A beautifully designed, four-bedroom home in New Buffalo, Michigan. We offer a 30-day minimum rental for those who want to experience the Lake Michigan lifestyle without the pressure of ownership.
You dream of getting away—to spend a season by the water in a harbor town on Lake Michigan, to escape the city heat, to work in a tranquil setting, or to host the people who matter most.
But where do you go when you want more than a weekend, but less than a lifetime? Hotels feel impersonal, short-term rentals don’t allow for a real reset, and buying a second home? That’s a major commitment.
That’s where Barker & Birch comes in.
Whether you’re hosting family, working remotely, or indulging in a long-overdue retreat, this is the space where you can finally exhale.
Imagine this:
...Waking up to soft lake breezes and slow, sunlit mornings.
...Biking through vineyards, sipping wine, and indulging in small-town charm.
...Ending the evening around the fire pit, telling stories with your favorite people.
...No rush. No schedules. Just time—time to reconnect with your family, your creativity, or yourself.
It’s a space built for experiences, gatherings, and creating memories that last.
Hosting extended family for a wedding, reunion, or milestone celebration?
Finally, everyone can stay together—without the stress of hotel blocks or rental juggling.
Testing out life in New Buffalo before buying a second home?
Stay long enough to experience it like a local, not a tourist.
Bringing your young family back to the place you vacationed as a child?
Let the next generation fall in love with the same lake you did.
Needing a creative retreat or workcation?
Let this space fuel your next big idea—without distractions.
Tucked away just minutes from the shores of Lake Michigan, Barker & Birch was designed with every kind of long-term traveler in mind.
For families needing extra space, remote workers craving a scenic escape, or adventurers looking for a home base, this is a place where you can slow down and settle in.
Here’s what you’ll love:
- Cottage Charm & Comfort – A four-bedroom retreat with modern amenities and cozy, welcoming spaces.
- Outdoor Living – Sauna, fire pit, and a gathering space perfect for lingering conversations.
- Adventure-Ready – Steps from wineries, breweries, bike trails, and the beach.
- Secret Garden Oasis – Magical grotto for quiet reflection, creative inspiration, fanciful play for children
- Lake Life Without the Hassle – No maintenance, no stress—just the freedom to enjoy.
It’s all the best parts of owning a second home—without the long-term commitment.
What if this summer wasn’t just another season?
What if it was the one where you reconnected with your family, started writing that book, built a new tradition, or finally pressed pause on the hustle of everyday life?
This isn’t just a rental. It’s a chance to create a life you don’t need a vacation from.