The Whit:Deck the Halls and Dive In: Poolside Holiday Bliss at The Whit
House in New Buffalo, MI
10 guests · 6 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
About this house rental
The Whit
SLEEPS: 10
BEDROOMS: 5
BATHROOMS: 2.5
*Hot Tub
*Heated Swimming Pool (available Memorial Day through Labor Day)
*Near Beach
*1 camera facing driveway
The Whit features 2.5 luxuriously equipped bathrooms with stone-top vanities, high-end fixtures, and glass-enclosed showers and tubs. The master bath includes twin vanities and a walk-in shower. There's also a top-tier washer-dryer combo for convenience.
Outside, enjoy the stunning pool with its expansive deck and a massive Jacuzzi hot tub. There's outdoor dining overlooking the pool, complemented by a cozy fire-pit perfect for evening relaxation under the stars. The property includes five off-street parking spaces.
Located just two blocks from New Buffalo's bustling downtown, you're close to fine dining, galleries, and boutique shopping. A short walk takes you to a pristine Lake Michigan beach. The area offers numerous recreational activities with its large harbor nearby—think boat rentals, kayaking, and fishing cruises. Explore surrounding parks with extensive hiking and biking trails. New Buffalo's Oselka Park features sports facilities, and nearby Union Pier offers additional dining and coffee spots. With such a central location, a myriad of engaging vacation activities are at your fingertips.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: Yes, Central Air
Bathrooms:
Main Floor-
Bathroom 1- Shower/tub, toilet, 2 sinks
Bathroom 2- Toilet, sink
Lower Level-
Bathroom 3- Shower, toilet, sink
Beach/Swimming: A short walk to New Buffalo Beach(.7 miles)
Bedroom Configurations:
Main Level-
Bedroom 1: 2 Twins
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: King Bed
Lower Level-
Bedroom 4: King Bed
Bedroom 5: Queen Bed
Additional sleeping: Queen sleeper sofa
Boats: None provided
Boat Launch: Public boat launch is .9 miles away!
Cable: Not traditional cable but all TV's are capable of streaming!
Cell Phone Service: Excellent service in this area
Coffee Maker: Dual 12 cup/Keurig combo. Coffee and sugar provided
Distances:
* New Buffalo Beach: 3 minutes (0.7 miles)
* Oselka's Snug Harbor Marina: 3 minutes (0.8 miles)
* Galien River County Park: 7 minutes (2 miles)
* Four Winds Casino: 7 minutes (3.4 miles)
* Washington Park Zoo: 16 minutes (10.6 miles)
* Warren Dunes State Park: 17 minutes (13.5 miles)
* Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: 20 minutes (14 miles)
* Fernwood Botanical Garden: 34 minutes (25.6 miles)
* Krasl Art Center: 32 minutes (27.6 miles)
* Curious Kids' Museum: 32 minutes (27.8 miles)
* Notre Dame University: 40 minutes (39 miles)
* Chicago: 1 hour 20 minutes (70 miles)
* Grand Rapids: 1 hour 44 minutes (109 miles)
* Toledo, OH: 3 hours (189 miles)
* Detroit: 3 hours 18 minutes (215 miles)
Dock: Not on property, but marina is just down the street!
Drinking Water: City water
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: Yes, Electric fireplace in lower level
Fire-pit: Yes, wood not provided
Fishing: Nearby in local Harbor
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Golf:
Woodlands Course at Whittaker 5 min (2.9 miles)
Grand Beach Golf Course 9 min (4.3 miles)
Grill: Yes, Natural gas grill
Grocery Store: Barney's 1 min(.2 miles)
Heat: Forced air furnace
Internet/WIFI: Yes, 700 mbps
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: Enough for 3 cars in driveway plus 2 in back. No street parking or parking on the grass.
Pets: Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed. Please Note: Pets are not permitted in the pool or hot tub.
Pool/hot tub: The pool opens around Memorial Day and closes at end of September. This is scheduling and weather dependent. We cannot guarantee the pools past the 22nd or so of September. The hot tubs will remain open all year.
Privacy: In a neighborhood, but backyard has privacy fencing for pool area and Hot Tub
Space: Multi level(Main and lower floor)
Special Features:
Hot Tub
Heated Pool
Seniors: Welcome, there are steps to lower level and to pool
Televisions:
Living Room- 55" Smart TV
Bedrooms- 43" Smart TV's in all bedrooms
Lower Level Living- 55 " Smart TV
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided
Wood: Not provided
SLEEPS: 10
BEDROOMS: 5
BATHROOMS: 2.5
*Hot Tub
*Heated Swimming Pool (available Memorial Day through Labor Day)
*Near Beach
*1 camera facing driveway
The Whit features 2.5 luxuriously equipped bathrooms with stone-top vanities, high-end fixtures, and glass-enclosed showers and tubs. The master bath includes twin vanities and a walk-in shower. There's also a top-tier washer-dryer combo for convenience.
