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Your Home away from Home

Cottage with a hot tub, near Lake Michigan

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Our sweet Lux Nest is ready for your visit!
You are welcome any time of the year!
Feel the love!  This is hanging in the Master bedroom w/stone from Harbert Beach
Wecome to The Lux Nest!
This is what greets you as you walk in...open, airy, and inviting!

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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  • Place, Cherry Beach
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park
  • Place, Warren Dunes State Park Beach
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Basement

1 Double Futon and 1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

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

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Your Home away from Home

Welcome to the Lux Nest, your home away from home!
Walk into the open concept living room and look through to the chef's kitchen. The kitchen boasts a induction stove-top, convection oven, disposal, and flexible seating.
Head into the master bedroom, furnished with a king-size bed, two nightstands and lamps, and a flat screen television for streaming your favorite shows. The second bedroom has a bunk beds: twin size over full size to accommodate kids and teens.
Take a look into the vintage bathroom with original fixtures and tile.
Go out the side door in the kitchen and check out the breezeway. It is set up for conversations and game playing for times when you don't want to be outside or inside... it's the perfect compromise!
Now head downstairs to the fully furnished basement! The reclaimed barn wood walls surround two areas. On one side, there is a queen size bed with side tables, and a chair and ottoman, perfect for reading a juicy novel. There is also a table and chairs in case a game is in order. The other side of the basement has a futon that folds down into a full size bed and a comfy sofa facing a flat screen television equipped with limited cable and full streaming capability.
Through the basement door is the laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and laundry sink so you don't have to head home with dirty clothes.
Now head back upstairs and into the back yard. First thing you might notice is the hot tub. There is a four burner grill to cook up your perfect dinner when you don't want to head out to the nearby restaurants. There is plenty of room for the kids to play: climb the gorgeous tree, head down into the ravine and explore the creek, sit in the double swing chair and look for wildlife. Build a fire in the fire pit and roast marshmallows, tell stories, and sing songs. Did I mention the hammocks? Perfect for napping and reading.

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Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Flexible check-in available (contact host in advance of arrival)
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
The house is not child proofed and it has stairs
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
Contact owner for exceptions.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Be respectful of noise levels at night (after 10:30).
Keep it safe and legal.
No fireworks on or near the property.

Important information

You need to know

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
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
Property Registration Number CR2021-0019

About the area

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert

Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Captain Mike's Fun Park and Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including ice skating, winery tours and birdwatching.
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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park - 5 min drive - 4.9 km
  • Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 9 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Weko Park - 11 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 16 min drive - 16.8 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
  • ‪Molly's Corner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Infusco Roasters - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

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).

About the host

Hosted by Patricia Lux

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I am a born-and-bred city girl, having grown up less than a mile south of Wrigley Field in East Lakeview, a bustling Chicago neighborhood. I went to both public and parochial schools in Chicago and my summers were spent at the Chicago Park District's day camps and swimming in Lake Michigan. I love The Lake.

Although I left Chicago for college and travel, I couldn't get Chi-town out of my system and returned there when I was 27. I am now a Chicago Public School teacher and live in Chicago (of course!) five miles west of Wrigley with my husband, two kids, and a dog.

Why they chose this property

Every summer, I would spend hours in Lake Michigan and I've never wanted to be far from it. It was a life long dream to have a "summer home" where I could invite my friends and family and the kids could roam the roads and collect toads and rocks, the adults could unplug, we could spend days at the beach or hanging in the yard, we could grill our dinners, unwind at a local bar or around the fire, and really connect with the people that matter most and make memories that will last a lifetime. I looked for this special place for years.

And then I found it! The Lux Nest is everything I envisioned! The yard has the perfect climbing tree, a creek to explore, the right amount of shade for a restful nap in the hammock, a hot tub to melt the stress away, a finished basement for extra living space, and an easy drive from Chicago.

I fell in love. I've loved every minute I've spent there and I'm so happy to be able to share it.

What makes this property unique

Our home is filled with love and laughter! You will feel how much we care as soon as you walk in. We've carefully firnished and decorated The Lux Nest with an eclectic blend of MCM and Farmhouse Modern styles. Our favorite way to end any day is by lounging in the hot tub while enjoying the Michigan night sky.

Languages:

English

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