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Easy Walk to Town and the Beach, But Feel Like You're Away From It All

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Take a stroll along the perennial filled yard and stone path along the side.
Take a stroll thru the lovely side perennial garden.
New Buffalo, MI in winter is glorious!
Screened-in front porch is the perfect place for enjoying your morning coffee.
Bright living room with gas fireplace, ceiling fan, vaulted ceiling and skylight

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

1st Floor Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed and 1 Crib

Lower Level Bedroom

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

3 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

2nd Floor Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Basement Bathroom

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Easy Walk to Town and the Beach, But Feel Like You're Away From It All

Less than 90 minutes from Chicago, but feels like you're a world away. This lovely home is on a quiet, tree-lined street has everything you'll need for a wonderful vacation get-away. Located less than a 10 minute walk to the heart of New Buffalo, you will find a library, many shops, restaurants, bars/breweries, a grocery and liquor store, marina, and amazing sunsets at the public beach. You can even leave your car at home, as the Amtrak stop is less than a 10 minute walk.

The home has a great layout that allows you to spread out over 3 floors.

The 1st floor has a great room/kitchen/dining room with granite counter tops, vaulted ceilings, skylight, island in kitchen, Brazilian cherry floors, gas fireplace, screened-in front porch. It has a 1st floor master bedroom with a king bed, sitting room and screened-in porch, a bathroom with a walk-in steam shower.

The 2nd floor has a bedroom with a skylight, queen bed and a huge walk-in closet (with a Pack N Play if needed), a bathroom with walk-in shower, a library and a small loft for additional sleep (or play) space.

The finished basement has a bedroom with a full size and a twin bed, attached bathroom with a jacuzzi tub, tv room with wet bar, gas fireplace, mini pool/ping pong/air hockey game, an elliptical and sleeping space for 3 additional people on the roomy L-shaped couch and a pull-out couch.

There is a washer/dryer in the laundry room. The attached garage has lawn chairs, cruiser bikes and a gas grill. There is an outdoor shower on the back patio to use after the beach, Adirondack chairs, an umbrella, table and chairs, as well as a hammock and a fire pit. There is a heated swimming pool located 3 doors down which is strictly for use by the neighborhood.

We are a pet friendly home, so if you have allergies to pet dander, this may not be the best choice for you.

Property manager

Tracey Lowenthal
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

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

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Perfect layout for families!
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Let us know type of animal(s). Addl fee applies
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Only allowed outside (NOT in screened-in porches)
When making a fire in the fire pit, the tall screen and top must be used
No parking is allowed on Taylor St. Please park on Merchant St.
Please be sure to review attached Rental Agreement for everyone's safety and enjoyment

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 and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

New Buffalo

Located in New Buffalo, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Local and New Buffalo Railroad Museum. 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

  • Local - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Galien River County Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 11 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 6 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Easy Walk to Town and the Beach, But Feel Like You're Away From It All have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Easy Walk to Town and the Beach, But Feel Like You're Away From It All pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Easy Walk to Town and the Beach, But Feel Like You're Away From It All?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Easy Walk to Town and the Beach, But Feel Like You're Away From It All?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Easy Walk to Town and the Beach, But Feel Like You're Away From It All located?

This family-friendly New Buffalo holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of New Buffalo Township Public Library and Lake Michigan. New Buffalo Public Library and Local are just steps away. New Buffalo Station is 6 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Samuel C.

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

Cozy Winter Weekend

We had a great stay in New Buffalo, this spot was close to everything, warm and nice inside, and the beds were comfy. We were a little sad to see the hot tub was gone. Would come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

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

October 10-12

I wished I had booked an extra day! We stayed here for our anniversary getaway, and enjoyed the town, Warren Dunes nearby, the lovely cottage and owners' hospitality. We really appreciated Tracey's contact with us and suggestions to make our stay as active or relaxing as we wanted. The weather in early October happened to be ideal, too! Diane, Oak Park, IL
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana W.

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

Great House in a Great Location

We had an amazing stay at this beautiful and spacious home! The house was well-appointed with everything we needed to feel comfortable. It was convenient having a full-service grocery store nearby, which made it easy to pick up fresh ingredients and prepare some meals right at the house. The location couldn't have been better – just a short, easy walk to both the beach and the charming town center, making it convenient to explore and enjoy the area. It felt like a home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim J.

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

Perfect weekend getaway!

This charming home was immaculate & such a great location. All you could want for a weekend getaway without having to drive to restaurants, boat harbor, pool, etc. Tracey was fantastic with communication and really appreciated everything about our stay. Can't wait until next time!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Fantastic!

Perfect location and super cozy home! Our family of 5 enjoyed every minute of being walking distance to beach, marina, downtown/restaurant and the Merchant Street Cottage pool. We enjoyed so much enjoyed morning coffee, evening cocktails and board games in the family room and screened in porch. Memories made! This cottage/owners provided EVERYTHING for such a seamless
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

erin k.

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

Family “bacation” 2024

From the moment we arrived at the home, we knew we found a great fit for our family. The cozy spaces were perfect for our young ages. The closeness of the pool helped on the hotter days when the beach was not an option. Tracey had everything that we could think of (and forgot that we needed) to make our vacation a success! I will be staying here again and telling friends and family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C.

