Peaceful Family Getaway!

Our second stay and we’ll be back!

We needed a place to hold a lot of family, including babies and toddlers. This house lacked for nothing and the check in/out process was a breeze. We couldn't have been happier with the accommodation, the arrangements and with Ellen and Todd. They were so easy to communicate with and when we had a question or had to make a change they couldn't have been nicer or easier to help out. The house is located in a quiet spot just outside town and the location was good for us...both because we were close to other family and because it is just a great, lovely neighborhood and not out of the way or too far from anything. We would all highly recommend the house and Ellen and Todd. We would also rent again when we come back next time.

We (4 adults and 7 children) all had a great stay. The house was as described. Well-stocked with the basics and beyond. We can tell the owners took time to think of everything guests would need to make their stay comfortable. Walked to the beach a couple times and enjoyed the scenery. The screened-in patio was our favorite room.

Our stay was everything we could have hoped for. The hosts were great with communication, even answering many questions before we booked. The house was spotless when we arrived, the kitchen was stocked with anything you could need, and the family room and 3-season rooms were great for relaxing. Even in the cold months, the outdoor firepit was a wonderful place to spend time while the kids played on the turf. We stayed over a cold Thanksgiving week, but can not wait to come back in the summer months to spend time on the beach.

We had a great time. The house was even nicer than the pictures!

This house was absolutely perfect for our girls’ weekend. Beautiful, well-equipped, comfortable, plenty of space and a stellar location. We will be back for sure!!

This is my second time renting this property. Great setup with close proximity to beach, coffee shop and restaurants. It’s a relaxing getaway just a short drive from Chicago. Will definitely be back and communication with owners was beyond expectation!

This house was perfect for our family of eight. Everything was super clean and well designed. We spent most of our time on the screened porch- we loved that we could seat everyone at the table and also watch tv on the sectional in the morning. The fire pit and bocce court out front were an added bonus. It was about a two block walk to the beautiful beach. We will definitely be back!

This is a great house. It had everything we needed for a wonderful beach vacation. Beds and furniture are comfortable and in great condition. Kitchen was well stocked but not over crowded like some rentals. The large screened in porch was perfect for large family dinners. We enjoyed the bocci ball court most evenings. Gas fire place is real plus. We’ll be back.

Gorgeous home, very new and clean with great layout and amenities. Space for everyone and really well appointed. The common spaces, both inside and out, are great for gatherings. The bedrooms are spacious, quiet and really comfortable. Kitchen and bathrooms are high end. Private beach is a couple of blocks away. Owners are great communicators and very nice people.

Our family's new favorite place! Everything about this home was was perfection...the cleanliness, the location, the excellent and kind communication with Ellen and the fact that every detail was thoughtfully considered for guests. Our kids are aged 15-23 and their reactions as they walked into the home were priceless. We enjoyed quality family time playing bocce ball on the turf, s'mores by the fire pit, and games in the beautiful porch. The home is surrounded by beautiful trees and felt very safe, a peaceful getaway for our busy family. The beach is just a short walk and was truly beyond our expectations! Our first night we arrived in time to see the most beautiful sunset and each day we enjoyed time at the beach. The sand is soft and the water clear and the home had beach chairs, a wagon, and a Maui mat for guests to use. Coming down the stairs and seeing the beach will always be a special memory, it is magical!The Lakeside area is ideal for a peaceful getaway. Our daughters enjoyed getting coffee at the Whistle Stop each day and we loved that it was not a busy area and yet only a short drive to restaurants, grocery stores and Warren Dunes State Park where we enjoyed a beautiful hike. We loved this home so much that we extended our stay and our kids asked if we can make this a place we visit again and again. I give my highest recommendation to anyone, it was the perfect home for our family getaway and we are so grateful we found it!

This house was great! Very clean, felt brand new, perfect for a large group! Spent most of our time in the back screened in porch and the front yard. Great communication throughout the booking process too!

This beautiful home was the perfect fit for our group of 10 women. Everyone was extremely pleased with the accommodations. Plenty of bedrooms/beds/bathrooms. Well-equipped kitchen. The 3 season room was everyone’s favorite room!! Loved sitting on the couch, with the overhead heater on the chilly mornings. The perfect spot for drinking coffee. And the large table in the 3 season room was perfect for playing board and card games. There is so much to do in the immediate area. The town of New Buffalo has some fabulous restaurants and bars. We hired a limo and checked out several nearby wineries and breweries. I just can’t say enough good things about this home. The owners, Ellen and Todd were exceptional hosts. Answered questions in a very timely manner. We can’t thank you enough for sharing your gorgeous home with us.

Perfect Perfect! House is amazing and plenty of room to spread out with a big group. Todd and Ellen are great hostsfandbanareandfrplacetogetherv

The house was perfect for a group of couples. Every bedroom has it's own bathroom. The property was very clean, the screened in porch with heather was our favorite spot to hang during the chilly spring weather. Ellen was very attentive and had great communication.

This is our 2nd time staying at this home. We absolutely love everything about it Cleanliness, location, ( we love the walk to Lake Michigan)fire pit, bocce ball court and lots of beautiful family time. Thank you, Sue and Rich F.Warplanning our 2026 Sclean, clean,

Great place to stay Ellen and Todd are the best host. They answer any issues right away when you call will stay here again. Thanks for a great place for my family to stay.

The home was impeccable . It had all the amenities required for a great couples retreat. The beds were so comfortable that I felt like I was sleeping on clouds. You will definitely get your rest and fully rejuvenated!!!

This house is amazing. We had such a wonderful experience! Clean, beds are amazing! The host was great! We will definitely be back to stay again!!

The owner Todd was very helpful during our stay. The house had everything we needed while we were therem. I would book again and again.

Had a small bachelor weekend with 8 people. House was comfortable, with a very nice screened in room in the back, great for enjoying the fall weather.

We had an amazing time, the owners thought of everything that made our stay so great! I would highly recommend staying at this property! Thanks for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!

We had a great family weekend. The house felt like home! We made so many fun memories. We will be back!