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Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court

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Stunning two-story house with a wrap-around porch and stone chimney, featuring a large window on the first floor and a smaller one upstairs.
Stroll up the beautifully landscaped staircase surrounded by lush greenery and trees.
Relax by the campfire surrounded by trees and rocks, with seating for two and a table nearby.
Kitchen features a central island with sink and stools, stainless steel range hood, and microwave.
Enjoy cooking in this well-equipped kitchen with a central island, stainless steel appliances, and a hanging pot rack.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 13316 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Michiana Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Local
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

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About the area

New Buffalo

On lake.You'll find Lake Michigan and Michiana Beach within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Duneland Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Michiana Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Whittaker Woods Golf Course - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Local - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 7 min drive - 7.3 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive - 12.3 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 16 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬9 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.

Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court

You have found the perfect Michigan getaway nestled in the charming woods that line the coast of Lake Michigan. Our 3-story lodge is fully upgraded with upscale finishings and lavish amenities – all to be enjoyed in the privacy of our large secluded forest property. Our lodge can accommodate 13 guests in the 4 over-sized bedrooms. Additional beds are available upon request.

The open concept on the main level features a large kitchen that opens up to the family room, making it perfect for large gatherings. The main level has 3 doors to access the full length balcony overlooking the front yard. Adjacent to the kitchen you'll find a large screened porch with a teak dining table, wet bar, Weber grill and our favorite, the oversized porch swing. The lower level has a large sectional, 60" smart TV, fireplace, mini bar, wine fridge, sauna, bedroom area, full bathroom, laundry, and two sliding doors that open up to the front ground level. The upper level has two bedrooms and a full bathroom with permanent bedding for eight, plus two rollout cots in the closet.

The backyard features a brand new 7-person hot tub (delivered October 2021) with a wrap-around deck, outdoor shower, designated bon fire area and plenty of open forest to explore. The front of our lodge opens up to a 50' long ground-level patio (with two balcony doors to the lower level) overlooking the forest floor landscape and a full size bocci ball court. We invite you to take a seat on the front porch swing and take in the surrounding nature in complete solitude.

The property has a long gravel driveway leading up to a 3-car garage. The driveway can accommodate 6-8 cars. In the garage you'll find all sorts of fun, including the golf cart, bocci balls, volleyball set, tennis rackets, beach chairs, golf clubs, coolers, etc.

If you're looking at this listing you already know the charm and adventure that you can find in New Buffalo, Michigan - just 75 miles from Chicago. It's time for you to log that family time around a camp fire, soak in the hot tub, hop on the golf cart and head to the beach or treat yourself at one of area's many wineries and restaurants. From our lodge you're just 5 minutes by bike or golf cart to the private beach or a 9 minute drive to New Buffalo's public beach.

Bedroom Layout:

Bedroom 1 (master with in-suite bath - main level): 1 king bed
Bedroom 2 (lower level): 1 queen bed (1 twin cot under the bed)
Bedroom 3 (upper level): 1 queen bed & 2 twin bunk beds (2 twin cots in the closet)
Bedroom 4 (upper level): 1 queen bed & 2 twin trundle beds

WIFI:

High-speed Wifi throughout the entire house (~500 MBS downspeed & ~30 MBS upspeed). Orbi Mesh Network w. Satellite.

ENTERTAINMENT:

3 Smart TVs with Netflix & Hulu (60" in lower level living room, 48" in master bedroom & 43" in upstairs bedroom).

Please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions!

Property manager

Mark Swiderski

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake
  • On a river
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Golf
  • Tennis

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,400 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: Approval needed: dogs 21lbs+ & non-hypoallergenic

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Private Forest Road to Upscale Lodge w/ Hot Tub, Sauna, Golf Cart, Bocci Court Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Shawna S., South Point, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home.

