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Charming Downtown NB Cottage w Guest home, Walk to Beach!

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 81250 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Popular LocationNew Buffalo Public Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationLocal12 min walk
  • Popular LocationFour Winds Casino New Buffalo11 min drive
  • AirportMichigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)13 min drive

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About this property

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

Charming Downtown NB Cottage w Guest home, Walk to Beach!

Welcome to Lake Escape in New Buffalo, another great home offered by Third Coast Vacations, a full-service vacation rental company run by locals who love Harbor Country.  When you book with us, you aren’t just getting another vacation rental company, you’re getting access to the area’s experts. We know where to go because we live here and we love it. 

Third Coast Vacations is more than a place to find a great home base for your getaway. Staying with us gets you:

Discounts for beach rentals and other vacation gear
Charcuterie boards and breakfast with free delivery
A concierge who can book winery trips and distillery tours for you
Tons more resources to make your time in Harbor Country amazing

Learn more at the end of the listing!

You`ll pull up to a charming home just a 5 minute walk to all the shopping, restaurants and activities that downtown New Buffalo has to offer. Step inside to a bright and airy living space featuring cozy seating and a flat screen tv on the wall. The open plan living space offers you a chance to cook and hang out together all at the same time. The fully stocked kitchen offers everything you need to prepare a meal (including an Air Fryer!) and the in-kitchen seating is perfect for breakfast or appetizers before dinner. 

Just off the living space, in the front of the home, is a spacious bedroom with two twin beds and another wall-mounted TV. Another bedroom connects off the main living space featuring a Queen bed and an en-suite bathroom.  Move through the kitchen and to the rear of the house where you’ll find a full bathroom and an exit to the back deck. The deck features a table and chairs as well as a bench swing and a fire pit with adirondack chairs. Off the deck is the guest house for Lake Escape which has a Queen bed, a full bathroom, a table and chairs, TV, sofa with a pull out sleeper, mini fridge and more.  Sorry, no pets are allowed at this house ever.

For a walkthrough video of this home as well as more videos of local beaches, vacation homes, and other local attractions, check out the Third Coast Vacations Youtube Channel. If this link doesn't work, just search Youtube for Third Coast Vacations.

Once you’ve booked a home we will provide you with discount codes for the following:

Weekends Harbor Country, offering beach gear, maui mats / lilly pads,stand up paddle boards, corn hole sets, board game boxes, coolers, baby items… and more believe it or not.
Want a charcuterie board awaiting your arrival? How about a s’mores board for the campfire? Don't want to make or go out for breakfast? Bougie Boards is a partner company that can help you with all these and more with free delivery to your vacation rental.
Discounts offers will be sent after your reservation is confirmed.

Property manager

Third Coast Vacations

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,250 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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 is also known as

125089

About the area

New Buffalo

Located in New Buffalo, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Local and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Kayaking and water skiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.

What's nearby

  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 10 min walk
  • Local - 12 min walk
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 15 min walk
  • Michiana Beach - 9 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 4 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 9 min drive
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 11 min drive
  • Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - 9 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Downtown NB Cottage w Guest home, Walk to Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Downtown NB Cottage w Guest home, Walk to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Downtown NB Cottage w Guest home, Walk to Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Downtown NB Cottage w Guest home, Walk to Beach! located?

Located in the heart of New Buffalo, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of New Buffalo Public Beach and Lake Michigan. Local and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are also within 1 mi (2 km). New Buffalo Station is only a 4-minute walk.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary D., West Lafayette, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This was a very lovely home conveniently located near downtown New Buffalo. It had everything we needed. It was perfect for the 6 of us. Would definitely go back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ashley B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip
3 of us booked the Lake Escape for a quick girls trip weekend. The house was super cute! The guest house was also adorable. We were a 5min walk from the Stray Dog. Pretty much walking distance to everything in the downtown area, and just a short drive to The Round Barn and Ghost Isle. We would definitely stay with Third Coast again!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

JUDY N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
As advertised. My kids drove in from Chicago and said they would stay again. Amtrak behind the house didn't bother us at all. You can definitely walk everywhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Steve R., Bloomfield Hills, MI

Liked: Cleanliness
October weekend
Overall we rated this cottage with 4 stars. The location was great. It was well equipped for everything we wanted or needed. The high table and chairs in the kitchen were difficult to get in and out of. The main bathroom door constantly needing to be propped open was annoying. There is no way this property could ever get a 5 star rating being this close to the railroad tracks. The train going by so close was scary for our 1.5 year old grandson.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Weekend Getaway
Nice house with plenty of sleeping space, fabulous outdoor eating and relaxing area and nice proximity to restaurants etc.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amber B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect location
It was an easy walk to the beach, restaurants, and shops. Everything was nice and clean. My kids enjoyed seeing the train go by, and the chair swing in the backyard.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristian N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Getaway to New Buffalo
I was very impressed with this property. Some notable strengths include: the ease of communication with the property managers before check-in, the seamless nature of check-in, and the welcoming nature of the home upon entry. The house was clean, well-organized, and made for a sweet first day in New Buffalo. The house is close to nearly everything - a short walk away. I was thrilled to not have to hustle for parking when going to downtown New Buffalo on a busy weekend night. I loved the amenities within the home and the attention to detail. They had taken extra steps to ensure a comfortable stay. We enjoyed making meals at home and had nearly everything we could ask for stocked in the kitchen. There were plentiful cleaning tools in the home to sweep and vacuum sand/dirt tracked in from the beach. The outdoor area was stocked with sand toys for the nearby beach, and there was a hose for getting cleaned up afterward. We loved the swing and being able to sit outside in the nice weather. My dad (grandpa) loved the guest house and being "king of the castle" for a week. Some areas of opportunity include: taking a moment to clean little nooks and crannies (inside and under the sofa, under the bed), stocking a blender, and perhaps placing a white noise machine in each room to drown out loud train noise for sensitive sleepers. I felt like I was making myself right at home in the rental and plan to bring my entire family back next year!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach time in beautiful New Buffalo
The place was very clean and the decor and setup was nice. I am not durecif the dryer heat worked or not so this may need looked at. It had all the amenities needed including lots of kitchen appliances and beach towels.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in New Buffalo
Great spot for beach bumming and exploring near by areas. The four of us (41,42 5 & 3) stayed in the main house, while grandparents enjoyed the separate space. Not a lot of room, but if your sleeping, heading to the beach, showering, and heading back out. Is a great spot. Easy walk to almost all of the New Buffalo eateries, breweries and attractions. Right on the Amtrack line. Only heard 3 trains per day (Thursday-Sunday). Which worked out since our 3year old lives trains. Latest train comes by around 10:30. Never write the kids up. Supplied beach towels and consumables were greatly appreciated. There was a French press, Keurig, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, popcorn and welcome bag.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Darren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick Trip
Very clean house. Some issues with WiFi and check-in but property management was very responsive - would definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023