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Highlights
Top rated beach location
Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
Centrally-located
You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue
Explore the area
Lakeside, MI
Burnison Galleries
Place, Burnison Galleries
16 min walk
Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve
Place, Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve
17 min walk
Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve
Place, Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve
2 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
32 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods!
A Perfect Get Away on a peaceful lane! Blue Bird Cottage in Lakeside, Michigan.
RATES: April 2026 - $375/night taxes and cleaning fee included minimum 2 night stay
RATES: May 2026 - $375/night taxes and cleaning fee included minimum 2 night stay
RATES: June 2026 - $400/night taxes and cleaning fee included minimum 2 night stay
RATES: July - Aug 2026- $425/night taxes and cleaning fee included minimum 3 night stay
RATES: Sept 2026 -$400/night taxes and cleaning fee included minimum 2 night stay
RATES: Oct 2026 - $350/night taxes and cleaning fee included minimum 2 night stay
NOTE: 3 night minimum for Memorial Day holiday weekend, and July through Labor Day holiday weekend.
**Additional charges may apply, up to owner discretion. **Prices may change due to Owner discretion. **SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED ** Maximum 2 dogs. A third dog will be charged an additional $100.00 paid directly to Owner.
Located on a very peaceful, wooded lot-- Wake up and maybe see a deer in the woods behind the house and the sound of the birds singing. On a windy day, you can hear the waves from Lake Michigan!
A charming and relaxing home in Lakeside, MI, only ten minutes to the shops/dining/entertainment of New Buffalo!
A short 7 minute walk to the quiet/private Association beach of Lake Michigan. Only for owners and guests.
Plenty of trails for hiking, bird watching and biking within minutes from the property. This area is gorgeous in spring, summer, fall, and winter!
Location from Chicago is only 1 hour and 30 minutes from downtown - an ideal weekend escape to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city!
The home is irresistibly charming and comfortable. All linens and towels are provided, as well as all cooking utensils for great at-home meals and barbecues! We provide charcoal, firewood for the fire pit, coffee and filters!
Free Wi-FI, Satellite TV, VCR/DVD, washer/dryer.
The home also has a large private yard (fenced in ONLY at the front of the yard, the remaining yard is surrounded by woods and landscaping) perfect for children & pets. The neighborhood is very child safe and pet friendly. The house has games, books, puzzles, and satellite TV.
Don't leave your dog at home! We DO Allow DOGS, but no cats.(Pets are considered on an individual basis). So, if you are averse or allergic to animals, this is NOT the home for you.
ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE.
We do not rent to anyone under 25.
PLEASE NOTE -- most all of the homes in the area have access the Association beach via the 55 stairs, down to the beach area.
Keywords: Modern Country Vacation Home
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Property # 61388vb
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Lakeside
Located in Lakeside, this cottage is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and New Buffalo Public Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Acorn Theater and Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 9 min drive - 13.3 km
University of Notre Dame - 32 min drive - 60.9 km
Getting around
New Buffalo Station - 10 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Four Winds Sports Bar - 15 min drive
McDonald's - 10 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 17 min drive
Redamak's Tavern - 9 min drive
PostBoy - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods!?
As of 23 August 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods! on 14 September 2026 start from NZ$1,483, 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 Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods!?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods! located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).
About the host
Hosted by Leslie Winter
We have owned a home on this lane for 37 years and love the peaceful nature of the area. We take pride on keeping the integrity of the area as natural as possible while enjoying the amenities of a cottage. And in the summer, we spend our time between being on the beach and in our yard! In the cooler months, we take walks in the many nature walks around the area.
Why they chose this property
We love the location of this house because it backs up to a wooded area that will never be built upon. A little stream runs way back there and the animal and bird viewing can be exciting. And the proximity to the beautiful Lake Michigan beach is an extra added bonus!
What makes this property unique
Peaceful surroundings, occassionally seeing deer in the lot across the way, bird watching, being the only one walking on the beach.......It's beautiful! Close to New Buffalo, Sawyer and Three Oaks Michigan. Just sitting outside and enjoying the fresh air!