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Woodsy Retreat W/ Private Hot Tub, Enclosed Patio, Firepit, & Free WiFi

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Interior
Exterior
TV, fireplace, books
Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

8.8 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6121 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

Woodsy Retreat W/ Private Hot Tub, Enclosed Patio, Firepit, & Free WiFi

Whispering Pines

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Eclectic and perfectly tucked amongst the lush Michigan foliage, this fun home away will be the perfect place to experience Lake Michigan and more in style! Step inside and you will find all of the comforts of home including three spacious bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, and an enclosed furnished patio that will be just the place to break open that new novel you have been meaning to get around to or simply sip a coffee to the sound of the birds. Step out to the back deck after a full day of adventure and soak in bliss in the private hot tub or cozy up next to the wood-burning fireplace with a mug of hot cocoa as the stars come out. Don't worry about leaving the dog home either, as this getaway is dog-friendly for your convenience and comfort!

What's nearby:
Right at the border of Michigan and Indiana, this getaway is one block from the shore of Lake Michigan, so there will be no lack of fun to be had mere minutes from. your front door! When you want to venture out a bit, the hustle and bustle of Michigan City is seven miles south and New Buffalo is five miles north, both of which are home to a wide variety of local attractions, restaurants, shopping options, and lake activities!

Things to know:
Beach access
Dog-friendly (one max under 40 lbs)

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 2 vehicles.



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 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

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

  • Phone

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks 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: 1300 sq ft (121 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: Dogs only. Max of 1. Weight limit: 40 lbs each.

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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

49414
Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Michiana, MI

What's nearby

  • Michiana Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Shady Creek Winery - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Local - 9 min drive - 8.5 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 9 min drive - 9.0 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 19 min drive - 13.1 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 16 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Woodsy Retreat W/ Private Hot Tub, Enclosed Patio, Firepit, & Free WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Woodsy Retreat W/ Private Hot Tub, Enclosed Patio, Firepit, & Free WiFi?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Woodsy Retreat W/ Private Hot Tub, Enclosed Patio, Firepit, & Free WiFi?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Woodsy Retreat W/ Private Hot Tub, Enclosed Patio, Firepit, & Free WiFi located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Michiana Beach and Lake Michigan. Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Duneland Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Woodsy Retreat W/ Private Hot Tub, Enclosed Patio, Firepit, & Free WiFi Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews" "

8.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Nice little property. Plenty to do nearby!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabriel Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Olivia R.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great property- terrible management
My family enjoyed our stay and had a great time at the beach. The home comes with everything you would need for a great time at the beach- an umbrella, beach towels and even some beach toys. These were all enjoyed by my family. The management company that they are using is not helpful whatsoever. I believe that I was either communicating with AI or someone overseas as the responses were generic and unhelpful. We were told the hot tub was out of service after we arrived and when I asked about a battery for the vacuum, I was told that “this is not an amenity offered”. Very frustrating especially considering that the floors were sandy when we arrived. I would consider renting this property again if they were to change management companies.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Barbara G.

Very Nice Location but needs work
We really enjoyed the location, the hot tub, and all of the trees surrounding the house that kept it cooler in the summer. Our concern was for the mice that are getting in to the screened in porch and water, pressure being so bad that only one person can shower at a time without the water flow actually stopping. When I reached out to management, I got a thank you, but that was the extent of it. Hopefully the problem will be addressed for the next people that come in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy stay
We loved the fireplace. Nice they left firewood so we could start our fire right when we arrived. Plenty of comfortable bedrooms. Never used the hot tub although we had planned on it. Wish we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dave