Outside, enjoy the stunning pool with its expansive deck and a massive Jacuzzi hot tub. There's outdoor dining overlooking the pool, complemented by a cozy fire-pit perfect for evening relaxation under the stars. The property includes five off-street parking spaces.
Located just two blocks from New Buffalo's bustling downtown, you're close to fine dining, galleries, and boutique shopping. A short walk takes you to a pristine Lake Michigan beach. The area offers numerous recreational activities with its large harbor nearby—think boat rentals, kayaking, and fishing cruises. Explore surrounding parks with extensive hiking and biking trails. New Buffalo's Oselka Park features sports facilities, and nearby Union Pier offers additional dining and coffee spots. With such a central location, a myriad of engaging vacation activities are at your fingertips.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Air Conditioning: Yes, Central Air
Bathrooms:
Main Floor-
Bathroom 1- Shower/tub, toilet, 2 sinks
Bathroom 2- Toilet, sink
Lower Level-
Bathroom 3- Shower, toilet, sink
Beach/Swimming: A short walk to New Buffalo Beach(.7 miles)
Bedroom Configurations:
Main Level-
Bedroom 1: 2 Twins
Bedroom 2: Queen Bed
Bedroom 3: King Bed
Lower Level-
Bedroom 4: King Bed
Bedroom 5: Queen Bed
Additional sleeping: Queen sleeper sofa
Boats: None provided
Boat Launch: Public boat launch is .9 miles away!
Cable: Not traditional cable but all TV's are capable of streaming!
Cell Phone Service: Excellent service in this area
Coffee Maker: Dual 12 cup/Keurig combo. Coffee and sugar provided
Distances:
* New Buffalo Beach: 3 minutes (0.7 miles)
* Oselka's Snug Harbor Marina: 3 minutes (0.8 miles)
* Galien River County Park: 7 minutes (2 miles)
* Four Winds Casino: 7 minutes (3.4 miles)
* Washington Park Zoo: 16 minutes (10.6 miles)
* Warren Dunes State Park: 17 minutes (13.5 miles)
* Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: 20 minutes (14 miles)
* Fernwood Botanical Garden: 34 minutes (25.6 miles)
* Krasl Art Center: 32 minutes (27.6 miles)
* Curious Kids' Museum: 32 minutes (27.8 miles)
* Notre Dame University: 40 minutes (39 miles)
* Chicago: 1 hour 20 minutes (70 miles)
* Grand Rapids: 1 hour 44 minutes (109 miles)
* Toledo, OH: 3 hours (189 miles)
* Detroit: 3 hours 18 minutes (215 miles)
Dock: Not on property, but marina is just down the street!
Drinking Water: City water
Drugs/Smoking/Fireworks: Freshwater does not permit illegal drugs of any kind on the property. Due to the location of the properties, smoking is strongly discouraged around the home and strictly prohibited in the home. Fireworks are prohibited at a Freshwater location for the safety of all persons in and around the property, even if it is legal in that city.
Fireplace: Yes, Electric fireplace in lower level
Fire-pit: Yes, wood not provided
Fishing: Nearby in local Harbor
Fishing License: A license is required to fish in Michigan.
Golf:
Woodlands Course at Whittaker 5 min (2.9 miles)
Grand Beach Golf Course 9 min (4.3 miles)
Grill: Yes, Natural gas grill
Grocery Store: Barney's 1 min(.2 miles)
Heat: Forced air furnace
Internet/WIFI: Yes, 700 mbps
Linens: Yes, we provide your sheets and linens. Just like a hotel, the beds will be made for you upon arrival. We have just the basic sheets, pillows, pillowcases, and bath towels.
Parking: Enough for 3 cars in driveway plus 2 in back. No street parking or parking on the grass.
Pets: Freshwater Vacation Rentals currently charges $75/per pet for your entire stay. Yes, we do accept dogs, yet we do ask that you please clean up after them both inside and outside the cabin. Plus, if you allow them on the furniture, we do ask that you please bring your own linens/blankets for them to sleep on. Just let us know which bed you will be using with them, and we'll make sure it is ready for your sheets when you arrive. Plus, if the pet hair starts to build, we do ask that you please run the vacuum. Generally, dogs love the water and places to explore. Pet food does tend to attract mice, so vigilance is needed. Please Note: Pets are not permitted in the pool or hot tub.
