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In the heart of Lakeside, this peaceful home invites you to unwind. Enjoy a soothing retreat with a screened-in porch and plenty of outdoor space to play cornhole or gather around the fire pit.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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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.

Updated, bright, and peaceful cottage in Lakeside

Nestled in the tranquil embrace of Lakeside, this modern cottage presents a perfect blend of seclusion and comfort. A mere six-minute walk to Pier Beach and within easy reach of Cherry Beach, the location promises both convenience and retreat. It's also a perfect getaway for the fall and winter months. It has an updated kitchen, private bedroom, bathroom, pull-out couch, and screened-in back porch. It is ideal for couples, small families, and solo travelers looking to relax and reboot.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 24

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

About the neighborhood

Lakeside is home to this vacation home. Burnison Galleries and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Ghost Isle Brewery. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby. Visit our Lakeside travel guide
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Map
Lakeside, MI

What's nearby

  • Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve
    1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Robinson Woods Preserve
    19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Cherry Beach
    2 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Burnison Galleries
    3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Flynn Woods Preserve
    3 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station
    11 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN)
    39 min drive

Restaurants

  • Journeyman Distillery
    13 min drive
  • Biggby Coffee
    7 min drive
  • Greenbush Brewing Company
    7 min drive
  • Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen
    7 min drive
  • Oaks Eatery
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Updated, bright, and peaceful cottage in Lakeside 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 Updated, bright, and peaceful cottage in Lakeside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Updated, bright, and peaceful cottage in Lakeside?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Updated, bright, and peaceful cottage in Lakeside located?

Situated in Lakeside, this vacation home is within a 5-minute walk of Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve and Lake Michigan. Robinson Woods Preserve and Flynn Woods Preserve are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Updated, bright, and peaceful cottage in Lakeside Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amy A.

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

Perfect Cozy Cottage

Great place for a couple to stay. Cottage is off the beaten path, but close to everything. Cottage has everything we needed and was clean. Will definitely keep this place in mind when we come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gillian G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful quiet getaway at this property and would definitely come back! The location is great, and we loved riding bikes on lakeshore rd to the beach or dinner. It is a serene area and we enjoyed watching deer from the screened porch. The cottage was clean, modern and well equipped with everything we needed.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

charles f.

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

Cozy cabin near the lake

This cabin is bright and cozy. Plenty of windows to take in the surrounding foliage. Host was very hospitable.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Linn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Responsive

Well -organized cottage with very responsive property manager. Good location for our needs
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monique J.

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

Perfect quick getaway

We booked just a week before and were pleased with everything. The property was exactly as described and the hostess reached out ahead of time to see if we had any questions. They offer a really handy property and location guide so we knew where restaurants and stores were. The hostess checked in to make sure everything was good.The next time we can get away for a quick trip we’ll be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia G.

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

A Lakeside Getaway & Retreat

My husband and I had a wonderful stay at the Lakeside cottage. We were in the tri-state area for a family memorial service and the property provided peace, quite, comfort and a welcome retreat! Although it was a fairly rainy autumn weekend, we enjoyed Lakeside, Union Pier & New Buffalo. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

AR M.

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

Short & Sweet

We did a long weekend stay for a wedding and this property and location were perfect for that. Since our turn around was quick and we visited relatives while in town we didn't explore the area except for the wonderful breakfast goodies at Black Currant Bakehouse (highly recommend if you have a sweet tooth). Our host was very responsive to the missing ironing board which was appreciated and overall we had a relaxing stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R.

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

Last Minute Getaway

We decided on Thursday to take a quick getaway because the weather forecast was ideal for October. We luckily secured this cabin! Perfect for us in every way. Clean, bright and comfortable. Loved the screened in porch and watching deer in the yard. Well equipped kitchen and spacious open floor plan. We cannot wait to return! I almost hate to post how great it was because it may not be available the next time we need to get away!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie A.

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

Weekend Getaway

My husband and I recently rented this property in October for our anniversary weekend. The property was the perfect size for the two of us and came with everything we needed. If it was a bit warmer, the enclosed porch and outside fire pit looked very nice too on a nice piece of property. Check in was very easy and the owner texted to make sure we got in okay. It’s in a great spot near the restaurants in Sawyer and Three Oaks. We enjoyed cocktails at The Historian, dinner at Susan’s Sawyer and breakfast at Oaks Eatery. We try to visit southwest Michigan every year so hope to be back next year!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brandon M.

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

Perfect 1st visit to Lake Michigan

My wife and I celebrated our 21st wedding anniversary by visiting the Lakeside area to check out Lake Michigan the dunes. We couldn't have been more pleased with our whole experience, beginning with this perfect little cabin. Everything was clean and is like new. The area is beautiful and quiet. The backyard and back porch are peaceful. There is everything you need within a 10 minute drive, be that nice restaurants, beaches, wareen dunes national park, groceries, or breakfast nooks, they are all nearby! I'd give more stars if I could. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

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

Nice Cabin in Great Location

My husband and I enjoyed our stay at this Lakeside cabin. Great central location with only a short drive to many wineries, breweries, restaurants, and casino. Nice screened in back room that we used every night. Only 1 1/2 miles to Cherry Beach. A nice stretch of beach that is well worth the $15 car park fee. There are quite a few stairs down to the beach, fyi. The host was easy to communicate with and was very accommodating in dealing with an issue we had with one of the overhead fans. The bedroom window AC unit kept it cool at night and the bed was comfy. Nice shower. Saw several deer on my walks in this peaceful area. Would definitely return.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robert O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location to enjoy the Michigan coast, safe quiet neighborhood close to all the area has to offer.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hellen G.

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

Exactly what we needed

Pati was communicative, kind, and extremely accommodating to us during our weekend visit. Thank you so much for hosting us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally P.

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

Nice Place, Great Location

Second time staying at this property and again very happy with accommodations, location, and host. Had some nice meals at Journeyman’s Distillery, Round Barn Public House, and Casey’s Bar. Visited a few wineries and the casino. Despite the extreme heat the property was comfortable. It has a well stocked kitchen, comfy bed, and nice shower which made for an enjoyable getaway!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily H.

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

Great getaway

We usually stay in union pier when visiting family every year and stay at different properties. This is one we plan to come back to. It was the perfect size for our small family and the amenities were great. We really enjoyed our time and the host Pati was communicative and helpful. Thanks for sharing your home with us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom T.

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

Fresh beach cottage

This is a new one-bedroom cottage in a great location. The entire interior is all-new with nice decor, loads of fresh air and all the basic you need. It's perfect for a couple or small family, we plan to rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

andrew n.

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

relaxing

Great location and proximity to the beach! The cottage is clean and well appointed - great get away for a couple or small family! Great communication as well. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Whittney R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was an amazing getaway for me and my husband. We stayed a week! Patti is so nice and easy to communicate with. The house was stocked with everything you would need. The neighborhood is so peaceful and private but close enough to everything you would need. My only suggestion would be the house could use another window AC the house is hard to cool the living room and kitchen during the hot evening hours but we would still come back and stay again! Book your vacation here! You won’t regret it!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Priya V.

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

A fantastic getaway!

This property was perfect for our family of three. The location is great as it is very convenient to drive to Union Pier, Sawyer and New Buffalo. The property itself is very comfortable and a great place to unwind and relax. It's a perfect place for a small family with a fully equipped kitchen and other amenities. The host - Pati Flannery - was very helpful and made sure our stay at the property was comfortable and enjoyable. The neighborhood is nice, roads are scenic and the area is safe. Our child loved the big backyard and the beautiful birds and deer that just came to visit! All in all this property helped us get recharged and return to the daily routine of life.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025