Traveled with group, Traveled with pets
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is an older home set among lots of mature trees within a mature neighborhood. The owners have thought of lots of little things to make a stay there cozy, comfortable and relaxing. It offers a lot of charm and I can see us booking another stay here in the future. The only constructive advice for the owners is to possibly look at updating the mattresses. I recall seeing other reviews comment on this.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Notre Dame Game Weekend
This house was a great place to stay for a weekend! The hot tub was the best part. Close to beach and short easy drive to Notre Dame game. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Joseph F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Times by the Lake
The house is only a couple blocks off the lake with a number of nice beach access points. Its also a 10 minute drive to the public beaches in New Buffalo. had a great time in the quiet neighborhood. We had one concern with the hot tub, which was addressed the same day by the property manager. I downgraded our overall rating to 4 out of 5 stars because I think its time to upgrade the beds. the master(? top of the stairs to the right) was not very comfortable. We stripped the beds as requested at check out, it was obvious that bed has some miles on it. The other bedroom ceiling fan did not work, or at least we couldn't get it to with any combination of wall and fan switch positions, which didn't really matter to us, our son enjoyed the pull out sofa in the office on the main floor. Otherwise we had a great time on that side of the state and the property was enjoyable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Getaway
Very relaxing location nice people everywhere we went. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Barbara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick access to the beach!
We loved being within walking distance to the beach and the less-crowded beach area. The house was in a nice, quiet neighborhood that felt cozy and woodsy. We really enjoyed the hot tub and screened-in porch for relaxing in the evenings. The house is clearly not brand new but we loved its' charm and it had all the essentials. The bedrooms upstairs were warm so be prepared with light clothing in the summer months. They do provide a fan in each room which was great! The showers were on the small side but worked for us. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and the pros greatly surpassed the cons of the home. We would for sure consider staying here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
This place is beautiful! Clean and spacious, the photos don't do justice to how quaint this home is. A little warm upstairs, but it seemed to be an older home, so I think that was why. The neighborhood is safe and peaceful, and it really is only a few minutes walk to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brad P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Better than expected
The property was very nice. Hot Tub was clean. Beach chairs and other supplies are provided. Nice quiet area. There are 3 beds upstairs and 2 pull-out couches downstairs. There is enough space to fit 3 cars, but definitely not four. Beach and Pizza restaurant are in walking distance. We were pleasantly surprised.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

4/10 Poor

Jessica G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Not the best for the price paid.
start off, the check in instructions state that the "key in the lock box will open the door with code" it did include the code for the door, but did not instruct to forcefully turn the lock. it took over 15 minutes to get inside when i finally figured out on my own how to open the door. the key that was in lock box on back deck did not open any doors. this needs to be clearly stated before arriving. Secondly, the outside of the house was coverd in spider webs and dead bugs that have been sitting there for quite sometime. i was very understanding when the manager informed me that they must have "passed over" doing the outdoor blowing of all of the insects and huge spider webs, and agreed for them to just come and do a quick clean up the next day. That never actually happened. After i sent photos of the dirty washing machine that was filled with gunk, garbage etc, the bugs inside of the house in the corners, and the broken front step that any of my 3 children could have gotten severely hurt from, they offered a "gift card" for dinner. it was a nice gesture. but i had to call multiple times to even get it dropped off the next day, it was offered to us, we did not ask for it. on top of all of the unfortunate circumstances, the air conditioning was not working in the house. the thermostat read 78 degrees and no one was able to get to us until 9pm that night. We have a 7 month old baby, and that is not ideal for a baby. the amount of money we paid for 2 nights was not equivalent to the quality of the home. Severely disappointed, and unfortunately, i'm not sure i would ever use this company again, let alone recommend this company. I have rented enough vacation homes to know what kind of things to expect with few complications along with complications, and this trip was anything but enjoyable in regards to the home. i am human, and i do understand things happen, but the amount of issues/complications/uncomfortable situations, i only feel as though this was a neglect of the property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Justin K.

Nice house, broken hot tub
My group did enjoy the the house, neighborhood, and beaches nearby. However, we did pay a bit extra in comparison to other properties since this listing had a hot tub. We learned after arriving that the tub was broken. The property manager was aware in advance, did not disclose this to us, and only offered $50 off per night. That’s better than nothing, but we would have picked other properties over this one had we known about the hot tub situation in advance. Also, an fyi that the property manager is a company, Vacasa, that does not respond via Vrbo. They want you to download their Vacasa app, make an account and use that over Vrbo.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kirk N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great wooded escape
A lovely place to explore the dunes and region
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Donna T.

Nice small house with hot tub
We loved the hot tub, quiet neighborhood & furnished kitchen. Listed as 3 bedrooms, but twin bed is in a small landing area at top of stairs, outside bathroom between the 2 other bedrooms - not really a bedroom. Beds comfortable. House is a little aged & needs some repairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christopher R.

Beach Access
I stayed at this cabin twice. It's blocks away from an association lake Michigan beach. Perfect place to spend the summer swimming, relaxing, spending time with partners and family. It has a porch that's perfect for morning coffee or evening wine. I will caution guests that the property is old and it shows it. Could definitely use some love and renovations. Well it does have a nice and big hot tub, the first time I stayed it needed to be cleaned badly. The second time I stayed, I needed to fill water up and skim it for debris, but it was clean. All in all, I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021