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Renew + Relax: Sunny Lakeside Michiana Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Beach

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Property grounds
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire cabin

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
    Hot tub
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Renew + Relax: Sunny Lakeside Michiana Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Beach

HIGHLIGHTS:
✔ 8-person Hot Tub
✔ Sleeps 12 (10 in main house + 2 in guest cabin)
✔ 1 mile to beach
✔ 6 min to Shady Creek Winery
✔ 10 min to New Buffalo + Michigan City
✔ Outdoor firepit & picnic table
✔ Gas BBQ grill
✔ Smart TVs & board games
✔ King bed in main bedroom
✔ Luxury custom-designed home
✔ Private wooded lot
✔ 2 Adult & 2 kids' bikes
✔ Beach chairs, toys, wagon and towels
✔ Pickleball paddles & nearby courts
✔ 4 vehicle parking
✔ 2-person workstation
✔ High speed wifi
✔ Fully stocked

HOME DETAILS:
You’ll quickly see why our guests rave about the home's calming Scandinavian, midcentury-modern style, describing it as "breathtaking" and "absolutely gorgeous". Yet, it's the feeling of home—of comfort and peace—that you'll fall in love with. Whether you're here to celebrate, make memories, or just breathe a little easier, The Modern Michiana wraps you in the perfect setting.

This quiet, nearly half-acre retreat has two stunning, custom-designed buildings built in 2016: The Main House & The Outpost.

Your group will spend most of your time relaxing in the Main House. The Main House amenities include:
✔ 1 King bedroom w/ walk in closet
✔ 1 Queen bedroom
✔ 1 Bunk room (2 bunk beds/4 twin beds)
✔ 1 Queen sleeper sofa
✔ 1 Pack n play travel crib
✔ 2 full bathrooms with showers, towels, and toiletries
✔ Open upstairs floorplan for your whole group to spend time together
✔ A screened in porch with a view of the woods
✔ 2 living rooms equipped with Smart TVs and board games
✔ Fully stocked kitchen with luxury Italian imported cabinets
✔ 8-seat dining table + 4 seat kitchen island
✔ Central heating/air conditioning
✔ Storage shed with bikes + beach toys
✔ Dedicated workspace with computer desk
✔ Full size washer and dryer
✔ Starter supplies provided (e.g, coffee, toilet paper, shower toiletries)

A lucky twosome will have The Outpost all to themselves. The Outpost amenities include:
✔ Large single-room cabin
✔ 1 Queen bed
✔ No bathroom (use bathrooms in Main House)
✔ Steps away from the Main House via a charming path
✔ Situated next to the Hot Tub
✔ Seating area near wood burning fire place
✔ Cozy coffee nook
✔ Heating/air conditioning

LOCATION & THINGS TO DO:
✔ Pack a cooler and spend the day at the beach – several nearby either walking or a short drive
✔ Bike the neighborhood, fire up the grill, soak in the hot tub, and finish the night with a campfire
✔ Have a lazy afternoon listening to live music at Shady Creek Winery (6 min)
✔ Shop the outlet mall in Michigan City (10 min) or the antique shops in Three Oaks (20 min)
✔ Savor fantastic Neapolitan pizza at Stop 50 (1 mile)
✔ Climb Warren Dunes (25 min) and enjoy a magnificent view the lake
✔ Play pickleball, tennis, or basketball at Michiana Village Park (0.5 miles)
✔ Taste whiskey and play putt putt at Journeyman Distillery (20 min)
✔ Play a round of golf at Whittaker Woods (7 min) or Harbor Shores (45 min)
✔ Dine on the rooftop at Stray Dog in New Buffalo (10 min)
✔ Hire a driver and tour nearby wineries and breweries (several nearby)
✔ Enjoy a summer evening show at the Dune Arts Theater (0.7 miles)
✔ Stroll through the Galien Country River Park (12 min)
✔ Go for a wild ride on the water with Harbor Country Adventures (13 min)
✔ Catch live music or a comedy show at The Acorn Theater (20 min)
✔ Grab ice cream at themed shop Oink’s Dutch Treat (8 min)
✔ Try your luck at the Four Winds Casino (15 min)
✔ Experience history at Barker Mansion or Old Lighthouse Museum (13 min)

OTHER THINGS TO NOTE:
Our closest beach is at Stop 37, 1 mile down the road. There is no vehicle parking allowed (strictly enforced), so when we don't feel like walking, we drop off our family and supplies with the car, and the driver returns to the beach via the bike in the shed. There are also several stunning beaches with parking a short drive away detailed in our guidebook you'll receive ahead of your stay.

The 4th bedroom is in a separate single-room building on the property (next to the hot tub). It doesn't have a bathroom, but it does have heating / air conditioning.

