Weekend Lost in Time

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Weekend Lost in Time

House in New Buffalo

Stay Information

5
2.5
10
From: $400 per night

Property Details

New Buffalo Michigan Vacation Rental: Convenient to New Buffalo Michigan and Michigan City Indiana. Fireplace. Fire pit. Private beach access. Sleeps 6-8 adult + 2 kids. Max occupancy: 10.

2025 JUST OPENED!!!
(FRI.-FRI. RENTALS ONLY IN THE SUMMER MONTHS)

Well maintained 5 bedroom - 2.5 bath multi-level home. Surrounded by woods, the open floor plan includes a three-season porch, two fireplaces. The home is conveniently located between New Buffalo Michigan and Michigan City Indiana. New Buffalo offers several great restaurants, shops, Four Winds Casino, and the New Buffalo beach. Drive 10 minutes to Michigan City and you have the Outlet Mall, Zoo, Beach, Marina with rentals, and Blue Chip Casino. (Please note: This home does not offer a Master Bedroom with an attached Master Bathroom. All bedrooms are either 6 steps up from the main floor living space or 6 stairs down from the main floor living space.)The closest public beach is in New Buffalo or the Michigan City Indiana beach, which both are located about a 10-minute drive from the home.

We kindly request that guests refrain from hosting large parties or family gatherings out of respect for the neighboring homeowners, many of whom reside here year-round. By fostering a sense of harmony and consideration, we can ensure that everyone enjoys a peaceful and rejuvenating stay.

Bring food, drinks, personal items, and the good times.

This property is well-maintained and equipped for the comfort and convenience of our guests. Our vacation rentals include well-equipped kitchens, living, and dining areas. Linens and towels are provided. Homes have washers and dryers, a dishwasher, central heat and air conditioning, cable/satellite television, DVD players, and high-speed Internet service.

We ask that renters bring condiments, dishwasher soap, laundry soap, extra toilet paper, and convenience items like plastic wrap, aluminum foil, and zip-lock bags. We do not resupply anything during the stay. We provide two rolls of toilet paper in each bathroom, 2 rolls of paper towels, 4 garbage bags, and hand soap in each bathroom so plan according to your needs.

Minimum Age Limit for Renters: The guest signing the rental agreement/contract must be 30 years of age or older (ID at check-in required) and must be responsible for the group during the entire time of the stay.

Maximum occupancy restrictions: The number of guests at any WAYA-managed property can not exceed the maximum occupancy number (or sleeps number). This includes invited guests, friends, or additional family members. Events, parties, or family gatherings are not permitted without express written permission prior to booking.

Sleeping Arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Single Beds

Amenities

Features

  • Air Conditioning
  • Internet - Wifi

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave

Outdoor

  • Deck/Patio
  • Gas Grill

Availability

Location

Policies

Cancellation Policy

The deposit will be fully refunded if the reservation is canceled 30 days before check-in; 50% refund 14-30 days before check-in. No refund will be provided for cancellations made less than 14 days prior to the agreed-upon arrival date. Additionally, there will be no refund in the event of an early departure.

Deposit Policy

At time of booking a 25% deposit is required to secure reservations, calculated as 25% of the nightly rate, taxes, and cleaning fee, minus the damage insurance. Damage insurance is charged in full at time of booking, making the total deposit equal to 25% plus the damage insurance. These fees are automatically charged on our end to your card on file at time of booking. The final payment is due 35 days before your arrival date. Guests can pay the final payment using the credit card on file, Venmo, or Zelle. If paying with the credit card on file, an additional 3% Convenience Fee applies. Please be advised the card on file will be charged to include the 3% Convenience Fee if payment is not received 35 days prior to your arrival/due date. To avoid the convenience fee, guests may use Venmo or Zelle, as long as payment is received before the 30 day automatic billing date.

For Zelle payments,send to quickpay@wayarentals.com.
For Venmo, use @wayarentals.

**Late payments will incur a $25 charge added to the balance.**

Rental rates vary based on seasonality – please select your dates on our online booking calendar for an exact quote.

