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

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Adorable Downtown Cottage with Firepit, Fireplace, & Yard - Walk Everywhere provides amenities, such as a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom83 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

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About this property

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

  • Summary:

    Happy Thoughts Cottage



    The Space:

    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 VueStay Vacations. Michigan Real Estate license #6505433797.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Office

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 892 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Guests must be 25 years of age. Any guest under the age of 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian throughout the entirety of the stay.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

About the area

Located in New Buffalo, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center and Silver Creek Event Center. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. Visit our New Buffalo travel guide
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New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with small pebbles and a few scattered rocks.
    New Buffalo Public Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • New Buffalo Township Public Library
    5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • New Buffalo Railroad Museum
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • New Buffalo City Hall
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • New Buffalo Marina Park
    8 min walk - 0.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station
    8 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    42 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino
    9 min drive
  • McDonald's
    3 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill
    10 min walk
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino
    11 min drive
  • Redamak's Tavern
    16 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable Downtown Cottage with Firepit, Fireplace, & Yard - Walk Everywhere pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Adorable Downtown Cottage with Firepit, Fireplace, & Yard - Walk Everywhere?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable Downtown Cottage with Firepit, Fireplace, & Yard - Walk Everywhere?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable Downtown Cottage with Firepit, Fireplace, & Yard - Walk Everywhere located?

Located in the heart of New Buffalo, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of New Buffalo City Hall and Lake Michigan. New Buffalo Railroad Museum and New Buffalo Township Public Library are also within 10 minutes. New Buffalo Station is 8 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 50 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 50 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 50 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 50 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 50 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A cozy cottage in a great location

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.
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy weekend.

Cottage was adorable and very clean. We enjoyed the fireplace and the view of the backyard. Cottage was comfortable and charming.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful little getaway

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!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake life

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Indiana Girls

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
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness

Pretty good - not clean upon arrival

Overall the stay was pretty good, however the home was not cleaned upon our arrival. We spent the first few hours on the phone trying to figure that mess out. Not a great way to start your vacation - trying to figure out if you’ll have clean bedding to sleep in. Other than that, the place was pretty good. The location is really great. it’s a bit of a hike to the beach, but really close to the shops and restaurants. If you have little ones like us, I would not expect to walk to the beach. We rented a golf cart from a local place and it made the trip awesome. The home was in good shape outside of the cleaning fiasco. They provide basic kitchen utensils, the living area was enjoyable, bathroom and kitchens are fairly well finished and felt overall clean (after the cleaners left). The living room area has lots of nice daylight and was enjoyable. The streaming device was a bit clunky, super slow and really only had Netflix. If you plan to stream any tv I recommend bringing your own setup. WiFi was fast enough to stream otherwise. We enjoyed the outside area during the evening. Overall the cottage was really enjoyable, but the lack of cleaning upon arrival was a bit of a fiasco. Caused a lot of unnecessary stress. I like the house itself a lot, but I’d really need to think hard about renting again due to the cleaning issue.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend

Great location - walking distance to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

We really enjoyed Happy Thoughts Cottage. It was clean, quiet, comfortable and tastefully decorated. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for a couple or small family

Location near the beach is great. The fire pit in front is perfect!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very cute place with everything we needed. Great location.

We loved all of the windows.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nice and quiet , walk to everything

Clean, quiet and easy access to town
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

The house was great. Loved the décor.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage near the heart of down. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and comfy home!

This was such a great place! Quick walk into town and the beach, and we each had a place to read alone. Great for a small family!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great home for family of 3-4

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.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cabin near the lake

excellent location close to everything, very clean place and easy check in check out. Highly recommended!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great stay!

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!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cozy and convenient

Beautiful cottage with everything you need for a wonderful stay. Walk to the beach, restaurants and shops. Highly recommend for couples getaway.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Michigan getaway!

This house was absolutely perfect for a weekend getaway with my husband! It’s such a cute house, and the yard is so nice, and the house is so cozy!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cute, Cozy, and Perfectly Located

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!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great house, great location!

You will not be disappointed!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

8/10 Good

It was cute and nice. But overpriced

Proximity to downtown
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Second stay

We love Happy Thoughts. The location is wonderful. It is a very welcoming and homey cabin that is well appointed and maintained.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Hideaway

We had a delightful long weekend close to everything the area has to offer. The house was super cosy, and we made ample use of the fire pit, kitchen, and outdoor dining spaces. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021