New Buffalo, Michigan

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A New Buffalo Vacation

Try a New Buffalo vacation! Known for its pristine Lake Michigan beaches, the region’s largest recreational harbor, and a wide range of outdoor activities, New Buffalo boasts fine restaurants, art galleries, vintage and antique stores, and both distinguished wineries and local craft beer pubs.

New Buffalo, Michigan, was recently listed by Travel + Leisure magazine as one of America’s “50 Best Places to Travel.” Less than 90 minutes from most of Chicago and the launch point for Southwest Michigan wine country, this is a destination worth visiting multiple times.

OUR NEW BUFFALO COLLECTION

Spotlight

The Appeal of New Buffalo

"The Hamptons of the Midwest"

New Buffalo Public Beach

New Buffalo Art Gallery

Beer Church Brewing Company

Four Winds Casino

Harvest & Wine Festival

Things to Do

Things to do in New Buffalo

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DINING

ATTRACTIONS

SHOPPING

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The Songbird

4 bedrooms

2 baths

10 guests

The Shore House

6 bedrooms

5 baths

12 guests

Wild Horse Run

4 bedrooms

2 baths

10 guests

Lodged in the Trees

4 bedrooms

3 baths

9 guests

Oasis in the Woods

3 bedrooms

2 baths

8 guests

The High Life

3 bedrooms

2 baths

7 guests

Schoolhouse Rock

4 bedrooms

2 baths

10 guests

Lake Michigan Getaway

3 bedrooms

2 baths

6 guests

Marquette Cottage

4 bedrooms

3 baths

10 guests

Deer Haus

3 bedrooms

2 baths

6 guests

The Moose House

6 bedrooms

5 baths

14 guests

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Travel

To New Buffalo

Only 70 miles and a short 90 minutes from most of Chicago, New Buffalo is an easy and popular destination to visit along Lake Michigan. Whether you are flying in to one of the 3 nearby airports or driving, I-94 and Route 12 make access simple. As for the weather in New Buffalo, “seasonal” is the word. The moderate, enjoyable climate found here in Spring and Fall pair with the warm season of Summer (starting around the first week of June and typically lasting through September) and the icy cold, snowy and windy Winter the Midwest is known for. Each season is amazing in it’s own right!

NEW BUFFALO WEATHER

FAQ's

Frequently Asked Questions

There is a reason so many guests come back to New Buffalo and Southwest Michigan each year, but for anyone who is new to this fabulous destination, you may have some questions… and Juniper has some answers.

The driving distance is about 70 miles, with an average drive time under 90 minutes.

“Seasonal” is the right word here. The moderate, quite enjoyable climate found in Spring and Fall pair with the warm season of Summer (starting around the first week of June and typically lasting through September) and the icy cold, snowy and windy Winter the Midwest is known for. Smart vacation travelers will know to book their visits to New Buffalo with an eye to the weather, and pack clothing suitable to the season. The annual BestPlaces Comfort Index for New Buffalo is 6.7 (10 = best), which they say “means it is more comfortable than most places in Michigan.” (June through September are the most pleasant months with an average high around 82 degrees.)

Yes, the Four Winds Casino offers excellent casino and sports gaming, as well as top-billed live music concerts and nationally recognized comedy acts, plus superb dining, drinking and hotel lodging options. https://fourwindscasino.com/newbuffalo/

There are a number of ways to get around New Buffalo using public transportation. The Berrien County Public Transportation (BCPT) Berrien Bus is a non-urban system that provides transportation to all areas not served by dial-a-ride service areas. Schedule and stop locations can be found by phoning tel. # 269-471-1100. Another aspect of public transportation is served by the Amtrack train system, which runs right into downtown New Buffalo. The Amtrak Train station (with a covered platform) is located at 226 North Whittaker Street. Details about the station and directions to it can be found online at: New Buffalo, MI (NBU) | Amtrak For reservations & customer service, call: 800-872-7245

Yep! There are several to chose from, including Jeff’s Taxi (Jeff's Taxi | Taxi in New Buffalo, MI (ueniweb.com)), which can be reached by calling: 219-336-5045. For larger groups, there’s Freestyle Taxi Shuttle & Party Bus (Freestyle taxi Shuttle & party bus - Transportation Service in New Buffalo (business.site)). Their phone # is: 219-336-5236.

You’re in luck, because “Carts on 12” -- located at 19429 U.S. Hwy. 12 in New Buffalo -- works with individuals, event planners and even corporations “to bring together top-quality golf cart and utility cart rentals, service and support.” And when they say “for any size event,” they don’t just mean weddings and personal gatherings. “Carts on 12” has provided golf cart rentals for the Super Bowl, Indy 500, a NATO conference and many state fairs! https://www.cartson12.com/ Their ph. # is 269-469-1530.

About New Buffalo

Whether planning a vacation, family visit or just searching around to try something new, New Buffalo is one of Southwest Michigan’s true treasures, a fabulous destination rich with top-quality fun, flavor and culture!

Nestled along the Lake Michigan shoreline just 70 miles from Chicago, this historic resort town has long been an “R-and-R” haven for those seeking a break from the hustle and bustle of city life. Here, the glories of “Mother Nature” can be found literally everywhere you turn. Besides its teeming with magnificent lake views, miles of sandy dunes, and the region’s largest recreational harbor—with boating and jet-ski rentals available, and fishing and beach activities galore—New Buffalo is also strewn with plenty of woodland parks, rivers, and hiking and biking trails for outdoor enjoyment.

Plus, the surrounding farms, orchards and wineries not only contribute to the bucolic, peaceful atmosphere associated with the best of the Midwest spirit, but also provide fresh, local products for consumption at regular farmers markets or in the many superb eateries in town.

In fact, the delicious meals served at plenty of New Buffalo’s superb restaurants, bistros and cafes are sourced from farms just minutes away, blending rural and urban influences on dishes ranging from “country” to “metropolitan” and everything in between. Unique dining options abound here… in fact, these are the details on some of our very favorite New Buffalo restaurants & dining:

New Buffalo Vacation Rentals

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