Red Bird Cottage

This was one of the best rentals I've ever stayed in. Super cute home. Any time not at the beach was spent in the screened-in porch. The hot tub was perfect (it's huge!) and the grill worked well. There is neighborhood beach access within walking distance. We're planning a trip back again next year!

Wendi - Posted: 9/24/2025

Thank you

Sarah - Posted: 9/7/2025

house was perfect - location was perfect

Vicki - Posted: 8/17/2025

Great location within walking distance of several beaches, which is great because there's no public bathrooms on those beaches! Also within walking distance of a market, restaurants, coffee shops, bakery & Gelato places, all which were delicious. the hot tub was relaxing and clean, checkout was easy (but really early - 10 am), and there were plenty of extra towels, toiletries, sheets, pillows and blankets. large, private, landscaped yard. older home but clean, well located and comfy.

Jessica - Posted: 8/9/2025

Nice property. Everything was as described. Good location. W

Tim - Posted: 7/22/2025

Loved this place. Looked better than the pictures! Yard was beautiful and it was very quiet. Plan to re-book again!

Connie - Posted: 7/2/2025

Screened in porch and hot tub were amazing features of this home! Wonderful deck and the home is in quiet area. Close to bakery and cafe that was amazing. 10 minute walk to public beach was excellent as well. Was great for our friends with a baby too. Quiet little room to put the baby in where we could still chat in the screened in porch or in the deck and it was quiet inside. Highly recommend!

Michael - Posted: 6/12/2025

Mary from St. Louis - Posted: 10/18/2024

Amazing experience, tons of communication, clean and well-kept accommodations!The perfect spot!Beach- pretty much our own private beach since it's so secluded! Also Neon Moon Gelato was a great evening treat!

Justin from Indianapolis - Posted: 9/19/2024

I loved it. Everything worked well and it was wonderful.

Denise - Posted: 8/29/2024

Hi Denise, thank you very much, I am super glad that you had fun! Jon and the team at Third Coast Vacations

Third Coast Vacations staff

9 only because I want to keep it to myself The beach was fantastic and the restaurants superb

Denise from Arlington Heights - Posted: 8/27/2024

Easy booking experience, lots of automated communicationGreat location, good bones to the house. Layout a little odd, rooms a little small. Loved walking to Neon Moon for gelato. Whistle Stop Grocery for breakfast was amazing. And visited some of our long-time favorites: The Stray Dog in New Buffalo and Silver Beach Pizza and Kilwins in St. Joe.

Sarah from Bettendorf - Posted: 8/27/2024

This home is just as described, with some great amenities. Large screened in porch was a favorite as well as the huge hot tub. We grilled out on the deck and used the large fire pit area for s’mores and cocktails at night. Home was a very short walk to Gelato, Bakery, deli and restaurant. Short drive to a great grocery in St Joe and farmers markets in Sawyer, and Warren Dunes. Kitchen was well equipped and had all the towels and linens we needed. Easy check out process as well. Internet could lag at times but Televisions were good for Apps. Cottage was comfortable and clean.

Christopher - Posted: 8/16/2024

Hi Christopher, thank you very much for spending some time with us and for taking the time to share your story. Your suggestions are great also, I love the way you communicate and I will pass them along to the owner of the house that we work for.
Jon with Third Coast Vacations

Third Coast Vacations staff

A great stay! Super well located!

Katherine - Posted: 8/12/2024

Wonderful stay with the family! Walking distance to the beach and few restaurants and grocery store. It’s close enough to new buffalo, but far enough to avoid the touristy feel and crowds. The place met all our needs for a getaway from the city!

Timothy - Posted: 8/7/2024

My family had a lovely stay. The screened in porch was perfection. The house was an easy walk to the beach. We could walk to the coffee shop. The yard was great. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked. What a great place!

Alexa - Posted: 7/18/2024

We had a wonderful time at this cute cottage with my husband and 4 children. The outdoor space was so nice and inviting, and we loved the short walk to the beach. The kitchen was well stocked with basics. Hosts were very responsive to questions. The steps were so well marked that even my 17 month old was able to navigate safely! The only thing that would have made our stay better was a few more towels (maybe some beach towels?) and better water pressure in the sauna shower. Those were minor, however, and we would highly recommend.

Kate - Posted: 7/14/2024

No issues and clear supportGreat location with great living space, particularly the screened in porch

Daniel from Clemson - Posted: 7/9/2024

Nice vacation spot in friendly neighborhood. Can walk to lake, although if you have a bunch of kids and stuff, you might want to drive them to the lake access, go back and park your car at the cottage, then walk over. There's also a nice restaurant, bakery, and gelato shop all within a short walk. The cottage is cozy, small, but nice. Plenty of towels, toilet paper. Loved the screened porch. We had a little trouble getting the hot tub to work, but when we shut the lid because we were about to give up, it started working!

Susan - Posted: 6/25/2024

We had a wonderful stay. Amenities were great and as advertised. Large yard space. Outstanding location - quick block walk to an amazing bakery and a market. Hot tub worked well. Very responsive and proactive hosts. Beautiful beach an easy walk away. Made for a great weekend get away. Would definitely book again.

Patrick - Posted: 6/3/2024

Such a great place to stay during a vacation. It’s perfect location near the beach and local shops. The place roomy and we loved the porch and hot tub. Highly recommend staying here!

Taryn - Posted: 5/28/2024

Hi Taryn, you are a great guest and I really appreciate your review. I hope we can have you back soon, thank you sincerely for spending some time with us!

Third Coast Vacations staff