This is a beautiful property. Plenty of space, beds and bathrooms. Enjoyed the golf cart rides to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

erin l.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Trip

We had a wonderful stay, enjoyed the house and bonfire area. Very close to Michigan City wineries and New Buffalo. Would come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane B.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sleighcation

The immediate family wanted a few days of just us in the S-Clan. My wife and I along with 3 children and significant others and 3 grandchildren. Very nice house and location. Everyone enjoyed their stay and all amenities were great.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent!

This property is really wonderful and I recommend it without reservation! Three floors, decorated nicely and comfortably, easy kitchen to cook in, lovely screened in porch, amazing setting "nestled in the woods". So fun to walk the neighborhood, it is just magical. Things we did that customized our stay a bit: We had two dogs and also a 1 year old grandson. We typically travel with those folding "fences" for dogs when we have the pups, just in case we need to contain them. It did double duty, blocking the stairs down to the bottom floor, (the main floor is the second floor), keeping the dogs from wondering too much AND the grandson from tumbling down the stairs - perfect solution! Secondly, we brought a little space heater and used it on the screened in porch in the evenings when it was a little cool. (There were 8 of us and it would have been pretty cramped at the inside dining room table since we had a high chair.) Thirdly, we brought a high chair for the one year old. The hot tub was a blast, as was the golf cart. We spent some magical time down at the beach, so easily accessed with the golf cart! (And a car, for that matter, but the kids LOVED the cart.) Our crew was a little young for bocce ball but they did love exploring the forest. :) The local grocery store was quite nice, they even were able to get in a specialty item for me. We went to a farm and picked apples, went to a model train store/museum and went to the beach a few times. AWESOME TRIP!!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Place

Just as described
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

lisa g.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carl N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Promised and Delivered

This is a brilliant property. Allows for a full family to share a house but still have the necessary privacy. All amenities worked as promised - and candidly, they more often exceeded expectations. For example, the outdoor screened in porch is the true gathering place for the house -and then it leads to a great hot tub and quaint firepit. Very well done. One thing to note - the couch downstairs is so comfortable it will have you napping before your TV show starts...unbelievable. Another thing that is very nice - on the main floor there is no TV in the living room. This was perfect as you had the chance to sit together and talk - without distractions. Don't get me wrong there are more than enough TVs if that is your vibe - but when you want to spend time on your family it is nice to have no distractions. The beach is great, the neighborhood friendly - in short this is a property to rent. Do not miss booking this property if it happens to be available. It is a true value and a gem for a family holiday.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fabulous stay in a fabulous home

Our family enjoyed our stay very much! It was exactly as described in the home details. The home was very clean, on a beautiful lot and had everything we needed. Plenty of room and spaces for our family of 11 to hang out. The golf cart was fun to take to the beach. Mark, the host, was easy to contact and very prompt in replies. We would highly recommend staying at this property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

We recently stayed here for my in-laws 50th wedding anniversary. We had a great time! The house was perfect for the eight of us plus a fur baby! Thanks so much. Lisa
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen R.

Liked: Cleanliness

4th of July Getaway

Amazing stay for our extended family getaway, 6 adults and 5 kiddos, plenty of space for everyone. We loved the hot tub, firepit and great location. Easy access to private beach area and a quick drive (5mins) to New Buffalo downtown. the kids especially loved going for rides in the golf cart! Owners were responsive and the home was well maintained and stocked with everything you could need. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dana M., Chicago, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick group gathering!

