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The Red Oak - back courtyard with heated pool.
Heated pool with plenty of room in courtyard to play games.
Shallow end
Lots of chairs and chaise lounges to relax around pool.
The Red Oak

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

Map
New Buffalo, MI
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum
    16 min walk
  • Local
    19 min walk
  • New Buffalo Public Beach
    3 min drive
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    12 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining
Living area
Exterior

About this property

Red Oak-5 bedroom with in ground pool, fireplace, ping pong-walk to restaurants

Full house renovation - completion Spring 2024. House will be restored to its original beauty with some amazing changes.
Welcome to Harbor country, home to the magnificent Lake Michigan coastal towns, fantastic restaurants, national parks, breweries and wineries.
This sprawling soon to be 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2 family room ranch is the perfect place for you and your family.

First floor:
-King bedroom with tv, walk in closet, and master bath
-Two queen bedrooms and a full bathroom
-Spacious dining room with seating for 8
-Large gourmet kitchen with island and additional seating for 4 and plenty of counter space.
-Large family room with fireplace and a flat-screened smart TV

Basement:
-Large bedroom with two full size beds and double closets. -Additional queen bedroom will be added in Spring 2025.
-Another large family room with flat screened smart tv and sectional. Plans to add a bar.
-Full bathroom with tiled shower
-Pub table and chairs
-Laundry room
-Ping pong table

Backyard:
-Outdoor games
-Fire pit
-Heated pool

Nearby:
-This location is ideal in so many ways- we are just a short walk to Hummingbird lounge, Brewster's Italian, or waterside fine dining at Bentwood Tavern or The Terrace Room. From our home you'll enjoy the short walk to downtown New Buffalo and the beach.

Also we are just an hour away from Chicago by car or Amtrak, you'll soon be steps away to all the conveniences of Harbor Country. Hop on a shuttle to Four Winds Casino, or a short drive to Blue Chip Casino and the Outlet Mall. A great place to take walks to town or the beach as well as bike riding. Tour the wineries and micro-breweries and so much more.

For your information the local ordinance has quiet hours at 11pm and we ask that our guests respect that as we live on a quiet residential block. Strictly enforced. For that reason we do not allow bachelor or bachelorette parties. NO candles or open flames allowed on property - inside or outside. Also we have added an exterior camera to monitor the exterior of our home for liability reasons for our insurance. It is located at the side of driveway. There are absolutely no cameras located inside the house or facing the pool.
Pool will be closed October 18- May 10th.


There is a house guide in a binder at the property with all the information you will need.


Also, City of New Buffalo passed an ordinance, effective 6/14/21, that limits parking to 4 cars maximum, limits number of guests to 14, enforces the noise ordinance and requires a Reservation Summary. That form requests the full name and date of birth for the main contact, full name and age of each guest, and make, model and license plate number (including State) for each car that will be on the property. That form needs to be in the city’s hand no less than 24 hours before reservation. That form will be sent to you in a fillable format but if you would rather send me the information, I can fill it out for you. Thank you for your cooperation.

Property manager

Mary Lynn
Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Strictly enforced.

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking/vaping is forbidden- $200 will be charged
As this house is in a neighborhood we must insist that you respect our neighbors and keep the noise level down after 10 pm. Strictly enforced
Pool hours - 8:00 am - 10:00 pm. Please follow all swimming safety protocols. No lifeguard-guests accept all liability. Please close pool after 10pm
Host shall send to renter for their electronic signature a Release for pool use & rental agreement and reservation summary prior to reservation date

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
Note from host: Strictly enforced.
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

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 in the city centre and on a lake. 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 Local. 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 - 16 min walk
  • Local - 19 min walk
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 3 min drive
  • Whittaker Woods Golf Course - 4 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 18 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Red Oak-5 bedroom with in ground pool, fireplace, ping pong-walk to restaurants have a pool?

