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Your Home away from Home

Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Michigan

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Escape to Lux Nest, your home away from home, where the open concept living room flows into a chef's kitchen. Take in the charming details like original fixtures and tile in the vintage bathroom or unwind with family games in the breezeway. Relax downstairs in a fully furnished basement featuring reclaimed barn wood walls surrounding cozy nooks for reading and lounging.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi

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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.

Your Home away from Home

Welcome to the Lux Nest, your home away from home!
Walk into the open concept living room and look through to the chef's kitchen. The kitchen boasts a induction stove-top, convection oven, disposal, and flexible seating.
Head into the master bedroom, furnished with a king-size bed, two nightstands and lamps, and a flat screen television for streaming your favorite shows. The second bedroom has a bunk beds: twin size over full size to accommodate kids and teens.
Take a look into the vintage bathroom with original fixtures and tile.
Go out the side door in the kitchen and check out the breezeway. It is set up for conversations and game playing for times when you don't want to be outside or inside... it's the perfect compromise!
Now head downstairs to the fully furnished basement! The reclaimed barn wood walls surround two areas. On one side, there is a queen size bed with side tables, and a chair and ottoman, perfect for reading a juicy novel. There is also a table and chairs in case a game is in order. The other side of the basement has a futon that folds down into a full size bed and a comfy sofa facing a flat screen television equipped with limited cable and full streaming capability.
Through the basement door is the laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and laundry sink so you don't have to head home with dirty clothes.
Now head back upstairs and into the back yard. First thing you might notice is the hot tub. There is a four burner grill to cook up your perfect dinner when you don't want to head out to the nearby restaurants. There is plenty of room for the kids to play: climb the gorgeous tree, head down into the ravine and explore the creek, sit in the double swing chair and look for wildlife. Build a fire in the fire pit and roast marshmallows, tell stories, and sing songs. Did I mention the hammocks? Perfect for napping and reading.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
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

Be respectful of noise levels at night (after 10:30).
Keep it safe and legal.
No fireworks on or near the property.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Contact owner for exceptions.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The house is not child proofed and it has stairs

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 CR2021-0019

Property is also known as

Your Home Away Home House Harbert
Your Home Away Home Harbert
Your Away From Harbert
Your Home Away From Home Cottage
Your Home Away From Home Harbert
Your Home Away From Home Cottage Harbert

About the area

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is home to this cottage. Lake Michigan and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Captain Mike's Fun Park and Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room. Waikiki Jacks and Weko Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including ice skating, birdwatching, and winery tours. Visit our Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert travel guide
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • BGGWKA INDIANA - Sand along the shore of Lake Michigan in Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore.
    Indiana Dunes National Park
    28 min drive - 51.7 km
  • University of Notre Dame featuring heritage architecture, wild flowers and a park
    University of Notre Dame
    43 min drive - 60.3 km
  • Cherry Beach
    3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    13 min drive - 16.7 km
  • Blue Chip Casino
    25 min drive - 35.4 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station
    14 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN)
    47 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Molly's Corner
    10 min drive
  • Journeyman Distillery
    13 min drive
  • Biggby Coffee
    4 min drive
  • Greenbush Brewing Company
    4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Your Home away from Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Home away from Home located?

Situated in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Cherry Beach, and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve. Lake Louise and Flynn Woods Preserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Your Home away from Home Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

carly l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway!

Such a cute property with so many amenities for our group. We took a quick girls trip with my daughters and some friends, and it was a perfect place for this!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denice E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place!

We had a great time! House is nicely decorated and located close to a lot of great places to eat, nice beaches and cute shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt like Home!

Stayed here over Christmas...property had all the feels of home with great amenities! The hot tub was our fave! Great location and very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jazz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our time at Lux Nest! Patricia was very communicative and had created a binder with instructions, menus, and other materials that made our stay even better. The hot tub was incredible and so appreciated enjoying those jets. The green space in the backyard is very peaceful and swinging on the bench swing near the fire pit was the relaxation that I so needed. I know that the two of us are primed to return to the Lux Nest in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jay T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Always a good place in Harbert

I have stayed here twice before and enjoy the kitchen , living room and extra beds. Great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorie T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house by the beach

The Lux Nest is cozy, clean and in a great location. There is so much to do nearby. The bed was very comfortable. Excellent host. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Felt at home

Nicely updated, roomy house with hot tub, impressive kitchen, across the street from our favorite area restaurant Cafe Gulistan.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Family Getaway!

