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Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach!

Family-friendly stay near Lake Michigan

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Outdoor spa tub
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Exterior
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Lakeside, MI
  • Place, Burnison Galleries
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Lakeside

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the cottage, you'll find Lake Michigan and Burnison Galleries. Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Burnison Galleries - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Union Pier Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Gordon Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Roma Pizza - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Union Pier Social - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alan Ray’s - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Featherbone - ‬11 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.

Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach!

Rentals available throughout the year

***Summer Weekly Rentals Saturday to Saturday in June - August***

Enjoy the open floor plan, 3 bedrooms (master and 2 bedrooms) 2 bathrooms, comfortable living room furniture and fireplace. The newly renovated main bathroom now has a deep tub to take away the stress of the city. One block to the private association beach. After a fun day at the beach, you can play in the front yard, relax in the screened porch or soak in the hot tub. Outdoor hot tub can be enjoyed all year long. Washer/dryer and dishwasher.

Whether you are coming to enjoy the fresh air, shooting stars or walks on the beach, the Cozy Cottage has a lot to offer. Come to reduce your stress and recharge.
**June 14-September 6 are WEEKLY RENTALS ONLY**
Check-in: 4:00pmET
Checkout: 10:30amET
Cleaning Fee: $300

*PRIVATE SANDY BEACH ACCESS, less than a block walk and then 50 stairs down*
*Screened in back porch*
*Outdoor hot tub available all year*
*Located less than ten minutes from New Buffalo*
*Farmers market only 2 minutes down Red Arrow Highway, Union Pier, Sat.-Sun.*
*Many restaurants - Whistle Stop, Stray Dog, Haymarket, Redamak's, Beer Church Brewery, and Ghost Isle Brewery*
*Close to wineries*
*Four Winds Casino, New Buffalo and a quick 20 minute drive/uber to Blue Chip Casino, Michigan City*
*Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets is the perfect spot to get good deal at all your favorite stores. Located in Michigan City!! We discovered - Leeds Public House - large outdoor dining area nearby*

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Designated smoking areas
  • Note from host: Outside only.

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Golf
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

If Beach Key Card is lost, there is a replacement fee of $250.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only.

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.

Property Registration Number CR2021-0247

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! to the airport?

This cottage is 32.2 mi (46-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! to the beach?

This cottage is 1.2 mi (3-min drive) from Union Pier Beach and 1.4 mi (3-min drive) from Gordon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach!?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (14-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach!?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! to downtown Lakeside?

This cottage is 0.5 mi away from Lakeside.

Fall Getaways! Short walk to a private beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 76 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 76 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 76 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 76 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Alice T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had a lovely time at The Cozy Cottage. It was clean and all the amenities were available. We especially loved how close we were to the beautiful beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our second time staying here and we are so glad we came back! The house is great, well furnished, and has access to a wonderful beach! We love this area of Michigan and look forward to our next trip!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa M., Downers Grove, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

House near beach

This was our 3rd visit to Cozy Cottage. Our check in was delayed about 2 hours which disrupted our schedule. We couldn’t use the hot tub for the entire visit as it was so dirty it had to be emptied. The owner gave me some money back but the kids wanted use of the hot tub more than the refund, very disappointing! The mattresses and couch could use refreshing, pretty squishy. The lighting is a challenge in the dining and living areas. Lots of spider webs and a few cricket spiders which freaked the kids out! The AC had been looked at the week before and they came back again because it was warm; the thermostat resets in the morning and if it doesn’t sense movement, the issue remains that it takes it almost overnight to cool back down to where we felt comfortable. We won’t be returning, the rental cost in my opinion is too high for the conditions. Lovely property and good beach accessories!
Hot tub conditions
Hot tub water condition.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joshua D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house & location!

We really enjoyed our stay here. Location was fantastic, just a few minute walk to the great private beach. Loved the hot tub as well. Thanks!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elise O.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janna S., St. Louis, MO

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous Lake Michigan Retreat

The accommodations, area, and proximity to the beach and other area attractions were highlights of our stay. I hope to return again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay at the Cozy Cottage

The Cozy Cottage was a perfect home for our family’s week long stay over the 4th of July. The home had a great layout for a family of 5 or more with 4 beds in one of the bedrooms for kiddos. We enjoyed the front porch, hot tub and large yard. It also has great access to Orchard Beach which is a nice size and a short walk from the house. Plenty of chairs, umbrellas, wagon and beach toys to make the stay enjoyable. We’d love to book again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heidi V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay at the Cozy Cottage

Stayed here on and off for many years. Great house and location. We had another great stay and wonderful time at the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

Our group of 7 enjoyed staying at Cozy Cottage during a recent summer wedding weekend. The association beach was particularly amazing.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Belinda L., Brookville, Oh

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, Cute, and Clean

Perfect for our four friends girls’ trip! SUPER comfortable living space! Everything was as described plus more. Easy walk to private beach (you do need a pass to get in -don’t try to go before your check-in). Yes, the steps are a lot, but totally worth it! Comfortable beds, great family-friendly games, books, & DVDs. We had a very relaxing getaway with lots of laughs. Will definitely book again! Our favorite.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute spot close to the beach!