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

Is Red Oak-5 bedroom with in ground pool, fireplace, ping pong-walk to restaurants pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Red Oak-5 bedroom with in ground pool, fireplace, ping pong-walk to restaurants ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Red Oak-5 bedroom with in ground pool, fireplace, ping pong-walk to restaurants ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Red Oak-5 bedroom with in ground pool, fireplace, ping pong-walk to restaurants located?

This family-friendly New Buffalo holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of New Buffalo Railroad Museum and Lake Michigan. Local and New Buffalo Public Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). New Buffalo Station is 18 minutes by foot.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Virginia R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House fire
House was great until it caught fire first morning we were there and we had to run for our lives. Now still trying to collect the rest of my money from VRBO
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing Experience
Charming home in a great location! We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. The home was so welcoming and well appointed. It was beautiful, clean and had everything we could want. We travelled with 3 small children. It was very child friendly. the pool was definitely a highlight. The location made it easy to walk to town and get anything we wanted. We're hoping to make our visit a new annual tradition.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing - Highly Recommended!
I booked this for a surprise birthday party for my Wife and her Family and couldn't be happier with the result. This house is bigger than it appears in the pictures. There is plenty of space for 10+ people to sleep. High-end finishes, VERY clean, and outstanding location. That being said, the true star is the back patio, pool, and proximity to the beach. We would return to this house in a heartbeat! Thank you for such a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

SARAH B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceptional!
Our group of 7 girlfriends have been renting properties for our annual retreats for a decade, and we all agreed this was the nicest house we've stayed in. It was so spacious, beautiful, well appointed, and well stocked. There was so much attention to detail. It's especially great for larger groups who want ample, comfortable seating. We also really appreciated all the large, comfy beds; we're past the age of wanting to rent a house with rooms full of bunk beds. The only negative was some repetitive noise from (I assume) the sump pump was disruptive for those sleeping in the basement. We would absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jules C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend
Our stay at Red Oak was wonderful. There was space for everyone. We loved the pouch on sunny mornings/afternoons, loved the proximity to town and all the ways the house was comfortable. It fit our needs for a weekend trip perfectly.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Augie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic House
This is the second house of Mary's that we've stayed at, and they were both great. We had a wonderful time playing ping pong and just watching tv downstairs on the nice big couch. There was plenty of room for the 7 of us and the beds were so comfortable. Mary is also very accommodating and a pleasure to work with. We can't wait to come back in the summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lynda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pottery Barn Retreat
Never have we had a VRBO property as tastefully decorated or as clean as Red Oak. The owner left no stone unturned when it came to guest comfort. Tasteful and comfortable, with every need anticipated. Thank you so much for a memorable weekend. As we age these short friend retreats become more important each time. Hopefully we will be able to return to this New Buffalo gem this spring.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolute Perfection
This property exceeds every expectation!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
This house is a great setup and well taken care of. The owners are very responsive and location is close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful
This house was perfect for my family to come stay at for the weekend. We were all in town from out of state for my sister's wedding and this house fit us all perfectly! My only complaint is that we just didn't get to stay long enough!! Mary was great with communication and we had an issue with a beeping smoke alarm that they came right over and fixed. We will most certainly be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danette S., ELMWOOD PARK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Plenty of space and little extras!
This house was perfect for our group! It has a big open floor plan, which is great for socializing. The pool was amazing, and the cover was very easy to use. Each towels, sunscreen, and bug spray were provided. The basement space is huge! We had two small children under 3 years old, and it was great to put them to bed downstairs and still hang out upstairs without them waking up. All bedrooms have plenty of space and the house is well equipped with towels, shampoo and soap, and plenty of little extras. We were very pleased with our stay and would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second time at Red Oak!
This house/property is just perfect. Great location, awesome pool, it’s stocked with essentials plus all the things that make it easier to travel (lots of towels, good quality shampoo/soaps, coffee, knives, cookware, pack n play, pool toys, to name a few), the beds are comfortable, laundry (so great with young kids!), good beds/bedroom ratio, and Mary and Tom are so responsive and such great hosts. What more could you ask for?
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelley Z.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another Amazing Stay!
Our stay at Red Oak was phenomenal! The house was very clean and spacious. It was stocked with everything we could need. The house was a perfect set up and we so enjoyed swimming in the pool daily. Mary was easy to communicate with and such a kind, generous host. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great week at Red Oak
We just completed our 2nd annual week at Red Oak. The property remains wonderful - clean, well furnished and stocked, great pool, all even better than the pictures
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacay
We had a great family vacay! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dee S., Elkhart

