In the heart of Harbor country, this charming cottage offers a warm welcome just steps from downtown New Buffalo. Unwind in the spacious backyard with a grill and fire pit or explore nearby Beer Church and Lions Pavillion Park and Beach. With radiant floor heat, energy star appliances, bikes for adults, wireless internet you'll feel right at home.
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Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Charming & cozy in-town retreat in the heart of New Buffalo
This unique and charming cottage located just steps away from downtown New Buffalo, in the heart of Harbor country. Perfect for a Chicago family getaway, or a romantic retreat. The interior is bright and has an open floor plan, including a kitchen built for creating amazing meals! The yard is large and private with a grill, table, outdoor chairs, and a large fire pit, firewood included. The cottage has wireless internet and cable. Amenities include a spacious back yard, dual flush toilet, radiant floor heat in bathroom, and energy star appliances. A backyard shed includes two adult bikes and we're just a few blocks away from Beer Church and Lions Pavillion Park and Beach. *New fenced in back yard so the pups can roam a bit more freely (just be sure to double check the gate :)
*Please note that we have an exterior camera positioned to view the front door. This camera is for both security reasons and to help guests that might have any issues gaining access to the home.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach loungers
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Car recommended
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee grinder
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
Smart TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Work spaces
Desk
Desk chair
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near the marina
Things to do
Bicycles
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Motor boating nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
We’d love for you to add a signed rock at our window sill, hopefully collected from the nearby New Buffalo beach!
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Up two dogs allowed, additional fee required
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number CR24-0035
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Downtown New Buffalo, a neighbourhood in New Buffalo, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and New Buffalo Public Beach. Local and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our New Buffalo travel guide
Is Charming & cozy in-town retreat in the heart of New Buffalo pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Charming & cozy in-town retreat in the heart of New Buffalo?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Charming & cozy in-town retreat in the heart of New Buffalo?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Charming & cozy in-town retreat in the heart of New Buffalo?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Charming & cozy in-town retreat in the heart of New Buffalo located?
Located in Downtown New Buffalo, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Local and New Buffalo Public Beach. Lake Michigan is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away. New Buffalo Station is 10 minutes by foot.
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Charming & cozy in-town retreat in the heart of New Buffalo Reviews
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The home and owners were absolutely wonderful. We loved the space and the owners were very accommodating. The apple tree bursting with apples was a lovely bonus 10/10 would recommend
The photos don’t do this rental justice - it’s so homey and cute. Everything was spotless, and the beds were comfortable. It was easy to stay home and make dinner, and we had a lot of fun using the bonfire outside. It’s also a short walk to the main restaurants in town. We’ll definitely be staying here again.
We loved our stay in New Buffalo. This cabin has so much character and we really enjoyed the proximity to downtown as well. We walked to the beach in the morning and were able to walk to restaurants too. The coffee amenities were a delightful addition to our stay as well.
Absolutely loved the cottage! It was a perfect location to do so many things, a lot of dog friendly places too. We also spent a good amount of time at the property playing card games and throwing the ball with our dog in the backyard.
Great location, airy and beautiful space with lots of sky lights, loved the backyard for fires and hanging out. Excellent communication with the hosts. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Location is great and back yard is awesome for our dog to run and relax. Was just what my wife and I were looking for. Short distance from downtown Chicago but far enough away for some quiet time.
Marcus and Tony's cottage is wonderful - in addition to the perfect location and ample space, you can tell that they have taken extra lengths to make sure that visitors truly feel at home. From the fully equipped kitchen and extra linens to the inviting back yard and fully functional washer/dryer, we appreciated being able to truly settle into the cottage and enjoy our vacation. We would definitely recommend this place to friends and family - and would also look to return to the cottage on our next trip to the Harbor Country.
We absolutely loved staying here. Fenced in back yard for our pup and the cottage layout and decor was a masterful mix of functional design and intelligent architecture. The hosts were super friendly. We visit the area often and are looking forward to staying with Marcus and Tony again.
Great kitchen and lighting throughout property
Nice touch to provide wood for the outdoors and inside too
Perfect location except for the noise from road but very private
This was such a cute house that was within walking distance of everything! There was such good and clear communication through the whole process and was such a clean house. Will definitely be staying here next time I’m back in New Buffalo!
Tanner E.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alexander
27 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Terrific house. Comfortable but not too small. Great decor. The backyard is huge and welcoming. Our family had a fantastic time!
We loved staying at Marcus' place! It was such a darling cottage and the perfect getaway from the city. We especially appreciated the fully stocked kitchen. We cooked all our meals and even some desserts at the cottage and the kitchen was stocked with all the supplies we needed and then some. I would love to stay here again!
Everything was just as described and we had a fantastic time! Next time, we’ll buy a few more groceries and stay home. It was so relaxing. Thank you, Marcus!
It was just my wife and I visiting relatives in New Buffalo. We were looking for a cute place close to town. We found it! This home has a very warm "Cottage" like feel to it. Easy walk to town shops , restaurants, harbor, etc.. We will come back and stay again.
The cottage was wonderful and well stocked with anything we could have needed. Hosts were responsive and informative each time an inquiry came up. Location was perfect, so many lasting memories following our trip to New Buffalo!
We have stayed here a few times and will continue. The owner is responsive to questions in a timely manner and definitely wants to provide a great getaway for his guests! The cottage is in walking distance to the little town and Lake Michigan. The perfect spot for a peaceful stay!
Very cozy & clean property. Home was well stocked with all basic items making it easy to walk in & begin your vacation. Slight downfall was out side noise during the day in back yard as property is a bit close to a busy road. Other than that it’s a perfect property for a getaway in the New Buffalo area.
Quick get away for my husband and me. The house was nice. Check-in was seamless. Our host even checked in with us to confirm we didn’t need anything during our stay. Host was very responsive when we had questions. Wasn’t the warmest weather but we enjoyed the indoor fireplace in this cozy cottage. Our stay was very enjoyable!
The house was very clean. I appreciate a clean house as I have allergies. Kitchen had every utensil a cook might want. The fenced yard would be nice for little guys. Bathroom was good. Everything worked ( tv, shower, sinks, dishwasher). The neighborhood is nice. My dog and I took a few walks while my husband went fishing. Barb
My husband and I loved our stay! This is the perfect spot for those who like to walk, be outside, near the action—but not too close, and have everything you need to be comfortable. You can cook at home, cozy up in many great reading spots with a good book, and spend time outside in the large, fenced in yard. The downtown is walkable (8 min) and lakefront access is 15 min walking. We came from Chicago for a mini baby moon, and we can wait to come back with our family.