Ruby's Retreat - 3BR cottage in Sawyer near Warren Dunes - Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Check out the area

Sawyer, MI

Warren Dunes State Park4 min drive
Cherry Beach6 min drive
Warren Dunes State Park Beach6 min drive
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)106 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Ruby's Retreat - 3BR cottage in Sawyer near Warren Dunes

Newly renovated 3BR / 2 BA home located in Saywer, MI near Warren Dunes State Park and Greenbush Brewery! Sawyer is located halfway between New Buffalo and St. Joseph and is ideally situated for exploring all that SW Michigan has to offer. The cottage is located at the end of a private drive just off the Red Arrow highway. Lots of mature trees, large yard area and a huge deck make for the prefect place to relax outdoors. Brand new master bedroom with ensuite bathroom provides a relaxing retreat. The newly remodeled kitchen features light and bright finishes with a large dining area and direct access to the deck and outdoor dining area. Of the two additional bedrooms, one has a full size bed and the other includes two twin size beds. Full size washer/dryer, grill and fire pit are available for use. House also has central air! The house is kid and pet friendly with a selection of games, books and movies for your enjoyment on rainy days. Pets considered on a case by case basis and pet fee will apply. We are within walking distance of a wooded nature trail, walkable to Warren Dunes beach (1 mile from the house), and walking distance to a few nearby restaurant / cafe options. We know you'll enjoy a beach day at the dunes, relaxing in the yard, exploring the booming microbrewery / winery scene, or checking out the shops and restaurants in nearby towns.

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Heidi Wang

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Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total

Separate pet fee will apply

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Harbert

Located in Sawyer, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Captain Mike's Fun Park and Waikiki Jacks. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sawyer, MI

What's nearby

Warren Dunes State Park - 4 min drive
Cherry Beach - 6 min drive
Warren Dunes State Park Beach - 6 min drive
Weko Park - 10 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 18 min drive

Getting around

New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 40 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 6 min drive
Getaway Cubbie Bar - 8 min drive
Lydia's Down Home Cooking - 7 min drive
Journeyman Distillery - 12 min drive
Wolverine Gardens - 14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ruby's Retreat - 3BR cottage in Sawyer near Warren Dunes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Ruby's Retreat - 3BR cottage in Sawyer near Warren Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ruby's Retreat - 3BR cottage in Sawyer near Warren Dunes?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Ruby's Retreat - 3BR cottage in Sawyer near Warren Dunes located?

This family-friendly Sawyer holiday home is located on a lake, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Captain Mike's Fun Park and Warren Dunes State Park Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Adam B.

31 Oct 2023

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

Hidden Gem

This cottage was a real hidden gem. The house was beautifully decorated and clean as a whistle. One of the best places we have stayed at in the area. The fall colors were at peak during our trip and my family had an amazing weekend. The location was close to the Dunes and many great restaurants. Loved that we could bring our dog with us. The host was very responsive and easy to work with. We would definitely recommend and love to come back!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

18 Sept 2023

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

Bday celebration

Love love love this place. Everything is very well thought out. The rooms are spacious and has everything u need. The house was equipped better than anywhere I’ve ever stayed and if u have any questions, they get back with u quickly. Enjoyed lounging in the living room on evening with my besties and making memories. Very warm and inviting. Walked the area in the mornings and enjoyed the beautiful scenery.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eileen P.

23 Aug 2023

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

Wonderful Trip at a Wonderful Home

The house was as advertised - updated and well equipped. The recent renovations were top notch. The house is set in a quite area close to the dunes and local breweries and vineyards. The checkin directions and the book in the house that explained how to use everything were very well done. The house was clean and fresh. This is coming from two engineers and a neat freak. The host was very responsive and pleasant. She checked in several times during the 11 days we were there. Finally, our young yellow lab loved the house, yard and area. We will be back!!!

Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emilie D.

12 Aug 2023

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

Perfect beach getaway

We loved our stay at Ruby’s Retreat. Our family of five was very comfortable. We had a couple rainy days but we’re able to use the owners’ suggestions to find plenty to do. We loved being able to run, walk or drive to the beach. The house had everything we needed, was very clean and had a great aesthetic. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ANGELA A.

24 Jul 2023

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

Peaceful retreat

We very much enjoyed our stay at the house. It’s off the beaten path, but near everything. We had a few beach days of boat day in St Joe, and lots of exploring. The host had so many things for us to do in the home we played board games, read a couple books, did some drawings with the pencils that they had there. We enjoyed the patio and walks around the neighborhood with our dog. It was 4 of us, my husband, our 25 year old and our 13 year old. We loved it!

Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Heidi Wang

Hello! Thank you for choosing our home in Sawyer for your vacation. My husband and I bought the home in 2014 because we fell in love with Sawyer and the surrounding area during our first vacation together a few years prior. We are both architects who live and work in the Chicago area. We love to explore the local breweries, forest preserves, beaches and restaurants, and our dog Ruby loves it all too. She actually thinks we bought the house just for her! We now have two young children who also love the outdoors and going on adventures with us. Since 2014 we've been steadily making improvements to the house and we think you'll really enjoy the cozy interior, expansive deck and yard, bright kitchen and brand new master suite retreat. We hope you have a wonderful stay and are happy to share our home with you.

Why they chose this property

We fell in love with the location, yard, and stately row of pines at this house and saw lots of potential. The neighborhood is quiet with easy beach access and just a short walk to a beautiful nature preserve. We also often see a family of deer wandering the property and a wide variety of birds and hawks flying overhead.