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family annual vacation
Everything was very nice, loved the pool. Wonderful access to things in area. We’ve been doing a Michigan family vacation for approximately 14 years and this was the best place we have stayed in!!!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

melissa m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family vacation
We couldn’t have picked a better home to accommodate our family! We had 8 adults, 4 children and everyone was comfortable. It was our first time to vacation in Michigan and we plan to come back. The beds were very comfortable and the basement gave us extra room to spread out. The pool was voted the favorite of the week! Thank you Mary for providing such a lovely, welcoming home. Our family made some wonderful memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

julie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan Crew 2023
The house was fantastic, the amenities and attention to detail far exceeded our expectations. The pool was such a hit with everyone and the area around it gave us room for great bag tournaments. Mary and Tom, thank you for being so open, kind and available if needed. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kasey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Red Oak
It met all of our needs and expectations. We appreciated the quick responses from our hosts when we had a critical question. It was the perfect backdrop for family time!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Morgan H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Shaded paradise
Our stay here was absolutely amazing. Mary was very easy to communicate with! The house is so spacious, well stocked and clean. The heated pool was wonderful on the colder days to take the chill off, and we spent many nights around the fire pit making memories. It only took a couple of minutes to get to the beach and shops/restaurants. We will definitely be returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

carolin l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan
Most beautiful and clean house I have stayed in. We will be back for sure!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Purely Awesome Michigan!
We knew the home would be beautiful but the pictures don't do it justice. The home and property exceeded our expectations. Every room is decorated beautifully and gives you that lake home feeling! The host has thought of everything, is quick to respond and fantastic to deal with. Hoping to make this a regular spot.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tristan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place!!!!
Loved the home, great place to stay. Mary was a great host. Will definitely book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelli W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved it!
Great location. Loved the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway!
We loved our stay at the Red Oak for our birthday weekend! The house was very clean, exactly as pictured, and the owner was extremely helpful, kind and very easy to get ahold of! The location was close to everything we needed. The finished basement was the perfect hangout spot for March madness games as well! Definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

About the host

Hosted by Mary Lynn

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My husband, Tom and I, purchased this property on our block last year and took our time and built what we feel is a dream house to share with others. We are originally from Chicago and spent 20 years raising our three daughters in Chelsea, MI before moving here to New Buffalo in 2014. We absolutely love this area and are excited to be able to provide a home to others to make great memories in the beautiful City of New Buffalo. Since we live across the street we are available if you have any questions or need anything.

Why they chose this property

While this property is on a quiet street, you are only blocks away from great restaurants, bars and a 10-15 minute walk to the majestic New Buffalo Beach. If you choose not to go to the beach, there is a beautiful in-ground pool awaiting you. The house has every amenity you can imagine as I have spent many trips away at VRBO properties and took lots of notes to make sure my guests have the best experience.

What makes this property unique

There are so many benefits to staying at our home. The one that stands out is our in ground heated pool with courtyard. That is a hit for all of our guests that can enjoy that.
We have 3 bedrooms on the first floor for those that cannot climb stairs. We have 3 bathrooms as we have discovered through traveling with our family that extra bathrooms are a plus. The fact that we have two family rooms would be ideal for couples traveling with children. The backyard is ideal for lawn games, a nice cozy fire at our fire pit. We know you will enjoy spending time out in the yard. The location is one of the high points for sure as you can walk to everything that New Buffalo offers and a short drive to all that Harbor Country offers. For those that love Casinos there are two casinos within 15 minutes.

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