Still my favorite beach in the area!…read more The ramp about halfway out to the beach is so nice for my mom who uses a walker. Bathrooms were clean. I have never been during a time when the concession stand was open but that is a nice feature as well.

The lake (Michigan) is so vast like the ocean. It amazes me how it looks like the sea. It's like a…read morebeach with lots of sand and don't forget to wear actual protective shoes and that's a Lyft loss because there are rocks coming out of the sand everywhere so be careful. If you have older persons with wheelchairs and walkers, this is not an easy place to go to, but they could stay near the parking lot and look at the ocean, however. So nice. A lightHouse sits here and it's very romantic esp w the sun going down or up. Lots of places to walk and sit.

Very nice and accessible friendly park. It's a short stroll but peaceful and beautiful. Great place…read morefor fishing and bird watching. Only thing is that parking is very limited.

What a great hike! So calm and peaceful. And the elevated walkways by the canopies are awesome…read more Try and come here if you can. So close to New Buffalo!

IF YOU ARE READING THIS, VISIT THIRD COAST PADDLING!!!! We visited on 6/3. It's a beautiful area to…read moreexplore while being active as well! The equipment was in excellent condition and the staff are WONDERFUL. The young gentleman working on Wednesday June 3 around 2pm was very kind! He offered us some points of interest to look out for along the way and encouraged us to come back over the summer, which we plan to! We had a hiccup with the parking situation but the staff went above and beyond to help us remedy that quickly and efficiently, so THANK YOU to the Oliver for reaching out to us. Please share our gratitude with your entire team-- customer service like this keeps people coming back!!!!! Excellent excellent excellent!

We enjoyed our time. The rental comes with life jackets and the marsh is beautiful. I'm…read moreAn experienced kayaker but what concerns me is that on a busy Sunday only one high school kid was working, there was no instruction as to where to turn back, which way to go, what areas to stay out of, or what wildlife to keep a safe distance from. (And there were swans with babies there. I mean I know that they're one of the most aggressive shore birds that exist, but some city folk don't) The fine print on the confirmation tells you which way to go, but it's a compass direction, not a right or left. There are no signs stating which way to go. Ive lived here over 30 yrs, I don't think I could tell you which way was which. The kid working doesn't say anything, he just shoves you off. Also, there were storms rolling in about 4pm. Anyone working for an outfitter should always be aware of the weather and tell ppl, your reservation is for x mins long, but keep an eye on the sky, or maybe a white board posted with the forecast? I didn't know about having to pay for parking until I got there as it only shows this in fine print AFTER you get your confirmation. Also I arrived on time but they were backed up and being that there was only one person and there's no sign that says "kayakers must pay for parking" both myself and another group had to run back and do the parking stuff after we had waited 15 minutes for our turn. I was pretty frustrated thinking that surely they own their own parking spaces, but the city of new Buffalo as screwed me over once again. Again, I have kids, which means they can only handle paddling for an hour. This stupid parking Situation FORCES you to pay for 3 hrs regardless if you're there or not. I think that's ridiculous and they're doing it to rip off tourists. Well I'm not a tourist, I live 20 mins away. My family has been here since 1989. The only ppl This hurts is the hardworking locals. I think it's dumb that only the ppl living in the city of new buffalo are allowed to get a parking pass. Give me a break. I'm sure plenty of ppl would pay $100 per year for an annual parking pass. Because of this parking nonsense, I'll be investing in my own kayak and SUP and going elsewhere. This parking nonsense has to stop, it's freaking Michigan this is NOT the HAMPTONS. The city needs to get over itself. I'd give it 5 stars but parking plus lack of staff and lack of communication is why I only gave it 3.

We recently stayed at the Sundrop vacation rental in Union Pier for my husband's 40th birthday. The…read morehouse was immaculate and very close to downtown New Buffalo. It truly felt like you were in a home and not simply renting a house that only consisted of the bare bones essentials. There was great attention to detail, and all of the beds were super comfortable. There was the cutest little grocery store within walking distance where we got coffee, fresh squeezed OJ, and breakfast sandwiches in the morning. Meg was so accommodating and friendly throughout the entire process. I would definitely stay at any of her properties in the future.