The house was really nice and clean, and offered all the amenities we needed for a family reunion in Notre Dame. Close to some cute little spots, but still relaxing and secluded. Really enjoyed being so close to Lake Michigan! Janette was very kind and responsive throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb!

Fantastic cottage with only steps from the beach & private access to beach. Accommodations were lovely with soft colors & comfy bedding for The bedrooms. Our girls enjoyed having a trundle bed so all 4 could share a room!! Super to have a shed with a wagon & sand toys plus floats!! Will definitely return for more fun!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy, nicely outfitted house just a short walk to gorgeous, private beach.

We cannot overstate how much we loved our stay here! This house is clearly beloved and is well-stocked with all of the cooking and beach supplies you might need for a weekend away. Quiet, laid-back neighborhood, friendly neighbors waved hello to us every time they passed. The beach was clean, quiet, and BEAUTIFUL. We will absolutely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria W.

Liked: Cleanliness

End of Summer getaway

We had a very nice time during our family summer long weekend getaway. First time to visit the Warren Dunes area and looking forward to coming back soon. We were looking for a relaxing time and it fulfilled our wishes!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Vacation Home

This house was perfect for our stay, it came stocked with everything we needed and was so close to the beach! We had an excellent week and look forward to returning! Janette was very responsive and took care of everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good Times in Lakeside MI

The 4 of us thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Cozy Cottage. The house was wonderful and spacious. The kitchen was well equipped and the storage shed was loaded with great beach toys. We enjoyed cooking, kayaking, biking, beaching and golfing. We will return next summer. Thank you to our hosts for a terrific stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Everything was wonderful!

We had a great stay at the Cozy Cottage. The home is stocked with everything you could possibly need! We had plenty of space (Me, my husband, and 3 & 5 year old boys) to relax and enjoy Lakeside. The beach was a quick walk down the road and then about 25 steps down. The kitchen was equipped with everything needed, plus a garage full of fun toys and chairs, etc for the beach. I already want to come back next summer!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Jon M.

Family Vacation

My wife and two kids, 4 and 6, spent a wonderful week at this lovely cottage. The house overall was very nice with plenty of space for us all. The only minor improvement would be a more thorough cleaning of the house.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sarah p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing house and beach!!

Janette was an amazing host! Her house is beautiful - a perfect beach oasis. It was open and airy, impeccably clean, had so many amenities (hot tub, tons of beach equipment, full kitchen supplies, comfy beds, plentiful towels, cute patio and porch, etc). We loved it! We plan on making this an annual adventure. Can’t wait for those union pier sunsets next year. Thanks, Janette!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carla P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome

I am very picky and always afraid of getting a place that isn't as advertised. This house and Janette far exceeded expectations. Everything was VERY clean! It is one of the first rentals I didn't feel the need to clean again when I arrived. Comfortable beds. Easy walk to beach. Everything you need for a awesome week at the beach. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M., Downers Grove, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

The Cozy Getaway

The Cozy is just that! We all enjoyed our stay and with all the comforts of home! 1/2 block to the lake for easy quick access! Close to all the area offers yet feels off the beaten path, full of nature and quiet! Owner is wonderful and responsive! Charming home!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christina N., Utica, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

The Perfect Harbor Country Cottage

This was our third stay at The Cozy Cottage in Lakeside. We love this home - beautifully, beach-ily decorated, comfortable and welcoming! It was spotlessly clean when we arrived with chocolates, wine and flowers to greet us. The house is fully stocked with everything you might need except your swimsuit! :) We love how many beach toys are in the shed and the easy 5 minute (if that) walk to a beautiful beach. Owners are very responsive with any issues that come up. The cottage really shows their pride in ownership. We highly recommend this cottage for a visit to Lake Michigan and are looking forward to stay number 4 again soon!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

Liked: Cleanliness

We had a great time. Everyone enjoyed the beach and hot tub.

The stay was great! Walking distance to the beach! The hot tub was clean. Great restaurants in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tresa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer Vacation

We had a lovely time at the Cozy Cottage. The location was a short walk to the beach . The beach was beautiful and most days quiet. Just what we were looking for.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022