Walk to Lake Michigan Beach from Cottage in the Woods - *Seaside Fired Smores*
About this cottage rental
Located in Michiana Shores, this charming cottage for $449 per night is a great option for your next trip. So close to Chicago and yet in a world of its own! Adorable two bedroom cottage is located on a quiet wooded lane about a half-mile walking distance to the world class beach on Lake Michigan. Enjoy nearby park with playground, basketball, volleyball, and tennis courts, performing arts theatre, horseback riding stables, golf course, and more - all within a block or two of the cottage. We have hosted guests at the cottage for over 10 years and everyone loves it. Relax in simple comfort — you made a great choice to stay at the cottage. The space Adorable Beach Area Cottage for a Perfect Vacation Getaway. With so many things virtually at your doorstep, this cottage is the Perfect Getaway any time of year. A quiet cozy cottage in a unique area within a short relaxing walk to clean, sandy, and quiet Lake Michigan Beach. Sleeps 6-8 people comfortably. The open, bright, and pleasing feel inside the cottage is enriched with elements to tie it in with the surrounding woods and coastal atmosphere. When the air conditioning is not desired, the large opened windows let in the light as well as the soothing roar of the waves over the dunes on the lakeshore and the seabreezes wafting through the trees. During the Autumn and Winter seasons, a roaring fire in the fireplace completes the ambience of the wooded wonderland. WHAT'S PROVIDED The entire cottage space is included for our guests' use. Bed, bath, and kitchen linens are provided as well as kitchen dinnerware, cookware, silverware, coffee maker, toaster, and microwave oven. The only items guests really need to bring are their clothes, swimming and other sporting gear, and any food items they wish to consume during their stay. In addition to the newly remodeled bathroom inside, the outside shower provides guests the chance to rinse off al fresco upon returning from the beach. Speaking of the beach, this property comes with beach rights, so you will have access to the exclusive, beautiful beach that only neighborhood residents and guests enjoy. This beach also offers the option of having a beach fire to roast hot dogs and smores and enjoy a flickering flame under the twinkling stars at night (we will provide you with the simple directions to get a fire permit). Other things to note Rates vary depending on week, weekend, or week-night stay and holidays. You can enjoy discounts for various lengths of stay starting with 3-night stay discount, week stay discount, and month-long (28-day) stay discount, which are included automatically at booking. All rates are subject to change at any time without notice. The required local taxes (7% sales tax and 5% accommodation tax) are added at final check out. After a reservation is confirmed, you will receive a confirmation with check in details and specific driving directions.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
Dishwasher
Hot Tub / Spa
TV
Family friendly
Map of Michiana Shores, IN
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(16 Reviews)
5.0
The house was perfect for our family of four. The beach was quiet and a very pleasant walk to and from. Lots of deer and other wildlife in the neighborhood, quiet, wooded area. A couple minutes drive to New Buffalo which was a great visit (and dinner at The Stray Dog). The house had everything that we could have needed plus a lot more. It was a great place to replenish after a day at the beach. Couldn’t recommend it more, and hope to return soon!
5.0
We had a great time. Great place was very cozy. They do need a better coffee pot. Other than that it was perfect. They had everything you would need
5.0
Our stay
We had a great time. Great place was very cozy. They do need a better coffee pot. Other than that it was perfect. They had everything you would need
5.0
Went for a weekend with family, great little cottage in the woods. About 3/4 mi walk to an awesome private beach, wagon was great for pulling our stuff and also a fun little park nearby. House had everything we needed, bonus points for having books and toys for kids! Thanks again!
5.0
My family of four stayed at this property over the 4th of July holiday. This is a well kept, clean, older home with great amenities for the beach. Very quiet, wooded street- we saw deer in the neighborhood almost every day. Beach cart, wagon, boogie boards, beach chairs, toys, towels, and outdoor shower for when you get back. The neighborhood beach is about 3/4 mile away and up and down a few hills, but definitely easily walkable for my family. It was WONDERFUL to not have to fight parking at the public beaches on a busy holiday weekend. About 25 minutes to Indiana Dunes State Park; less than 10 to New Buffalo, MI. Was great to have a kitchen, dishwasher, grill, and washer/dryer to use as well. The only part not ideal was that it was hot and humid when we were there and upstairs had a window unit AC, so the bedroom and bathroom were sometimes a little warm and sticky (we turned the AC on full blast at night and kept the bedroom door open to help with this while we were sleeping). My kids loved the area downstairs. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Great place
Went for a weekend with family, great little cottage in the woods. About 3/4 mi walk to an awesome private beach, wagon was great for pulling our stuff and also a fun little park nearby. House had everything we needed, bonus points for having books and toys for kids! Thanks again!
5.0
Neighborhood beach is awesome!
My family of four stayed at this property over the 4th of July holiday. This is a well kept, clean, older home with great amenities for the beach. Very quiet, wooded street- we saw deer in the neighborhood almost every day. Beach cart, wagon, boogie boards, beach chairs, toys, towels, and outdoor shower for when you get back. The neighborhood beach is about 3/4 mile away and up and down a few hills, but definitely easily walkable for my family. It was WONDERFUL to not have to fight parking at the public beaches on a busy holiday weekend. About 25 minutes to Indiana Dunes State Park; less than 10 to New Buffalo, MI. Was great to have a kitchen, dishwasher, grill, and washer/dryer to use as well. The only part not ideal was that it was hot and humid when we were there and upstairs had a window unit AC, so the bedroom and bathroom were sometimes a little warm and sticky (we turned the AC on full blast at night and kept the bedroom door open to help with this while we were sleeping). My kids loved the area downstairs. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
Visited for a long weekend (6/4-6/7) with a friend to hit reset. Cottage had more than we could ask for in terms of amenities-they thought of everything! This was the perfect retreat for two women looking for a change of scenery and break from being cooped up with our husbands for 15 months. Quiet, surrounded by serene nature and walking distance to the lake. The beach was amazing and we decided to pack snacks and drinks and spend the whole day there on Sunday. Paradise doesn’t have to be far away, people!
