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LOST IN TIME: Close to private beach and town. Two Fireplaces. Fire pit.

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Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player
Terrace/patio
Beach
Interior

Reviews

9.0 out of 10

Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathrooms167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

LOST IN TIME: Close to private beach and town. Two Fireplaces. Fire pit.

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.

Property manager

Waya Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Car required

Food and drink

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms

Bathrooms

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1800 sq ft (167 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

77256

About the neighborhood

Map
New Buffalo, MI

What's nearby

  • Michiana Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Local - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Shady Creek Winery - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 11 min drive - 9.2 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 18 min drive - 11.4 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 16 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬17 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is LOST IN TIME: Close to private beach and town. Two Fireplaces. Fire pit. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at LOST IN TIME: Close to private beach and town. Two Fireplaces. Fire pit.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at LOST IN TIME: Close to private beach and town. Two Fireplaces. Fire pit.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is LOST IN TIME: Close to private beach and town. Two Fireplaces. Fire pit. located?

Situated in New Buffalo, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Michiana Beach and Lake Michigan. Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Duneland Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

LOST IN TIME: Close to private beach and town. Two Fireplaces. Fire pit. Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 23 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kenneth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Leslie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, well stocked, not cool
There was plenty of information pertaining to house rules, but we did not find any guidance for the HVAC system or the gas fireplace. The latter was no big deal -- the house was chilly for the first 12 hours and a fire would have been nice but was by no means essential. The former, however, was unfortunate. The three bedrooms on the main/upper level were hot and stuffy in mid-80 temperatures. Did our best to figure out the thermostat, and certainly the lower level bedrooms were cool, but upstairs was uncomfortable. No, we did not call for guidance. We were gone all day every day, returning at 10 p.m. or later--too late to call. Otherwise, it was all great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Della C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet relaxing vacation
The house was clean & welcoming. The beach and play ground were close by but directions and recommendations would have been helpful. Found the private beach access the last day.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

2/10 Terrible

charles b.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Lost in time
The landscaping for the property was non existent. I had to personally cut back poison ivy and oak that were growing from unkempt bushes that hung over the driveway. Weeds were growing uncontrollably throughout what should have been lawn. It did not appear that the grass was cut in several weeks. The trees needed to be cut back. The outside of the house stood out from the rest of the block which was clean, clear and well maintained. When guests asked for directions I gave them the address and told them to look for the scary house with the gray siding. There was a propane grill though it was disgusting. I spend a significant amount of time cleaning it before I even considered using it. The description of the back yard and the fire pit was misleading as again it was not maintained, the fire pit was small and rusted out and several of the chairs were broken. The good is that the house is well stocked with towels linens and appliances. The beds were comfortable. Expressed my concerns directly to the Waya rental agency and still have not heard back. While I was reluctant to post such a review, I am not satisfied that they would make any changes without posting my thoughts. I paid a lot of money for a two week rental and expected a much more positive experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

michael b.

Liked: Cleanliness
B review
Great time and beautiful property
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious house in Michiana
The property is well kept and comfortably furnished. We enjoyed our Thanksgiving weekend on the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roy Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
Beautifully remolded home. It was great having the bedrooms away from the other areas of the house. We loved the back porch, actually saw two deer while having dinner one night.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bonnie H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect house
What a perfect house for our family. Spacious living room and sun porch, lots of comfy places to sleep (my nephews loved the bunk/trundle bed). Great layout for gatherings and also if you want some time away from the group. House had everything we needed. Ron/Waya Rentals was great. Only a 10 minute drive to town made the location great.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Miyuki C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for Families
Our family stayed at this property July 25th-29th 2022. For 7 adults and a 2 year old it was a wonderful stay..Nice and quiet, plenty of room to sleep,friendly neighbors. We would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

John W.

Liked: Cleanliness
21st Annual Thanksgiving Family Get-together
So, every year my family gets to spend 3-4 days together in one vacation home. Lost in Time was a very nice rental. It was quaint, clean and comfortable. I would certainly stay there again except for one flaw. The website is somewhat misleading about the Deck/Patio and fireplaces. The idea of a fireplace in the patio room suggests a cozy spot to sit and enjoy the fire during the colder months. However, the flimsy window coverings make it just a notch above a screened-in porch. It was just as cold inside as it was outside (35-40 degrees during our stay). There was a fresh cord of wood in the grill area, but the house rules stated that renters needed to buy their own wood at the local gas station. At $7.00 for a 4–5-piece bundle of kindling, in a ventilated, 40 degree, 15x30 foot room, you will not find it very feasible to spend any time there. We didn’t. Otherwise, I’m sure the home would be great for a summer stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Friends Weekend
The house was beautiful and just perfect for our friends weekend. The screened porch, large living room and fire pit were great gathering places.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

