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Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown

Family-friendly vacation home in New Buffalo with an outdoor pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor pool, a heated pool
Interior
Exterior
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi
Escape to the Madrona, a charming 5-star vacation home by renowned architect Ross Chapin. With its unique design and pristine condition, you'll fall in love with this beach retreat that boasts a private first-floor master suite, pool table, game room, bicycles for exploring nearby fine restaurants and galleries.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathrooms251 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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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.

Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown

5 STAR ***** Accommodations....Perfect.
Completely rehabbed for 2019

Read what our last guests have to say.
New gated Pool and Pool house. Approximately 300 Ft. from house. .

The grounds are spacious and private.

Absolutely pristine condition!

A vacation home that .....you'll fall in love and won't want to leave.

Come experience the unique designs of the Madrona by renown architect, Ross Chapin and the quality, comfort, and charm of a true Chapin home. The architectural detail work is second to none.

Step outside your door and within walking distance to fine restaurants, galleries, boutiques, public beach, Amtrack stop and marinas.

Start your day with a cup of coffee on one of the cottage front or rear porches complete with flower boxes; spend the afternoon riding a bike or at the beach.

This perfect vacation home boasts a private first floor master suite with cathedral ceilings. Private bathroom with rain shower. Cathedral ceilings.
Guest powder room on main floor.
2nd Bedroom with a connected full Bathroom and tub.
There are two additional bedrooms upstairs with a full bathroom. Don't forget the stairwell reading nook.

The sleeping bags are ready in place in the 'kids only' loft, perfect for sleep and play.
Family room has a pool table, game table, and foosball table.
Total square footage is 2700 sq ft.

Pack up the family and head to the beach. Don't worry about what to bring. We provide bicycles and beach chairs.

Equipped with high speed internet and cable TV. Linens are provided along with full service kitchens with all necessities of home.

Electronic 5' filter for those with air quality concerns.

Over an acre of PRIVATE spacious grounds for plenty of outdoor fun that is SAFE for children, dogs and adults.

We can sleep more but only allow for 10 guest.
4 true bedrooms plus a loft. The rental rates are posted and are easy to read.

2 Bedrooms with Queen beds, 1 with a King and 1 Bedroom with 2 full beds and a trundle. We also have a full size crib and a convertible crib for the little ones..

2 Flat screen TV's with access to internet TV and free Netflix.
Please note:

Pool is open Memorial Day through end of September.



Keywords: Cottage, vacation home, beach home,

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Pool gate

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 private bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Smart TV with cable channels
  • Stereo
  • Streaming services
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Unit size: 2,700 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Authentic Style Home With Large Pool

About the neighborhood

Map
New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • Local - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Galien River County Park - 2 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 6 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 5 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown have a pool?

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

Is Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown located?

This family-friendly New Buffalo vacation home is located in Downtown New Buffalo, within 1 mi (2 km) of New Buffalo Township Public Library and Lake Michigan. Local and New Buffalo Marina Park are also within 10 minutes. New Buffalo Station is 5 minutes by foot.

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Luxury 5 Star Cottage with Pool; summer filling up fast - walk to beach/downtown Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 187 out of 195 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 195 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 195 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 195 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

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

Great stay!

Wonderful place to stay! Close to beach, close to town! Super cozy!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin F., Chicago

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

Great property!

Lots of room, close to town, and great pool. Would go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann A.

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

Lovely time in New Buffalo

Great cottage close to everything. The house was very functional, and the downstairs arcade was a big hit with my sons!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh C.

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

Excellent experience

Everything about this stay was excellent. The property is beautiful as shown in the photos. The location is walking distance to restaurants and shopping. We highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna T.

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

Fall Girls Trip

Excellent trip at a great home! We stayed as adults, but it’s very well equipped for kids. The location is amazing. Would definitely return!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sylvain F.

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

A gem in New Buffalo

Modernized house, extremely well stocked and very close to lake and shops. Perfect for a short stay or a longer trip. Owner is very responsive and accomodating. We had a wonderful relaxing time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emilyn W.

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

Repeat visit - great as always!

This was our third time staying at this property, and it was great as always! It’s the perfect spot for families with kids - close to everything, and the basement (arcade games, pool table, foosball) sets this house apart from the other Merchant St Cottages we’ve stayed at. The host is very responsive and helpful. We’ll be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

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

Perfect Location

We had a wonderful stay. The house was beautiful and updated inside. There was plenty of room with the three different levels. The location was just perfect with a short walk to the town and beach. There was also a great fire pit if you just want to relax at the home. Loved, loved, loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew H.