I can't say enough about the Dahlia property and the exquisite details that the owners have put…read moreinto making the home absolutley majestic. They are so wonderful and easy to work with and have put so much thought into all the details to make sure that guests feel well taken care of.

We just had a relaxing stay at the Black House on Beech, a Juniper Holiday + Home in the charming…read moreVillage of Three Oaks, MI. The company provided a detailed manual of instructions, attractions, and notes (Wi-Fi, lock box) prior to check-in. We were also surprised with some sweet treats and a bottle of wine upon arrival. The Black House on Beech is a small stunner called The Starling. Perhaps The Startling might be more apropos because it is a 2-story 3BR, 2BA house on a small footprint painted a pure matte black. Inside is modern and simple, decorated in black and white. They've considered every comfort -- there's a sauna, a hot tub, fire pit and hammock-- outside. Connect to the house Wi-Fi, watch a movie, play some tunes on the turntable, challenge your companions to a few board games--inside. Or walk a few minutes to Staymaker Restaurant at Journeyman Distillery, stock up on staples at Froehlich's Kitchen & Pantry, or enjoy a casual lunch/brunch at Oaks Eatery. This is a fine getaway for a small group or family. We only had a small mixup with the Wi-Fi but they were very responsive and this was cleared up right away. All the amenities at a small and quiet oasis. We didn't use the sauna but will be ready to try it on a return visit.

Some girlfriends and I celebrated a 50th birthday at Sunset Manor, an absolutely amazing lakefront…read morehome in Grand Beach, MI. The house was beautifully appointed, with a fantastic pool, hot tub, and breathtaking views. But more important than the house was the service and the "little extras" provided by Juniper Holiday + Home. From start to finish, they communicated everything we needed, making the trip easy and enjoyable. When we asked questions about the area and concierge services for our celebration, they were attentive and helpful. I can't say enough great things about the entire experience--my friend loved every moment of her celebratory vacation!

Water, Water Everywhere, Leaking from the Ceiling and Up From the Floors - 400 Beachwalk, Michigan…read moreCity, Indiana If you're searching for a Michigan City vacation rental, Beachwalk Community rental home, Indiana Lake Michigan beach house, or a family-friendly vacation home near the beach, I would strongly recommend looking elsewhere before booking Take It Easy at 400 Beachwalk. Unfortunately, our stay was impacted by multiple major maintenance and water intrusion issues that made large portions of the property unusable. The most concerning issue was large amounts of groundwater leaking up through a floor drain on the ground level, resulting in standing water and creating an unpleasant environment. Additionally, groundwater was overflowing from the ground-level toilet, raising significant concerns about the property's drainage, plumbing, and overall maintenance. The problems became even worse when we discovered that a cracked shower in the upper-level bathroom was leaking substantial amounts of water into a first-floor bedroom below. Water drained through the ceiling for over 12 hours, causing visible damage and making the bedroom unusable for the duration of our stay. As a result, we also lost access to the upstairs bathroom, significantly reducing the functionality of the home and creating a major inconvenience for our group. When you book a premium Michigan City VRBO, Beachwalk resort rental, Lake Michigan vacation home, or Indiana beach getaway, you expect a clean, well-maintained property that is ready for guests. Instead, we dealt with groundwater intrusion, plumbing failures, water damage, moisture issues, and the loss of critical living space. These issues negatively affected our vacation and did not reflect the quality advertised for a Beachwalk Community rental property. For travelers looking for a Michigan City beach vacation, Beachwalk Community lodging, Lake Michigan rental property, Northwest Indiana vacation home, weekend beach getaway, or luxury beach house rental in Michigan City, I would recommend thoroughly researching alternatives and staying far away from this property. The management company, Third Coast Vacations, had to send maintenance people out on four separate occasions to deal with the above issues, further impacting our stay. On the fourth occasion, one stood in the main room, patted me on the shoulder, and told me, "We would be taken care of," insinuating they cared about us. However, after checking out, that could not have been further from the truth. Communication had to be initiated by us for any resolution, and that resolution is a far cry from making up for all that we experienced in this trip. The combination of groundwater flooding, toilet overflow, ceiling leaks, water damage, unusable bedrooms, and loss of bathroom access made this one of the most disappointing vacation rental experiences we've had. Based on our experience, I cannot recommend Take It Easy at 400 Beachwalk, Michigan City, Indiana, and would not consider staying here again or recommending anyone else risk a vacation at this house. EDIT: The owner mentions a "healthy refund" in their response. I guess we have different definitions of what "healthy" and "taken care of" mean from this rental company.

