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Cozy Cottage close to the Lake

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A grassy park with trees and a bench.
A living room with a television, two sofas, a coffee table, and a fan.
A kitchen with a stove, oven, sink, and wooden cabinets.
A dining room with a wooden table, chairs, and a cabinet with photos.
A two-story house with a garage, surrounded by a grassy yard and trees with autumn foliage.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • A quiet escape
    Guests like the location for the peace and quiet.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Harbert, MI
  • Place, Cherry Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Flynn Woods Preserve
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

primary

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

full

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

Cozy Cottage close to the Lake

One bedroom, one bath nicely furnished cottage with room to sleep 4 more up in the finished attic. Situated on 2 quiet acres that deer and wild turkey frequent. Near the Wine Trail (12 minute drive), Warren Dunes (5 minute drive), Wako Beach (10 minute drive), New Buffalo (10 minute drive) St. Joe's Silver Beach (20 minute drive) or take a 10 minute ride on our tandem bike to the private Lake Michigan beach.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 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 is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1940144vb
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Three Oaks

Located in Three Oaks, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Acorn Theater and Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 4 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Flynn Woods Preserve - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Chikaming Township Park and Preserve - 6 min drive - 6.0 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Featherbone - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Union Pier Social - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Cottage close to the Lake pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Cozy Cottage close to the Lake?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Cottage close to the Lake?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Cottage close to the Lake?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Cottage close to the Lake located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Cherry Beach and Flynn Woods Preserve. Lake Louise and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

thomas

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This is a great spot for visiting Warren Dunes State Park and beach, Journeyman Distillery and various wineries.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

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

Relaxing

We had such a great time. The location is great as the dunes are right there. Perfect size for us!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

4th of July weekend stay

Cute cottage in a great location to enjoy all the bounties of Southwest Michigan. Communication with host is a real plus.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David R.

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

A lovely setting

We truly enjoyed a quiet stay in the trees in this cottage. It is just as shown and described and we did see deer in the evening, as advertised. The hosts were quite helpful and the location made this a very private and enjoyable time. We highly recommend giving this one a try if you are coming into the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zachary G.

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

Great Place, Responsive Owners

The cottage was a great place for my wife and I to celebrate our 8th anniversary. The owners were very helpful and responsive to any questions we had throughout the stay, and they even provided a complimentary bottle of wine, which was a nice touch.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Awesome

Peaceful location. Loved watching wildlife.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Just needed a weekend getaway and our kids always loved their trips to New Buffalo. We found Peter and Mila's cottage and it was perfect for our planned getaway. Spent 3 days exploring New Buffalo, Three Oaks and Union Pier. Loved it all!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthony S.

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

Love The Cottage!

Simple. Modest. A real eye for detail! Everything was there.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Susan C.

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

Easy stay

This as an easy stay- clean, small w privacy sue to large lot. It is not renovated or updated but easy..
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Tracy J.

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

Nice

This cabin had everything that I needed.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle D.

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

Travel sports tournament

My son had a tournament nearby, and this house was so much better than staying at a hotel. Quiet and secluded, it was just what we needed. Our host was an excellent communicator. Having laundry on site was a huge bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joshua K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy space. We enjoyed our stay. Everything we needed, nothing we didn’t. Appreciated the bottle of wine, towels, cleanliness, and comfort of the property. It is a quiet location as described in the listing. Enjoy the peace, deer and pleasant hum of the trains that roll through in the distance. It’s a perfect homebase for exploring Harbert and the area around. A really short drive (or bike) to Cherry Beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

4/10 Poor

Demetra V.

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

average at best

make sure to communicate in advance about check in
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Aug 2025
Our apologies to you. Once you submitted a change of payment request, your reservation was questionable. We did, however, offer you an extra night for the 75 minute delay in entry.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Robin T.

