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Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away

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A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a gas stove.
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A spacious living area with a fireplace, a television mounted on a stone wall, and a kitchen with a sink and cabinets.
A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a gray armchair.
A two-story house with a front porch, a small garden with pink flowers, and a white fence.

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.
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Lakeside, MI
  • Place, Burnison Galleries
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away

Welcome to Cozy Cottage — your relaxing lakeside retreat with private sandy beach access just a short walk away (less than one block, then 50 stairs down to the sand). Enjoy exclusive association beach privileges right in Lakeside / Harbor Country.

This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage features an open floor plan, comfortable living room furniture, a cozy fireplace perfect for warm nights, and a newly renovated main bathroom with a deep soaking tub. The primary bedroom includes a relaxing Jacuzzi tub. One of the bedrooms includes flexible sleeping options, making it ideal for families or groups. After a day on the beach, relax in the screened-in porch, play in the front yard, or unwind indoors. Washer/dryer and dishwasher are included for your convenience.

**Availability**
Rentals available throughout the year.
***Summer Weekly Rentals (Saturday to Saturday) in June – August***
**June 14 – September 6 are WEEKLY RENTALS ONLY**

Check-in: 4:00 pm ET
Checkout: 10:30 am ET
Cleaning Fee: $300

**Location Highlights**
• Private sandy beach access – less than a block walk + 50 stairs
• Screened-in back porch
• Nearby forest preserves ideal for hiking and fishing
• Less than 10 minutes from New Buffalo
• Farmers market just 2 minutes down Red Arrow Highway (Union Pier, Sat–Sun)
• Nearby restaurants: Whistle Stop, Stray Dog, Haymarket, Redamak’s, Beer Church Brewery, Ghost Isle Brewery, and Leeds Public House (large outdoor dining)
• Close to local wineries
• Four Winds Casino (New Buffalo) and Blue Chip Casino (Michigan City – approx. 20-minute drive/Uber)
• Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets in Michigan City

Whether you’re looking for beach days, fresh air, stargazing, hiking, fishing, or simply a peaceful place to recharge by the fireplace, Cozy Cottage is ready to welcome you.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Outside only.
If Beach Key Card is lost, there is a replacement fee of $250.

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number CR2021-0247
Property # 1123128vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Lakeside

Located in Lakeside, this cottage is on a lake. Burnison Galleries and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum. Consider Acorn Theater for a night out or Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room if you're travelling with kids. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
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Lakeside, MI

What's nearby

  • Burnison Galleries - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Union Pier Beach - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 9 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Copper Rock Steakhouse - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away?

As of 28 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away on 23 Nov 2026 start from £1,251, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Fall Weekends Available! Private Beach Just Steps Away located?

This family-friendly Lakeside cottage is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Union Pier Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Janette

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Love the MI beaches and restaurants to visit. We are a family that cooks! Our kitchen is fully stocked and waiting for you to enjoy.

Why they chose this property

Newly renovated living room and main bathroom which adds to the already very relaxing getaway. Enjoy spending time on the nice size front lawn, front deck and enclosed back porch.

What makes this property unique

Walking distance to beach for fun and sunsets.

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
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