Everything was wonderful! Thank you so much!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Mom and daughters weekend

We had a great time at the house and exploring some of the wine trail as a mom and daughter’s weekend. The house was clean, comfortable and had all we needed. The weather wasn’t such that we enjoyed much of the outside activities, but was a great location and long weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Such a beautiful home

Such a beautiful home and forest surroundings! Very professionally outfitted to give it that hotel feeling. The beds and pillows definitely deserve a shoutout. What else… My wife was in heaven with the sauna and steam room. The screened porch area is stunning and perfect for our breakfasts and dinners. The kids found plenty of games and activities to keep busy. Hot shower outside was a super nice touch after a day at the beach. We appreciated having all the beach equipment we needed. The fire pit was a big hit. The outdoor railings needed some attention but we probably wouldn’t have noticed if the property manager didn’t point out some ongoing exterior work. All in all we would love to come back next year! Thanks Mark
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Girls Getaway

We had an absolute blast staying at this house! It had everything we needed and was perfect for our girl's trip. It was very well-updated and decorated. It was super clean and had plenty of space for 9 of us women. We enjoyed the hot tub and how quick the drive was to the beach. It was close enough to the wineries and restaurants we wanted to visit. Mark was very fantastic to work with. We would stay here again on our next girl's trip to new buffalo without a question! 10/10
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Beautiful, clean, relaxing getaway.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jen D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home

Beautiful home in a gorgeous woodsy setting! So many nice amenities, and plenty of room for 9 of us to be able to spread out when we wanted to! The golf cart was fun and a great touch! We enjoyed taking it to the beach, and it was very easy to find a parking space for it. Easy to reach the property manager if needed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Stay

Highly recommend. Property is great. Beautiful in the fall and perfect for outdoor fires, hot tub, and dinners on the porch. Enjoyed cruising around the neighborhood in the golf cart. Quick drive into town for some good food options or the public beach. Host was easy to reach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness

lovely getaway

We had such a lovely week staying at this home, it definitely lived up to the expectations we had when we booked it. The home was very clean and laid out well for multi-generational vacationers. The house is in a cute neighborhood, but it seemed very secluded. We loved the firepit and indoor fireplaces and enjoyed the offerings of New Buffalo (winery and restaurants) and Saugatuck (dune rides). Mark was a super responsive host, and I would definitely book this location again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amber P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional

My family had a wonderful time staying at Mark's property. Everything is maintained to perfection. You are close to a beautiful private beach. We loved driving up and down Lakeshore Drive on the provided golf cart to watch the sunset. The firepit was great for hanging out and roasting marshmallows for smores. We took advantage of horseback riding just a few minutes away. We had one rainy day but still enjoyed hanging out in the spacious screened in porch. We will definitely be back. You won't regret staying here.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Ronnie H., Howell, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

This was a lovely home and had everything we needed. There were some issues with the water temperature in the showers in the basement and on the third floor but, otherwise, no problems.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hillarey K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely spot!

Stayed here with two other families and had a great time. The house was lovely, the yard was private and secluded, and the location and proximity to parks, beaches, and downtown New Buffalo couldn’t be better. The house was clean and comfortable, and the host was great to work with. Would definitely come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelan F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Filled with amenities

Hot tub, sauna, huge screened porch, fire pit, bacci ball pit, grill and propane heater, etc... Fantastic home to come back to after a long afternoon out. A nice monitor, desk, and other office supplies in the basement was also a nice touch for the halfday I was required to work. All in all, beautiful house!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Maddie K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Would Highly Recommend To Anyone!

Me and a group of my girlfriends just stayed here for a getaway trip from Chicago and we had an absolute blast! The place was very nice and cozy. There were 10 of us and it was well stocked with everything we needed. Each bedroom was nice and felt very clean so no one had any issues sleeping anywhere. We loved using the hottub out back after dinner. The place is really close to cute shops, restaurants and wineries. The beach was a 5 minute drive (took the golf cart there), and we drove maybe 10 minutes to the strip of shops and restaurants. Highly recommend Stray Dog (restaurant) and Shady Creek Vineyard (winery & live music). Overall, none of us had any complains and will definitely be back again this summer!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lois C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Getaway

This was a great setting for a relaxing getaway. Spacious and comfortable with great amenities. Plus, the kitchen table is perfect for playing games -- big with a nice, smooth surface. The owner was easy to engage with when we had questions.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022