Sawyer Retreat w/ Fire Pit < 2 Mi to Beaches!
Cottage in Chikaming Township, MI
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner and more
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About this cottage rental
Breezy days on Lake Michigan and cozy evenings around the fire pit await at this cozy Sawyer vacation rental. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath cottage boasts a sunny interior and a private yard with plenty of outdoor seating. Travel just 4 miles to Warren Dunes State Park to swim, hike, or even go hang gliding, then wind down watching the sunset over the lake! With great local vintages at St. Julian Winery and thrilling nights at Four Winds Casino Resort in New Buffalo, your stay will be one for the books.
-- THE PROPERTY --
1,500 Sq Ft | Furnished Patio | Recently Renovated (2024)
Escape to Michigan's West Coast and spend breezy days with your loved ones on the water and exploring the surrounding small-town charms.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress
INDOORS: Flat-screen TV w/ soundbar, dining table, gas fireplace
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, electric stove/oven, drip coffee maker, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, washer & dryer, cleaning essentials
FAQ: 1 exterior security camera (facing out), 3 stairs to access home, quiet hours after 9:30 PM
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE MICHIGAN: Cherry Beach (1.6 miles), Warren Dunes State Park (4.2 miles), Town Line Beach (5.3 miles), Weko Beach Park (7.3 miles), New Buffalo Beach & Boat Ramp (9.0 miles), Oselka's Snug Harbor Marina (9.0 miles), Grand Mere State Park (12.4 miles), Washington Beach Park (19.0 miles), Indiana Dunes National Park (33.1 miles)
OUTDOOR REC: Chikaming Country Club (3.3 miles), Warren Woods State Park (5.0 miles), Galien River Country Park (6.8 miles), Washington Park Zoo (18.8 miles)
DRINKS: Greenbush Brewing (2.4 miles), St. Julian Winery Tasting Room (4.6 miles), Journeyman Distillery (6.0 miles), Haymarket Brewing (6.8 miles), Round Barn Estate (11.3 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Burnison Galleries (3.7 miles), The Acorn (6.1 miles), Vickers Theatre (6.1 miles), New Buffalo Railroad Museum (8.6 miles), Four Winds Casino Resort New Buffalo (9.7 miles), Hesston Steam Museum (9.9 miles)
AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (30.2 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No fireworks allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours after 9:30 PM
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 3 stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera. The camera does not look into any interior spaces
- NOTE: The property sleeps 6 guests in 3 beds with room for an additional 2 guests using the queen air mattress
-- THE PROPERTY --
1,500 Sq Ft | Furnished Patio | Recently Renovated (2024)
Escape to Michigan's West Coast and spend breezy days with your loved ones on the water and exploring the surrounding small-town charms.
Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Living Room: Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Queen Air Mattress
INDOORS: Flat-screen TV w/ soundbar, dining table, gas fireplace
KITCHEN: Well-equipped, electric stove/oven, drip coffee maker, dishware & flatware
GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, washer & dryer, cleaning essentials
FAQ: 1 exterior security camera (facing out), 3 stairs to access home, quiet hours after 9:30 PM
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
LAKE MICHIGAN: Cherry Beach (1.6 miles), Warren Dunes State Park (4.2 miles), Town Line Beach (5.3 miles), Weko Beach Park (7.3 miles), New Buffalo Beach & Boat Ramp (9.0 miles), Oselka's Snug Harbor Marina (9.0 miles), Grand Mere State Park (12.4 miles), Washington Beach Park (19.0 miles), Indiana Dunes National Park (33.1 miles)
OUTDOOR REC: Chikaming Country Club (3.3 miles), Warren Woods State Park (5.0 miles), Galien River Country Park (6.8 miles), Washington Park Zoo (18.8 miles)
DRINKS: Greenbush Brewing (2.4 miles), St. Julian Winery Tasting Room (4.6 miles), Journeyman Distillery (6.0 miles), Haymarket Brewing (6.8 miles), Round Barn Estate (11.3 miles)
ATTRACTIONS: Burnison Galleries (3.7 miles), The Acorn (6.1 miles), Vickers Theatre (6.1 miles), New Buffalo Railroad Museum (8.6 miles), Four Winds Casino Resort New Buffalo (9.7 miles), Hesston Steam Museum (9.9 miles)
AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (30.2 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No fireworks allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Please observe quiet hours after 9:30 PM
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires 3 stairs and may be difficult for guests with limited mobility
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features an exterior security camera. The camera does not look into any interior spaces
- NOTE: The property sleeps 6 guests in 3 beds with room for an additional 2 guests using the queen air mattress
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Chikaming Township, MI
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Reviews
5.0
Beautiful property, many things to do in the area. Good communication with the owner. Would love to return.
5.0
Cute little house in a beautiful wooded neighborhood. Loved the big windows throughout the house, however, some blinds or curtains at night would have made us feel less exposed. There was a moving light of some kind (flashlight? Drone?) Into the bedroom window at different times throughout the night.
5.0
Great location. Great space. Lo bed the fully stocked kitchen and sky lights!
