City center stay.Your stay at this New Buffalo vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Grand Beach Marsh. Michiana Beach and New Buffalo City Hall are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 9 min drive - 10.3 km
Indiana Dunes National Park - 15 min drive - 18.2 km
University of Notre Dame - 43 min drive - 75.3 km
Getting around
New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 47 min drive
Restaurants
The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
McDonald's - 9 min drive
Four Winds Sports Bar - 15 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 17 min drive
The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 7 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 house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong
Mac's Bluff
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Welcome to Mac's Bluff! This beautiful Grand Beach home is located in the newer Eiffel Tower Bluffs section of Grand Beach. Set on a over a half-acre lot, Mac’s Bluff is perfect for large groups or multiple families. The back outdoor area has beautiful full trees for privacy while enjoying the large, heated pool and hot tub. There is a large firepit area to sit around, tell stories, and have cocktails. Mac’s Bluff is four miles from downtown New Buffalo. It is also close to other nearby restaurants, golfing, shopping, casinos, local breweries, distilleries, and wineries.
The recently remodeled main floor features a large open-concept gathering space. Four large picture windows look down at the pool/outdoor area. Side doors at both sides provide access to decks and stairs down to the outdoor area. The kitchen has a breakfast bar with stools and a 96-inch table that can seat your entire group for dinner. The living area includes a 55-inch cable TV. Off to the side is a large screened porch that will quickly become your favorite place to unwind! The main level also features a bedroom down the hall with a private porch and a large bath with a walk-in shower and jacuzzi tub.
The downstairs has been completely remodeled and has a full bath and a large living space, including a wet bar with two drink coolers and a flatscreen cable TV overhead, a Ping-Pong table, a foosball table, and a 65-inch cable TV with a soundbar large enough to watch any game or movie! From downstairs, you can overlook or walk out to the pool area through two large patio doors.
THINGS TO KNOW The pool goes up to 10 feet in depth, and it typically opens for Memorial Day weekend and closes after Labor Day.The pool will be heated to 80 degrees prior to your arrival. If you wish for the heat to increase, please contact Vacasa after you secure your booking. The beach within walking distance of the house is very sensitive to the water level in Lake Michigan and is closed. There is another beach about one and a half miles from Mac’s Bluff that remains open and can be reached via the four-person golf cart included in this rental. The living room fireplace is not operational. Cancellation for this home must be 60 days prior to arrival. 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. 2 days notification is required in order to heat the pool. A fee of USD 25 per day must be paid prior to check-in to purchase pool heat for your stay. 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 30 years of age to book. Guests under 30 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.
Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Phone
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Foosball table
Heated pool
Table tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Hunting nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Unit size: 3,525 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.
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.
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
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.
Property is also known as
48491
Frequently asked questions
How close is Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong to the airport?
This vacation home is 36.1 mi (47-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.
How close is Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong to the beach?
This vacation home is 2.2 mi (7-min drive) from Michiana Beach and 3.2 mi (10-min drive) from Duneland Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
Does Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong offer free breakfast?
This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.
Is there a casino at Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong?
No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Chip Casino (14-min drive) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (19-min drive) are nearby.
What time is check-in at Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
Is there free parking at Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong?
Free parking is not available at this vacation home.
Does Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong have a pool?
Yes, there's a private pool.
Does Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong have a spa?
There are no spa services available at this vacation home.
How close is Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong to downtown New Buffalo?
This vacation home is 1 mi away from Grand Beach.
Dog-friendly house with private heated outdoor pool, hot tub & Ping-Pong Reviews
Reviews
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Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 22 reviews
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Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 22 reviews
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Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Sarah F.
Aug 28, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
The pool was amazing! The property was awesome and a great location.
Sarah F.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
8/10 Good
Kimberley S.
Jul 26, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Loved this house.
Kimberley S.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dana L.
Oct 14, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family getaway
This home easily accommodated our family comfortably. The spacious common areas allowed us to all play games together.
Dana L.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
2/10 Terrible
Susie L.
Jul 17, 2024
Disliked: Cleanliness
not ideal
The property has so much potential, and can accommodate a large group w a beautiful private pool! The management co (Vacasa) and the owners were not honest with us about a problem/offensive odor at the home and kept putting us off. We sadly ended up having to abruptly leave after our 3rd day there.
Aside from this, the property needs updating -- towels were scarce, though Vacasa replenished immediately after our request. The pots/pans were not useable (though I believe they've since replaced them after our request)
My family vacation was hardly a vacation, as we spent the first 3 days trying to figure out what the odor was, and then had to leave. The management team at Vacasa, though helpful to start, ended up strongly failing us. I would veer away from Vacasa properties.
Susie L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sara M.