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

Charming cottage with modern amenities

This was our second stay here and we enjoyed it every bit as much as the first time. It is very close to friends and family and makes a perfect base for breakfast and sleeping. We rode the tandem bike down some quiet country roads and had a good time. We'll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky F.

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

Bestie retreat

We enjoyed having this cozy cottage to come home to after a day at the beach, antiquing and wine tasting. It’s the perfect size for 2-4 people and has all the comforts of home. We enjoyed watching the yearlings dancing/playing in the yard. VERY close to Warren Dunes, Wine Trail and antique shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen L.

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

Much Needed Get-Away

Quiet and peaceful! 2 deer came to visit on our first night. Beach, 3 mins away, was a nice ending to the day. On Day 2, we took the hour drive to Saugatuck and enjoyed lunch. The cottage provided everything we needed for a refresh!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Mindy G.

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

cozy

Cute little cottage. Mosquitoes were bad but it's very green and peaceful. A little much with the plug in air fresheners- triggered my asthma. Kitchen well equipped.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Taylor S.

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

Cozy place

Property was as described in listing. Easy location to get to and from all the area spots we wanted to visit. Only draw back was we were startled awake by a freight train at 3am one night of our stay. I don’t think that’s a common occurrence though. Also, we encountered some spiderwebs upon entering the cottage. All in all I would recommend this cottage as a great base camp to visit the area. A big bonus was the Swedish bakery just down the road!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dave S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Not What We expected

The pictures of the house make it look roomy, but it was more claustrophobic... like a cabin in a small sailboat. If you don't mind close quarters and only a window air conditioner you'll be all set.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul 2022
Dave, Thanks for the 4-star rating. I assume our accommodating your early arrival and breaking a wine glass was factored into this score. However, we're puzzled how you can compare our cozy 675 square foot cottage, including finished attic, with a 'cabin in a small sailboat'.. One can only conclude that you spent all your time in the bathroom. Also, an accurate count of the AC units is 2. That's more than enough cool air according to manufacturer specifications and all our previous guests. And thats excluding the two ceiling fans! Thanks for sharing.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Beth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
There is an odd odor that plug in and fragrances were trying to hide. The fragrances were two string and we had to unplug these. We then opened windows to air the property. The odor may be mold or mildew or an animal has died in the walls.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Hi, The odor you described was traced by our caretaker to a failed sump pump and the stagnate water in the crawl space. Please re-book a stay complimentary stay at your convenience. Peter & Mila
Verified

4/10 Poor

Julie E.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Not Ideal

We were hoping for the best after the reviews. Didn't get any directions in how to get into the home until 10pm on check in day. Cute house. Fire alarm batteries were dead on several units and we had to remove and put outside due to the chirping. Main bed was so uncomfortable we only stayed 1 night instead of 3. Loft space was cramped and warm, not ideal to try to sleep up there.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jul 2021
Thank you for alerting us about the smoke alarms. They have all since been changed. The bed is a firm pillow top and is subject to personal preference that you earlier claimed forced you to leave a day early, now it's two days. The attic has a soft bed and an ac unit that cools the area in minutes.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric P.

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

Perfect place, perfect location, perfect host!

We thoroughly enjoyed this gem of a cottage, centrally located and completely comfortable. Not sure about others who complained about the air conditioning in the reviews. We arrived on one of the hottest days in recent history and the air conditioning had the entire place chilly in under 2 hours. More than sufficient. Firm bed downstairs, soft bed upstairs. If that isn't enough variety, there's also two air beds upstairs if needed. Living room couches comfortable enough that we fell asleep on them as well. Everything was as described in the listing and more. Totally comfortable, we were able to start relaxing immediately. The best compliment I can offer is this - we will return when our schedules and availability of this property permit. I'd be totally content to stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for New Buffalo area. Cottage was very clean and comfortable. We will do it again in the future
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and great location! The cottage was clean and the process was all very easy. Second time we stayed there and we will definitely look to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Trevor B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Still great

Second time visiting. Great place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

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