3.0
The house has a VERY musty smell. There are no window coverings on any of the windows. It is a combination of updated and very out of date. Overall, it is a decent place to stay. I loved the sky lights throughout the house.
4.0
This house is in a very nice location. Beautifully wooded, quiet, and safe. It's easy to access, and is really cute on the inside. There's a nice paved sidewalk to Cherry Beach and about a 1.5 mile walk to get there. (or bike ride). The beds are super comfy and soft. Kitchen is very functional. *note that the antique stores and restaurants nearby are not open Monday-Wednesday. But a 20 minute drive to St. Joseph and everything is open, lots of fun! Also, Infusco Coffee Shop a few miles away is really nice!
4.0
We loved the place and the location. The house has tons of windows and light and is nestled in a quiet neighborhood in the woods. Lots of restaurant choices nearby as well as beaches. Our only minor complaint is that it would be nice if there were curtains or blinds on the windows in the downstairs bedroom, we felt very exposed.
There was also a weird incident where another couple showed up in the driveway the second night and said they had booked the place. It had somehow been double-booked by the property management company. It caused an hour of awkwardness while the poor couple had to sort it out,
But we would definitely recommend this place for couples and small families, and would book it again.
5.0
I would go back
5.0
Clean place. It does have a bathtub and working stove. Good location. Comfortable. Glad to have spent a few days there. Would do again.
2.0
The location of this spot was great and the property management was easy to get in touch with. We loved the yard and the fire pit. But, I don't recommend this place for people with young kids. First there is no oven, so cooking is very difficult. Second, there are no doors to the bedrooms so it is very hard to make it quiet for the little kids while they sleep. The bed upstairs is extremely uncomfortable and the drain on the bathtub does not work so we couldn't give our young kids a bath - they are too young to shower so it was very tricky after a day at the beach. Additionally, I know measures have been taken to reduce bugs but there was a pretty bad ant problem. For the pricing of this house I would expect better amenities or at least clarity on what is provided.
5.0
This place is beautiful. The property is tucked back a bit from a small rd. Nestled between trees, the skylights throughout the house make it feel like you are sleeping in the woods. The location is perfect too-only a few miles from Warren Dunes and multiple restaurants and antique shops. Our family had a really nice time.
4.0
We had a fabulous time on our very quick trip. Home is tucked away in the trees and is full of skylights. Could see the stars from the skylights and even heard an owl. Made for a very dreamy, nature-inspired trip. Also, we were only a few minutes from Warren Dunes. My only complaint is that they key device was not working correctly, making it difficult for us to open the door a few times. Also, it was a little tricky figuring out the light switches, but we managed. Would definitely return!
4.0
This home is a little nugget just minutes from Lake Michigan beaches. We enjoyed heading south for a little antique shopping and small downtown vibe and walks on the beach. Fall leaves off the beach are beautiful. Not crowded which is always a plus.
5.0
Overall we enjoyed the property. We really enjoyed the outdoor space and the location. It was a 10 minute drive to get where we wanted to go.
5.0
Harbert Rental
Have been visiting Harbert/Sawyer/ Bridman/New Buffalo areas for 50 years (+). Always like to try different places. We loved that the home was secluded, quiet, well laid out. All the skylights are a plus, especially on moonlit nights. Though we are very familiar with the area, Host provided plenty of info.
Home selection was a GOOD choice!
5.0
Cozy cottage
The house is lovely, cozy decor and very clean. We ran into some weather issues and had to cut our stay short and the owner was very accommodating to our situation.
4.0
Wonderful location.
Great location. Nice place.
Adequate A/C and working plumping, this place would be a 10/10.
5.0
Great Find Tucked Away In The Woods
Our family of 4 (2 young boys) loved our quick getaway from the city to this house that had everything we needed. Plenty of space to spread out with good sized yard for outdoor activities. Beach pass to Cherry Beach allowed us to explore a new beach and we appreciated the parking lot with all of our gear. The owner was immediately responsive on all questions/asks and provided a very warm, hospitable home for our stay. Would book it again in a second if the price and timing is right.
5.0
Extremely nice home and location
We loved the house. It was extremely spacious and filled with light. It was in a great location — peacefully surrounded by trees, but accessible to multiple fun activities. We enjoyed sitting outside on the deck, and in the backyard around the fire pit. We were able to do laundry. The bathroom was spacious and modern. The kitchen had everything we needed.
4.0
Michigan Trip
We could not enjoy the outdoors due to the rain but we made the best of it.
5.0
Lovely little cabin in the woods!
We had a wonderful time staying at this home over Father's Day weekend. The house is well-appointed, and the upstairs area with bed, couch, and desk is especially nice (we loved all the skylights!) The check-in process is super easy, and our hosts made a lot of great recommendations for local spots. It was easy to get to beaches and other little towns, but you'll definitely need a car if you want to get around!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Chikaming Township?
The average price for a rental in Chikaming Township is £266 per night. This rental is £79 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Sawyer Retreat w/ Fire Pit < 2 Mi to Beaches!. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Sawyer Retreat w/ Fire Pit < 2 Mi to Beaches! pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Sawyer Retreat w/ Fire Pit < 2 Mi to Beaches!?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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