Modern Farmhouse Just Steps From Town and Lake Michigan w/Heated Pool!

New Buffalo, Michigan
$696 avg/night
Bed 4

Bed

Bath 3

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Home Private Vacation Home

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Sleep 12

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Part of the beautiful Merchant Street Cottages in New Buffalo, MI, there’s no need to look any further for your getaway accommodations! We are one of the newest cottages in town! More photos @cottageonwhidbey

Just 2 blocks from downtown New Buffalo and a 10 minute walk to the best beach in Michigan, this roughly 2,700 sq. ft. Cottage was smartly designed for vacations of just about any size group. Situated at the end of a private lane and with no street in front of the house,you’re on your own here! 4 bedrooms (3 queens, 2 twins, queen sleeper sofa & queen air mattress) and 3.5 baths spread across 3 floors with 2 separate living areas, a rear screened-in patio and covered front porch, pool table, two large TVs with streaming cable, Netflix, Amazon Prime, etc,, natural gas grill and bikes just about sums it up…Not to mention a secret loft stocked with books and games for the kiddos (we also have about ALL the baby items you'll need, so no need to pack much)! Oh - And don’t forget the heated community pool exclusively for Merchant Street Cottage guests just three houses down from our front door! The pool is typically open mid-May through end of September!

The vibe throughout the cottage is that of a modern farmhouse, giving you the feel of a relaxing getaway with all the comforts of home. Cook a meal in the gourmet kitchen and enjoy it at the custom-made 8-person farmhouse dining table surrounded by windows overlooking beautiful landscaping & flagstone patio w/cafe lights! Flip on the gas fireplace, sync your phone to the Bluetooth speaker to set the soundtrack of your stay and pour yourself a glass of your favorite beverage to unwind. Or head downstairs to the finished basement to liven it up with a game of pool, settle in for a movie on the 65” flatscreen or hang out in the lounge area by the pool table and play some cards or one of our many modern board games.

Want to be outside Of course you do! Just head out to one of the two covered porches that offer comfortable settings with overhead fans to keep everyone cool on those hot summer days. The rear screened-in porch is a perfect spot for escaping the ‘skeeters, opening out to a flagstone patio where you can fire up the natural gas barbecue and gather around the picnic table. The front porch is a great spot for the whole family, as this quiet end lot offers up a private setting so you can enjoy a cup of coffee from the coffee bar while the kids burn off some energy in the yard, which blends into a large community garden area. Grab our cruiser bicycles from the garage to pedal to town or the beach, down Marquette Street to scope out the lakefront mansions or check out the natural beauty of Harbor Country on one of the self-guided bike tours of the Backroad Bikeways.

Don’t fret - The house is fully equipped for your social media, cable, Netflixing and general web surfing needs. Two Smart TVs will ensure that you’re able to unwind and watch some tube, if that’s what you want! TVs are dialed in to provide everyone with streaming Xfinity cable, Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and a plethora of other TV apps.

Quite honestly, we began to lay out the “Things to Do” portion of this listing and realized the picture we were trying to illustrate is already perfectly detailed at http://newbuffaloexplored.com. Go there - Trust us, it’s unlike any other Harbor Country portrayal out there and will get the juices flowing for your trip planning purposes.

The bottom line is that we’re two and a half blocks from the heart of New Buffalo (shopping, wine tasting, dining, casino shuttle, nightlife, ice cream, farmers' market and more), a 10-minute walk to the beach and a short trip to anywhere and anything you want to do on your trip to Harbor Country!

If you’re from Chicago, go ahead and skip this next paragraph, but the rest of you will be excited to know that in just over an hour you can be downtown Chicago! Take a quick walk to the Amtrak station in the center of town and hop on the train, which drops you off at Union Station and returns to New Buffalo a few times each day. Or for more frequent train departures to the city, check out the South Shore Line from one of many stops in the surrounding cities (ex, Michigan City).

About 20 years ago we accidentally stumbled upon New Buffalo and fell in love with the town. Over the years we keep coming back, making countless memories over numerous stays. We were able to turn our love for the area into a passion project, and now we can’t wait to share our Cottage with you!

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

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels 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

    4 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2700 Sq Ft (251 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Recommended Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Garden Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Heated Pool Outdoor Pool Private Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    3.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Shampoo Shower Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Basketball Nearby Bicycle On Site Boat On Site Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Golfing On Site Kayak On Site Marina Nearby Mountain Biking Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sailing Nearby Sledding Nearby Snow Sports Gear Tennis On Site Windsurfing Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Games Pool Or Billiards Table Stereo Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Stair Gate Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Note From Host: No Smoking In The House Or On Screened-in Patio Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 07:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

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School District Availability

Review Review

  • Mike F.