6/10 Okay

Grayson H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great potential, but needs work to live up to the listing
Our family wanted to love this as-advertised "Exceptionally well maintained" property, but there were just too many problems encountered: (1) only two full baths instead of 3 full baths as advertised (Property Management has since revised the listing to indicate 2.5 baths - too late for us); (2) large French Door refrigerator pictured in the listing replaced with a much smaller refrigerator; (3) no screens on any of the 5 bedroom windows, making fresh air in the sleeping areas unachievable; (4) inoperable ceiling fan and broken upper-bunk ladder in bunk bedroom; (5) window shade in master BR not retractable; (6) TP holder in upstairs bathroom broken, requiring repair; (7) mildewed shower lining in upper full bath requiring replacement; (8) toilet seat in lower full bath broken requiring replacement; (9) air conditioning and thermostat unable to provide comfortable conditions (upper story too hot, lower level too cold). To the Property Manager's credit, several of these repairs as indicated were addressed the same-day as reported. In sum we found this to be an average property renting for a premium price. Despite these hindrances we thoroughly enjoyed the Grand Beach neighborhood and ambiance. Easy access to golf, Lake Michigan beaches (if you know where to go), restaurants, etc. We may well return for another family vacation in Grand Beach/New Buffalo but likely not this property.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Vacation Home
We enjoyed our stay at this beautiful vacation home. The house was beautiful, very clean & had ample space. We did have a hard time with the air conditioner. Upstairs didn’t cool down as we’d like & down stairs was very cold, there was no real balance. But it wasn’t something that ruined our trip. The house had ample provisions, a quick drive to the beach, tourist shops, & great places to eat. We would most definitely choose this home again in the future.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2021

8/10 Good

Dave T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home
This is a beautiful home with many nice amenities. The walk to the beach was longer than expected and there was no map to indicate where the beach was located. The public beach in New Buffalo was very crowded and there was no parking in the lot. We had to walk a long way from the far side of town with all of our beach accesories So this is not a great place to be if you are going for the beach. The air conditioning was very uneven and there were no instructions to inform us how to adjust it. The upper bedrooms were hot and the lower bedrooms were freezing. The flooring in the porch was dirty so we didn't spend much time there. There were not many hooks for bath towels or clothing. The information for area activities was old so be sure to pick up your own on the way. We were given only 1 key to the home and therefore had to make sure we coordinated well with all the adults staying with us. Overall, it was a nice place to stay but we would have appreciated a bit more attention to detail in information given and amenities in the home.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stacey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing rental
This house was a perfect place for a friends weekend. The kitchen had so much counter space and was easy to make group meals. The bedrooms were cozy and comfortable. There was a 3 seasons enclosed patio that was really cute. Although it was a little too cold for us to take full advantage of it. They had a cupboard full of games that we used throughout the weekend. And the house was less than a mile from Lakeshore drive where there were beautiful houses to look at during walks. Overall amazing place for an amazing weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020

8/10 Good

Sava B., Westmont, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway
Great home with comfortable bedrooms, well stocked kitchen. Spacious for our family of 8. Nice sunroom, able to have campfires in the evening. Beach is a long walk but not crowded and very nice. It’s hard to find the entrance for beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Ann F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious, well-appointed, convenient location
We very much enjoyed our stay at this house for an early-fall long weekend getaway. The house is spacious with 5 bedrooms and plenty of living space. The kitchen is large and has everything you'd need to make a meal. One highlight is the screened porch with both sitting and dining space. We didn't have kids with us this time, but the layout of the house would work well for that given that the living room and bedrooms are well separated. (I'm always looking for that info when booking houses where I'm going to take my kids. Want to make sure that we won't wake the kids up when the grown-ups stay up late. And vice versa, when the kids are up early, I want to make sure the grown-ups can sleep in!) Thanks for a great stay, and we hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Late Summer Getaway
Hadnt been on an immediate family vacation in years, and found this great property. Great location a few blocks away from the beach, which we found one that was still accessible! Had my daughter who is under 2 with us, and the house was situated great for her. Big living room, great backyard, nice rooms, clean everywhere, and enough space for all of us. Perfect place in my opinion. Couldnt of worked out better. Hope to come again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

jerry l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golf trip
Great location and accommodations
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Monica H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing Girl's Trip
Everything was very smooth and reasonable as far as the booking process, I had a couple concerns before we got to the house, but Mr. Morales called me back right away and answered all my questions and concerns. The house is beautiful, there was plenty of space for all the ages of people that were there. The neighborhood was very peaceful and it wasn't crowded. It was a wonderful time! I would definitely want to stay at the house again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020

8/10 Good

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lost in time and missing TLC
Overall good, many remotes needed batteries, many light bulbs burned out, no propane for grill which was filthy. Basement bedrooms need dehumidifier and bunk room bedroom needs new ceiling fan! Nice open space for 10. Could use local/house guide manual.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing Stay!
My family and I had a great time staying here over the weekend. There was plenty of room for the 10 of us, everything was clean and smelled fresh upon arrival, and the photos online accurately portrayed the home. Only downside was getting to the beach :/ unfortunately Lake Michigan is too far away to walk especially if you have small children and parking is only allowed with a permit (that sadly wasn’t supplied). But we were able to spend a day at the public beach which is only 10mins away and equally as lovely. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019