles for the little ones but also for adults. Even a visit to the beautiful Lake Michigan beach in New Buffalo is provided with beach chairs and towels. T
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

mark g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay at Lovely Cottage

Enjoyed a wonderful stay at the Storybook Cottage. The home was immaculate with very nice furnishings/decor and comfortable beds. The location was ideal for getting to downtown New Buffalo and the several quaint, lakeside towns to the north. This cottage truly deserves the high ratings it has received from those that have stayed there previously.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B., Bridgeview Il

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The story book cottage

The location was perfect. The house was very comfortable and relaxing. It has everything you need very very cute and the owner Rebecca and Bill. Perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pati F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Refreshing stay

Storybook Cottage is a wonderful place to stay. It is close enough but far enough to do whatever you like. So peaceful was the cottage, escaping was so easy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sister trip

My sister and I enjoyed the cottage very much. The owners have put a lot of thought and time in decorating this homey cottage. It reminded us of our grandmas house! A perfect place to stay for us 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter S., Carmel IN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Home

Outstanding location close to downtown New Buffalo. Owners were very responsive and supportive. Will definitely stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Cottage in a beach town

Nice home within walking distance to the beach. Homeowners communicate very well. Would stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girls Getaway

My 5 year old daughter and 65 year old mother adventured to New Buffalo for a relaxing Girls Getaway - and had a hard time leaving the porch of this amazing cottage! Rebecca was wonderful keeping me up to date of things going on in the area and local restaurants and we ventured out to quite a few, but always found ourselves wrapped in blankets chatting on the porch together. The location was perfect and everything was there to go to the beach down the street a few days also. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

David S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday weekend

Great location. Love the quaint house. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Sweet Stay at Storybook Cottage

We are two grandmothers who watched our infant grandbabies as our daughters enjoyed a bachelorette party weekend in New Buffalo. Upon arriving to the Storybook Cottage and passing through the fully blooming lilac bushes which smelled heavenly, we felt like we entered a Beatrix Potter book...what an adorable cottage this is! Neat and clean, it was fully appointed with everything we needed. Plenty of dishes, silverware, pots and pans and a loaded pantry, everything was provided down to paper towels, napkins, toilet paper and linens. Communication with the owners was friendly, helpful and thorough. Downtown was just a one block stroller ride away, so it was a super location! You can tell the owners take great pride in this place and strive to make staying there a great experience!!! I highly recommend this property if you're looking for a lovely place to stay in New Buffalo, MI! (Accuracy of listing score was lowered b/c listing said NO CHILDREN, which according to the owners isn't true...so perhaps that could be changed...)
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lives up to its title

This home lived up to its title "Storybook Cottage". It was very cute and welcoming and everything as described. The beds were very comfortable and the entire house was well stocked. The kitchen had everything that you would need. The area was so beautiful and New Buffalo is such a charming little town with so many amenities. A definite 5 star visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A must see.

Comfy place that is decorated to be cozy, with so much to appreciate; thoughtfully stocked to supply extra things that might be needed for almost any type of stay.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne G., Naperville, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute Little Cottage

The Conways thought of all the things you might need to enjoy your vacation. They supplied beach chairs and towels for the beach, bicycles to get around-if you don't mind riding on the street, and a nice kitchen. The beds were comfortable, but the train is close by and noisy for lite sleepers. I would suggest that lite sleepers use the back bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Regina D., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy

Nice but ...

So the Storybook Cottage is very comfy and QUIET. But it feels like the owners put form over function. For example, there is an abundance of decorative items (bath towels, dishes, drink ware, etc. And by abundance, I mean, like enough for two dozen people), but neither the range oven nor toaster oven works and only one burner of the stove functions. Furthermore, there don't seem to be any skillets or pans large enough to cook for more than one person. Again, I found plenty of serving dishes, cake plates, vases, etc., in the "butler's pantry" off the kitchen, but I could not find practical items. Beds are really comfy, but there is lots of down (pillows and comforters), so if you have allergies, be careful. There is an admonition in the welcome book against adjusting the slats on the blinds, but said blinds should be positioned with the slats tipped upwards instead of downwards. As someone who has been victimized by a Peeping Tom, I can assure you that the police will tell you this is so. The front porch is delightful, furnished with vintage wicker furniture and well-shaded. However, there appears to be some kind of infestation in some of the upholstered cushions; I was covered in bites and welts on non-exposed areas of skin after the first night. Also, the ceiling fan on the porch is not operational, and it seemed like there was an effort on the part of the owner to discourage use of the other ceiling fans throughout the cottage. Would I stay here again? Maybe. I hope the owners re-examine everything from the point of view of a guest and start focusing less on what a showpiece they've created. (E.g., move the photo montage of the house's history with the cancelled checks of the down payment and final payment into the house. IT IS INTERESTING! Don't leave it on the service porch where guests my never see it.) Provide function over form. Also, owners never sent me key codes, and then sent me a message that said, "I'm sorry you did not see your e-mail" when I texted for help upon my arrival. There was no e-mail. That's why I reached out to you. WTH? Just don't be passive aggressive. Be gracious. You are the host.
Stayed 28 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ed S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

It was a cute little cottage/home. Simple walk to town.

It was a cute little cottage/home. Simple walk to town. Very relaxed older home with lots of character. It had a great air conditioner! Everything we needed to cook breakfast and dinner (grilled out - had extra propane if needed). We played cards on the dining room table (perfect for four), sat on the front Porch with a breeze and cocktail, had four vintage bikes with good tire pressure (bring your own electric pump)! four adults shared a small bathroom, but it worked for four days. 1/2 mile walk to beach, we carried everything in and it wasn't bad at all. Barney's grocery store was awesome !!!! Casey's outdoor patio with live music was lots of fun, Hummingbird Lounge for dinner thumbs up, Breakfast at Brewster's Italian café was delicious, and Ghost Isle brewery was fun with antique stores on the way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Barbara H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good

So pleased
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Becky W., Frankfort, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Feminine and beautiful

We enjoyed our stay. Lilacs are my favorite flower and it’s definitely the theme throughout the cottage. We marveled at how well we slept and how relaxed we felt as we sipped our coffee on the front porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca Conway

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Rebecca and her husband, Bill met when they were both in the sixth grade talent show at New Buffalo Elementary School. They wonder--since they were in the same class starting in kindergarten--why it took them so long! After college, both moved away from the area but, after reconnecting, getting married, and birthing two baby girls, they were quick to return "home" in order to give their girls the same advantages they had growing up. It is true--every member of the Conway family knows he or she is fortunate to live in a one-stoplight town on a big lake with small town advantages and big city opportunities. The family resides just a few houses down from Rebecca's family home and enjoys sharing the Storybook Cottage with others.

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