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Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan

Cottage with kitchen, 2-minute walk to Lake Michigan

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Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan provides amenities like a firepit and laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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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.

Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan

This simple, affordable, cottage in the woods near Lake Michigan has a lot to offer with a newly remodeled three quarter bath.
Imagine spending the day at the association's private beach relaxing, and then return home to grill hamburgers on the private deck. After dinner, you return to the beach to enjoy the beautiful sunset before heading back to roast marshmallows in the patio fire pit.

The cottage is located only ten minutes away from Michigan City and the many area attractions it has to offer. If you enjoy shopping The Lighthouse Place outlet mall is perfect for you. Kids of all ages will enjoy the Washington Park Zoo or the Hot Rod Museum. Throughout the summer, there are many local berry patches that you can pick your own berries from as well.

Keywords: Cottage, lake, woods, home, rental, beach

Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Please contact owner for rules regarding pets.

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 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

Property is also known as

Simple Cottage Set Woods Lake Michigan New Buffalo
Simple Cottage Set Woods Lake Michigan
Simple Set Woods Lake Michigan New Buffalo
Simple Set Woods Lake Michigan
Simple Set Woods Michigan
Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan Cottage
Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan New Buffalo

About the neighborhood

New Buffalo is home to this cottage. 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. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our New Buffalo travel guide
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MI, New Buffalo

What's nearby

  • Hut at Washington Park Beach, Lake Michigan, Michigan City, Indiana
    Michiana Beach
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lyon Oaks Golf Course
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Duneland Beach
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Grand Beach Marsh
    2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    10 min drive - 12.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station
    8 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop
    16 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN)
    51 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill
    7 min drive
  • Hacienda Mexican Restaurant
    8 min drive
  • PostBoy
    7 min drive
  • Beer Church Brewing Co.
    7 min drive
  • Casey's New Buffalo
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Where is Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan located?

Situated in New Buffalo, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Michiana Beach and Lake Michigan. Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Duneland Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 74 out of 104 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 104 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 104 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 104 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 104 reviews

8.8

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

8.8

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joseph D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
convenient to beach and nearby town
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Michelle M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great home base for a fun filled weekend at the Indiana Dunes. We enjoyed the upper deck for dinners and relaxing. The best part was the golf cart that we took to the private beach, perfect for watching the sun set.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly house in a wonderful community within walking distance to the beach! Plenty to do in the area. This was my third time staying here, and this time I discovered that the botanical garden nearby is dog friendly. Win!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abby B.

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

Relaxing weekend getaway

We took our family to this property for a weekend getaway, it was exactly what we needed! It was a perfect place for our family and our pups! We loved the property!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

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

Enjoyed our stay!

Really nice neighborhood and beach. Humble home suited my families needs. Enjoyed grilling and dining on the deck
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

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

Better than expected

The listing is more spacious and even nicer that the pictures show. It had everything we could possibly need. The beach was beautiful. The beds aren't the best, but plenty of blankets, pillows, and linens. We loved the golf cart, location to everything we wanted to do, and the communication with host. A wonderful experience. I hope to book it again sometime. We cooked out on the grill and enjoyed the deck over looking the woods. It's a beautiful cottage, very clean and cozy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan B.

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

Great location near the beach

We stayed here two years ago and had a great time, so we came back. This is a nice location on a wooded lot within walking distance to the beach. The house is clean and has plenty of room for our family of four.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

patty r.

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

R and R

Beautiful area! Quiet and peaceful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rashell R.

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

Cottage in the Woods

We had a great time. The house was exactly as described. The beach was perfect. No big crowds like public beaches.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

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

Very relaxing

We had a wonderful stay. The owner provided great communication and gave good restaurant recommendations. The house was comfortable and the neighborhood was friendly and quiet. The use of the golf cart to get to the private beach was great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Wonderful stay

Had a wonderful stay at this beach cottage. The peaceful wooded setting was ideal for sitting on the deck reading and watching the deer. The beach is so close and easy to get to. Rachel is a great host and very communicative. Would for sure stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie B.

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

Peaceful

The cottage was quaint but perfectly met the needs for our family of 5. We loved that we could take the golf cart to access to a private beach area. The home was so peaceful and we enjoyed watching deer graze in the mornings and evenings. We would definitely enjoy staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica D.