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

Spotless, beautiful finishes, walkable to everything

Great stay. The house seemed brand new with nice finishes. Definitely NOT used/banged up like other rentals I've stayed at. As for proximity to downtown, we had 6 adults spend the weekend golfing during the day and walking to restaurants and bars at night. It was the perfect location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claudine M.

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

Nice beach cottage close to everything

There were 4 adults and 3 teenagers in our group. We had plenty of room in this clean and spacious cottage. The pool is nice and clean and is just a short distance from the house. The beach, grocery, restaurants, ice cream all within walking distance. Very nice rental that provided all the essentials.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara K.

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

Perfect Girls Wine Trip

My girlfriends and I ventured north from Central IL for a weekend of winery touring. This house was the perfect home base for us. We were greeted with a hand written note and bottle of wine that was the perfect start to our trip. The house is wonderfully decorated with plenty of bathrooms and space for the 6 of us. Located only two short blocks to the main street we never used our cars while there. You can walk to restaurants, the store and beach easily within 5 minutes. The beds were super comfortable, and coffee on the front porch in the mornings was a great way to start the days. Already trying to think of another time to visit New Buffalo and rent this house again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

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

New Buffalo Family Trip

We have been coming to New Buffalo for a decade as part of an annual family trip that has been going on for over 20 years. This is the first time that we’ve stayed longer than a weekend and we couldn’t have been more comfortable. The house was well equipped for children, was very clean and stocked with provisions for vacation, and the location is fantastic. It’s easy to get downtown and to the beach while also having fantastic pool access. Check In/Out was very easy.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Leslie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice house with many extra items for the beach and pool!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Family vacation

The house was well stocked. Great location, close to pool, beach, shopping, and other attractions. Something for everyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tara S.

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

Great location

Loved our stay here - thoughtful items that make this a great place for a family to stay. Within walking distance to everything you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

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

Great house, great location

We love staying at homes in ‘merchant st cottages’ area. This is our favorite home in the neighborhood because of the layout and cleanliness. Communication with owner is great. Thankful to stay at such a nice place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Felipe H.

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

A chill day

It’s a great place to stay, and explore the little town, and is so close to the beach. One thing I was upset, the information they provided, it says “pool heated” included but it end up not been available, it’s not even cleaned. But overall great place to stay
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joel H.

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

Perfect location

Host Michael was great. House was clean. The location is unbeatable. We stayed at the house with another family, so 4 adults and 4 kids ages 4-8. Location to the library (it is a wonderful kid friendly library, we spent almost 2 hours there), breakfast, coffee, beach was all exactly what we wanted. And no surprise the kids loved the arcade in the basement, and the "secret" loft area. We stayed in middle of winter so it was nice have a garage spot as well.We would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kari P.

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

A perfect family weekend

Our family enjoyed our time here SO much. There was something to entertain all of the kids in the arcade area when the weather outside was not the best. When the weather improved, we were walking distance to everything. The house was perfect. It was everything I could’ve hoped for. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline P.

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

Such A Gem!

This house is beautiful! The layout and location are so ideal. A short walk to the beach, and a block or two from downtown and the grocery store. We never needed to use our car. Our family had a wonderful time and we can’t wait to be back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca R.

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

Charming house

We couldn’t ask for a more perfect house to stay in. Clean, charming, close to town - it has it all!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nikki K.

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

Another Great Stay

This is our second time renting this home. It was perfect for our crew of 5 moms and 5 teenagers. We walked to the beach and restaurants. We made s'mores and enjoyed sitting around the fire in the evening!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart R.

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

New Buffalo Family Reunion

Property was perfect for us. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana R.

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

Great beach town stay

We had a great stay in New Buffalo. Property location was convenient and walkable to beach, grocery and restaurants. Space was nicely decorated and comfortable for multigenerational group. Game room was a bonus!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim M.

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

Excellent stay

We had a wonderful stay in New Buffalo! The house was welcoming and fully loaded with anything we may have needed or forgotten. The pool is a few steps away and the downtown shops, dining, and beach are an easy walk from the property also. We especially enjoyed hanging out on the covered front porch with our morning coffee.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024