Blue Sky Retreat -- Walk to Warren Dunes!

Gorgeous estate near Lake Michigan, 1-minute drive to Warren Dunes State Park entrance. Unwind in secluded woodsy splendor. Main house sleeps 10. Carriage house sleeps 4.

"The Hamptons of the Midwest" — 90 minutes from Chicago and 10 min from New Buffalo Amtrak station. Life is better by the Lake.

Chef's kitchen, living room plus large loft game/tv room, 3 streaming TVs, fire pit, outdoor dining, sunroom, half-court basketball, EV charger. Walk to fresh produce stand on the corner.


BLUE SKY cedar gabled estate sits on 1/2 acre on a private road walking distance to Warren Dunes.

Main house 3000 sq ft of upscale living featuring Brazilian cherrywood floors, exposed beams, fine carpentry and cathedral ceilings.

It is so easy to feel relaxed and at home in all the natural materials, starting with the pebble entrance foyer abutting the gorgeous hardwood floors (don’t miss the expansive set of beach towel hooks and porch swing you just passed on the front porch).

Everything is set up for your total luxury & enjoyment.

BEDROOMS & BATHROOMS — 4 BR, 2.5 baths in Main house.
1. King bedroom on main floor has overstuffed chairs and a streaming TV in built-in cabinetry. Attached to large double bathroom with massage shower full body jets. (Additional half bath on the main floor off of the dining room.)
2. “Blue Room” King bedroom on 2nd floor has a bonus built in daybed and nautical theme.
3. “2 Queens” room has an island theme and shares colonial full bath with Jacuzzi tub with the Blue Room.
4. “Chess Room” Queen is in a secluded corner of the oversized loft/game room, with privacy created behind the sectional couch.

The Carriage House King bedroom also features a daybed with pull out trundle, i.e. 2 twins comfortable for children or young adults. Streaming TV. Stone-tiled full bath with shower for small additional cost.

All the rooms are large enough to accommodate a Pack n Play (2 provided).

LIVING ROOM — The open concept main living area features a wall of windows and doors that integrate seamlessly with the large deck, patio, firepit and garden spaces.
Roku TV, wood-burning fireplace, and designer furniture with swivel chairs. (We provide optional quilted sofa covers for worry free relaxation).

KITCHEN — Fully equipped chef's kitchen with granite countertops, upscale appliances, Cuisinart stainless cookware, and butcher block island breakfast nook.

DINING ROOM — The farmhouse dining table expands to seat 12 under a candelabra chandelier.

SUNROOM — Comfortable wrap-around couch, coffee and picnic tables provide an additional gathering space for indoor/outdoor living and seamlessly connected to the deck.

UPSTAIRS TV/GAME ROOM — Expansive loft TV/game area on the second floor. Dedicated chess table — the built-in sound system main controls are found next to this. Plenty of books, toys and games for all ages, Pac n Play.

TV: Roku and Amazon TVs, we do not have cable (3 streaming TVs in the Main house).

OUTDOORS — Adirondack chairs, fire pit, beach chairs, beach wagons, half-court basketball. Gas grill, outdoor dining table and picnic areas. Reusable outdoor dishes, high chairs for toddlers.
Propane — we have one tank and a back-up. We'll reimburse the cost incurred to fill or replace it.
Garage is available for your use and hosts an EV charger, ample storage available for your E bikes and chargers.

CARRIAGE HOUSE — Breathtaking cabin-styled carriage house with large windows and woodland views. Sleeps 2 adults and 2 children (or young adults). King bed, a daybed with trundle bed, a fully equipped retro-style kitchenette, eating area, and stone-tiled bathroom.
(Carriage house is included in the rental agreement for groups of 11-14 or Message host if your guests need it for the extra separate space.)

NEARBY — The quaint town of Sawyer is a destination spot for all of Harbor County, and is just 5 min from Harbert and Union Pier. Don’t miss Sawyer Home & Garden, featuring an outdoor farmer’s market-style entrance with seasonal produce. They also have gourmet dry goods and expansive gift & plant-nursery sections. (You can also stock up on fresh produce at the corner stand just walking-distance from the estate!)

Infusco Coffee Roasters is the go-to local coffeeshop, or save your pastry purchases for delectable local bakeries Black Currant Bakehouse (Union Pier) or Luisa’s Harbert Swedish Bakery — our favorites. If you’re looking for a sandwich for lunch (and you didn’t already get one at the bakery!) Whistle Stop Café is often a convenient choice. Local tip — Sawyer Market and Deli makes authentic Indian takeout on Thursday evenings only, reserve ahead.

Enjoy fine dining at Susan’s or The Historian (Sawyer), Timothy’s (Union Pier), or the one we can’t wait to try — Cafe Gulistan (Harbert), to name a few. For a truly memorable experience enjoy farm-to-table haute cuisine at Granor Farm or Tabor Hill Winery (you’ll likely need to book ahead). For the everyday there are many breweries and wineries including Greenbush Brewery in Sawyer, and of course ice creams spots like The Beach Bucket.

There are many outdoor activities to enjoy including swimming and beach time of course, hiking, biking, kayak and many lake-accessory rentals, antiquing, blueberry-picking in season, and more! Feel free to ask us if you have any questions.