Pool/hot tub: The pool opens around Memorial Day and closes at end of September. This is scheduling and weather dependent. We cannot guarantee the pools past the 22nd or so of September. The hot tubs will remain open all year.
Privacy: In a neighborhood, but backyard has privacy fencing for pool area and Hot Tub
Space: Multi level(Main and lower floor)
Special Features:
Hot Tub
Heated Pool
Seniors: Welcome, there are steps to lower level and to pool
Televisions:
Living Room- 55" Smart TV
Bedrooms- 43" Smart TV's in all bedrooms
Lower Level Living- 55 " Smart TV
Towels: All bath and kitchen towels will be provided during your stay. Please bring beach towels with you!
Washer and Dryer: Yes, detergent provided
Wood: Not provided
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Family friendly
Map of New Buffalo, MI
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Reviews
5.0
We loved the cleanliness and space in the house. Plenty of areas to gather and spread out. The pool is clean and warm and we were able to be in it all day even as it cooled down toward the evenings. Would definitely stay here again!
2.0
House exterior was not well maintained-weeds and untrimmed trees around pool. Hot tub was murky and exterior light bulbs not working. Even the inflatables were not usable. Poor quality beds and linens, outdoor mats had holes in them, kitchen had the bare minimum essentials to prepare a meal. Would not stay again.
5.0
Great place and location. Loved the house. Would stay there again. Loved the heated pool.
Only recommendation is the pool sides and steps need cleaned.
Thank you.
5.0
If you have a family with kids this is the perfect spot. The pool was what did it. When you’re done with the beach and the kids have a little energy to burn off after dinner but before bed, it’s perfect. The deep end of the pool has to be over 5 1/2 feet, perfect for teenagers. You get to set the hot tub temperature, 99 degrees with the whole family enjoying themselves, in and out of the heated pool and the hot tub. Stairs are there so you have to keep an eye on the little ones, but soooo worth it. Please everyone use the shower downstairs, it’s amazing!
5.0
My family (kids ages 1, 2, 4, and 6) stayed here with another couple who also have 4 kids the same ages. House was clean and felt newly redone on the inside.
Everything was pretty well set up for kids. Doors out to the pool are deadbolted and have added child locks. To get down to the pool off the deck you have to open gate that was too difficult for even the 6 year olds to open independently.
They had a basket of toys, and a bunch of board games. Only child proofing recommendation I would make to those looking at staying here is to bring a baby gate if you have any kids not comfortable on stairs. The stairs leading down to the basement are open to the main floor.
Location is very walkable to town and a longer walk to the beach. This walk is through town though so easy to make a pit stop on the way to/from. The negative about the location is that it is on the main road so can’t really let kids play in front yard.
Overall it’s a great house and we hope to return!
5.0
House was clean and perfect for our family with older kids. We enjoyed the pool, hot tub, and walks to restaurants and the beach.
5.0
I am giving our experience at The Whit five stars - but please read further to make sure it works for your vacation.
We enjoyed our stay at The Whit for three nights - just four of us so the house was the perfect size!! The pool and deck is the largest selling point here! We decided that we are more a "pool family" versus a "beach family," (haha) so the proximity of the house to the beach was perfect and we were able to enjoy the best of both worlds. One night we built a fire in the pit and enjoyed S'mores.
The house is conveniently located and is a short walk to all the wonderful shops and restaurants that New Buffalo has to offer.
The Whit itself is in great condition. The beds are all fairly comfortable but could use some new pillows! The house can sleep ten people but if you're all going to shower before dinners out, there are only two showers. In my opinion that would be the only negative in booking this house with a larger group. For my family of four (teenaged kids) we had plenty of space. There is a sliding door that closes off the bedroom area, so if you had little kids going to bed at an early hour, you could close off the bedrooms and still enjoy the main living space. In addition, the washer and dryer work great!
Lastly, the Whit is pet friendly. We also brought our mini Australian Labradoodle who stayed in his crate while we were gone. There is a hose where we washed him off after the beach. I would recommend this house!
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in New Buffalo?
The average price for a rental in New Buffalo is $516 per night. This rental is $201 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at The Whit:Deck the Halls and Dive In: Poolside Holiday Bliss at The Whit. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at The Whit:Deck the Halls and Dive In: Poolside Holiday Bliss at The Whit. Enjoy the water!
Is The Whit:Deck the Halls and Dive In: Poolside Holiday Bliss at The Whit pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at The Whit:Deck the Halls and Dive In: Poolside Holiday Bliss at The Whit?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.