Dec 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Cozy
When we were looking for a place to stay, we were looking with a place with a nice kitchen and seating area. We were looking for a place to simply relax and unwind but still had some fun indoor activities. This place met our expectations and felt it would be a neat place to return to in the summer. Listening to the water is such a calming thing.
Sara M.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan I., Prospect Hts., IL
Aug 13, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
What a great pool!
Mac’s Bluff was a delightful rental. It is very spacious and comfortable. The highlight was definitely the pool! With a depth of 10 ft, we were comfortable letting the children spend hours jumping into the pool without concern of them hitting the bottom.
The interior of the house worked well for our group of 10, plenty of dishes, pans, and utensils. The lower level was a perfect spot for games and movies, and the main level provide a great dining spot as well as comfortable lounging.
The pool area, the lower level and the main level were so accommodating that we would definitely stay there again. However, there were some problems.
The unit had two golf, one was gas powdered which we were told was unreliable and should not be use, and the other had a broken charger, which wasn’t replaced until Wednesday.
Communications were often conflicting. Directions such as the internet sign in and the check- out procedures, varied between the web site, emails, and the house book.
As mentioned by other reviewers, the exterior of the house needs some touch ups. The vegetation needs trimming, the wooden trim needs power washing and staining, at least two of the screen doors need the screens reattached, the outdoor shower was unavailable and the outdoor fire pit gas tank was empty.
Susan I.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Georgia B., Wilmette
Jul 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great family vacation home.
Our entire family (six adults and three kids) loved staying in this spacious and comfortable vacation home.
Georgia B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Diane J.
Jun 24, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property!
Our group of 6 had a wonderful time at Mac’s Bluff. The pool was the big reason we booked here and it did not disappoint. There was plenty of lounging space for our group both inside and out, and the interior living spaces on both floors, including basement bathroom, have been nicely updated. There is also plenty of fridge space, given the two additional beverage fridges downstairs. The house has a good amount of flatware, plates/cups/bowls and overall kitchen supplies. The bathrooms upstairs and on the main floor are original, and the decks and screen doors are not great shape and need replacing. However, the house has new siding/soffits/fascia (and maybe a new roof) and looks great so it seems the new owners are working on updating the property. Vacasa responded very quickly to a maintenance call on Saturday evening when we arrived (the HVAC was making a weird noise), so big thank you to them. We did not realize until staying here that you can drive a cart to the grand beach golf course and also get the ‘resident’ discount, which was a big plus. Just check to make sure the cart has a full tank of gas so you can prevent having to be rescued on the 7th hole! We had a great time and we would definitely return.
Diane J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
Jun 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation - great time!
Our family (8 adults and 7 children - aged 11 to 6 months) had such a great time at Mac's Bluff! Even though the weather was cooler, the kids were in the heated pool and hot tub every day. Everything on the property was well maintained and clean. We had a fantastic week and made many great memories for the grandchildren. We would definitely book the house again.
Verified traveller
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Sharon H., St. Louis/Kentucky
Mar 20, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Mac’s Bluff did not disappoint
We had a family of 12 coming from St Louis and Ohio. We had the best time staying in this house. The kids played the entire time and never got bored enough to get on their tablets! The area is just beautiful. Even though it was March and extremely cold (it snowed on our day 2), we had an absolute amazing time. The house is worn and we did text the rental company about a few hiccups but overall we would rent this house again in the future!!
Sharon H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
Nicole F., Chicago, Illinois
Jan 15, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place ; missing amenities
Loved this property for our team retreat. We were disappointed that the fire place on the main floor didn’t work (small detail) but it was inaccurately listed.
Nicole F.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023
8/10 Good
Sue C.
Aug 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
After Covid 50th Anniversary celebration 2 years late.
There were several things on the property that were listed but didn’t work. A large umbrella would not open, the fire pit didn’t work, there was a grease fire in the grill because it had not been cleaned, one of our kids got locked bathroom because the door would not open even though it was unlocked. The upstairs doors would not close properly. The house has a great design, but needs to be painted And the stairs should be replaced outside. Also one of the large TVs do not work. Also, they advertised walk to beach was closed. We had a great time in spite of these issues, but for the price we paid we would expect not to have these problems.
Sue C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Brendan F.
May 15, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
Everything was great. Thanks
Brendan F.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa B., Dallas, TX
Apr 14, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly what we wanted
The home was exactly what we wanted for a long family weekend. Space and areas to gather with something for everyone. The light area feel upstairs was complimented be the cozier atmosphere downstairs.
Lisa B.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Kara C.
May 10, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beach getaway!
The house and property was beautiful and it was a great little getaway weekend for a girls trip! I would absolutely recommend!