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'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina!

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A modern kitchen with dark cabinetry, a central island, and a dining area with a wooden bench and table. - 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! (New Buffalo)
A lighthouse on a sandy beach with a grassy foreground and a calm sea in the background. - 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! (New Buffalo)
A dining area with a wooden table, benches, and chairs. There is a painting on the wall, a water dispenser, and a vase with plants. - 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! (New Buffalo)
A sunroom with large windows, a wooden table, two sofas, and a television. - 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! (New Buffalo)
A restaurant sign with a dog logo and a list of daily offerings like salads, burgers, and pizza. - 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! (New Buffalo)
You can look forward to a firepit, a garden, and a playground at 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina!. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and laundry facilities are available to all guests.

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Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina!

  • Over 100 Five ⭐️ Reviews! Book with Confidence!

    Centrally located in Downtown New Buffalo is an updated TWO bedroom, ONE bathroom home with incredible Gable Sunroom that has everything you need in walking distance...enjoy morning coffee at David's Deli, grocery shopping at Barney’s, spend the day at the New Buffalo Beach and evenings dining in New Buffalo's finest restaurants - Stray Dog, Beer Church, Villa Nova, Brewsters, Sonny’s, Caseys, Redamak’s as well as a late night ice cream treat at Oink’s or Nancy's. We even have a beautiful local Starbucks with a farmers market in back.

    Downtown is walking distance - 3 blocks away. Marina 2 blocks

    Lakeside House sleeps 4 comfortably;
    • Bedroom #1 features a KING pillow top bed + custom built-in closet
    • Bedroom #2 features a TWIN bunkbed + trundle bed
    • Main room has a quality QUEEN 'Restoration Hardware' leather sleeper sofa + a TWIN daybed
    • Sunroom has dining table for all and conversation area to enjoy bug free evenings


    Open Floor Plan
    • Kitchen is stocked with all the basic necessities to dine in
    • Dining area has large reclaimed wood dining table
    • Updated bathroom provides large shower with ample towels/linens
    • Outdoor Features: Hot/Cold cedar shower to rinse sand off, Gas grill, swing set, nice backyard to play yard games (cornhole onsite), fire pit area with Adirondacks for late night fire's and s’mores
    • 1258 sq ft of living space (includes Gable sunroom)

    We ❤️ our neighbors! This is a residential area - Quiet hours are enforced - 10pm on weekDAYS and 11pm on weekENDS.

    Other: Flat screen 55” TV with Roku for your streaming subscriptions, bluetooth speakers, secure WIFI, stackable washer/dryer, board games, DVD player, Roku on small DVD/TV set in second bedroom.

    LIMIT is 4 people on property! Parking only for 2 cars on driveway - no street parking. City strictly enforces parking.

    Cleaning Fee is $130

    Chicago Visitors: Amtrak station is also only 4 blocks away - short 75 minute commute from Chicago.

    NO MORE THAN 2 CARS ON PROPERTY - NO STREET PARKING JUST DRIVEWAY City ordinance is strict on parking and enforced with tickets.
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    NO THIRD PARTY RESERVATIONS - ie parents booking for their underaged kids. Reservation will be canceled and no refund given. NO DOGS - service, well behaved or older animals. We have a family member severely allergic to dogs. Reservation will be canceled and no refund given. *City Ordinance requires booking party Information - names and ages of all guest or reservation will be cancelled with no refund.*

    If you enjoy beach living - this is a perfect place to gather your family & friends and create memories!

    Check out my other listings: VRBO #1029758 & #1989162
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    - Contactless Check IN & OUT
    - Additional $50 Biohazard Cleaning Fee May Be Charged if Not Cleaned Up
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About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Downtown New Buffalo, a neighborhood in New Buffalo. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. New Buffalo Railroad Museum and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing and skiing, and don't miss out on the ice skating and sledding. Visit our New Buffalo travel guide
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New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with small pebbles and a few scattered rocks.
    New Buffalo Public Beach
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • New Buffalo City Hall
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • New Buffalo Marina Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Merganser Point
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Buffalo Township Public Library
    10 min walk - 0.8 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill
    10 min walk
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino
    11 min drive
  • Redamak's Tavern
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina!?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina!?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! located?

Located in Downtown New Buffalo, this vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of New Buffalo City Hall and Lake Michigan. New Buffalo Township Public Library and New Buffalo Marina Park are also within 10 minutes. New Buffalo Station is 9 minutes by foot.