We offer parking for 4 vehicles. Street parking is not available, and there is no nearby overnight public parking facility.

We do not allow any pets at the property.

This isn't a party home; it's in a beautiful quiet, cozy neighborhood with more permanent residents than rentals. We do not allow guests that are not part of the reservation to visit the home (even if not staying the night) unless pre-approved.

Property manager

Alison Miles

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sunloungers

Pool/Spa

  • A hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Toaster
  • Ice maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Porch or lanai
  • Barbecue
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Cycling on site

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)

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 24

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 not allowed

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
On-site 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

About the area

Map
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Michiana Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Shady Creek Winery - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Local - 9 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 10 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 19 min drive - 12.0 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 15 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Renew + Relax: Sunny Lakeside Michiana Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Renew + Relax: Sunny Lakeside Michiana Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Renew + Relax: Sunny Lakeside Michiana Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Renew + Relax: Sunny Lakeside Michiana Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Beach located?

Situated near the beach, this cabin is within a 15-minute walk of Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Lake Michigan. Michiana Beach and Duneland Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Renew + Relax: Sunny Lakeside Michiana Cottage w/ Hot Tub & Beach Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 13 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 13 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

David G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway!
Fantastic stay. Walk to and from the beach was a beautiful stroll. Will be returning in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Yearly Family Reunion Week
We have been renting in Michianna Shores, for over 25 years, and this years rental was by far, the cleanest home we have stayed in. It was comfortable and sparse, with just the right amount of decor. We found the dishwasher and oven to be a bit tricky on the settings, although we eventually figured how to work them. Since we eat every meal in, we found the cookware and dish towels to be somewhat lacking. We made do and rewashed as we went along. We enjoyed the screened in porch, the fire pit, and the adult bikes that were available. The additional dwelling was comfortable albeit, it lacks a bathroom. The garden lights lit up our path for nighttime reentry into the main house. Allison was excellent in answering any questions or issues we encountered. We highly recommend this home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Serene stay
Such a beautiful house on a serene property close to everything you could want! Beach, restaurants, cities, breweries, distilleries. Very family friendly too!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carly H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Stay
We came for a weekend for my sisters birthday. Great location, house was beautiful. We would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexis R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best time ever!
Had a girls trip here and it was excellent. Can’t wait to come back! Alison was extremely helpful and responsive and the home is comfortable, spacious and thoughtfully designed. Don’t hesitate - it’s perfect!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful house, great host
Exactly as described, would definitely go back when we return to the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

Liked: Cleanliness
June 15th through 19th
A perfect house for our family of 11. Thanks, Super Host Alison.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kobra D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect
This place is exactly as pictured, The area around it is very quiet and peaceful. We appreciated the supply of shampoo, conditioner, body wash, dishwasher pods, laundry pods, toilet paper and trash bags. There were a lot of high quality touches to the entire place. Even the throws and pillows. We did have an issue with the kitchen sink but maintenance was sent immediately and it was resolved. Maintenance man was very personable and kind. I was desperate for an early check in and the host was able to grant me that which was so helpful. The house and area overall were just so peaceful and serene. Highly recommend this property. Host is extremely prompt and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls weekend
Great getaway for group of girls! The place was so cute I didn’t want to leave. The beach is nice and super close. Beds are comfy and the host spent a lot of time making the aesthetic feel cozy and cute.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Space for a Family Weekend Getaway
The house is beautifully designed and furnished, and well stocked with everything we needed for a last minute family weekend to celebrate our parents' 50th anniversary. We definitely took advantage of the fire pit, hot tub, and beach access (despite the chilly gloomy weather, the kids still had a blast). Very family-friendly with plenty of games, beach toys, bikes, etc. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway!
Loved our stay. The place was very clean, modern, had everything we needed to feel at home, and was an easy walk to all the sites we wanted to see. Also it was close to a big supermarket which was handy, and a quick drive to dozens of restaurants and cafes. Communication was great too; our host Alison even left a welcome book detailing things we needed to know about the house and area. We would highly recommend this wonderful lake house!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Hideaway Awaits
Our stay at the Michiana Woods Cabin was an amazing experience from start to finish! Impeccable Decor, a Responsive Host, and a Comprehensive Guidebook for Your Perfect Getaway. If you are on the fence about booking this property, do it because you will not regret it!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy getaway
This house was the perfect setting for a winter girls’ getaway! The check-in/check-out process was seamless and expectations for check-out were clearly communicated by the host. The house was immaculate and cozy. Even with the cooler temps, we enjoyed a walk along Lake Michigan, a fire outside in the fire pit and the hot tub. We are already talking about booking this property for another girls’ weekend in 2024! Thanks for a great getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023