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Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5117 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Local
    14 min walk
  • New Buffalo Public Beach
    15 min walk
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum
    16 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    44 min drive

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About the area

New Buffalo

This holiday home places you in the centre of New Buffalo, within just a 15-minute stroll of Lake Michigan and Local. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, a washing machine and free WiFi. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and home features 1.5 bathrooms, a sofa bed and a coffee/tea maker. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a TV and a hairdryer are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers a garden, barbecues and a water dispenser. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this New Buffalo holiday home include Four Winds Casino New Buffalo and Indiana Dunes National Park.
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What's nearby

  • Local - 14 min walk
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 15 min walk
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 16 min walk
  • Galien River County Park - 3 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 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 - ‬11 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.

'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything!

Over 100 Five ⭐️ Reviews! Book with Confidence!

Centrally located in Downtown New Buffalo is an updated TWO bedroom, ONE bathroom home with incredible Gable Sunroom that has everything you need in walking distance...enjoy morning coffee at David's Deli, grocery shopping at Barney’s, spend the day at the New Buffalo Beach and evenings dining in New Buffalo's finest restaurants - Stray Dog, Beer Church, Villa Nova, Brewsters, Sonny’s, Caseys, Redamak’s as well as a late night ice cream treat at Oink’s or Nancy's. We even have a beautiful local Starbucks with a farmers market in back.

Downtown is walking distance - 3 blocks away. Marina 2 blocks

⭐️ Check IN Time = Anytime⭐️
Check OUT time is 10:30AM EST (Michigan Time)

Lakeside House sleeps 4 comfortably;
• Bedroom #1 features a KING pillow top bed + custom built-in closet
• Bedroom #2 features a TWIN bunkbed + trundle bed
• Main room has a quality QUEEN 'Restoration Hardware' leather sleeper sofa + a TWIN daybed
• Sunroom has dining table for all and conversation area to enjoy bug free evenings


Open Floor Plan
• Kitchen is stocked with all the basic necessities to dine in
• Dining area has large reclaimed wood dining table
• Updated bathroom provides large shower with ample towels/linens
• Outdoor Features: Hot/Cold cedar shower to rinse sand off, Gas grill, swing set, nice backyard to play yard games (cornhole onsite), fire pit area with Adirondacks for late night fire's and s’mores
• 1258 sq ft of living space (includes Gable sunroom)

We ❤️ our neighbors! This is a residential area - Quiet hours are enforced - 10pm on weekDAYS and 11pm on weekENDS.

Other: Flat screen 55” TV with basic cable, Bluetooth speakers, secure WIFI, stackable washer/dryer, board games, Roku, DVD player, Roku on small DVD/TV set in second bedroom.

LIMIT is 5 people on property! Parking only for 2 cars on driveway - no street parking. City strictly enforces parking.

Cleaning Fee is $110

Chicago Visitors: Amtrak station is also only 4 blocks away - short 75 minute commute from Chicago.

NO MORE THAN 2 CARS ON PROPERTY - NO STREET PARKING JUST DRIVEWAY City ordinance is strict on parking and enforced with tickets.

NO THIRD PARTY RESERVATIONS - ie parents booking for their underaged kids. Reservation will be canceled and no refund given. NO DOGS - service, well behaved or older animals. We have a family member severely allergic to dogs. Reservation will be canceled and no refund given. *City Ordinance requires booking party Information - names and ages of all guest or reservation will be cancelled with no refund.*

If you enjoy beach living - this is a perfect place to gather your family & friends and create memories!

Check out my other listings: VRBO #1029758 & #1989162
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Cancellation policies and our cleaning protocols:
- Full refund up to 14 days before check-in
- Contactless Check IN & OUT
- No back to back reservations
- Disinfect hi-touch areas
- Additional $50 Biohazard Cleaning Fee May Be Charged if Not Cleaned Up
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Property manager

Sheilah O'Shea

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Must adhere to NO smoking or forfeit $250.00

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,258 square feet
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

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

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Great place for a family trip!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site 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 deadlock in all accommodation.

Property Registration Number CR24-0002

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! ?

Yep, 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! is a short 15-minute walk from New Buffalo Public Beach. Fun beach activities include jet skiing, water tubing and waterskiing. You can also find motor boats.

Does 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as a playground and a BBQ, as well as children's dinnerware and children's books, it's no surprise that 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! ?

No, 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! ?

Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Are pets allowed at 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! ?

No, pets are not allowed.

