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It's a short walk to our private beach from this adorable cottage.

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I love to sit here and look at the trees.
My favorite spot for an afternoon nap
Ready for breakfast.
Interior
This cozy window seat is a great spot for a nap.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4136.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Harbert, MI
  • Cherry Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪22 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

It's a short walk to our private beach from this adorable cottage.

From the outside it looks like an ordinary house, but when you enter, you are in for a surprise. The ceilings and walls have been removed to create a spacious, open environment,. Lots of windows and French doors have been added to let in the views of the surrounding mature trees. Outside is a deck with a picnic table, Adirondack chairs and a Weber grill.
Recently renovated, the décor is a tasteful mix of contemporary and antique pieces in soothing shades of blue and green and white upholstery.
The cook’s kitchen is well stocked with everything you need to fix a gourmet meal, except the food, of course.. The dining table seats six to eight. There are two comfortable bedrooms and a bathroom with a large walk-in shower.
Let's not forget about the beach! A five minute walk down a dirt road takes you to an un-crowded, expanse of white sand and sparkling water.
And, while our house feels remote it is a short drive to many restaurants, shops and amenities in New Buffalo, Lakeside and Three Oaks. Biking, hiking, golfing, water skiing, horseback riding, even gambling, are all close by.
Unlike other similar properties, we do not have a set change day, but allow our guests the flexibility to choose when to arrive and depart.
Lastly, we are located in Harbert Woods, a quiet, private community of home owners. We ask guests to respect our neighbors privacy and property. Our community requires the principal renter to be at least 26 years of age.
Amenities:
Bathroom with oversized shower (guaranteed one of the best showers you will ever have)
Screened porch
Deck with picnic table, Adirondack chairs and charcoal grill
Central heat and air
Washer/dryer
Microwave, coffee maker, disposal and dishwasher
Free Wi-Fi, Roku streaming, CD player
Beach chairs and umbrellas provided
Private beach

Property manager

Daryl Horn

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Our association requires that you acknowledge that
Cars may never be parked even partially on the road

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 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert

Located in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this holiday home is in a rural area 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 Captain Mike's Fun Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 8 min drive - 6.1 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 10 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Weko Park - 12 min drive - 12.9 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 18 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Beach Bucket - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is It's a short walk to our private beach from this adorable cottage. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at It's a short walk to our private beach from this adorable cottage. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at It's a short walk to our private beach from this adorable cottage. ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is It's a short walk to our private beach from this adorable cottage. located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cherry Beach and Lake Michigan. Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Robinson Woods Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect two weeks!
This was our second stay. This is a perfect house in a perfect setting. We will be back!
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Trip!
Cutest little neighborhood in the woods! We really enjoyed our stay, loved how close this house was to a lovely private beach. We also found it to be close to lots of delicious restaurants. Such a great location!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doc L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super!
This was a great place- thoughtful details, inviting decor, 5 min walk to beach. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home close to Lake Michigan
Great home really close to Lake Michigan with everything you need. My two boys loved the beach which was not crowded at all and wandering in the woods. Only down side is the limited data streaming. Other than that the host was really helpful and we enjoyed our weekend away.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bailey w.

Great property in a wooded area, close to beach
Close walk to the beach, maybe 1/4 mile. Beautiful home in a quiet setting. I think we beat the summer crowd by coming the first week off June. It was quiet, relaxing, and our son loved the beach. There are beach chairs and umbrellas provided so that was nice! A microwave would be nice to heat up leftovers from some of the great places to eat in the area. Red arrow roadhouse is a must. There is a washer and dryer as well which makes it nice, especially when traveling with a toddler that ends up having several wardrobe changes a day. We loved every bit of our trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbert Woods home
Very nice house in a heavily wooded area. Easy access to a fabulous private beach and local attractions. Nice furnishings. The kitchen and bathroom and shower were excellent! On the down side, the bed was dated and not very comfortable and had creaky springs. The screened porch is very nice but the furniture there was a bit dated as well. The home was well lit with artificial lights, but natural light was limited due to the setting in the woods. This is a nice space for a couple of a family with young children.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

lynn m.

