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1 or 2 Fun Cottages Sleep 2-10-20 People. Pool & Hot Tub. Steps to Beach + More

1 or 2 Fun Cottages Sleep 2-10-20 People. Pool & Hot Tub. Steps to Beach + More

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Front of One of our 2 Cottages on the Property. This is Cottage A
Pool and Sun Deck is available Memorial Day Weekend through Mid September.
Hot Tub available mid September to prior to Memorial Day Weekend.
Sunsets Unlike Any Other
This Lake Michigan beach is a 300 Yard walk from the cottages

Overview of 1 or 2 Fun Cottages Sleep 2-10-20 People. Pool & Hot Tub. Steps to Beach + More

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
8 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 20325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

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Lakeside, MI
  • Popular LocationRound Barn Union Pier Tasting Room4 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room4 min drive
  • Popular LocationFour Winds Casino New Buffalo14 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)119 min drive

Rooms & beds

8 bedrooms (sleeps 20)

Bedroom A1

Bedroom A2

Bedroom A3

Bedroom A4

Bedroom B1

Bedroom B2

Bedroom B3

Bedroom B4

Sleeper Sofas

4 bathrooms

Bathroom A1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom A2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom B1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom B2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

1 or 2 Fun Cottages Sleep 2-10-20 People. Pool & Hot Tub. Steps to Beach + More

**** IMPORTANT - PLEASE READ ****

**** RATES FOR FALL, WINTER AND SPRING SEASON RENTALS ARE FOR ONE (1) COTTAGE****

**** SUMMER SEASON WEEKLY RENTALS between June 1 and August 24, 2024 ARE FOR BOTH (Except for special circumstances which will be indicated below this paragraph) ****

Group size cannot exceed 20 including children for both cottages. An additional housekeeping fee of $175 will be required in addition to the $175 already shown when reserving 2 cottages.

Rate quotes for Fall, Winter and Spring dates (not including holidays) automatically generated by this site include a base rate for up to 2 people in one cottage. If your group size exceeds 10 you will need to rent both cottages. When there are more than 2 people, there is an additional guest fee of $30 per person/night. When the group size exceeds 10 people, a custom quote can be provided that includes the additional cottage and housekeeping fee.

Please note that this site does not always indicate availability for both cottages. It is best to call or check with us to confirm availability. Check our availability calendar at LakesideBeachHouse com.

Guests who stay at the Beach House at Lakeside, Mi. have their choice of renting one or two cottages. Each cottage has 4 bedrooms and 2 baths. We allow no more than 10 people per cottage. Our rental rate structure will suit groups of 2 to 10 people in one cottage and up to 20 people in both cottages.

Posted Rates are for 1 (one) cottage except during the Summer Weekly season when availability is limited to guests who agree to rent both cottages for 7 nights. Our Summer weeks go Saturday to Saturday. Our posted Summer Season Rates are for both cottages for 7 nights.

Since the cottages can be reserved either together or separately, a date indicating availability on the vrbo calendar may NOT always mean both cottages are available. Inquire before you reserve.

Our tastefully decorated, fully furnished, cottage homes are located just off the shores of Lake Michigan. The property offers alternatives to the beach with a heated swimming pool (for summer guests - Memorial Day to around Mid September) and an outdoor hot tub (for Spring, Winter, and Fall guests - around Mid September (after pool is closed) to prior to Memorial Day weekend) with outdoor pool decks, lounge chairs, and beautifully landscaped grounds featuring two outdoor patios. Available parking will accommodate up to 8 cars.

A short 200 yard walk takes you from the front door to the beautiful ocean-like sandy beach where you can walk for miles along the shoreline. Visit our Website for complete detailed information including Photos, Floor Plans, Area Maps, Rates, and Current Availability.

LakesideBeachHouse com

Note that our availability calendar may not be up-to-the-minute accurate since we take reservations from several different sources. If you have 11-20 people you will need 2 cottages. If you have 10 or fewer people and prefer 2 cottages, you will receive a custom quote from us. Quotes generated from this site are for one cottage except for summer season rentals which automatically include both cottages beginning the 2nd full week of June. You must inquire or go to our website for current rates and availability. Pets and animals are an additional $10/animal/night.

The Beach House at Lakeside, Michigan has been a popular vacation Rental for hundreds of Families for over 30 years. Just a 90 minute drive from Chicago and you and your family or friends will have arrived to a place not just on the other side of the Great Lake but a world away from what you encounter every day. In Lakeside Michigan, you are in a small town that is part of family of beach town communities known as Harbor Country. New Buffalo, Union Pier and Grand Beach are among the neighboring towns.

While frequented for decades by Chicagoans who both vacation here and own second homes, thousands from all over the Midwest and other parts of the country make this area part of their summer every year. Yet when you are in Lakeside, you would never know that others travel many miles to come here too. Now, you too can partake in the laid back beach town experience when you stay a summer week at the Beach House at Lakeside, Michigan.

At the beach House, you have a choice of renting one or two fully furnished units. Each unit will comfortably accommodate up to 10 people and has 4 bedrooms, 2 baths, fully equipped kitchen, dining room and Sunroom.

After you have arrived and settled in, you will no doubt take the short 200 yard walk to the private beach to witness to one of the most impressive sunsets found anywhere on the planet. It is the main attraction of this vacation destination. And on a day when you need a break from the sun and the waves, you can still enjoy a refreshing swim in a heated pool or pedal a bike along the miles of trails that meander through the neighboring towns, forests, farmlands and wine country.

