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Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach

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Reviews

6.8 out of 10

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 121750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Union Pier

In Union Pier .You'll find Lake Michigan and Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve and St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Gordon Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Union Pier Beach - 2 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Townline Beach - 10 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach

Welcome to Shady Tree Cottage, the perfect retreat for your next getaway!

Our stylish home is stocked with family-friendly essentials to reduce the headache of packing so that you can enjoy your stay without worry. This includes: high chair, pack and play, outlet covers, cabinet locks, step stools, faucet extenders, attached potty seats, books, toys and children's dishes.

We're located ~2hrs from Chicago, close to the best attractions in Southwest Michigan, only minutes away from downtown New Buffalo. Convenient for day trips to St. Joseph and South Haven.

Enjoy a day out exploring southwest Michigan, have a lazy day at home in the game room playing over 400 classic arcade games, curl up with a good book on the oversized sectional or in the homey side chair. Let the kids play in the cozy reading nook stocked with comfy pillows, a variety of popular children's books, and a busy board. Unwind at night with dinner al fresco and a marshmallow roast over the fire, toasting with a glass of local wine from your travels.

We are also pet-friendly and have pet bowls, a waterproof blanket, poop bags, and a stake for your dog's leash. We do ask that you crate your dog when not in the home for the dog's safety.

Additional amenities include a sit/stand work desk, smart TV, high speed internet, gas grill, game room, memory foam sofa bed, dimmable lights in the bedrooms and bathrooms, black out curtains in bedrooms and main living space, noise machines, Lake Michigan tap water, and a flex bedroom, which can be set up as two twins or one king bed depending on the needs of your group.

Nearby attractions include:

St. Julian Tasting Room - 2 min
Round Barn Tasting Room - 2 min
Seedz Brewery - 2 min
Timothy's Restaurant - 2 min
Red Arrow Roadhouse - 4 min
Town Line Beach - 5 min
New Buffalo Farmers Market - 8 min
Woodlands Golf Course @ Whittaker - 10 min
Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 10 min
Journeyman Distillery/Staymaker Restaurant - 11 min
New Buffalo Beach - 12 min
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 12 min
Captain Mike's Fun Park - 13 min
Baroda-area wineries - 20 min
Washington Park Zoo - 24 min
St. Joseph - 25 min
South Haven - 45 min

PLEASE NOTE: When staying with a dog, you need to include them in your reservation. There is a $100 pet fee per stay. Thank you for your understanding.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 1,750 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

-No parties or events -No smoking on the premises; an additional cleaning fee will be applied if smoke mitigation is needed -Quiet hours are 11pm-7am
-Please keep shoes off in the home, especially in carpeted areas -Please use provided plastic dishes and cups outdoors to avoid injury
-No fireworks or firearms -Please use black washcloths for makeup removal -When using the firepit, put out flames using the provided snuffer lid

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Please note the house rules for our canine guests

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.7 mi (42-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi (4-min drive) from Townline Beach and 1.5 mi (4-min drive) from Union Pier Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (13-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach to downtown Union Pier?

This vacation home is 0.5 mi away from Union Pier.

Family-Friendly Home w/Oversized Yard Near Tasting Rooms, DT New Buffalo & Beach Reviews

Reviews

6.8
Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 3 reviews

6.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anand S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Very cute. Very clean. Great for families.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

2/10 Terrible

Andrea B.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Very happy

Would like to stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Meenakshi D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

We had a great time staying at the house. Perfect size house for our party of 9.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024