    Submitted Mar 11, 2026

    Stayed Mar 5, 2026

    Wonderful home in a great location, very close to downtown NB. Plenty of space for a group. Hosts were accommodating and responsive - everything was easy. Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a clean, well-decorated, comfortable place to stay in the area. Thanks again!

  • Amanda S.

    Submitted Nov 17, 2025

    Stayed Nov 14, 2025

    Wonderful house for family vacation. Tons of baby and kids stuff as well as general amenities for bath, kitchen, Etc. Central location within walking distance to downtown New Buffalo area and beach.

  • Sara S.

    Submitted Oct 24, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    This is a great place to stay! Pictures do not do it justice. Decor was amazing. Very comfortable beds. Plenty of room. Walking distance to Amtrack and the main downtown area. Will definitely book again!

  • margaret l.

    Submitted Oct 12, 2025

    Stayed Oct 10, 2025

    Amazing home and wonderful hosts! The house was spotless, comfortable, and full of charm. We were here for a wedding weekend and couldn’t have asked for a better stay. Only wish we had more time to enjoy it!

  • Michael A.

    Submitted Sep 21, 2025

    Stayed Sep 13, 2025

    Great location and comfy bedrooms! We’ve stayed here a few times and it’s always been perfect.

  • Samantha D.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 5, 2025

    Home is exactly as pictured and very well stocked with everything we needed. Would love to rent again!

  • Richard H.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Aug 11, 2025

    Our third stay at this property. It just gets better every year!

  • Gretchen O.

    Submitted Aug 14, 2025

    Stayed Aug 7, 2025

    The house is cozy and very well appointed. Communication was great! Beds comfy, perfect location and cute neighborhood- loved the pool. We ended up at Whidbey when another house in the neighborhood sold to a new owner who wouldn’t honor our booking we made with the previous owner and wanted a week long stay. I’m so glad we ended up at Whidbey!

  • Jean O.

    Submitted Jul 29, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    Clean, well stocked rental. So appreciated the crate of rolled up beach towels that we could grab on the way out the door. Teens loved the independence the bikes gave them. Owners were very responsive and helpful. Very convenient for our New York and Chicago family to arrive on the train just blocks from our rental. First time staying in New Buffalo. It’s going to be our “go to” Lake Michigan spot. It was a great week.

  • Thomas L.

    Submitted Jul 15, 2025

    Stayed Jul 5, 2025

    The Cottage on Whidbey is a wonderful place to stay! Our second year in a row and hoping for a third time soon! Geoff and Sarah are kind and accommodating hosts. The Cottage is clean, comfortable and well-stocked. The New Buffalo area is such a fun place to visit, so many things to see and do. I highly recommend!

  • Kevin D.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    Location couldn’t be better, walked everywhere even with little ones. Plenty of room for everyone and space, toys, supplies etc. 100% would stay here again.

  • Lynn D.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 15, 2025

    This beautiful home was the perfect place to bond with our adult children. We each had our private space (bedroom & bathroom) but were able to fit at the nice size dining table for meals, games perfectly! We loved the covered front porch with the ceiling fan. It was private and a great place for coffee/cocktails.

  • Malissa T.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    Absolute perfection!!

  • Betsy R.

    Submitted Jun 7, 2025

    Stayed May 31, 2025

    This is our third summer at Geoff and Sarah’s place. It is INCREDIBLE and we can’t say enough about it. The place is beautiful, laid out well, clean, easy access to the pool, a short walk to downtown and/or the beach…it has every ingredient for a perfectly awesome vacation. And the hosts are not only easily accessible for questions but they are also friendly. We love it there!! Many Thanks, Betsy Robbins and family

  • Alicia T.

    Submitted May 18, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Sarah and Geoff are very organized making the check, stay, and checkout a smooth process without any questions! The cottage is well stocked with all the things you would need to cook with in the kitchen, plenty of towels, and is in a great location! Very thankful for a weekend getaway here with some great people!

  • Deb M.

    Submitted May 4, 2025

    Stayed Apr 27, 2025

    Fabulous house loaded with all the comforts of home. Perfect place for our girls trip to reconnect and make memories. The house is very inviting with the decor and great location for walking to town.

  • Jenny B.