Guest Reviews

5 out of 5 stars

Based on 5 reviews

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Recent reviews

Great for entertaining

by Christine S.

09/26/2021

5 out of 5 stars

We enjoyed our stay in this property. The many rooms allowed several families to vacation together. The screened porch was a welcome place to relax without dealing with mosquitos! The nearby private beach was closed, but we did enjoy an afternoon at the public beach in New Buffalo. I recommend this property to groups needing multiple bedrooms.

Perfect Friends Weekend

by Mary Beth M.

09/17/2021

5 out of 5 stars

I left a review on the property at VRBO. Let me say here, however, that it was a pleasure dealing with WAYA. We had a couple last minute requests (check-in/check-out times) that were graciously accepted. Thank you to all in the WAYA office!

Great home if easy beach access is not a priority

by Ellen G

08/16/2021

4 out of 5 stars

We chose Lost in Time in New Buffalo because the size and layout of the home allowed us to all stay under one roof for our multi-generational family gathering. It was also close to our home and yet far enough which made us feel like we were on vacation minus significant travel time.

The pictures and description on VRBO pretty much represented the overall layout and the condition of the home and surrounding area. The common spaces were inviting and very comfortable for our family of 8. Nice that the floors in the common areas are wood. It added to the open and clean feeling of the home. The bedrooms were ample and the beds were comfortable. The two full bathrooms and half bath are updated as is the kitchen and the large mudroom with a nice size washer and dryer and wine cooler. The screened-in porch is large and if it was a cooler it would have been nice to spend time there. Possibly if there was a ceiling fan it may have been doable. Fall and early winter (there is a fireplace) it would be perfect!

Ron and his team at WAYA answered many of our questions prior to our arrival which was helpful. We also had a few problems when we arrived (air conditioning and main refrigerator not working) which Ron and his Team took full ownership of and worked diligently to rectify.

Running, walking and bike riding were all accessible and nice in the area of the home. However, beach access was walkable but a hike with no parking available. To make the beach doable for young families and older adults and those who want more ease in getting to and from, there is a golf cart rental company close to the home. Although we chose not to rent one, we were quoted $150.00 for the week which I believe includes delivery and pick up. This year, unfortunately, the stair access was closed for repair and the other access required a fairly large leap from the rocks to the sand. Our adult children managed this with relative ease. The grandparent not so much.

It is important to note the VRBO description says this is a 3 bathroom house, but actually 2.5. There is an outside shower for those who may want to use it but it is a bit overgrown and the water pressure for that shower is subpar.

Overall it is a nice home with a few updates recommended (ceiling fan in porch, add the same flooring to carpeting areas, particularly on the stairs and in the hallway). For us, next time we will choose a home closer and with easier access to the beach... but during non-beach seasons..... a great place, easy drive from Chicago and surrounding suburbs for a large group getaway.

Great Experience

by Logan A.

08/26/2020

5 out of 5 stars

The house was clean and comfortable and had all we needed. We especially loved the 3 seasons room with the fireplace. The ad for this house should mention that the beach isn't really in walking distance. While it was a nice and secluded beach, we really couldn't walk there with 4 kids under 10. We tried the first day and it was too long a walk with the kids, all our stuff and carrying a toddler. We drove the rest of the week but with nowhere to park, that meant someone staying home. Not a big deal just something to consider. All in all, we would definitely come back, it was a great trip!

Nice Updated house

by Teresa S.

08/04/2020

4 out of 5 stars

Overall we really enjoyed our stay at the place - loved the porch, great room, back yard and all the nice updates. We did actually go to the small private beach a couple of times too just had someone drop us off small but not crowded. We had a slight issue with regulating the air conditioning though. Upstairs hotter but downstairs frigid (my kids who were downstairs wore sweatshirts) - it got better over the week as I think the temperatures cooled outside but still rather cold in lower level. The other issue was maybe having more large pots - my brother in law who loves to cook provided that input -- easier for big groups or families if preparing dinners indoors versus going out to eat. Per what he said only two semi bigger pots to use. But again overall we would stay there again as it worked for our group!

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