Short walk to the beach & backs up to the woods! Few dates left - May June Sept

Lakeside, Michigan
$400 avg/night
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps


A Perfect Get Away on a peaceful lane!
Blue Bird Cottage in Lakeside, Michigan.

RATES: April 2026 - $375/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: May 2026 - $375/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: June 2026 - $400/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: July - Aug 2026- $425/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 3 night stay

RATES: Sept 2026 -$400/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay

RATES: Oct 2026 - $350/night
taxes and cleaning fee included
minimum 2 night stay



NOTE: 3 night minimum for Memorial Day holiday weekend, and July through Labor Day holiday weekend.


**Additional charges may apply, up to owner discretion.
**Prices may change due to Owner discretion.
**SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIRED
** Maximum 2 dogs. A third dog will be charged an additional $100.00 paid directly to Owner.

Located on a very peaceful, wooded lot-- Wake up and maybe see a deer in the woods behind the house and the sound of the birds singing. On a windy day, you can hear the waves from Lake Michigan!

A charming and relaxing home in Lakeside, MI, only ten minutes to the shops/dining/entertainment of New Buffalo!

A short 7 minute walk to the quiet/private Association beach of Lake Michigan. Only for owners and guests.

Plenty of trails for hiking, bird watching and biking within minutes from the property. This area is gorgeous in spring, summer, fall, and winter!

Location from Chicago is only 1 hour and 30 minutes from downtown - an ideal weekend escape to get away from the hustle and bustle of the city!

The home is irresistibly charming and comfortable. All linens and towels are provided, as well as all cooking utensils for great at-home meals and barbecues! We provide charcoal, firewood for the fire pit, coffee and filters!

Free Wi-FI, Satellite TV, VCR/DVD, washer/dryer.

The home also has a large private yard (fenced in ONLY at the front of the yard, the remaining yard is surrounded by woods and landscaping) perfect for children & pets. The neighborhood is very child safe and pet friendly. The house has games, books, puzzles, and satellite TV.

Don't leave your dog at home! We DO Allow DOGS, but no cats.(Pets are considered on an individual basis). So, if you are averse or allergic to animals, this is NOT the home for you.

ABSOLUTELY NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE.

We do not rent to anyone under 25.

PLEASE NOTE -- most all of the homes in the area have access the Association beach via the 55 stairs, down to the beach area.

Keywords: Modern Country Vacation Home

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Rates & Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1100 Sq Ft (102 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking Wheelchair-accessible Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golf Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Kayaking Nearby Marina Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Windsurfing Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player Games Stereo TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In A Village Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping On The Lake
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    1 On-site Accessible Parking Spaces If You Have Requests For Specific Accessibility Needs, Please Contact The Property Using The Information On The Reservation Confirmation Received After Booking. No Elevator (single Level Property) Note From Host: NO SMOKING IN THE HOUSE. ONLY OUTSIDE. Smoke-free Property Wheelchair-accessible Parking

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Dan O.

    Submitted Oct 19, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    Great stay and all types of convenience. Great place to stay for some fall activities.

  • Paula G.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Sep 25, 2025

    Well-equipped cabin for a 3-night stay. The bedrooms are on the smaller side, and the bathroom is tiny, but overall, the space works. The kitchen has everything you need. Although there is a table and chairs outside, along with a makeshift fire pit, the uncomfortable seating makes it difficult to relax.

  • Davide P.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Beautiful cottage, great setting and very relaxing. Highly recommended.

  • Nicholas E.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2025

    Stayed Oct 3, 2025

    Friendly and helpful host, clean cabin, easy access to the beach/lake and centrally located for quick drives to Sawyer, Union Pier, New Buffalo, Three Oaks. great weekend escape!

  • Joseph M.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 19, 2025

    Great cottage. Great location. Perfect getaway

  • Tammy H.

    Submitted Sep 20, 2025

    Stayed Sep 14, 2025

    Beautiful cottage in the woods. Great yard for pets and kids. Short walk to pristine beaches. Hope to return soon!

  • John D.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Aug 10, 2025

    This place is perfect, private, and cozy. Two rooms with dining areas make it easy to transition between games, socializing, and meals. The beach is a short walk and a delight.

  • Rian M.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2025

    Stayed Jun 29, 2025

    Very cute cottage super easy access to the beach. Great area

  • Janina B.