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'Rustic Refined Retreat’ Lakeside Home - Walk to Town + Marina! Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 210 out of 220 reviews
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Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property! Perfect for our girls trip! Walking distance to everything. It was stocked with everything we needed and very clean. The sun room was our favorite spot! Highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent space. We really appreciated that it felt like a space someone actually lives in and not outfitted with the cheapest stuff possible. Great location. Would definitely come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Getaway

We love this home. This is our second year staying here and it was as great as always. We love the sunroom and location.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We had a great experience at this property - it was clean, spacious and in a great location! The owner was very helpful and communicative as well. Definitely recommend staying here if you’re visiting New Buffalo.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip

The perfect house for a girls trip. So close to everything and also plenty of room to relax and create memories. We love the sunroom. Our second time staying at this house and will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy beach house

Great house with lots of sleeping options and a beautiful screened in porch.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot

This home was perfectly located to walk to dinner, beach and ice cream. Also home stocked with many amenities, games and comfortable places to relax. We would love to stay here on future trips to New Buffalo.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location

Wonderful home in a great location. The house has everything you need, well appointed and walking distance to the beach and town. Communication was very good, What few questions we had were quickly answered. We would definitely stay here again on future visits to New Buffalo.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Autumn Weekend

The property was everything we could wish for. Great location, neat as a pin, and the fire pit out back was super relaxing. We will be back1
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A Wonderful Stay!

My best friend and I stayed here for a long weekend. We had an absolutely wonderful stay and loved this property. The house was clean, comfortable, welcoming, cozy and well stocked. We particularly loved the sun porch and the backyard. What a beautiful property. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet Getaway Near Harbor and Beach

Well stocked home great for relaxing and forgetting about the work-a-day world. Best for anyone who likes peace and quiet. Would rent again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful stay

Adorable little spot in New Buffalo, super conveniently located and very well equipped with everything we needed. Our toddler loved the playset in the backyard too. Decor throughout the house was also so cute! Would definitely stay here again for a future family getaway to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another Fabulous Stay

This is our second year staying at this lovely home and we hope to return for a third. Our kids love the backyard playground and hanging in the sunroom. The outdoor shower is a huge bonus and the kitchen is stocked with anything you would need. Fabulous stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls trip

The house was perfect! Perfect location and close to downtown new buffalo and the lake. The owner very responsive. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect!

This small get away is beautiful, comfortable and well located. While the entire home is up to date and clean, the back porch is a real winner!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Love this house!

We LOVE staying here - it’s the perfect house in the perfect spot! The sunroom and backyard are our families favorite place to unplug and relax. The house is immaculate & perfectly set up and stocked for whatever you might need. We will back again next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

We enjoyed our time! Would definitely rent your place again! Very cute house, decorated nicely! Screened in back porch was very relaxing! Very clean with a well stocked kitchen it was the little touches that made it feel like home! Great location also we were walking distance for about everything. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house near Main Street

Beautiful home in a quiet neighborhood. House has everything you need. Amazing sunroom with comfy furniture to relax. Short walk to restaurants and shopping. Wish it was a longer trip. Great communication with the owner too.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Perfect little place

This property had more than we needed and I wish had actually gotten to spend more time there than just sleeping. The home was very clean and so cute! It is so close to everything as well. I could have spent my entire time on that back room with all the windows, it was beautiful! Lots of extras provided if needed. Would definitely recommend this place or stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Such a gem!

This house is perfect! We love spending time in the sunroom & backyard! The hosts have thought of everything for a family to need. The house is super well maintained and clean. Easy to walk downtown or the beach! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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10/10!

Loved it! The place looks exactly like the pictures. It was clean and tidy when we arrived. The sunroom is wonderful!!! My favorite part of the entire place. Very close to downtown as well. No complaints! Would definitely stay again next time I’m in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect

Oh my goodness. Just perfect for a retreat and a little quiet time. Close to everything but quiet. Meticulously clean and well deconrated.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you need!

The host has really thought of everything! So many wonderful kitchen items you didn't know you needed! The house is beautifully decorated and so cozy! Communication was top notch! Close proximity to everything. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

New Buffalo at it’s finest!

Wonderful stay! Super clean and well stocked with everything a family would want. Our absolute favorite part was the large 3 season room off the back of the house. The couch was so cozy and the set up back there was so perfect! 8 min walk to Stray Dogs and 10 to the beach. Highly recommend Brewsters “Blanca’s thin crust pizza” sooo good! We came up to enjoy the beach/town and to watch Ohio State Buckeyes at Norte Dame game only 45-50 min away from stadium. Highly recommend this beach house!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This properly was cizy and beautiful. The 4 seasons room on the back of the house was the best feature, though. It was so cozy, in fact, that we barely took advantage of the beautiful interior, which was immaculate (except that some previous guest put dirty pans away-- hardly the fault of the owner. I certainly wouldn't expect them to go through the cabinets to be sure the dishes were clean. Some people!).This was a great house for a great price. Ill be back if i ever need to stay in NB again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024