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

Wonderful Cottage

This house was everything we hoped for. Very clean. Gorgeous setting where we saw deer every morning. The private beach was quiet and beautiful. Would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

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

Exceeded expectations

Super cozy cute well appointed house. The location in variety of activities around the neighborhood were way beyond our expectations. Walking to the private beach and the area were huge bonuses. This is a really cool community with interesting architecture and beautiful wooded streets to walk. I really liked the area. In the proximity to all the great parks around there.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terresa B.

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

Best kept secret in the woods

Planned this trip for my Hubby's birthday and anniversary. It was absolutely perfect. Close to the beach everything we wanted to do in the area. The house was very cute and clean. Very quiet neighborhood and everyone we met were very friendly. Property manager was very helpful and also very friendly. I would definitely recommend staying here. I will be booking next year for sure!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susanna H.

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

Wonderful weekend vacay

The kitchen was well stocked with supplies and basic items. Extra blankets and a pack n play was really helpful! The golf cart was so much fun and we absolutely loved the private beach, catching the sunset of course for our last night. Lovely area with so much to offer. We hopw to return soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne H.

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

Quiet getaway

It is a short walk to the beach and located in a quiet neighborhood. The place was clean and exactly as described. Good communication. Thanks for a getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Rebecca S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

Wonderful, quiet neighborhood in walking distance to the beach, and easy driving distance to Indiana Dunes State and National parks. Owners have plenty of items on hand if needed, such as beach items, a dog crate if you are traveling with your fur baby, and even a high chair if you are traveling with a small child. There is also a golf cart for your use! Cute shops and great places to eat in downtown New Buffalo. Lots of outdoor seating at the house, including a grill and a firepit.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby C.

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

Vacation's all I ever wanted 🎶

I had an absolutely WONDERFUL stay with my girls, brother and dog. We had everything needed and more to enjoy ourselves. As a single mom, this was the first BEACH vacation I was able to give my family. We made wonderful memories to last a lifetime. I think our favorite part was driving the golf cart down to the beach every day. We hope to make this our annual summer trip, truly couldn't have had a better time. The host, Rachel is so quick and helpful with any questions or concerns we had during our stay. The property is gorgeous, we woke up to twin baby deer every morning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

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

Birthday Getaway

This location was PERFECT to celebrate my son’s 22nd birthday. It was so relaxing and the amenities were amazing! The owners of this home did not short you from anything. If I had 1 complaint it would be the bed in the first bedroom on the right needs to be replaced or upgraded! Also the cushions on ALL lawn furniture needs to be replaced, they were all to dirty, musty and moldy to sit on from being under the trees. I would suggest a storage for the cushions and get out as needed .
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel W.

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

3 night stay with poor weather

We had some bad weather while there - which ended up with losing electricity in the entire neighborhood 11:30pm - ~1pm the next day. Had trouble locating flashlights, candles and lighter at 11:30pm (in an unknown place!) It was rainy and overcast for alot of the 1st day and most of the 2nd. Good thing is the temperature was pleasant (so didnt need AC) and we were able to go into Michiana for coffee and bowling. There were plenty of towels, water-toys (lifejackets), hot water, the kitchen was fully stocked. Golf cart was super great to use to get to the private beach (rocky shore). We ate in New Buffalo every night (Brewsters (reservation), Stray Dog, & Caseys AND would walk around before & after dinner down to the public beach (which my kids loved so much).
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Mandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location basic home

Easily the best part of our stay, was the proximity to the beach along with the golf cart. The cart had a flat that was fixed on the fourth day of our stay and we enjoyed using it. On the flip side, the furniture in the family room was in desperate need of replacement. The couch was hard to get out of due to sinking into the cushions and the love seat was even worse. The stairs were tough to climb (high risers) and railings are wobbly. The tiny bathroom has no shower curtain liner and the curtain piled on the floor and got soaked with each shower. The kitchen was lacking a lot of basics, and the deck was covered with tree debris and mismatched wet chair cushions. We couldn’t sit out there, and the front porch chairs were peeling paint and unusable. The front door lock was horribly difficult to use as well. The “beach” towels that were provided were just regular sized towels. We certainly enjoyed our time at the beach and in the area.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect location and the back deck is fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Lisa M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice area. Nice cabin and close to the beach using the provided golf cart was great. Nice casual feel.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chelsie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the most wonderful time! This was our 2nd time staying here with our family of 5. We love the private Beach and the quick trip on the golf cart. Rachel is super accomodating and a great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025