HARBOR COUNTRY, SOUTHWEST MICHIGAN & THE INDIANA SHORE

Your Guide to the Midwest Hamptons.

Events, local guides, weekend ideas, and the best places to eat, stay, and explore across the lake towns Chicago escapes to.

The Destination

A Lake Corridor Worth Knowing.

From the bustling harbor of New Buffalo to the quiet, tree-lined shores of Lakeside and the historic charm of Three Oaks. The Midwest Hamptons is a collection of upscale lakeside communities, each with its own distinct rhythm. It is where Chicago comes to breathe.

Whether you are looking for a long weekend, a second home, or just the best restaurant you have ever been to, it is all here. Sixty to ninety minutes from the city. A world away from everything else.

New Buffalo

Union Pier

Lakeside

Harbert

Sawyer

Three Oaks

Michiana Shores

Long Beach

Plan Your Weekend.

With Kids

For Couples

Food & Drink

Beaches

Rainy Day

This Weekend

THE ITINERARY

What's Happening This Weekend.

Curated events, pop-ups, and local happenings you won’t want to miss.

Artisan Market at Journeyman Distillery

Saturday, April 11 - 12, 2026

Three Oaks, MI
$: $

Live Jazz & Brews at Shoreline

Saturday, July 11, 2026

Michigan City, IN
$: $

Harbor Country Farmers Market

Every Saturday

New Buffalo, MI
$: $

THE SHORTLIST

Best of Harbor Country.

The places people actually go. No guesswork, just the good stuff.

Best Things to Do With Kids

Best Beaches

Best Restaurants

New Buffalo

Best Wineries & Breweries

LOCAL KNOWLEDGE

The Midwest Hamptons Insider.

Local secrets, food and drink guides, and weekend itineraries from people who actually live here.

Best Airbnbs Right Now

We went through every listing so you don’t have to. These are the ones actually worth booking.

A Perfect 48 Hours in Harbor Country

The exact itinerary we give our friends when they visit for the first time.

Best Brunch Spots Across Harbor Country

From the perfect eggs Benedict to the Bloody Mary that will change your life.

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THE COLLECTION

Wear the Vibe.

Premium apparel for the lake life. Designed for the weekend.

THE LONG GAME

Thinking About Owning Here?

When the time is right, we’ll connect you with trusted local broker partners who know this market inside and out.

WORK WITH US

Partner With Us.

Our audience comes here to plan weekends, discover places worth visiting, and spend money locally. If your business belongs in that mix, let’s talk.

GOT QUESTIONS?

Frequently Asked Questions.

What towns make up the Midwest Hamptons?

The corridor stretches across Southwest Michigan and Northern Indiana, primarily including New Buffalo, Union Pier, Lakeside, Harbert, Sawyer, Three Oaks, Michiana Shores, and Long Beach.

When is the best time to visit Harbor Country?

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Is the Midwest Hamptons family-friendly?

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How do I get my event listed on the calendar?

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