    Submitted Apr 15, 2025

    Stayed Apr 11, 2025

    The entire process of booking, communication and house was amazing. Sarah and Geoff were so kind, and responsive.

  • Submitted Mar 31, 2025

    Stayed Mar 28, 2025

    This location and home were perfect for our needs!! We were meeting my brother’s family from Chicago and this was a good half way spot! The home and its location were perfect! The hosts were great and responded quickly to any questions! Definitely want to come back!!

  • Stephanie B.

    Submitted Mar 28, 2025

    Stayed Mar 25, 2025

    Our family of 8 stayed here for 3 nights and had a wonderful time of connecting. The house was large enough for us to spread out some when needed, but also cozy enough to have great gathering times for meals, movies, games, and talking. This is by far the most well-stocked vacation house we have ever rented! I always bring extra toilet paper and even dish rags with us, because there is typically never enough for a large family in a vacation rental. This home had everything! Plenty of towels, TP, dish soap, etc. Also, there were even many games and fun little ‘luxuries’ for a vacation… great coffee K-Cups, fun mugs, candles and twinkle lights, lovely smelling hand soaps/lotions, bikes and helmets available, and some interesting kitchen gadgets… We made waffle cones for the first time here! A short walk to the grocery for ice cream- and it was a fun family evening. We were able to park our vehicles and then walk everywhere… the beach, the grocery, Starbucks, Souvenir shops, and even visited the local library!The owners were extremely kind and communicated well. We hope to visit again!

  • Ann W.

    Submitted Mar 26, 2025

    Stayed Feb 28, 2025

    This house is adorable, very clean, and a short walk away from downtown shops, restaurants, and the lake. We loved everything about it! Owners were very responsive to questions we had before arrival and provided clear information that we needed for our stay. I would highly recommend this property to anyone visiting the area!

  • Debbie L.

    Submitted Dec 26, 2024

    Stayed Dec 21, 2024

    The house was brilliant, extremely clean and close to everything. Geoff was a great host and was always helpful and quick at responding to any questions. Would 100% recommend! House was decorated beautifully for the holidays-thank you for making Christmas memories for me and my family.

  • Katie F.

    Submitted Nov 30, 2024

    Stayed Nov 26, 2024

    Wonderful property and hosts, close to everything that SW Michigan has to offer. House is fully stocked and was a perfect option for our family Thanksgiving celebration!

  • cathy m.

    Submitted Nov 14, 2024

    Stayed Nov 9, 2024

    The absolute perfect home and location to have our family gather from afar for birthday celebrations. Made lasting memories! The house is so inviting!!! Everything you can think of was provided.

  • Mary B.

    Submitted Nov 7, 2024

    Stayed Nov 2, 2024

    The location was perfect and the house was amazing. Plenty of space and well appointed. Every single need was met. We had a great time on our friend-cation.

  • Mellody B.

    Submitted Oct 27, 2024

    Stayed Oct 25, 2024

    Our rental was so clean, amazing location, excellent beds and linens, quiet but walking distance to everything. It was very well stocked from seasonings to paper products, including to go cups for our walks. I will be back. If you have a toddler or infant, this home has everything!

  • Kelly L.

    Submitted Oct 16, 2024

    Stayed Oct 12, 2024

    WOW! The Modern Farmhouse exceeded our expectations. Honestly, it deserves over a 10/10. It was an absolutely gorgeous home in a cute, quaint neighborhood walkable to the beach and main drag of New Buffalo. The house was spotless and larger than pictured. The host was very communicative. They clearly put a lot of love and effort into providing a beautiful place to stay. We will definitely be back! Thank you!

  • Mike D.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2024

    Stayed Aug 26, 2024

    We had a great stay here with our family. Responsive owners, beautiful home! Close to town and the beach.

  • John K.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 7, 2024

    Was a quick 2 day get away but we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is in great condition, very charming, and the location is excellent. About an 8 min walk to beach which worked well as well had mostly teenagers with us. We honestly don't have any critiques. If we were to nitpick the pool was packed entire time we were there and is a bit small for how many people are in that neighborhood. Everything else was simply great.

  • Lara A.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Jul 21, 2024

    This house has the best location which is close to the beach, shops and restaurants while also being secluded enough to make for a relaxing vacation. This is our second Summer staying at the Cottage on Whidbey as it has everything from cooking at home to bikes for exploring and a access to a community pool. It also has plenty of activities inside the house to do including playrooms and lots of outdoor hangout spaces. Perfect getaway house!

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