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Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms2700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Place, New Buffalo Township Public Library
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Local
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, New Buffalo Public Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪37 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Buffalo

Downtown New Buffalo stay.With a stay at this Downtown New Buffalo vacation home, you'll be steps from New Buffalo Township Public Library and New Buffalo Public Library. Local and New Buffalo Marina Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • New Buffalo Township Public Library - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Local - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Louis J. Sima Great Lakes Marsh - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 5 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 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 - ‬7 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown

5 STAR ***** Accommodations....Perfect.
Completely rehabbed for 2019

Read what our last guests have to say.
New gated Pool and Pool house. Approximately 300 Ft. from house. .

The grounds are spacious and private.

Absolutely pristine condition!

A vacation home that .....you'll fall in love and won't want to leave.

Come experience the unique designs of the Madrona by renown architect, Ross Chapin and the quality, comfort, and charm of a true Chapin home. The architectural detail work is second to none.

Step outside your door and within walking distance to fine restaurants, galleries, boutiques, public beach, Amtrack stop and marinas.

Start your day with a cup of coffee on one of the cottage front or rear porches complete with flower boxes; spend the afternoon riding a bike or at the beach.

This perfect vacation home boasts a private first floor master suite with cathedral ceilings. Private bathroom with rain shower. Cathedral ceilings.
Guest powder room on main floor.
2nd Bedroom with a connected full Bathroom and tub.
There are two additional bedrooms upstairs with a full bathroom. Don't forget the stairwell reading nook.

The sleeping bags are ready in place in the 'kids only' loft, perfect for sleep and play.
Family room has a pool table, game table, and foosball table.
Total square footage is 2700 sq ft.

Pack up the family and head to the beach. Don't worry about what to bring. We provide bicycles and beach chairs.

Equipped with high speed internet and cable TV. Linens are provided along with full service kitchens with all necessities of home.

Electronic 5' filter for those with air quality concerns.

Over an acre of PRIVATE spacious grounds for plenty of outdoor fun that is SAFE for children, dogs and adults.

We can sleep more but only allow for 10 guest.
4 true bedrooms plus a loft. The rental rates are posted and are easy to read.

2 Bedrooms with Queen beds, 1 with a King and 1 Bedroom with 2 full beds and a trundle. We also have a full size crib and a convertible crib for the little ones..

2 Flat screen TV's with access to internet TV and free Netflix.
Please note:

Pool is open Memorial Day through end of September.



Keywords: Cottage, vacation home, beach home,

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown to the airport?

This vacation home is 32.3 mi (44-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 13-minute walk from New Buffalo Public Beach and 3.7 mi (7-min drive) from Townline Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (11-min drive) and Blue Chip Casino (14-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown to downtown New Buffalo?

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from New Buffalo.

Reviews

Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 195 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Emilyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We are repeat visitors for a reason! This is the fifth time we have stayed at this home, which is ideal for a family trip. We’ll be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

katie b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home with every amenity possible, including a laundry room on the first floor. We have already booked a reservation for next year.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Really great! Very clean and comfortable with thoughtful details. Location was perfect- the pool was steps away, and could easily walk to the beach and restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauren B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was fantastic, especially for someone with multiple small kids like us. They had everything we could need there and it all was in excellent working condition. No detail was spared to make this a worry free and fantastic place to stay to enjoy a summer holiday getaway. The location also couldn’t have been better and the community pool was a hit for all. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean. Great location. Perfect for families.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

New Buffalo Family Trip

We have been coming to New Buffalo for a decade as part of an annual family trip that has been going on for over 20 years. This is the first time that we’ve stayed longer than a weekend and we couldn’t have been more comfortable. The house was well equipped for children, was very clean and stocked with provisions for vacation, and the location is fantastic. It’s easy to get downtown and to the beach while also having fantastic pool access. Check In/Out was very easy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice house with many extra items for the beach and pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation

The house was well stocked. Great location, close to pool, beach, shopping, and other attractions. Something for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Loved our stay here - thoughtful items that make this a great place for a family to stay. Within walking distance to everything you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house, great location

We love staying at homes in ‘merchant st cottages’ area. This is our favorite home in the neighborhood because of the layout and cleanliness. Communication with owner is great. Thankful to stay at such a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe H.

Liked: Cleanliness

A chill day

It’s a great place to stay, and explore the little town, and is so close to the beach. One thing I was upset, the information they provided, it says “pool heated” included but it end up not been available, it’s not even cleaned. But overall great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect location

Host Michael was great. House was clean. The location is unbeatable. We stayed at the house with another family, so 4 adults and 4 kids ages 4-8. Location to the library (it is a wonderful kid friendly library, we spent almost 2 hours there), breakfast, coffee, beach was all exactly what we wanted. And no surprise the kids loved the arcade in the basement, and the "secret" loft area. We stayed in middle of winter so it was nice have a garage spot as well.We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

P H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilyn W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Repeat visit - great as always!

This was our third time staying at this property, and it was great as always! It’s the perfect spot for families with kids - close to everything, and the basement (arcade games, pool table, foosball) sets this house apart from the other Merchant St Cottages we’ve stayed at. The host is very responsive and helpful. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kari P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect family weekend

Our family enjoyed our time here SO much. There was something to entertain all of the kids in the arcade area when the weather outside was not the best. When the weather improved, we were walking distance to everything. The house was perfect. It was everything I could’ve hoped for. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

Such A Gem!

This house is beautiful! The layout and location are so ideal. A short walk to the beach, and a block or two from downtown and the grocery store. We never needed to use our car. Our family had a wonderful time and we can’t wait to be back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Charming house

We couldn’t ask for a more perfect house to stay in. Clean, charming, close to town - it has it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay!

Wonderful place to stay! Close to beach, close to town! Super cozy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another Great Stay

This is our second time renting this home. It was perfect for our crew of 5 moms and 5 teenagers. We walked to the beach and restaurants. We made s'mores and enjoyed sitting around the fire in the evening!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

Liked: Cleanliness

New Buffalo Family Reunion

Property was perfect for us. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach town stay

We had a great stay in New Buffalo. Property location was convenient and walkable to beach, grocery and restaurants. Space was nicely decorated and comfortable for multigenerational group. Game room was a bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely time in New Buffalo

Great cottage close to everything. The house was very functional, and the downstairs arcade was a big hit with my sons!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent stay

We had a wonderful stay in New Buffalo! The house was welcoming and fully loaded with anything we may have needed or forgotten. The pool is a few steps away and the downtown shops, dining, and beach are an easy walk from the property also. We especially enjoyed hanging out on the covered front porch with our morning coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony and Regina D., Cleveland, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation In New Buffalo

Thank you once again to Mike. We have enjoyed this home for several years and feel so comfortable there. The house is stocked with all the amenities you will need for a wonderful family vacation with children or just a weekend with adults to play games and have fun. The pool is perfect for taking a swim or exercise and area is kept very clean. The Merchant Cottages are truly a very nice village, and with the town, the beach and all the restaurants near by everything is in walking distance. We are so happy to have our vacation here. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Steven S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place & location

Property spacious, clean and close ( walking distance) to town. Beautiful house. Some beds not comfortable. Swimming pool very crowded at times. One chair in living room slightly broken and uncomfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024