    Submitted Jun 21, 2025

    Stayed Jun 18, 2025

    Our second time at bluebird cottage with the kids and our 2 dogs. We all enjoyed the home and the beach, thanks again to Leslie for having us back!

  • Karen W.

    Submitted Jun 17, 2025

    Stayed Jun 9, 2025

    Our stay was just perfect. The cottage is very clean and comfortable and it feels like we’re nestled in the woods even though it’s a neighborhood. The walk to be beach was easy and the beach itself was clean and not crowded. We had everything we needed and then some. We were very pleased.

  • Katherine C.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    We had an amazing time at this great beach cottage! Super cute and clean with everything you could want for a beach vacation with kids and dogs.

  • Angela M.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed May 28, 2025

    We had a wonderful time. The cottage is quaint and quiet -- a true retreat! The beach was beautiful and so close to the property. Our dogs loved it as much as we did! Leslie and Chris know how to take care of their guests. We will be back!

  • Lisa D.

    Submitted May 12, 2025

    Stayed May 9, 2025

    Lovely home in beautiful Lakeside, MI. The property is beautiful, nestled in the woods, and only about a two block walk to the beach. It was completely equipped with everything one needs for a beach weekend away. The owner and home keeper are amazingly friendly, timely and gracious to work with. Hope to return!

  • Joseph M.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    Great place

  • Joseph M.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 26, 2024

    Great cottage. Spacious and very clean

  • David H.

    Submitted Sep 29, 2024

    Stayed Sep 23, 2024

    Wonderful wilderness stay.. Quite and peaceful place.

  • Allison R.

    Submitted Sep 25, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    We had a great stay at this property and it’s a great location to town.

  • CMDoc 8.

    Submitted Sep 9, 2024

    Stayed Sep 4, 2024

    We great trip! Nice clean property.

  • Shalayne L.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2024

    Stayed Sep 6, 2024

    My husband, dog, and I had the pleasure of staying at blue bird cottage and it was wonderful! We loved having the whole house to ourselves. The close walk to the beach, the scenery, the peacefulness of the cottage and its location were all perfect! The owner was very kind and so accommodating. We loved the fire pit at night and relaxing on the hammock. The town, cottage, and beach are all very dog friendly and was perfect for our pup. Can’t say enough great things about this home. We hope to be able to stay again!

  • Beth Fitzgerald N.

    Submitted Sep 2, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    Great weekend!

  • Toni A.

    Submitted Aug 24, 2024

    Stayed Aug 21, 2024

    My husband and I have been taking our golden retriever to union pier for the past four years and this cottage and location did not disappoint! It was a short 5-7 min walk to the private beach and our pup had such a great time. I was also very impressed with the cleanliness and accuracy of the listing. Definitely recommend and looking forward to booking again! Toni

  • Tammy S.

    Submitted Aug 21, 2024

    Stayed Aug 19, 2024

    We had a great time! The house was really nice and clean and not too far of a walk to the private beach! This time of year was perfect also. Not crowded and the weather was perfect. We will hopefully make this a yearly trip with our doggie❤️

  • John D.

    Submitted Jul 6, 2024

    Stayed Jun 15, 2024

    The home is roomy and comfortable. The owner provides everything you need, including beach gear, towels, and cookware. They even have towels for the dog to use. The owner has a nice booklet which provides and overview of the beach access, other amenities, and guidance for dog owners. The beach is a short walk away and was never crowded during our week long stay. The neighborhood is quiet and peaceful.

  • Emily R.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2024

    Stayed Jun 21, 2024

    Beautiful house, close walk to the beach. Grilled and had a small fire for smores. Follow the directions she gives you for the house, our phones were way off.

  • Theresa T.

    Submitted Jun 15, 2024

    Stayed Jun 13, 2024

    The cottage was very clean!! All necessary items were easy to access. Good communication with owner prior to our arrival and during our stay. Overall an excellent rental, very comfortable and a great location to beach and Harbor Country sites/restaurants. Definitely would rent again.

  • Taylor K.

    Submitted Jun 12, 2024

    Stayed Jun 7, 2024

    We very much enjoyed our day. Great location and very clean place! No issues what so ever. Had everything we needed to enjoy a beach day and grill out. Would recommend to anyone and would definitely stay again.

  • Jonathan L.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2024

    Stayed Jun 3, 2024

    Great place to stay close to the beach, and close to grocery and restaurants as well. House was extremely well maintained, and clean.

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Total

Includes taxes and fees
$400+
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