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The Whit: Fall in Love with The Whit – Cozy & Colorful Retreat!

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Pool
Living area
Living area
Dining

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10195.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Pool
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Local
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • New Buffalo Public Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Common Space

1 Double Sofa Bed

Lower Level

1 King Bed

Lower Level

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor

1 Queen Bed

Main Floor

2 Single Beds

Primary-Main Floor

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Half Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Whit: Fall in Love with The Whit – Cozy & Colorful Retreat!

The Whit

SLEEPS: 10
BEDROOMS: 5
BATHROOMS: 2.5

*Hot Tub
*Heated Swimming Pool (available Memorial Day through Labor Day)
*Near Beach
*1 camera facing driveway

The Whit features 2.5 luxuriously equipped bathrooms with stone-top vanities, high-end fixtures, and glass-enclosed showers and tubs. The master bath includes twin vanities and a walk-in shower. There's also a top-tier washer-dryer combo for convenience.
Outside, enjoy the stunning pool with its expansive deck and a massive Jacuzzi hot tub. There's outdoor dining overlooking the pool, complemented by a cozy fire-pit perfect for evening relaxation under the stars. The property includes five off-street parking spaces.
Located just two blocks from New Buffalo's bustling downtown, you're close to fine dining, galleries, and boutique shopping. A short walk takes you to a pristine Lake Michigan beach. The area offers numerous recreational activities with its large harbor nearby—think boat rentals, kayaking, and fishing cruises. Explore surrounding parks with extensive hiking and biking trails. New Buffalo's Oselka Park features sports facilities, and nearby Union Pier offers additional dining and coffee spots. With such a central location, a myriad of engaging vacation activities are at your fingertips.


FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Air Conditioning: Yes, Central Air

Bathrooms:
Main Floor-
Bathroom 1- Shower/tub, toilet, 2 sinks
Bathroom 2- Toilet, sink
Lower Level-
Bathroom 3- Shower, toilet, sink

Beach/Swimming: A short walk to New Buffalo Beach(.7 miles)

Bedroom Configurations:
Main Level-
Bedroom 1: 2 Twins
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: King Bed
Lower Level-
Bedroom 4: King Bed
Bedroom 5: Queen Bed
Additional sleeping: Queen sleeper sofa

Boats: None provided

Boat Launch: Public boat launch is .9 miles away!

Cable: Not traditional cable but all TV's are capable of streaming!

Cell Phone Service: Excellent service in this area

Coffee Maker: Dual 12 cup/Keurig combo. Coffee and sugar provided

Distances:
* New Buffalo Beach: 3 minutes (0.7 miles)
* Oselka's Snug Harbor Marina: 3 minutes (0.8 miles)
* Galien River County Park: 7 minutes (2 miles)
* Four Winds Casino: 7 minutes (3.4 miles)
* Washington Park Zoo: 16 minutes (10.6 miles)
* Warren Dunes State Park: 17 minutes (13.5 miles)
* Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: 20 minutes (14 miles)
* Fernwood Botanical Garden: 34 minutes (25.6 miles)
* Krasl Art Center: 32 minutes (27.6 miles)
* Curious Kids' Museum: 32 minutes (27.8 miles)
* Notre Dame University: 40 minutes (39 miles)
* Chicago: 1 hour 20 minutes (70 miles)
* Grand Rapids: 1 hour 44 minutes (109 miles)
* Toledo, OH: 3 hours (189 miles)
* Detroit: 3 hours 18 minutes (215 miles)

Dock: Not on property, but marina is just down the street!

Drinking Water: City water

Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.

Fireplace: Yes, Electric fireplace in lower level

Fire-pit: Yes, wood not provided

Fishing: Nearby in local Harbor

Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.

Golf:
Woodlands Course at Whittaker 5 min (2.9 miles)
Grand Beach Golf Course 9 min (4.3 miles)

Grill: Yes, Natural gas grill

Grocery Store: Barney's 1 min(.2 miles)

Heat: Forced air furnace

Internet/WIFI: Yes, 700 mbps

Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.

Parking: Enough for 3 cars in driveway plus 2 in back. No street parking or parking on the grass.

Pets: Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed. Please Note: Pets are not permitted in the pool or hot tub.

Pool/hot tub: The pool opens around Memorial Day and closes at end of September. This is scheduling and weather dependent. We cannot guarantee the pools past the 22nd or so of September. The hot tubs will remain open all year.

Privacy: In a neighborhood, but backyard has privacy fencing for pool area and Hot Tub

Space: Multi level(Main and lower floor)

Special Features:
Hot Tub
Heated Pool

Seniors: Welcome, there are steps to lower level and to pool

Televisions:
Living Room- 55" Smart TV
Bedrooms- 43" Smart TV's in all bedrooms
Lower Level Living- 55 " Smart TV

Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!

Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided

Winter Activities:
* Warren Dunes State Park (7 miles) – Snowshoeing and cross-country skiing.
* Lake Michigan Wine Trail (10-15 miles) – Winter wine tastings at local wineries.
* Four Winds Casino (2 miles) – Indoor gaming and dining.
* Galien River County Park (5 miles) – Winter hiking and wildlife watching.
* Lions Park (0.5 miles) – Sledding hill for winter fun.
* Ice Skating (20-30 miles) – Nearby rinks in Michigan City and St. Joseph.

Wood: Not provided

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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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
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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

About the area

New Buffalo

Located in New Buffalo, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. New Buffalo Railroad Museum and Local are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Local - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Galien River County Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 8 min drive - 6.4 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does The Whit: Fall in Love with The Whit – Cozy & Colorful Retreat! have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is The Whit: Fall in Love with The Whit – Cozy & Colorful Retreat! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Whit: Fall in Love with The Whit – Cozy & Colorful Retreat!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Whit: Fall in Love with The Whit – Cozy & Colorful Retreat!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Whit: Fall in Love with The Whit – Cozy & Colorful Retreat! located?

Located in the heart of New Buffalo, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of New Buffalo Railroad Museum and Lake Michigan. New Buffalo Public Library and New Buffalo Township Public Library are also within 10 minutes. New Buffalo Station is 8 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Freshwater Vacation Rentals

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Freshwater Vacation Rentals
• Established in 2005
If you are looking for a vacation rental, you have come to the right spot! We specialize in vacation rentals throughout Michigan. From your own private island to a lodge big enough to host your family reunion or a relaxing getaway on one of the Great Lakes. If you feel like a social vacation where you have neighbors to enjoy the evening fires together, to remote places where you won't see another soul, give us a call and we'll find the right place for you.
Our philosophy
We work hard so you don't have to. Our goal is for guests have a wonderful vacation experience and assist our owners in maximizing their investment. We started this business 13 years ago, with the purchase of Republic Island, and added the Rapid River Lodge. We have a unique perspective, as we are both owners and property managers. We love the business and are enjoying it as it grows.

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