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Your Home away from Home

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A hot tub with a view of a snowy yard and a large evergreen tree.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, a bookshelf, and a lamp.
A living room with a sofa, a lamp, and a coffee table. There is a kitchen area with a refrigerator, a sink, and a dining table with chairs.
A compact kitchen with white cabinetry, a dishwasher, a sink, and a window with a view of greenery. There is a set of knives hanging on the wall and a painting above the dining table.
Two grey armchairs with floral cushions, a small table with a lamp, and a window with blinds.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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Harbert, MI
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, University of Notre Dame
    ‪36 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Basement

1 Queen Sofa Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed, 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Futon

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is home to this cottage. Lake Michigan and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Captain Mike's Fun Park and Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room. Waikiki Jacks and Weko Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, winery tours and ice skating.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 14 min drive - 18.9 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 29 min drive - 53.4 km
  • University of Notre Dame - 36 min drive - 60.5 km
  • Notre Dame Stadium - 42 min drive - 63.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Lydia's Down Home Cooking - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Featherbone - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Your Home away from Home?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Your Home away from Home?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Your Home away from Home?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Home away from Home located?

Situated in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Cherry Beach and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve. Lake Louise and Flynn Woods Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 169 out of 176 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 176 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 176 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 176 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 176 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was the perfect stay for the perfect weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2026
I'm so glad you had the perfect weekend! Please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cozy cottage, great location. hot tub was a plus
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in Harbert. Nice hot tub and kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from Management on 4 Oct, 2026
Thanks for you many returns!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable, and conveniently located. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2026
Thanks! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was very clean and comfortable. Check in and out was super easy. Location is really close to the beach and Warren Dunes, our primary activities.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug, 2026
Thanks so much for choosing the Lux Nest! Thanks for your review and come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host had everything in her home you would need for a great get-away. My husband and I wanted to spend time on the Lake and this property is a mile walk or bike ride away from beautiful Cherry Beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2026
I'm so glad you were able to enjoy the beautiful Lake Michigan during your stay at The Lux Nest. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was perfect place for 4 adults and one 6-yr old grandson (“there are toys!”). Layout was great, well stocked kitchen, another queen bed and big sofa for TV watching in finished basement. Hot tub (didn’t use), privacy and great location. Enclosed breezeway for hanging everything wet from beach. Easy biking since it’s just off trail that runs from Sawyer to Michigan City (I think - I turned around in New Buffalo). We will definitely try to stay there again when visiting our family nearby.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug, 2026
I'm so glad you were all comfortable and you took advantage of our new bike path! Please come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Very quiet area, great for relaxing.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay! The house is incredibly well-stocked and we were so glad to have the beach chairs. The window a/c units and fans did a great job of keeping us cool once we got them going. (First few minutes were toasty.) Our group had a second house where we also spent a lot of time, so we didn't use the hot tub or hammocks but would definitely have put them to use if we'd been there more! Communication was amazing and Patricia was so helpful! I'm ready to move to the area now. :)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept, 2026
Thanks so much for your compliments! I'm glad you had a great time. I really love the area and I'm so glad you do, too! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place .\, location and love the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great rustic lake house.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place!

We had a great time! House is nicely decorated and located close to a lot of great places to eat, nice beaches and cute shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean..property as described..Definitely great host who responded per any questions. A nice girl getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Break Trip

This was our second time staying at the property, great location and amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Oct, 2022
I'm so incredibly glad you came back! I hope you can make it a third time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We had a great time at the Lux Nest! The location is perfect for visiting Warren Dunes State Park and the hot tub was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Apr, 2021
Thanks so much for your review! I'm so glad you enjoyed your relaxation! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

We had a great time staying at the property. It is very close to great local parks and beaches and had everything you could ask for in a rental!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul, 2020
Thanks so much for your review! I'm glad you enjoyed The Lux Nest!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Cons: The comforters/bedding was not clean. The bunk bed smelled of urine. The window air conditioners are full of mold or mildew, visibly. No ac in the living areas. The basement layout has changed so there were 2 less beds (futons) than expected. The top bunk upstairs is so close to the ceiling that it is not usable even for a child. The hot tub was dirty and got too foamy to use. I hace a tub at home and the water in this unit desperately needs changed. Pros: The kitchen has almost anything you might need. Living room upstairs was nicely laid out for group hang outs. The outdoor area is large and had a fire pit. Hammocks were a cool touch.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept, 2026
This is disappointing to be informed of these issues through this review. I am very responsive to my guests, and I strive to make sure they have what they need. Had you contacted me about your complaints, I could have remedied them or compensated you for your discomfort. We all know that sometimes unexpected things happen, and when they do, we fix them. For example, the hot tub water could have been changed, AC units could have been cleaned or replaced, and I could have directed you to the queen-size sofa bed that replaced the full-size futon (in the written description, but the photo wasn’t updated). In cases when there isn't a quick fix or it would be too inconvenient for the guest, we can come to an agreement for a different solution. My cleaner is very hard-working and honest, and she’s worked with me for a decade. I promise the bedding was clean. I could find any evidence of urine smell on either of the mattresses in the bunk room; perhaps it had faded by the time I read this review. Regardless of the accuracy of either of our claims, I wish you would have contacted me for a solution instead of informing me through this review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great getaway!

Such a cute property with so many amenities for our group. We took a quick girls trip with my daughters and some friends, and it was a perfect place for this!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jun, 2025
I'm so glad you and your girls enjoyed your say! Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place

If you are looking for a place while visiting the beaches in Michigan, definitely stay here. Patricia makes sure that everything goes well for your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Aug, 2024
I'm so glad things went well! Thanks for choosing The Lux Nest!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Lux Nest property was very nice and location was excellent. It was just my husband and I so we had plenty of room. The home was well stocked and the back yard patio was very relaxing. Did not use the hot tub so can't comment on that. The king size bed was one of the most comfortable beds I have ever slept in, which is usually never the case at a rental. There is a small brewery literally right around the corner and a pizza place across the street. Most everywhere we wanted to go was within 15 to 20 minutes away. The only caveat I would say is the staircase to the downstairs area is a little steep and the stairs are a bit narrow. Otherwise, we enjoyed ourselves very much and would definitely consider renting this property again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jul, 2026
Thanks so much for your review! I'm glad you were able to relax and have fun during your stay. Come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Anniversary Weekend

The place was great and the area was fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fabulous stay! Felt like being at home for a week, our boys loved the toys and new books to read. We loved the hot tub and the big comfy king bed! Everything was well stocked, was one of our best VRBO stays to date! Would recommend and have already passed the listing on to other friends, we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2025
I'm thrilled you all felt comfortable! Thanks for spreading the word and come back soon!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Always a good place in Harbert

I have stayed here twice before and enjoy the kitchen , living room and extra beds. Great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Felt like Home!

Stayed here over Christmas...property had all the feels of home with great amenities! The hot tub was our fave! Great location and very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Feb, 2025
I'm so glad you enjoyed your Christmas at The Lux Nest! Thanks!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozi Cottage

This house is adorable and beautifully decorated. We has a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Jul, 2023
I'm so glad you enjoyed your stay! Come back soon!
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