Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard
Painted Porch Cottage
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Welcome to the Painted Porch Cottage, a garden-style cottage in residential Lakeside, Michigan. Fully equipped, this rustic cottage is just two blocks from a private sandy beach. When you aren't playing in the sand, a short car ride will lead you to numerous antique stores, farmers markets, wineries, u-pick farms, outdoor recreation rentals, and delicious dining options.
Inside the Painted Porch Cottage, the cozy ambiance is abundant! The bright living room offers a lovely space to sit and watch TV. Steps away, the quaint kitchen provides a pleasant space to play chef and dine with your loved ones. When you aren't eating here, the charming dining room is perfect for family-style meals.
Additional hangout spaces include the screened-in porch and the grassy yard with a barbecue grill. Before crawling under the bedroom's quilts, throw your swimsuits in the private washer/dryer for a refresh, and tune the central air-conditioning to your liking. WiFi access and an after-beach outdoor shower round out the cottage's perks.
Things to Know Check-in time: 4:00 PM Check-out time: 10:00 AM The fireplace is not operational. All guests shall abide by The Good Neighbor policy and shall not engage in illegal activity. Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 8:00 AM No smoking is permitted anywhere on the premises. Subletting of the Painted Porch Cottage is not allowed. The cottage is a duplexed house and the owners with kids and a dog may stay in the second unit during your stay. This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 1 vehicle.
Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit. More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.
Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 28 years of age to book. Guests under 28 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
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Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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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
About the area
Lakeside
Located in Lakeside, this holiday home is near the beach. St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Ghost Isle Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. New Buffalo Railroad Museum and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Union Pier Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Younger Family Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 39 min drive
Restaurants
The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
Four Winds Sports Bar - 15 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 16 min drive
Redamak's Tavern - 8 min drive
Kankakee Grille New Buffalo - 15 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard?
As of 5 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard on 2 June 2026 start from NZ$290, 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 Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Garden-style cottage with easy beach access, screened porch & small yard located?
Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
8.6
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Very close walk to the private beach. Nice, old-school cottage with charm. Very close to Red Arrow Highway as well, so all the restaurants & local attractions are nearby. Seamless check-in process. Good value overall for the area.
Rob H.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ERIN K.
5 July 2025
Perfect for small group
So close to beach
ERIN K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kayla B.
8 July 2024
Great mini vacay
We stayed here with our 2 young boys and it is a great location. Beach is a short walk and is very private. The place is very clean and has all you need including beach chairs and umbrella. Loved being to use the shower to keep the sand to a minium inside. Would definitely come again.
Kayla B.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Aaron and Dory and Felicity and Zach F.
30 October 2023
10/10
Definitely recommend it if you are looking for a quiet peaceful couples trip.
This cottage is in such a neat neighborhood SO close to Lake Michigan. The beach is really nice & they even have a wagon loaded for you to take to the beach. Super cute place & very comfy. This is a duplex type cottage so you do hear your neighbors who has a dog that occasionally makes quick barks. Kitchen is functional but bring your own spices & condiments. Would stay here again!
Shannon M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Morgan M.
10 September 2024
Liked: Check-in, location
Great location, smelly carpets
Location was perfect, close to the beach. The house overall was ok, but the carpets in the bedroom smelled of mildew and it was difficult to breath. The beds were also very uncomfortable. The rest of the house was clean.
Morgan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
Hi, Morgan, thank you for providing us with this valuable feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay despite the issues. We will be sure to pass your suggestions along to our local manager who will work with our homeowner to make necessary upgrades. We look forward to hosting you again.
Verified
6/10 Okay
Lisa M.
5 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Problematic appliances!
AC and dryer stopped working. Furniture and mattresses are uncomfortable. Great location and very clean.
Lisa M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2024
Lisa, thank you for your review. We sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your time with us. Please know that our guest services team is working on the issues reported and will have them fixed as soon as possible. We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!
Verified
4/10 Poor
Tom A.
18 September 2025
Liked: Communication, location
The biggest problem we had was getting into the place. The code didn't work. We were locked out for about a 1/2 hour 1 day.You had to put it in like ten fifteen times before it would finally take, they said they were going to send somebody to fix it.But never did.
Tom A.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 3 October 2025
Tom, thank you for your review, we sincerely apologize for the issues you experienced during your time with us.
We will follow up with the appropriate parties regarding your experience to discuss preventative measures and ensure the continued enjoyment of our future guests.
We hope to have the opportunity to better impress you in the future!