Secluded dunes home w/private Lake Mich beach + 150 acres of forest + dogs OK
Covert, Scotts Bluff County, United States View On Map
About this Rental
Secluded dunes home w/private Lake Mich beach + 150 acres of forest + dogs OK 'Windy Ridge' is a modern 4-BR cottage in the middle of a forest big enough to get lost in, amid hundreds of acres of Lake Michigan dune land. You can't see another house in any direction, even from the roof deck. Down a footpath about 175 yards through the woods (about a 3 minute walk) is a big and beautiful sandy beac...
Secluded dunes home w/private Lake Mich beach + 150 acres of forest + dogs OK 'Windy Ridge' is a modern 4-BR cottage in the middle of a forest big enough to get lost in, amid hundreds of acres of Lake Michigan dune land. You can't see another house in any direction, even from the roof deck. Down a footpath about 175 yards through the woods (about a 3 minute walk) is a big and beautiful sandy beach, on which you can walk for miles and rarely see other people and experience fabulous sunsets. That's where we spend most of our time (also on the big screen porch with panoramic forest views and a glimpse of the lake through the trees, and on the roof deck for great views and stars). Windy Ridge is on a "low" dune, with less bluff elevation than most of the properties in the area. The walk to the beach and steps down is not too strenuous and we have no problem with it in our mid-70s. But we do not recommend Windy Ridge for people with mobility challenges. It's a family paradise (dogs too) but children must always be supervised. It's a great place to get far far away, but it's only 2 hours drive from Chicago and 2 1/2 hours from Detroit, midway between South Haven and St. Joseph. The house has all modern amenities but with the cooling breezes usually off the lake, you rarely need to turn on the air-conditioning. While we use it most of the time, a few prime periods remain available this summer and fall. Due to the likelihood of getting snowed in (or out) we don't rent Windy Ridge from December through March. We cannot accept summer/fall reservations for 2025 until our family calendars are set in early May, so next year's calendar is blocked at this time. Let us know if you want to be notified of available weeks when next year's schedule is set. Everybody who spends time here falls in love with Windy Ridge as we did 38 years ago. Thanks for looking at our listing and please feel free to ask questions. Marty
Popular amenities
Essentials
- Wireless internet
- Free wifi
- Internet
- Towels provided
- Linens provided
- Air conditioning
- Hair dryer
- Shampoo
- Toilet paper
- Paper towels
- Basic soaps
- Telephone
- Heating
- Fireplace
Kitchen
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Stove
- Oven
- Grill
- Dishes & utensils
- Dining table
- Coffee maker
- Coffee grinder
- Blender
- Toaster
Outside
- Outdoor furniture
- Beach chairs
- Beach towels
Laundry
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
Parking
- Parking
Safety
- 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)
Location type
- Beachfront
- Waterfront
- Beach
- Lake
Nearby activities
- Theme parks
- Swimming
- Water sports
- Boating
- Windsurfing
- Hiking
- Cycling
- Horseback riding
- Winery tours
- Shopping
- Antiquing
- Golf
- Birdwatching
- Fishing
Suitability
- Minimum age limit for renters
Property Amenities
Top family friendly amenities
- Toys/games
- Microwave
- Kitchen
- Living/dining area
Popular amenities
- Parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Outdoor space
- Fireplace
- Free WiFi
- Washer
- Barbecue grill
- Air conditioning
- Dryer
Property Details
House Rules
- Check-in: After 3:00 PM
- Check-out: Before 11:00 AM
- Children allowed: ages 0–17
- Events allowed: No
- Pets allowed: Pets allowed
- Smoking allowed: Smoking is not permitted
Important Information
- 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 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
About the area
Covert
Located in Covert, this cottage is near theme parks and on the beach. Michigan Maritime Museum and Michigan Flywheelers Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Contessa Wine Cellars and Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery. Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park and The Fun Park are also worth visiting. Windsurfing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking/biking trails nearby.
Nearby locations
- Van Buren State Park 14 min drive
- Surfari Joe's Indoor Wilderness Water Park 21 min drive
- Lakeland Regional Medical Center 23 min drive
- White Pine Winery 24 min drive
- Silver Beach 25 min drive
Getting around
- St. Joseph-Benton Harbor Station 23 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's 19 min drive
- Hot Spot 18 min drive
- Bend 17 min drive
- Eddies's Drive In West 16 min drive
- Subway 17 min drive
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Secluded dunes home w/private Lake Mich beach + 150 acres of forest + dogs OK pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Secluded dunes home w/private Lake Mich beach + 150 acres of forest + dogs OK?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Secluded dunes home w/private Lake Mich beach + 150 acres of forest + dogs OK?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Secluded dunes home w/private Lake Mich beach + 150 acres of forest + dogs OK located?
This Covert cottage is on the beach, 1.8 mi (2.9 km) from Lake Michigan, and within 12 mi (20 km) of Van Buren State Park and Contessa Wine Cellars. Karma Vista Vineyards and Winery and Sarett Nature Center are also within 12 miles (20 km).