The Lux Nest was such a great experience with my family of 5! We made s’mores by the fire pit and relaxed in the hot tub after a long day at the beach! Many memories were made!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kerry M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just what we needed

The house was really nice inside. Hot tub was great for our group. Close to beach, wineries and restaurants. Woukd highly recommend staying at the Lux Nest
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

nicole b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great vacation

This is the 2nd time renting from Patricia and we'd definitely do it again. The house is perfect for a small family and everything you need to have a great trip and make wonderful memories. Patricia went way beyond what she had to to make sure our stay was relaxing.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jay T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice Harbert vacation cottage

Have stayed at this property several times over the past 4 years and I like the place- hot tub, very nice kitchen, grill, lovely living room. It doesn't have central air but it's ok with the two window acs.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liz R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Lux Nest

House was clean and VERY accomodating. We were all super cozy and felt like home
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jill S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing location and amenities

Patricia was in incredible host! She was a great communicator and thought of everything! This property was super close to the beaches and lots of other activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

BreAnne W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful!

We had a small bachelorette party and had an amazing time. The lux nest was so cute and fit us 5 girls great! I would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary W., Fort Wayne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday Getaway

It truly felt like a home away from home. Very pleased with the amenities available. Love the updates throughout the house. We look forward to returning one day.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location for a 3 night getaway

Patricia communicated well before we arrived, during, and after we checked out. She was very nice and her place was great. She had lots of extras in the kitchen which was fully equipped. We would recommend Lux Nest.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Getaway!

This house was a cozy home away from home that was even nicer than the pictures! The hot tub was great for relaxing, and the kids loved the climbing tree. Host was very communicative and a gracious. Check in was a breeze. I wish we had been able to walk to the beach, but the Warren Dunes access pass made it easy enough for us to get out whenever we wanted.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Girl time at the beach

My teen daughters and I had a wonderful stay at Patricia’s. They enjoyed the basement space to hang out, the hot tub to relax in and the cozy hammocks under the trees. Patricia was very communicative and helped with any questions we had. The place was clean and comfortable and decorated so cute! Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Autumn at the Nest

The home has a place for everyone - cozy reading room, comfy basement TV room, hot tub nestled in the woods. Well-stocked kitchen for elaborate meal preparation. Enjoy!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach with wildlife

We was minutes for the beach. Had deer and wild turkeys to look at every morning in the front and back yard. Hot tub as very relaxing. The place was very clean and had everything you would need. Was a great getaway for me and my husband. Will be returning. The Muse family The Muse family
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a cute property

We had a wonderful time at the Lux Nest! The home was so well taken care of, and had everything my family would need, and more. Even the little things you always forget while on vacation! My kids loved all the boardgames and it was nice having an area for them and an area for adults to enjoy as well. Would definitely recommend for any family, big or small!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Michigan get away

We stayed three nights and The Lux Nest and it was the perfect get away for our family! The house is well equipped, especially the kitchen. Every where you looked there were little details that made you feel at home. The host was very communicative and it felt like she really cared about making our stay comfortable. Even sending links to some of her favorite spots for food and ice cream. We will definitely be back. This place was absolutely perfect!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Such a great getaway!

This is our second time staying at the Lux Nest and it never disappoints. We love the proximity to so many fun things like Warren Dunes State Park, dune rides in Saugatuck, and lots of great restaurants. After a day at the beach we’d come back to relax in the hot tub and end the evening watching a movie in the cozy basement. Patricia is a very gracious host and an excellent communicator. The home is furnished with everything you need to make your get away comfortable. We always enjoy our stay and hope to be back again soon!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tessa p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet family retreat!

We took our first summer trip as a family of 3 out to the lakeshore with our 9 month old, and couldn’t have asked for a better spot. Tucked into a quiet wooded neighborhood conveniently located off red arrow hwy, we felt secluded yet connected to all the amenities the area had to offer. The house was also so clean and despite the raging heat in June, we had a nice cool spot to come home to after a day at the beach. There was no need for the hot tub this time of year but will be nice for a return trip in the cooler months! The house was stocked with everything we needed, even a coffee bean grinder so we could make our favorite coffee! The easy proximity to beaches and the warren dunes was so awesome. We will definitely be back with our growing family!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location for enjoying the SW Michigan coast

We stayed for 4 days in August and enjoyed the relaxing atmosphere of the house after fun-filled days at Warren Dunes and exploring the area. The Lux Nest had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, even beach chairs! We enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub every evening after hiking and hauling all the beach gear our kids think they require. The host is extremely helpful and polite, and there is a binder with great information on both the house and the area. Definitely would recommend it and will try to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023