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Happy Hideaway: Downtown New Buffalo Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire Pit

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A marina with multiple boats docked at calm water reflecting the sky.
A beach at sunset with waves and a clear sky.
A dining table with a woven placemat, a bowl of salad, and white chairs.
Exterior
A bedroom with a bed, a ceiling fan, and two windows with blinds.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61365 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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New Buffalo, MI
  • Place, New Buffalo City Hall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, New Buffalo Township Public Library
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, New Buffalo Public Beach
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

New Buffalo

Located in Downtown New Buffalo, this vacation home is adjacent to New Buffalo City Hall and within a 10-minute stroll of New Buffalo Township Public Library. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a balcony, and a fenced private yard.
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What's nearby

  • New Buffalo City Hall - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • New Buffalo Township Public Library - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • New Buffalo Public Library - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬15 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Happy Hideaway: Downtown New Buffalo Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire Pit

Welcome to Happy Hideaway Bungalow, a charming downtown New Buffalo retreat just steps from local favorites like Beer Church. This cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath home (sleeps 6) features bright living spaces, a fully stocked kitchen, a big fenced yard with a fire pit, and a welcoming front porch with a swing. Enjoy easy access to shops, dining, and the beach — just 4/5 of a mile away. Perfect for relaxed getaways in the heart of Harbor Country.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fenced private yard, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Gas grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming 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

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,365 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 and a first aid kit
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

What can I see within easy reach of this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Downtown New Buffalo, just steps from New Buffalo City Hall, and within a 10-minute walk of New Buffalo Railroad Museum and New Buffalo Township Public Library. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Downtown Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire pit?

No, there isn't parking at this vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about Downtown Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire pit?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a smart TV and a kitchen along with a garden.

Does Downtown Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire pit have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Downtown Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire pit have connecting rooms available?

No, this vacation home doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is about 23.2 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Downtown Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire pit?

Yes, every house at Downtown Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire pit comes with a balcony.

Happy Hideaway: Downtown New Buffalo Cottage, Big Fenced Yard, Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 12 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 12 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 12 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 12 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 12 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Meghan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, so cozy, clean and close to town and shopping. Had everything we needed for a little getaway. Great location, cute cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in New Buffalo. Walkable to the beach,breweries,restaurants and shops. Comfortable beds,great kitchen with everything you need. Nice fenced in yard and front porch.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place was awesome to stay at! It was within walking distance of all of the shops and wasn’t too bad of a walk to the beach. The place was clean and had everything you could need there. The screen in porch was so nice as we spent a lot of time out there. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was perfect. The space and accommodations were great for our annual shopping trip to all the boutiques in New Buffalo. The house was spacious for all four of us retired women. It is walking distance to town. The local restaurants were great, Jackie's Cafe for breakfast and Redamaks for dinner, both were tasty.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for a girls weekend. The location was great and close to everything.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Nancy E.

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

Cousin reunion

Was a great place for our annual cousin get together
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Verified traveler

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Communication
We had some issues. Texted number provided. No response
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

TAYLOR K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous location! The house felt larger in person and was perfect for us. We had 6 adults (3 families) and 3 children. It was the perfect amount of space for each family to have a room and pack n play in the room. The yard is huge for playing after a beach day, and the home in general was a great set up for a friends trip. We grilled out, walked to the beach daily (bring a wagon for the kids), and walked to other dinners nearby. Once we arrived we never touched the car! The overall cleanliness could be improved upon. There was a lot of things that were in dresser drawers, under ottoman when moved, band aid in the trundle bed, and things in the dryer and on top of the dryer. Lots of little trinkets and decor on surfaces that could honestly be eliminated to help with the things that guests bring in. I don't think those negatives outweigh the home and our group would book again! Fabulous random kid things like a highchair, some kids toys, and a whole chest of board games for the adults. I think there is a lot more to this home than the listing says and it was great!! We have never been to new buffalo and we are highly considering making it a destination we visit again.
Such a lovely screened in porch.
The smaller dining table in the kitchen was perfect for the kids then the larger one in the living room was fabulous for everyone as well!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Erik T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert L.

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