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Your Home away from Home

Cottage with a hot tub, near Lake Michigan

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Escape to Lux Nest, your home away from home, where the open concept living room flows into a chef's kitchen. Take in the charming details like original fixtures and tile in the vintage bathroom or unwind with family games in the breezeway. Relax downstairs in a fully furnished basement featuring reclaimed barn wood walls surrounding cozy nooks for reading and lounging.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 61300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space
  • Washer

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About this property

Entire place

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

Your Home away from Home

Welcome to the Lux Nest, your home away from home!
Walk into the open concept living room and look through to the chef's kitchen. The kitchen boasts a induction stove-top, convection oven, disposal, and flexible seating.
Head into the master bedroom, furnished with a king-size bed, two nightstands and lamps, and a flat screen television for streaming your favorite shows. The second bedroom has a bunk beds: twin size over full size to accommodate kids and teens.
Take a look into the vintage bathroom with original fixtures and tile.
Go out the side door in the kitchen and check out the breezeway. It is set up for conversations and game playing for times when you don't want to be outside or inside... it's the perfect compromise!
Now head downstairs to the fully furnished basement! The reclaimed barn wood walls surround two areas. On one side, there is a queen size bed with side tables, and a chair and ottoman, perfect for reading a juicy novel. There is also a table and chairs in case a game is in order. The other side of the basement has a futon that folds down into a full size bed and a comfy sofa facing a flat screen television equipped with limited cable and full streaming capability.
Through the basement door is the laundry room with a washing machine, dryer, and laundry sink so you don't have to head home with dirty clothes.
Now head back upstairs and into the back yard. First thing you might notice is the hot tub. There is a four burner grill to cook up your perfect dinner when you don't want to head out to the nearby restaurants. There is plenty of room for the kids to play: climb the gorgeous tree, head down into the ravine and explore the creek, sit in the double swing chair and look for wildlife. Build a fire in the fire pit and roast marshmallows, tell stories, and sing songs. Did I mention the hammocks? Perfect for napping and reading.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio
  • Yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The front desk hours vary at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property ahead of time using the information on the booking confirmation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Be respectful of noise levels at night (after 10:30).
Keep it safe and legal.
No fireworks on or near the property.

Pets

Pets not allowed
Note from host: Contact owner for exceptions.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: The house is not child proofed and it has stairs

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Property Registration Number CR2021-0019

Property is also known as

Your Home Away Home House Harbert
Your Home Away Home Harbert
Your Away From Harbert
Your Home Away From Home Cottage
Your Home Away From Home Harbert
Your Home Away From Home Cottage Harbert

About the neighborhood

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Harbert, MI

What's nearby

  • Cherry Beach - 3 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive - 10.4 miles
  • Blue Chip Casino - 25 min drive - 22.0 miles
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 28 min drive - 32.1 miles
  • University of Notre Dame - 43 min drive - 37.5 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 14 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Molly's Corner - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Journeyman Distillery - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Biggby Coffee - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Infusco Roasters - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Your Home away from Home pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Your Home away from Home?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Your Home away from Home located?

Situated in Shorewood-Tower Hills-Harbert, this cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Michigan, Cherry Beach, and Eleanor O'Connor Wilson Woods Preserve. Lake Louise and Flynn Woods Preserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Reviews

Your Home away from Home Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 157 out of 163 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 163 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 163 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 163 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jay T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place .\, location and love the hot tub.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brooke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a fabulous stay! Felt like being at home for a week, our boys loved the toys and new books to read. We loved the hot tub and the big comfy king bed! Everything was well stocked, was one of our best VRBO stays to date! Would recommend and have already passed the listing on to other friends, we can't wait to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

carly l.

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

Great getaway!

Such a cute property with so many amenities for our group. We took a quick girls trip with my daughters and some friends, and it was a perfect place for this!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Patricia is an excellent host and we enjoyed our stay very much. You can feel the love thought and creativity in this home. Plenty of room for our girl group of 4. We highly recommend this home to others and will book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura G.

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

Harbert

Comfortable lodgings, responsive host
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

Cozy vacation home. Great location and wonderful owner.

My family celebrated Fourth of July with a weekend at Lux. It has a beautiful wooded back yard and all the amenities you need to prepare your own meals. Patricia went above and beyond to help when I left a charging cord behind.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jazz M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We really enjoyed our time at Lux Nest! Patricia was very communicative and had created a binder with instructions, menus, and other materials that made our stay even better. The hot tub was incredible and so appreciated enjoying those jets. The green space in the backyard is very peaceful and swinging on the bench swing near the fire pit was the relaxation that I so needed. I know that the two of us are primed to return to the Lux Nest in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The first day we saw two deer and a wild turkey in the back yard. Very exciting! It is a perfect location to visit the beaches of Lake Michigan. Four adults, one teenager and one three year old had plenty of space!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Denice E.

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

Great place!

We had a great time! House is nicely decorated and located close to a lot of great places to eat, nice beaches and cute shops.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill W.

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

Felt like Home!

Stayed here over Christmas...property had all the feels of home with great amenities! The hot tub was our fave! Great location and very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

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

Great place

If you are looking for a place while visiting the beaches in Michigan, definitely stay here. Patricia makes sure that everything goes well for your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie S.

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

Anniversary Weekend

The place was great and the area was fun.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lily M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious and well appointed! My 7 year old loved the bunk bed, toys, and books. My 12 year old loved the cool basement hangout. And the adults loved the hot tub! The kitchen is well stocked with all the things you might need: toaster, blender, casserole dishes, etc. I loved the wooded walk to Herbert Beach. Easy enough to drive over and park there too, if you have lots of beach gear to haul. We hope to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew M.

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

Fall Break Trip

This was our second time staying at the property, great location and amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

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

Perfect weekend getaway

We had a great time at the Lux Nest! The location is perfect for visiting Warren Dunes State Park and the hot tub was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

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

Weekend Getaway

We had a great time staying at the property. It is very close to great local parks and beaches and had everything you could ask for in a rental!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jay T.

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

Always a good place in Harbert

I have stayed here twice before and enjoy the kitchen , living room and extra beds. Great host!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Becky S., Laingsburg

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

Girls weekend getaway

This property was great for our girls weekend. We loved the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lorie T.

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

Great house by the beach

The Lux Nest is cozy, clean and in a great location. There is so much to do nearby. The bed was very comfortable. Excellent host. We had a wonderful stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

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

Great family getaway!

Patricia is such a lovely host. Our family had a wonderful stay at the Lux Nest, and especially enjoyed the hot tub and breezeway spaces.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So glad this was my first VRBO stay! Patricia has set the bar. Very responsive host, friendly, and understanding. You won't need to worry about "Awe, man, I forgot to bring _____." Chances are, Patricia has you covered. Warren Dunes beach is amazing and so very close! blueberry picking and a dairy farm tour are also nearby. There's also a Meijer not too far away so you can enjoy meals at the Nest. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

kersten s.

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

Cozi Cottage

This house is adorable and beautifully decorated. We has a very relaxing stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben B.

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

Wonderful!

Super clean, friendly host, quiet spot, like home!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

maggie s.

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

Location, Location, Location

This awesome property was comfortable, well appointed, and peaceful. It placed us between Warren Dunes and Indiana. Union Pier and New Buffalo are right down the road for restaurants, groceries, pastries, coffee, ice cream, and beaches/lake access. And Michigan City is nearby with a South Shore Line Station providing easy access to Chicago. The host is warm and welcoming and provides easy communication. Do yourself a favor and book it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wilfrid B.

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

Great house in beautiful place

We enjoy the time passed here !
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023