Only constructive feedback for those directionally challenged with a map — consider leaving directions to the lake like “Right on x, Left on x, etc” as we did fumble our way to/from the lake.
Otherwise would definitely stay again!
Thank you!!
5.0
Post-Covid Refresh
Visited for a long weekend (6/4-6/7) with a friend to hit reset. Cottage had more than we could ask for in terms of amenities-they thought of everything! This was the perfect retreat for two women looking for a change of scenery and break from being cooped up with our husbands for 15 months. Quiet, surrounded by serene nature and walking distance to the lake. The beach was amazing and we decided to pack snacks and drinks and spend the whole day there on Sunday. Paradise doesn’t have to be far away, people!
Only constructive feedback for those directionally challenged with a map — consider leaving directions to the lake like “Right on x, Left on x, etc” as we did fumble our way to/from the lake.
Otherwise would definitely stay again!
Thank you!!
3.0
The positives: owner was very responsive, answered messages quickly. Location is nice and a short walk to the beach. The house was well stocked with everything that we needed.
Negatives: The property is advertised on VRBO as 1 and 1/2 bathrooms. However, the downstairs bathroom is unusable in my mind as it had a sink without the faucet in it. Instead, there was a bottle of hand sanitizer. How does that even meet city code? I understand if you are renovating the bathroom, then don't advertise it as a usable bathroom and put a sign on the door, "not in use". In addition, there were some water stained tiles in the low ceiling basement where the beds are located, just not a pleasant place to sleep, even for a child.
3.0
Great location, some improvements needed
The positives: owner was very responsive, answered messages quickly. Location is nice and a short walk to the beach. The house was well stocked with everything that we needed.
Negatives: The property is advertised on VRBO as 1 and 1/2 bathrooms. However, the downstairs bathroom is unusable in my mind as it had a sink without the faucet in it. Instead, there was a bottle of hand sanitizer. How does that even meet city code? I understand if you are renovating the bathroom, then don't advertise it as a usable bathroom and put a sign on the door, "not in use". In addition, there were some water stained tiles in the low ceiling basement where the beds are located, just not a pleasant place to sleep, even for a child.
5.0
Cozy cottage for excellent get away. Well stock, clean, and located near many sites.
5.0
Awesome cottage
Cozy cottage for excellent get away. Well stock, clean, and located near many sites.
5.0
Cozy, clean cottage within 15 min walking distance to nice beach on Lake Michigan. Great for couples or small small groups. Nice deck. Owners supplied everything we needed...kitchen stuff, linens, beach chairs. Wood for fireplace. Great value for a very nice area.
5.0
We had a great weekend celebrating the upcoming wedding of one of our friends. Wish the weather was better but we still jad an amazing time.
5.0
Clean, quiet, cozy space easily located and close to beach. We only had the most wonderful of times! Excellent VRBO
5.0
Quiet, relaxing cottage in wooded area.
Cozy, clean cottage within 15 min walking distance to nice beach on Lake Michigan. Great for couples or small small groups. Nice deck. Owners supplied everything we needed...kitchen stuff, linens, beach chairs. Wood for fireplace. Great value for a very nice area.
5.0
Girls Weekend
We had a great weekend celebrating the upcoming wedding of one of our friends. Wish the weather was better but we still jad an amazing time.
5.0
Cozy Cottage
Clean, quiet, cozy space easily located and close to beach. We only had the most wonderful of times! Excellent VRBO
5.0
Great little trip
5.0
Cute cottage in beautiful wooded area. Everything we needed for our stay included with the cottage. Daily walks to the sandy beach and Lake Michigan was all the fun needed for my 3 and 5 yo grandkids! Would definitely come back!
5.0
Getaway
Great little trip
5.0
Weekend Getaway!
Cute cottage in beautiful wooded area. Everything we needed for our stay included with the cottage. Daily walks to the sandy beach and Lake Michigan was all the fun needed for my 3 and 5 yo grandkids! Would definitely come back!
5.0
Beach and nature escape
The cottage was perfect for our family. Comfortable and had everything we needed. Lots of games and beach toys, a wagon, chairs and a set of bikes. We biked to the beach everyday. The quiet neighborhood is perfect for bike riding And a great little playground is just across the street. Tennis courts and unique playground equipment my kids enjoyed.
We saw baby deers and lots of different kinds of birds at the cottage. We loved our stay and hope to be back again soon.
5.0
Great time!
Lovely little getaway in the woods. No crowds. Close to beach. Thanks to hosts!
5.0
We needed a getaway from Michigan and this was the perfect place. Wonderful home and area.
Quiet. Clean. Home owners were wonderful. Everything we needed was there for us.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Michiana Shores?
The average price for a rental in Michiana Shores is $329 per night. This rental is $120 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Walk to Lake Michigan Beach from Cottage in the Woods - *Seaside Fired Smores*. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Walk to Lake Michigan Beach from Cottage in the Woods - *Seaside Fired Smores*. Enjoy the water!
Is Walk to Lake Michigan Beach from Cottage in the Woods - *Seaside Fired Smores* pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Walk to Lake Michigan Beach from Cottage in the Woods - *Seaside Fired Smores*?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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