Adorable Downtown Cottage with Firepit, Fireplace, & Yard - Walk Everywhere

New Buffalo, Michigan
$321 avg/night
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 4

Max Sleeps

Happy Thoughts Cottage

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With incredible wall-to-wall windows that let the natural light pour in, this quaint cottage tucked away in a quiet neighborhood of New Buffalo will place you mere blocks from the heart of downtown. Step inside to find a beautifully maintained, air-conditioned space with whimsical decor, vaulted ceilings, and an open-concept kitchen and dining area that give the home a decidedly spacious feel. Enjoy a kitchen with every essential and a peninsula breakfast bar, a dining space with a beautiful wood table, and a living room with a large, comfortable sectional sofa, a gas-powered fireplace, and a wall-mounted flatscreen TV.

Soak up the summer sunshine outside on the front deck, where cafe tables and chairs overlook the large, fenced-in yard with a lush lawn, mature trees, and an in-ground firepit surrounded by comfortable Adirondack chairs. There's also a rear patio with a grill for outdoor cooking, a table with seating for four, and an outdoor shower to welcome you home from New Buffalo Beach (three-quarters of a mile north) each afternoon. At night, two comfortable bedrooms - one with a queen-size bed and one with a pair of twin beds - and a full bathroom are adjacent to the kitchen.

And for those who love a nice stroll, downtown New Buffalo is only a two blocks away, offering great shopping and wonderful eateries.

Things to know:
Streaming TV services available
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan, LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

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

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • 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

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 892 Sq Ft (83 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Refrigerator Spices Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Internet Access
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Garden Patio
  • BATHROOMS

    1 Bathroom Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English French German Italian Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Ice Skating Nearby Jet Skiing Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Surfing/body Boarding Nearby Swimming Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Video Library TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Hospital Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: Smoking Is Not Permitted Anywhere On The Premises. Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 4

Map Map

School District Rates & Availability

Review Review

  • Rob D.

    Submitted Oct 2, 2025

    Stayed Sep 27, 2025

    Everything was great! We'd stay here again for sure! Perfect location as we walked all over New Buffalo. Only recommendation is for the property owner to provide SmartTV's so guests can stream their own accounts. We weren't there to watch TV, but at night it's nice to watch sports, news, movies, etc.

  • Josh W.

    Submitted Aug 22, 2025

    Stayed Aug 18, 2025

    Great cottage near the heart of down. Thanks for everything!

  • Kathy S.

    Submitted Aug 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 1, 2025

    Great location - walking distance to everything!

  • Nicole K.

    Submitted Jul 22, 2025

    Stayed Jul 13, 2025

    We had an amazing time. The cottage was perfect for us. The front yard was beautiful and allowed our kids to have plenty of room to play. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful. Loved it!

  • Kathleen T.

    Submitted Jul 13, 2025

    Stayed Jul 11, 2025

    This house exceeding our expectations for cleanliness. It is a quiet neighborhood and had everything we needed. Walkable to downtown New Buffalo. I would definitely stay here again.

  • Erin M.

    Submitted Jun 30, 2025

    Stayed Jun 23, 2025

    We had the best stay at this thoughtfully built and furnished home. Close to downtown New Buffalo and within walking distance of all the best the town has to offer, the rooms and beds were very comfortable, clean, and had everything we needed for a great week with two kiddos in tow. We’ll miss the beach and quiet evenings in the yard. Can’t wait to visit again!

  • Kristen H.

    Submitted Jun 23, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Proximity to downtown

  • Tammy G.

    Submitted Jun 19, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    Easy walk to downtown which is what we wanted! We brought our baby and toddler and were out of the house most of our stay but after the kids went to bed, the living room was a great space to relax and play games and far enough from the rooms so the kids couldn’t hear us. We drove to the beach which was still very close.

  • Stephenie L.

    Submitted Nov 22, 2024

    Stayed Nov 14, 2024

    Cottage was adorable and very clean. We enjoyed the fireplace and the view of the backyard. Cottage was comfortable and charming.

  • Submitted Oct 13, 2024

    Stayed Oct 11, 2024

    We had a relaxing stay at Happy Thoughts cottage- it’s the perfect size for 2-3 people, true to listing but even better in person. We loved the sunroom area, it was where we hung out the most, the kitchen was well stocked, even though we didn’t cook! There are several restaurants within walking distance. Thanks for a relaxing stay!

  • Ann N.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2024

    Stayed Sep 20, 2024

    The room in the house was fantastic even though it’s a small home it is absolutely big in features. The beds were very comfortable. The air conditioning worked well. The proximity of the property couldn’t be better. It was a five star all the way around

  • Josie R.

    Submitted Sep 5, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    This is our second time at Happy Thoughts Cottage. We love the cozy den, front yard for kids to play, and walkability to the main street.

  • Gail A.

    Submitted Sep 1, 2024

    Stayed Aug 25, 2024

    We loved all of the windows.

  • rhiannah l.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 26, 2024

    We absolutely loved staying here! Just steps to the downtown and an easy walk to the beach. We had our 4 y/o with us and just carted her around in the wagon. The house is wonderful. Clean. Newly updated. We’d def stay here again!

  • Stephen W.

    Submitted Jun 26, 2024

    Stayed Jun 20, 2024

    Cute little cottage home

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$321+
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