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Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan

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Ample parking on the side of the house.
Front of the house
The deck at the back of the house.
Patio seating area with the fire pit.
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Place, Michiana Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Grand Beach Marsh
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Duneland Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

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

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
Please contact owner for rules regarding pets.
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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
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 and a deadlock

About the area

New Buffalo

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 waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.
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New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • Michiana Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lyon Oaks Golf Course - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Grand Beach Marsh - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Duneland Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 10 min drive - 14.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Copper Rock Steakhouse - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beer Church Brewing Co. - ‬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 does it cost to stay at Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan?

As of 1 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan on 3 May 2026 start from NZ$381, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Simple Cottage Set in the Woods by Lake Michigan?

On-site 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. Duneland Beach and Grand Beach Marsh are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 75 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin M.

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

Great Stay!

Great location, golf cart was fantastic, host was very responsive -- looking forward to returning!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is located in a beautiful and convenient location. Having the golf cart was an added bonus!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second summer vacation here. More to come
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! The house was very clean and had everything we needed. The golf cart and the private beach access are an amazing bonus! We were very close to the National Park and several state parks. Great shops and restaurants in the area too! I totally fell in love with Lake Michigan and look forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terresa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is the 2nd time staying. We luv it! Rachel is so friendly and informative. Definitely coming back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheila D.

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

Loved this place!

Such a wonderful place to stay! Great location to the quiet, clean and very nice beach and in a beautiful wooded setting. The house had everything we could have wanted or needed for the week. The owner was so kind and was quick to respond from the time we booked to when we checked out. Our family had the best week here and would love to come back again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This property and the owner was very accommodating and the home and area was beautiful and we loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jackie T.

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

Great place to stay!

Home was very clean and comfortable. Short walk or golf cart ride to the beach. We will certainly be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

8/10 Good

Nancy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is nice, close to the beach and quiet neighborhood. We really enjoyed the golf cart, and appreciated local recommendations from the host. Pictures are accurate, check in process easy. The only critique is that some things are outdated. A few updates could go a long way.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Beautiful property and the owner is very friendly and responsive. Peaceful and serene. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

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
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Frank E.

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

Cute Beachtown Retreat

Had a great stay. The location is awesome. Cottage is well equipped and cozy but a little outdated. The host was very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Raine T.

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

Outstanding

Checked all our boxes and the golf cart was a fantastic touch. We will return, this place is great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

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
Verified

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

About the host

Hosted by Rachel Rieder

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I am a retired school teacher who loves spending time with my family and playing the harp. I have two sons and two grandchildren.

Why they chose this property

This is a family cottage that my husband built when my boys were little. When they were growing up we spent a lot of our summers here, and now that they are both grown they enjoy bringing their families on vacation here. Our family is renting this property now because we have decided to share our favorite vacation spot with others. We chose this location because of its proximity to the city of Chicago and the many area attractions.

What makes this property unique

The thing we like most about this property is that there is always something to do for all ages. On beautiful sunny days, we enjoy the beach, while on rainy or gloomy days we enjoy the shopping, museums, and local theaters. Our cottage is located only a short drive from the train station that goes to Chicago, so a day trip is easy to do.

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