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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
TV, fireplace, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6186 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor spaceOutdoor spaceOutdoor space

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Popular LocationLocal3 min drive
  • Popular LocationNew Buffalo Public Beach4 min drive
  • Popular LocationFour Winds Casino New Buffalo8 min drive
  • AirportMichigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)13 min drive

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About the area

New Buffalo

In New Buffalo .Stay at this New Buffalo vacation home and you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of New Buffalo Railroad Museum and 2 miles (3 km) of Local. Lake Michigan and New Buffalo Public Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 11 min walk
  • Local - 3 min drive
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 4 min drive
  • Galien River County Park - 5 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 3 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 6 min drive
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 8 min drive
  • Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - 6 min drive
  • McDonald's - 3 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Dog-friendly cottage w/private hot tub, high-speed WiFi, washer/dryer, firepit

Deer Haus

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Whether you need a staycation, workcation, or a getaway, Deer Haus awaits your next adventure. The tranquil cottage is nestled in the woods and yet strikingly close to the heart of New Buffalo. Deer Haus is only half a mile from downtown New Buffalo’s restaurants and breweries, great for a bike ride. Pack up your car or continue to pedal another mile to New Buffalo’s beautiful public beach or head in the opposite direction to nearby Four Winds Casino.

Tucked in on a private wooded lot, the neighborhood’s gravel path leads you to an escape from the usual hustle and bustle. The elegantly decorated home takes its design inspiration from nature as well as a wink to an alpine hunting lodge. Deer Haus hosts bamboo floors in all the first-floor living spaces, wood blinds, granite countertops, and KitchenAid appliances. Cooks of all levels will enjoy a well-equipped kitchen and the additional convenience of a KitchenAid toaster oven with an air fryer feature. The Keurig dual pot and pod brewer will keep your crew caffeinated.

The ample open-space living room and dining area include comfortable furniture, a cozy, gas-lit fireplace, high vaulted ceilings, and a fireplace-mounted smart TV. Skylights and windows bathe the house in the warm glow of natural light. The main bed and bath as well as a guest bedroom and full bath are on the first floor. A charming third bedroom, half bath, and loft create a second-floor retreat from the rest of the home.

You’ll enjoy the serene sounds of birds chirping while lounging on the screened-in porch or choose to unwind outside in the home’s latest amenity, a six-person hot tub. Dine alfresco on the ground-level deck and end your evening with a round of smores at the rustic firepit.

THINGS TO KNOW
Two beach chairs are available for guest use
There are children’s games, toys, and books
Netflix and streaming services are available with guest accounts
Please note that this is a full time quiet neighborhood. Parties are forbidden

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

If you are bringing a dog on your trip, the pet fee is already included in your quote when selecting ‘Yes’ to pets. No more dogs are allowed.
Parking notes: There is free parking available for 3 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 21 years of age to book. Guests under 21 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

City/town permit number: CR22-0103

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near coin laundry

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping

Things to do

  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2000 sq ft (186 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation. Contactless check-in is available.

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Dog-friendly cottage w/private hot tub, high-speed WiFi, washer/dryer, firepit Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Alicia C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home, great location
This house was beautiful and perfectly placed location wise. Only negative… not enough hot water and the mattresses were not exactly the best to sleep on. Will we be back? absolutely!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

alecia g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful
Very clean, decorated cute. Perfect accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in the fall
We really enjoyed the house. Was a great place to stay and it was very clean. Only suggestion would be to add a little privacy to the hot tub on the side by the neighbors.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Vicki P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy & Comfy
Beautiful, comfy home. Beautifully decorated, comfortable & great location! Quiet, peaceful neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Girls Weekend
Such a beautiful space, this cottage in the woods! We were enchanted the moment we pulled up. Plenty of space to sit, talk and connect, both inside and out. Kitchen had all amenities we needed to cook breakfast. Just minutes from Shopping, dining, and the beach. Wish we could have extended our stay and had more time to use the hot tub and bonfire pit - we will save that for next time! Our only recommendation would be to have another full/queen bed upstairs in the loft instead of multiple twin beds. Overall a 5 star experience!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julianna D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Property critique
Such a nice space/convenient location. Minutes to everything. We enjoyed our stay. Housekeeping staff needs to step up efforts. 1. Frying pan w/ dried egg in cabinet (we cleaned) 2. Ninja blender had some residue/smelled like spoiled beef stock (YUK! - we cleaned again). 3. Measuring cups w/ some misc. goo (now clean) 4. Blue, sticky shower gel blob left in master bath (removed) 5. Cookie sheet w/ crumbly residue (washed) 6. BYO (food) storage containers + tin foil 7. Detailed explanation to enter properly should be provided BEFORE arrival - not when guests are struggling to enter it. This is a v. nice property. Cleaning crew needs to pay closer attention to kitchen gadget / utensil cleanliness. It's disappointing to clean up after other guests. Would we recommend the property? Yes. Hopefully your stay will follow ours b/c we (thoroughly) cleaned everything we used before departure.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!!
We enjoyed the wooded lot and the home was very accommodating to the needs of our family. There were many fun things to do in the surrounding area as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

John N.

Liked: Cleanliness
So peaceful!
It was just like you expect based on the photos, a nice quiet spot in a wooded lot. The neighbors on the one side are a bit close, but it's not nearly like the city, so it still felt like plenty of peace and quiet
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie N.

Liked: Cleanliness
secluded hideaway
lovely place close to all of the sights but still tucked away and peaceful
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Molly D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious and Spotless, but communication was lacking
Positives: The house was beautiful. Perfect for a weekend getaway with a few friends. The upstairs is cozy while the main common area is large enough for everyone to hang out together. The place was spotless and the kitchen had everything you'd need to bake or cook a large meal. There were lots of blankets, a pickle ball set (with a note saying where we could go to play), and the neighborhood was pretty and quiet. Negatives: The door code did not work when we got there, so I had to call Vacasa. On the plus side, they gave me the code to a lockbox and I was able to enter pretty quickly. Communication was a little difficult leading up to the stay. I got some canned responses that didn't answer my questions - and those were delayed. I was really annoyed at the extra fees that were added. The price when I checked out was much larger than expected when I was comparing houses - that was a huge bummer. Overall the house was a really great place to stay with plenty of room. There's also lots to do in New Buffalo! (If you bring a pup, be sure to protect them against ticks!)
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023