Liked: Check-in, location
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

dianna j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
November stay
This was our (me and my husband) 2 nd visit. We went in 10/2021 and this time 11/2022. We loved our stay both years. This recent visit was so beautiful and quiet. The scenery from our house was absolutely beautiful. We so enjoyed walking through the neighborhood and along the beach. We saw deer everyday! It was so relaxing to just sit in the house ( with awesome windows) and enjoy the fall colors. The one disappointment is that there is not a working fireplace. There is indeed a wood burning fireplace, but it’s not safe. I would recommend that a gas burning log be installed. One of our reasons for choosing this house was the fireplace. Having access to a fireplace in the fall would be so perfect.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jean W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and cozy
Great getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nancy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cabin in the woods.
The Harbert Woods community is peaceful and quiet; the location of the cabin gives you the impression of being in a forest (a good thing). A short walk down the road provides access to a wonderful beach. If you feel energetic, you can actually walk up the beach to Warren Dunes State Park. Walk to the beach in the evening to catch the sunset over the lake and you may encounter deer roaming thru the woods. The location is perfect for a short drive to St. Joseph and other attractions. The best place is the cabin is a window seat/reading nook; a great place to relax/read/nap.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary Getaway
After a 2 year delay in celebrating our 25th anniversary, due to the pandemic, we made our way to Harbert, Michigan for a two week stay. We found the perfect home in an idyllic setting that surpassed our every expectation. The house was delightful. Perfectly designed and decorated. Surrounded by tall oak trees that made for beautiful views out every window! Everything we needed was provided. Daryl promptly responded to any questions. We took many long walks and loved that the private beach was so close by. A few rainy days kept us by the fireplace but who is complaining?? Make your reservations today! You won’t regret it! We hope to return soon!
Stayed 13 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Andrea K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family vacation
Cabin in the woods with a short walk to a private beach- best of both worlds! Cabin was equipped with all necessities. Washer and dryer accessible only by going outside and under deck, but full sized washer and dryer that worked great. Big and spacious walk-in shower. Lots of windows to see the nature, however, no curtains/blinds throughout cabin, except for in the bed rooms. Quite neighborhood. Short drive to area dining and antique shopping. Had a wonderful relaxing time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kaye P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Too short!
This home is located in the perfect location! Beach is a short walk. Shopping and restaurants are a short drive. Owner was very responsive and a great host! We loved the screened in porch and the quiet setting in the woods. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Doug S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wooded Retreat
We really enjoyed getting away for a long weekend. Spending some quite, peaceful time in the woods. The location and house was perfect. Daryl was on top of things as we did have one small hiccup. The house was clean and just the right size. Nearby bakery was outstanding and the beach was very relaxing and beautiful.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely long weekend getaway
We enjoyed our stay at this recently renovated property. It was clean and cozy in a beautiful wooded setting with a 5 minute walk to the neighborhood's private beach on Lake Michigan. We enjoyed the peace and tranquility of the living space with large windows onto the woods. The kitchen had everything we would need to cook, but honestly we were out enjoying the restaurants in the nearby towns and didn't cook a meal! The host was very responsive on the couple of questions we had about the property. We hope to be able to visit here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

dianna j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
This was a cute, cozy and lovely cottage. It met our expectations for a long, private weekend in the woods. The location was perfect…the windows in the cottage were fabulous allowing for an awesome view!! Such a quiet and serene get away. Plan to return next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Majestic location!!!!
Amazing stay hidden away in woods and so close to such a wonderful private beach!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Tonya A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbert
Loved the area, our first visit here! The woods, beach, dunes and Chicago! All amazing! Only concerns were he advertised priced versus the checkout price; a few extra surprises.. The house was enjoyable but could use a dehumidifier upstsairs. Overall, it was great!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house, great shower!
The house was beautiful. It is a true beach cottage that has been opened up and enhanced to a more modern comfort. We had everything we needed to have a wonderful vacation including enough cooking equipment and even enough paper products to last a week. The beach wasn't crowded and just a couple of blocks and down the stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ursula W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dreamy!
Stunning location, waking up daily n a middle of the forest was beyond dreamy! 5 minutes to a private beach, quiet, clean and never crowded. Beautiful, cozy house with all necessities...We hope to be welcomed back...it was everything one could ask for! Thank you so very much for sharing it with us!
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Virginia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home in an incredible setting
Our family had such a wonderful fall getaway to this home. The home was easy to settle into. Most importantly, it is set in beautiful woods and a quick walk to the beach and the bakery- what could be better! The dishes and sheets were clean and everything was very comfortable. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Abby C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely little cottage in the woods. It is just as described. We had a wonderful time.
The owner was very easy to work with. We communicated well. The house is clean and stocked with the necessities. It has a lovely view of the beautiful woods. The beach is beautiful and just a 5-7 min walk away. We took a wagon along to carry our things to the beach but realized there are several stairs down. Not a problem we just weren’t aware. The cottage is about 12-14 mins to downtown Three Oaks where there are wonderful restaurant options, antique stores and other fun little shops. All in all I would highly recommend. It is a sweet little place.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a great time at this beautiful home and location.
The beach was definitely a perk from being in Chicago for quarantine for 3 months. We enjoyed the quiet area and loved the time we spent.
Stayed 20 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Timothy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Harbert
Nice cottage in tall trees. needs new silverware, replace weird coffeepot, new sheets.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jamie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage
We had the best time staying at the cottage on a girls trip. It was so clean and beautifully redone. My daughter loved hanging out in the window seat and watching her shows on my iPad. Wifi was easy to hook up. The double bed was a bit squeaky and the coffee pot was not easy to work with but we just headed up to the bakery on the corner and had excellent coffee and danishes in the morning from there. We loved the walk to the beach, the stairs were a bit much with two small kiddos but we made it work. Overall, we had the best time and plan on coming back with my husband and having a family trip next summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Daryl Horn

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This has been our vacation home since our children were young and we have only recently begun renting. I am now a widow and our children and grandchildren live elsewhere. Our family is using the house less and less, but we are not ready to let it go completely! Sharing it with others allows us to keep it.

Why they chose this property

This is just one of the most peaceful, quiet and beautiful places I have ever been. Some of my happiest moments have been here in Harbert, and at this house.
Out of every window is a view of the woods. There are lots of places to curl up and read a book or take a nap--the screened in front porch, the window seat, or a big comfy chair in front of the fireplace.
And, the beach is just breathtaking. A long sweep of white sand and beach grass as far as you can see, perfect for long walks.
It's a great place for biking. One of our favorite pastimes is taking bike rides down shaded country roads.

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