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

Perfect House Close to Everything

The house is absolutely adorable. It's walking distance to the main street in New Buffalo with Stray Dog, Brewsters etc. It's in a very convenient area, and a cute little community. The host was very responsive. Enjoyed the stay and would absolutely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Beth M.

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

Father’s Day 2024

The entire family had a wonderful time celebrating Father’s Day in New Buffalo. This house was lovely and a perfect location for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Great stay

This home and location can’t be beat. My kids enjoyed it so much.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

lauren s.

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

Amazing Family Weekend

We had a wonderful weekend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey H.

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

Cottage feel, fully stocked, within walking distance to everything

Loved this place! The house uses every inch it has to comfort and entertain its guests. The provided beach/pool towels, pool floats, bikes, shampoos, body wash, spices, and kitchen supplies saves SO much packing space. My kids loved making s’mores at the fire pit, hiding in the loft, and playing ping pong/air hockey on cooler nights… then swimming in the heated neighborhood pool the next morning. We walked to the grocery, ice cream, beach, playground, and a different restaurant each night. We didn’t run into any problems during our stay, communication and check in with Tracey was wonderfully smooth. Would stay again in a second.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erica W.

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

Wonderful host and home

Tracey was absolutely wonderful to work with and very caring.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcus B., Chicago

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

Incredible home, wonderful stay, delightful city!

New Buffalo is such a special place for our family, and this home DID NOT DISAPPOINT! Not one bit. Beautiful accomodations, plenty of space, lots of benefits and so very close to town. It's also located in such a quaint little community of homes. Incredibly easy walking and access to parking. Will most definitely rent from this spot again! Hosts were very kind, helpful and communicative.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karole B.

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

Long weekend with friends.

Enjoyed the house. It is set up well for everyone to have their own space. Well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

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

Ladies get away

Tracey was the perfect host. Responded immediately to any communication. Home was immaculate and just as described. Kitchen had everything you would need. Just like being at home. Loved the two porches. Walking distance to beach and marina. Great location. Would definitely stay at this beautiful home again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle E.

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

Stay and location - amazing!

Thank you so much for an incredible stay in your beautiful home.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

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

Everything You Need

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in New Buffalo. The house is very well appointed and comfortable. The location makes visiting the beach, socializing and grabbing a bite to eat super easy. We couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

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

Family trip

My husband and I stayed here with our kids ages 5, 3, 2, and newborn for long weekend. Location was perfect for walk to town and beach using wagon. Pool was also great to use in the afternoons. Perfect set up for families with young kids. Only negative was basement typical to an older house (dark, musty smelling) so didn’t feel comfortable using the third bedroom down there.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Colleen J.

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

Adorable House and Neighborhood close to everything

We enjoyed a casual weekend with friends in this adorable house. Walked to just about everything. Host was wonderful communicating with us before, during and after! We will definitely be back with the family next time. Thanks for all your help!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Deborah H.

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

The quiet getaway

Lovely property with thoughtful included items. Comfortable space. Good location. Very quiet.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Randall C.

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

Great location - Clean

We had an outstanding experience at this property. It is convenient to downtown New Buffalo, the shops and dining. Convenient to the beach and marina. The house was clean and the owners did a great job of communicating with us. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda T.

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

Beautiful

We came up to New Buffalo for my sister bachelorette weekend, and we stay at Tracey’s beautiful house. It was such a lovely stay, and Tracey was great and made everything so easy. The house was perfectly located so we could walk to everything we had planned, plus there was a nice community pool. All of the neighbors were very friendly. I am definitely thinking of booking another trip up with my family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Courtney O.

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

Cute house in a Fantastic Location

A group of the girls in my family stayed here for a little weekend getaway. It was perfect and we had a blast! The location is ideal, it’s walking distance from pretty much everything you need and just a short drive to the wineries. The house is so cute too with some many different spaces to hang out. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

JEFFREY R.

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

Winter Holiday Getaway

We had two families of four stay at this property - we had a wonderful winter getaway. It was an easy walk to restaurants and the waterfront. The house was clean, cozy, and well stocked. Tracey was very responsive. We would definitely love to stay here a summer visit.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Audris W.

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

Just the cutest, comfiest place to stay ever

So many places to curl up with a book or hang out together as a family. We had tons of fun playing ping pong and lounging. Perfect location to town. Just a super comfortable, clean, inviting place to stay. Would be our first choice if we come back to New Buffalo.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Tracey Lowenthal

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We live in Chicago and have come out to "the country" for years, staying at our parents' cabin in Union Pier. Now that we're empty nester's and aren't spending our weekends at our kids' sporting events, we have the time to unwind in beautiful SW Michigan. We're very active, and the area has so much to offer, including jogging, biking, tennis, kayaking, swimming and water sports, wineries and breweries, restaurants and bars, antiquing, farmer's markets and festivals, and gorgeous sunsets.

Why they chose this property

We felt like this house had the best of everything. A comfortable, open layout with 2 outdoor screened-in spaces, a quiet neighborhood, a pool nearby, yet walking distance to all that the town has to offer and the lakefront.

What makes this property unique

The neighborhood is so charming--all the houses are similar in style, but different colors and accents. We see many people out walking their dogs or tooling around on their bikes. It truly feels like a relaxing get-away!

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English

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