[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Lighthouse Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Michigan ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100216700/100216697/c9379586.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100216700/100216697/e5b7f523.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100216700/100216697/b57990f2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100216700/100216697/5bc7389d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100220000/100216700/100216697/bb4b04e2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of New Buffalo, The Lighthouse Cottage is a charming haven that welcomes families, including four-legged friends. This cozy 2-bedroom cottage features a spacious yard for relaxation and entertainment, along with amenities like infant-friendly essentials and dedicated workspace. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 69688 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Lighthouse Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly Summary: The Lighthouse Cottage is a beautiful cozy cottage that is Minutes to downtown New Buffalo. Our cottage sleeps 6 adults comfortably and has a spacious yard for entertaining, and relaxing. We are dog and kid friendly. To include a pack n play, infant bath and a high chair. Our goal is to have our guest and their whole family, including the four legged family members to feel at home while they stay at The Lighthouse Cottage. The Space: The Lighthouse cottage is a charming short term rental. The 2 bedroom 1 bathroom cottage with plenty of parking space and a delightful fully fenced in spacious backyard the whole family, including your dogs, will love. There are three beds, a futon and a pillow top queen size air mattress available to guests. Our space is beautifully designed while still feeling comfortable and cozy. This cottage is suitable for stays year round. We are infant friendly with plug protectors, corner protectors and a pack n play if needed as well as an infant tub and high chair. There is a dedicated work space for you to work from home. Whether you visit us to explore New Buffalo, take the S-W Michigan wine trail or for a staycation that feels private and secluded, The Lighthouse Cottage is for you! Guest Access: The Lighthouse cottage has a long gravel driveway that can fit multiple vehicles as well as safe and free street parking. Contact Kayse for transportation suggestions in the area! Dates that you are looking at unavailable? Reach out to us about our other property nearby, The Beachglass Cottage. Getting Around: Our cottage is .9 miles to Whittaker st. It is walkable, but please note you will have about 2 blocks to walk down Red Arrow Highway before you get to a sidewalk. There is a walking/biking route from our cottage to the beach listed in pictures. Other Things to Note: We take pride in our reviews and ratings. If there is anything less than 5 stars during your stay please let us know first so we can correct the issues. We have partnered with local businesses to elevate your experience while staying at our cottage. To book events during your stay please message us ASAP in order to confirm availability. The Whiskey Blonde Co. - Book a Hat Bar Party through us! This is a perfect experience for girls weekends, bachelorette parties, winery weekends and more! You and your friends can create custom hats that are one of a kind and then wear them to the best wineries in SW Michigan. Maco Boutique - Permanent Jewelry Parties. Permanent jewelry is having a moment but you can make the memories last a lifetime. Once again perfect for a girls trip, bachelorette party, baby showers and more! Message us for booking details. The sooner the better to make sure they are available for your stay! Kalamazoo Umami - Micro Event? Charcuterie Table? Private Catering? We have you covered! Whether you want to show up to a spread set up for you or have them come during your stay, the possibilities are endless. Audra of Kalamazoo Umami uses all local ingredients and are farm fresh to table. Ask us for booking details! The garage is off limits for the time being. The electrical panel is in the basement which is also off limits to guest, however we can give you the code if you need to access it during your stay. Our property is on well water. Occasionally you might get a sulphur smell when you run cold water. It is normal for a well, however, if the sulphur smell becomes stronger please let us know. Interaction with Guests: We provide self check in via a key pad door lock. Our guests can come and go as they please and will have all of the privacy they need. However, Kayse will be available for any questions, comments or concerns through the Airbnb app or text during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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 ### General - Garden - Unit size: 9,688 square feet ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111880000/111879100/111879078/e0480e7d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3-bed house Comfort and adventure ,hot tub includes 2 E bikes and 2 place kayak. 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This includes Cigarettes, marijuana, hookah, etc. We are a family friendly cottage and we do not tolerate smo... ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Charge may apply ### 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 and a first aid kit 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 667d63e67f7b95001ba1525d ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.78759%2C-86.75754&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PpCNkqAGCPbRQ8I8ZJycLUiuMNk=) New Buffalo, MI #### What's nearby - Local - 2 min drive - 2.2 km - New Buffalo Public Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km - Whittaker Woods Golf Course - 4 min drive - 2.8 km - Michiana Beach - 5 min drive - 6.0 km - Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 9 min drive - 7.8 km #### Getting around - New Buffalo Station - 2 min drive - South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬10 min drive - ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬12 min drive - ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬2 min drive - ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lighthouse Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lighthouse Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lighthouse Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Lighthouse Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly located? > Situated in New Buffalo, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of New Buffalo City Hall and Lake Michigan. New Buffalo Public Library and New Buffalo Township Public Library are also within 1 mi (2 km). New Buffalo Station is 21 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Lighthouse Cottage - Family & Pet Friendly Reviews 9.6 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 9.6 Cleanliness ### 9.6 Location ### 10 Eco-friendliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 6 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kelly Nov 18, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Perfect spot for our stay, we really enjoyed our weekend here! ##### Kelly Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carlos G. May 8, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Incredible stay at lighthouse cottage From the booking process to checking in and out the entire things was seamless and super easy to navigate. Kayse the property manager was responsive and made sure our stay was perfect! I would most definitely recommend anybody stay here if they are looking for a New Buffalo get away! Thank you so much! ##### Carlos G. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Cara O. Aug 25, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable and easy Our stay was comfortable and easy. The property was exactly as described. The location is great. We were so happy to be able to bring our dog. ##### Cara O. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Suzenne M. May 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quick trip with daughter Great location to visit Indiana Dunes National Park ##### Suzenne M. Stayed 2 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Chad J. Oct 13, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Chad J. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bret C. Jul 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach Weekend We had a wonderful stay while spending time visiting friends in New Buffalo and enjoying Lake Michigan. ##### Bret C. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Cozy, Secluded, Year-Round Cabin Rental With A Hot Tub!](https://www.expedia.ca/Munising-Hotels-Cozy.h27265412.Hotel-Information) > > [St. Clair Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Huron-Hotels-The-St-Clair-Inn.h36685.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Sault Ste. 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