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The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach

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Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Garden

About this property

The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach

Summary:

Escape to "The Great Escape" — a refined New Buffalo retreat where the tranquility of the Galien River meets the shore. Perfectly designed for meaningful group getaways and family milestones, this expansive 4-bedroom home offers a seamless balance of quiet relaxation and non-stop entertainment.



The Space:

★ THE HIGHLIGHTS ★

Location: Only 2 blocks to your own private beach access and 1 mile from downtown New Buffalo’s premier dining, shopping, and breweries.



Backyard Oasis: Take in calm, panoramic river views while relaxing in the private hot tub, grilling on the deck, or playing backyard spike ball and cornhole.



The Game Lounge: A fully-stocked entertainment zone complete with a pool table, ping-pong table, and plenty of space to gather.



★ LIVING & ENTERTAINING ★

The open-concept layout features sun-drenched sitting areas at every turn. Whether you’re preparing a family meal in the fully equipped kitchen, hosting a tournament in the game room, or sipping morning coffee watching the river flow, the home feels spacious yet intimate.



★ SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS (Sleeps 8) ★

Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King Bed with luxury linens

Bedroom 2 (Lower Level): Two Queen Beds (perfect for families)

Bedroom 3 (Lower Level): One Queen Bed

Bedroom 4 (Main Level): Sofa Bed (ideal for flexible sleeping arrangements or a quiet office space)

Bathrooms: 2 Full Baths, 1 Half Bath



★ GUEST AMENITIES INCLUDED ★

Private beach access pass

Hot tub

Backyard kayaks for exploring the Galien River

Fire pit, outdoor dining area, and spacious deck

High-speed Wi-Fi & parking on premises



Interaction with Guests:

Won't be on the property, but available upon request.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2166810vb
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
This property accepts cash
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 and a first aid kit

About the area

New Buffalo

Located in New Buffalo, this holiday home is on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and New Buffalo Public Beach. Local and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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New Buffalo Township, MI

What's nearby

  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Merganser Point - 19 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Louis J. Sima Great Lakes Marsh - 1 min drive - 0.2 km
  • New Buffalo Lighthouse - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • New Buffalo Marina Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 4 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Copper Rock Steakhouse - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach?

As of 28 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach on 8 Jun 2026 start from £606, 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 The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Great Escape Blocks From Your Private Beach located?

Situated on a river, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Louis J. Sima Great Lakes Marsh and Lake Michigan. New Buffalo Public Beach and New Buffalo City Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). New Buffalo Station is 23 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 13 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 13 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 13 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place in an awesome location. Trevor was a very communicative and helpful host. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth B.

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

Gorgeous stay

We had a wonderful four nights at this property. The house was lovely and clean, very well appointed, and it was close to town and the private beach. We hope to stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erica K.

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

Amazing Property

We had an amazing trip. The house is fully furnished with all types of kitchen utensils, games and beach gear. You can’t beat the private beach. River offers fishing and kayaks. One of the best properties we have stayed at!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jason s.

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

Perfect family vacation

House was amazing and in a great location. Private beach access was a short walk and the house had lots of games for the whole family to play. Owners of the house were on top of it and communicated in a timely manner. Would love to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre S.

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

Amazing location and view!

Loved the home. It was well stocked with literally EVERYTHING we needed. The river view could not have been more lovely and was a peaceful way to start each morning. You can easily walk in to New Buffalo (15 minute walk) or hop over to the private beach. It was fantastic! We plan to stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

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

Just Great in all aspects

We've rented homes all over the world over the last 30 years - this is definitely the cleanest, most well outfitted home we've stayed in. The setting and home are delightful and the owners are top notch (especially Trevor!). The photos of this place do not do it justice. We hope we have an opportunity to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary P.

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

TheBigLake

Fabulous sums it up! The house was amazing, just as described, beds very comfortable, well stocked kitchen and the best of games and beach accessories! Having umbrellas, beach chairs, tubes, paddleboard, life jackets, beach towels, a great grill, hot tub and cornhole made the week so fun. The fire pit was great and they supplied firewood! Also, an amazing welcoming sight was the vegetable garden, we had fresh tomatoes daily, such a nice touch for a rental ! My kids couldn’t thank me enough for such a wonderful vacation! I’ve rented many vacation homes and this one goes high on the list!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

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

Wonderful Retreat!

I picked this property because of the location (close to the private beach) and access to the little waterway in the backyard. After arriving it exceeded my expectations. The house has so much to offer. Quiet mornings on the deck watching the sun rise with a cup of coffee in hand, 5 minute walk to the private quiet beach, big well equipped kitchen to prepare meals, fire place in large yard for s’mores and a hut tub and kayaks and dock for fishing. Just make sure you have the proper licenses and use the provided life jackets because the police comes by to check! Will are booking again for next year! Awesome communication with property manager!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Monica O.

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

Anniversary celebration

The house and outdoor space provided our group, aged 1 through 58, room to spread out and the layout of the kitchen/dining/living room allowed us to gather for meal times. We made plenty use of the outdoor deck and loved that it was secured to keep our little dogs in and let them enjoy the outdoors as well. Cooler nights made the large hot tub a nice extra to have at the property. Beach toys, kayaks and the SUP were also bonuses! The house is tastefully decorated, but it’s clear the host means for the guests to be comfortable with the large overstuffed furniture, the comfy beds and all the extras such as the outdoor grill, ping pong and pool tables. Additionally, the private beach access that’s a short 5 minute walk made our stay extra nice for the kids. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mark R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Things You Should Know Before Staying Here

The number one best thing about staying here is the access to the private sandy beach on Lake Michigan. It was beautiful. We also enjoyed sitting on the deck enjoying the view of the river. Some things I wished I would have known before staying are: Window coverings missing on two big door units in master and downstairs bedroom/pool room. Unacceptable that you have no privacy in those rooms. One television in whole house and it is located downstairs in one of the designated sleeping areas. No television upstairs. Hot tub was un-useable for the whole time we stayed. It was not maintained properly before we got there. It stunk and was green. Very old Wolfe range that did not work properly. Set off smoke alarm and CO2 detector every time we used it.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Jane Z.

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

Great location

Our family loved the outdoor space! The blue herons, swans and turtles came by daily. Fire pit, hot tub, close to the beach and great area to walk, bike or kayak.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip M.

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

Great place

The house is in a great location - near the beach and with a great view out the back. Loved the house - clean and lots of amenities. We will book again sometime.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patrick W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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Hosted by Trevor Quinn

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