With outdoor patios in the front garden, and back yard, you also have ample seating around the pool for sunbathing or having lunch. At meal time, you have many options to explore. In addition to grilling on the Weber, you will discover the areas many first rate restaurants, a famous burger joint, ice cream shops and cafes.

When you seek some variety, there are the many antique shops along Red Arrow Highway, Golf courses, Fruit picking, art galleries, shopping, the Warren Dunes State park and even a first class Casino in nearby New Buffalo.

When the summer season winds down, the fun continues. With the Fall Season, the area becomes flush with color and beauty. After the pool gets closed for another year, we open our outdoor hot tub for our fall and Winter Guests. Some of you might come for a girls Only weekend or cheer on the Fighting Irish of Notre Dame in nearby South Bend.

Regardless of whether you come for a summer week, or a Spring, Fall or Winter Weekend, you will leave having just experienced some unforgettable memories along the shores of Lake Michigan when you’ve stayed at the Beach House at Lakeside.

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Property manager

Frank K
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Languages

English

Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
Children love the pool & short walk to the beach

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 50 lbs per pet (limit 3 pets total)
Pets $10/day/pet Incl. ESA'S.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not allowed on the property.
Property cancellation policy: Please check rental agreement. 100% refund if cancelled within 48 hours of reserving a date 14+ days in the future.
10 PM is Outdoor Quiet time per local ordinance.
Start 2 loads of laundry per cottage prior to departure. Guests have an option not to start laundry for an additional housekeeping fee.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

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 Warren Dunes State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lakeside, MI

What's nearby

  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
  • Townline Beach - 5 min drive
  • Local - 8 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 16 min drive
  • Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - 15 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
  • Redamak's Tavern - 8 min drive

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Annette M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful experience
We were really dedicated to hosting our families in a shared, yet private space, and we were not disappointed. From walks on the beach to dinners in town, this place has it all. The houses are comfortable and inviting with all amenities, and our host was kind and thoughtful in our communications. Renting two properties is no small amount of money, so we were apprehensive, but quickly found out there was no reason to be. We found an incredible experience and great owners, we can't wait to go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amina C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely winter getaway
Despite the frigid cold we enjoyed our stay in cabin A. It was clean, comfortable, and well equipped. Frank was great: when there was the chance we would have to cancel due to the weather, he suggested a change of plans and accommodated us.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving
We enjoyed SW Michigan and we were pleased particularly with the kitchens as we prepared our Thanksgiving feast!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lakeside cottages for large group
Great location with a beautiful beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

ELVENOR G., WESTERVILLE

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Murray fam
Loved Lake Michigan but challenging to get there from property and was misleading in presentation.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Frank K

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Frank and his wife Mary Ann live with their two children Amanda and Brett in the southwest suburbs of Chicago. Frank is an architect and runs a residential remodeling business. After selling a 2 flat that the couple owned in Chicago, they decided to reinvest in a property they could rent and also enjoy themselves. The property has undergone many changes through the different owners with numerous additions and remodels. After the first summer of ownership in 2001 the couple decided to make better use of the yard space surrounding the cottages. Where previously you could drive almost right up to the front door, it was felt that the cars should be closer to Schaffner Rd. This allowed the the remaining yard space to be laid out better for the pool, decks, spa, brick patios and landscaping improvements.

More changes are in the works and are usually done in the off season. Our goal has been to provide a clean, comfortable and properly maintained home and outdoor spaces with modern necessities like flat screen TV's, internet access, heated pool and A/C while not over improving the house to the point it looses it's by-gone era nostalgic charm. We focus on some not so obvious things like quality beds and linens, outdoor showers, preventative treatments for insects, easy maintenance of Weber grills, maintaining good relationships and membership with the Harbor Country Chamber of Commerce and our own Orchard Beach Homeowners Association. We have used the same cleaning service for the past several years due to their attentive, timely and excellent service. Almost 1/3rd of our summer rentals are repeat guests, We have one family that has stayed with us for 6 consecutive years.

Why they chose this property

The beach. It is all about the beach. The texture of the sand. The clear lake Michigan water. The sounds of the waves. and the most incredible sunsets. I have been to allot of beaches in allot of places from Florida to California and I can tell you all things considered, ours is the best. The water is clean, no salt, no rocks, no dead sea life. Just great sand, sun and water warm enough for a refreshing swim. It is amazing how much pleasure you can experience from something so simple. The laid back atmosphere and the fact that the house is such a short walk to the beach (200 yards, yes I walked it off) only made it more appealing. A business client had talked about how much she enjoyed her summer getaways to New Buffalo and how nice it was to have a place in such a peaceful setting yet within a reasonable drive. We had no idea that we would become one of her neighbors. We did not find this out until a few years later.

What makes this property unique

Exploring new restaurants and visiting the ones we like (Stray Dog, Brewsters, Capozios, Red Arrow Roadhouse, Timothy's, Oinks). Antiquing (rarely buy anything). Kids love the pool, everyone loves the beach, and when it gets too cold for the beach or pool in the fall, we have the outdoor hot tub. Gas can be up to 50 cents cheaper than Chicago at certain stations in Indiana off I-94. When we need to do any major shopping, Michigan City, Indiana and Benton Harbor, Mi. have huge shopping centers and are each within 20 minutes. Go to Michigan City if you are running late due to the time change.

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