Quick responses from the staff helped me feel more secure and supported. Staying in a new area, it…read morewas nice to have the correspondence. The house was adequate for our stay & had everything we needed and more! The location of the house to everything in town and the beach was good! I will rent from this company again.

They were awesome and found me 2 Beach umbrella anchors the only ones in town and at an awesome…read moreprice thank you

We rented bikes from Outpost while spending a long weekend in New Buffalo. We stopped by in person…read morethe day before to reserve two adult bikes and were told that they would be ready for pickup the next day at 11 am. Unfortunately, when we arrived at 11, the bikes weren't back from the previous rental pickup until close to 12 and then it took additional time for them to get them off the truck, get us helmets, etc. Since we had only rented them for a day, it was frustrating to have to wait around in the store not knowing when the bike truck would show back up. I wish the staff would have had a better understanding of the plans for the next day so that we could have spent our vacation time doing something more fun. Once we got the bikes, they were in good condition and rode well. We enjoyed riding around New Buffalo, Union Pier, and Three Oaks.

A true bed and breakfast with cozy rooms, endless amenities, and beautiful grounds. Staff is kind…read moreand helpful! And food is incredible!

If you are looking for a B&B in southwest MI this place can't be beat. Stayed here for two nights…read morejust for a little girls get away and it was amazing. The inn itself is so well kept and thoughtfully designed. The grounds are stunning and so serene. We were able to take advantage of almost all of the amenities including a free wellness/yoga class, kayaking on the river, biking to the beach, the hot tub/pool, and even a bonfire at night. The staff is so welcoming and provide the most exquisite breakfasts with foods sourced from the farm. Truly cannot say enough great things about this place and can't wait to come back!

This place is it!! They have everything you want/need to make your vacation top notch fun!! We…read morerented bikes (adult and kid size available) for the week and they were delivered to the rental home at no charge. We also rented kayaks that the owner, Art, delivered to the launch site along a nice river. Again, at no charge. Finally, we treated ourselves and the kids and rented a paddleboard for the day to play with in Lake Michigan. Again, no charge for delivery and pick up from the beach. Pain free fun!!! Art and his wife are friendly and knowledgeable and completely accommodating. We will use them again for sure!!

Was on my way to Chicago to purchase eBikes and stopped in to RAR to look around and ended up…read morepurchasing from Art and Shelly. They had scheduled appointment customers they were helping and managed to work us right in without neglecting them. Art and Shelly are fair, knowledgeable and extremely kind. Art spent so much time with us explaining the ebike world to us and making sure we made an informed decision with test rides and answering all our questions. Before we left he made sure everything was fit and working properly to our satisfaction and patiently making changes to our needs. I feel confident Art and Shelly will continue to support our purchase above and beyond should we have any future problems or repairs. Our maiden trip was 18 miles on some hill country that I certainly would not have entertained on my mountain bike. In my late 50's it has opened up a whole new world of possibilities and much needed exercise. If you are considering an ebike go to RAR first!

This cottage is seriously the best!!! If you're looking for a place to rent in New Buffalo... this…read moreis the place!!! I went here for a winter weekend getaway with some girlfriends, and we all had the best time!!! -This cottage is located walking distance from downtown and the beach. So, it's right by all the shopping and restaurants. It's even walking distance to the grocery store if you need to pick up a few things. It's located in a small neighborhood, at the end of a quiet street. -The interior design is absolutely amazing! It's such a cute gem of a place. It's so farmhouse chic... with fluffy blankets, adorable pillows, candles, wreaths... and just everything to make it perfect! The second you walk in, you 100% feel like you're home! The interior design of this house was my favorite aspect of staying here! -Some awesome things... there's an indoor fireplace, essential oil spray for the bedding, a fully stocked kitchen, an upstairs little hidden attic... and then bikes and a pool to use in the summer! I cannot recommend this place enough! Do yourself a favor and take a little vacation here!

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