Dayton Lake Cottages Southwest Michigan on 6 acres, near New Buffalo, Three Oaks | House in Galien
4 Bedroom House in Galien
Enjoy a memorable vacation at our home away from home on Dayton Lake in Galien, MI, only a 90 minute drive from Chicago. Minutes away from New Buffalo, Lake Michigan, Three Oaks, Buchanan, and the many farmers markets, wineries, distilleries, and breweries in the area. Visit Three Oaks for the Acorn Theater and attend their concerts. Enjoy the many restaurants, including The Journeyman Distillery, Oaks Eatery for breakfast, and Froehlich's for a delicious meal and great shopping.
The house is a fully furnished lakefront cedar home on 6 acres of private wooded lot with total seclusion. It has 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, an open living/dining/kitchen area on the main floor, a finished recreation basement with a pool table, poker table, darts, bar, and large TV. There is also a large 2nd floor loft ( which includes the 4th bedroom) with a chess/checkers table and open area for relaxing and reading. The cottage sleeps a maximum total of 12 people.
It is fully furnished with a country-rustic décor throughout. The kitchen is fully equipped with a microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and most small appliances and kitchen gadgets. New in 2025--You have the option to prepare a home cooked meal for the whole family with PFAS-free cookware and utensils! There is a solid wood dining table for 10 in the kitchen, a large sofa and a wood-burning fireplace in the living room. There is also a small TV in the family room loft for playing video games. The personal touches in décor along with the themed bedrooms give you the feeling of being in the comfort of your own home. Enjoy beautiful lake views from the living/kitchen area and wooded views from the bedrooms.
P.S. There are no neighbors in sight!
HOUSE DETAILS: The kitchen and living room have 8 foot sliding glass doors leading to a large deck for hanging out and watching the kids play out on the over 150 ft sand beach. There is a charcoal grill for your use along with patio furniture and lawn chairs. There is a large gravel circle driveway leading to the house with room for parking.
***The basement was finished in '08 and has provided an extra 1700 sq feet of living space. There are two sitting areas, one in the rear of the basement and one towards the front, for watching TV on the large screen projection TV. There is a pool table, electronic dart board, nice poker table, and a bar that converts to a craps, roulette, and blackjack table.
There is only one security camera on the property facing the parking area. It's used to monitor garbage pickup, propane fills, and trespassing when we are not there, and equipped for insurance.
The max number of guests is limited to 12 persons on the property at any time and to those listed on the rental agreement. This is something we strictly enforce, due to respect for our neighbors, permits and insurance, and septic restrictions.
**A signed rental agreement is needed to complete the booking**
No matter the season, there is always something to do.
THINGS TO DO---SUMMER: For your use, there is a folder filled with brochures of nearby places of interest and there are also local phone books with theatres, restaurants, and shopping. There are usually festivals and fairs happening in and around the area. In the Summer enjoy swimming and sunning on the approximately 150' sandy beach. There is a canoe and boat for your use for fishing or exploring the lake. The large grassy areas near the house can be used to throw a Frisbee or ball around or to play lawn games like bocce ball, bean bags, or horseshoes...all available. Visit some nearby farmer's markets for the freshest fruits and vegetables, homemade jams and fresh baked pies and breads. Try the local wines at the three nearby wineries in the area or take the kids to the nearby Pottawatomie Zoo, go horseback riding, or to the nearby Mishawaka, IN( and civilization) for some urban shopping and dining. New Buffalo Four Winds Casino & Resort nearby.
THINGS TO DO---FALL AND WINTER: In the Fall, go apple and pumpkin picking with the kids or for a hayride. Take in a Notre Dame game in South Bend, IN, only a 15 minute drive. Niles Haunted House Scream Park---Compare With Chicago Prices , Wineries: Tabor Hill And Roundbarn Winery
Winter offers the opportunity to go ice-fishing, ice-skating, and sledding on the lake and snow-mobiling on the abundant trails in the area. There are nearby sledding hills and a ski resort an hour away. There are many tree farms nearby also to chop down your very own X-mas tree to take home. Come back and enjoy some hot chocolate by the fire with your family as you watch the snow falling through the 2 large 8' patio doors.
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Dayton Lake Cottages Southwest Michigan on 6 acres, near New Buffalo, Three Oaks is located in Galien. Dayton Lake Cottages Southwest Michigan on 6 acres, near New Buffalo, Three Oaks provides accommodation, featuring View, Internet, Fireplace/Heating, among other amenities. This House features View, Internet, Fireplace/Heating, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Dayton Lake Cottages Southwest Michigan on 6 acres, near New Buffalo, Three Oaks has 4 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 12 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Galien has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Galien, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Air conditioning
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Heating
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Bathtub or shower
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Towels provided
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2 bathrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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4 bedrooms
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Dining table
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Living room
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Fireplace
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Microwave
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Refrigerator
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Spices
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Coffee/tea maker
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Toaster
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Blender
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Stovetop
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Oven
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Beach sun loungers
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On the beach
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Onsite parking
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No pets allowed
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Smoke-free property
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Gravel flooring in public areas
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If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
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Winery tours nearby
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Hunting nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Sledding nearby
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Cycling nearby
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Casino nearby
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Water sports equipment
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Snow sports gear
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Rafting nearby
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Boat on site
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Fishing nearby
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Golf nearby
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Kayak on site
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DVD player
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Books
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Smart TV with cable/satellite service
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Games
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Arcade/game room
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Video games
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Pool or billiards table
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Unit size: 4000 sq ft (372 sq m)
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English
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On the lake
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On the waterfront
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Near a zoo
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In a rural location
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Near outlet shopping
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Children's dinnerware
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Children's toys
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Playground
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Highchair
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Iron/ironing board
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WiFi available
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Charcoal grill
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Patio
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Garden
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Outdoor furniture
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Fire extinguisher
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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Cross-country skiing and snowboarding nearby
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: forfeir deposit if more than 12 people at any time onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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