'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Everything! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 176 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 185 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 185 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sharon V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Wonderful home in a great location. The house has everything you need, well appointed and walking distance to the beach and town. Communication was very good, What few questions we had were quickly answered. We would definitely stay here again on future visits to New Buffalo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

brian p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Autumn Weekend
The property was everything we could wish for. Great location, neat as a pin, and the fire pit out back was super relaxing. We will be back1
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mauria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little place
This property had more than we needed and I wish had actually gotten to spend more time there than just sleeping. The home was very clean and so cute! It is so close to everything as well. I could have spent my entire time on that back room with all the windows, it was beautiful! Lots of extras provided if needed. Would definitely recommend this place or stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this house!
We LOVE staying here - it’s the perfect house in the perfect spot! The sunroom and backyard are our families favorite place to unplug and relax. The house is immaculate & perfectly set up and stocked for whatever you might need. We will back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything you need!
The host has really thought of everything! So many wonderful kitchen items you didn't know you needed! The house is beautifully decorated and so cozy! Communication was top notch! Close proximity to everything. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
This home was perfectly located to walk to dinner, beach and ice cream. Also home stocked with many amenities, games and comfortable places to relax. We would love to stay here on future trips to New Buffalo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dennis W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet Getaway Near Harbor and Beach
Well stocked home great for relaxing and forgetting about the work-a-day world. Best for anyone who likes peace and quiet. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rita C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
We enjoyed our time! Would definitely rent your place again! Very cute house, decorated nicely! Screened in back porch was very relaxing! Very clean with a well stocked kitchen it was the little touches that made it feel like home! Great location also we were walking distance for about everything. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shantel A., Plainfield, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Another Fabulous Stay
This is our second year staying at this lovely home and we hope to return for a third. Our kids love the backyard playground and hanging in the sunroom. The outdoor shower is a huge bonus and the kitchen is stocked with anything you would need. Fabulous stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amanda R., Tinley Park, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a fabulous stay!
Such a fabulous stay! As much as I’d love to keep this gem of a listing a secret so it’s available when we visit New Buffalo again next summer, the property and its owner are deserving of a truly glowing review! This house was absolutely perfect for our small family’s stay this year in New Buffalo. Plenty of room for us, yet still cozy and comfortable. Beautifully appointed in both decor and function, but comfy enough to lounge around. And when I say the house was spotless upon our arrival, I mean it! Everything we needed was there, we truly didn’t need a thing during our stay (minus a dishwasher but that didn’t bother us for as much as we eat out and bring our own disposable plates). Beds were comfortable, beautifully soft bedding, fully appointed kitchen with every utensil you need to cook in if you’d like, chairs and beach towels for the beach, the list goes on and on! And beautifully thoughtful touches here and there that made us feel welcome and at home. For us, the huge three-season sunroom in back and the backyard with comfy chairs around an adorably lit fire pit were amenities that took this house over the top. We don’t just hope to stay here again, we plan to stay here again! Thank you for everything at the Rustic Refined Retreat!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kori D., Brownsburg, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
We love this home. This is our second year staying here and it was as great as always. We love the sunroom and location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Wonderful Stay!
My best friend and I stayed here for a long weekend. We had an absolutely wonderful stay and loved this property. The house was clean, comfortable, welcoming, cozy and well stocked. We particularly loved the sun porch and the backyard. What a beautiful property. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house near Main Street
Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood. House has everything you need. Amazing sunroom with comfy furniture to relax. Short walk to restaurants and shopping. Wish it was a longer trip. Great communication with the owner too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Amazing location and such a cute house !
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara G.

Liked: Cleanliness
10/10!
Loved it! The place looks exactly like the pictures. It was clean and tidy when we arrived. The sunroom is wonderful!!! My favorite part of the entire place. Very close to downtown as well. No complaints! Would definitely stay again next time I’m in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire Ann J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
Oh my goodness. Just perfect for a retreat and a little quiet time. Close to everything but quiet. Meticulously clean and well deconrated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location - walking distance to main attractions
Great place, loved the sunroom!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ann M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
This small get away is beautiful, comfortable and well located. While the entire home is up to date and clean, the back porch is a real winner!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren W.

Liked: Cleanliness
New Buffalo at it’s finest!
Wonderful stay! Super clean and well stocked with everything a family would want. Our absolute favorite part was the large 3 season room off the back of the house. The couch was so cozy and the set up back there was so perfect! 8 min walk to Stray Dogs and 10 to the beach. Highly recommend Brewsters “Blanca’s thin crust pizza” sooo good! We came up to enjoy the beach/town and to watch Ohio State Buckeyes at Norte Dame game only 45-50 min away from stadium. Highly recommend this beach house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joseph

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a great experience at this property - it was clean, spacious and in a great location! The owner was very helpful and communicative as well. Definitely recommend staying here if you’re visiting New Buffalo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a gem!
This house is perfect! We love spending time in the sunroom & backyard! The hosts have thought of everything for a family to need. The house is super well maintained and clean. Easy to walk downtown or the beach! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy beach house
Great house with lots of sleeping options and a beautiful screened in porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Delightful stay
Adorable little spot in New Buffalo, super conveniently located and very well equipped with everything we needed. Our toddler loved the playset in the backyard too. Decor throughout the house was also so cute! Would definitely stay here again for a future family getaway to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip
The house was perfect! Perfect location and close to downtown new buffalo and the lake. The owner very responsive. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Family Friendly
House was great and very family friendly. There were toys, games, and movies. It was also super helpful to have the outside bin of beach toys and chairs. Walkable to downtown, plenty of restaurants and shops, the beach and the marina. The only thing I didn’t realize before booking was the house doesn’t have a dishwasher. Other than that it’s very well stocked.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023