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Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design

Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design

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View of Great room from the loft.  Fireplace  and oversized leather couch.
Know you're at the right place by the sign in front.
Exterior
Relax and enjoy beautiful evenings in the screened in porch.
Walk in through the screened in porch that seats 7.

Overview of Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
Union Pier, MI
  • Popular LocationTownline Beach6 min walk
  • Popular LocationLocal5 min drive
  • Popular LocationFour Winds Casino New Buffalo13 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)116 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design

The private Gowdy Shores beach is just 5 houses away from this Union Pier home. With a large screened-in porch featuring generations-old wicker furniture seating - including a chaise lounge perfect for reading a book and a long couch, great for afternoon naps! There is also a small table, great for small meals or serves perfectly as an outside office.

Step into the great room you are greeted by a recently refurbished home, features include an open post and beam floor plan, including a great room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and gourmet kitchen. The kitchen was renovated in 2012 and now includes a Viking cook-top with griddle, double oven, microwave, Cuisinart, stand up mixer and many kitchen utensils. The large kitchen island features a bi-level granite counter top and seating for four, stainless steel dishwasher, double basin stainless steel sink with a restaurant-style sprayer faucet. In the dining area, you will enjoy meals on the 12-foot long custom made cherry table. The living room has a fireplace, complete with granite surround, gas starter, ample wood storage. Enjoy a fire and great conversation in the over-sized Restoration Hardware leather couch with matching ottomans. The room also has a 42' Samsung Smart TV complete with a Netflix subscription for your use. The house sound system has an auxiliary cable to allow you to plug in your music via your player.

Beyond the great room, there are 4 bedrooms (three queen beds and a twin trundle bed), including a second-floor sleeping loft with skylights. There are two bathrooms - one with a bathtub and the other with a walk-in shower.

Keywords: Cottage

Property manager

Chris

Languages

English

Amenities

Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
Pets are allowed with a $50 Pet fee

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please keep noise to a conversational level on the screened in porch after 10:00 pm.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and sledging.
Map
Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Townline Beach - 6 min walk
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
  • Local - 5 min drive
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 8 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 6 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 12 min drive
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 14 min drive
  • Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - 12 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design located?

Nestled on the beach, this Union Pier cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Townline Beach and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

D T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool architecture and short walk to beach. Great location!
Loved the architecture of this space. Loved that there was a place for everyone. The house is COOL! The screened in porch was great. Beds were comfortable. The main area is GREAT for family gathering! Landlord was very attentive to any very minor issues that came up. This is a well loved and looked after home. It was wonderful that our dog and cat could come along and there was room for them. The wood floor allowed for easy sweeping. THE BEACH IS AMAZINGGG after a short forested walk. There is just one thing to be aware of. There really isn't any easy yard access or comfortable outdoor eating area. If you walk around to the back of the house, there is a fire pit in the grass. The mosquitos were harsh in this forested area. You know that though from the word...forest. No place for a dog to hang out. Dog hours are restricted at the beach before 11, after 6. Easy enough to work around but they are serious about it. I imagine this place would be amazing off-season too. Just a very relaxing visit in an easily accessible location. Best parts are the house itself and the BEACH!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela D., Clinton TWP

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Vacation Home!
Beautiful, friendly neighborhood, and a comfortable home away from home, with everything you need for a great vacation. Close to the water for beach days and quick day trips to Chicago see the big city sites. Just remember to bring your bug spray so you don't get carried away by mosquitoes! Our family had a wonderful time relaxing on the beautiful private neighborhood beach and enjoying some local fun spots to eat and have fun. Would recommend to all!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Naomi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family rental
Loved this cottage and location. Nice little walk to a lovely beach. Fun friendly summer vibes throughout the neighborhood. The house was more spacious than the photos made it look, and it was well stocked with everything we could have wanted including kitchen stuff, games, beach chairs, and firewood. Chris was a pleasure to communicate with prior to arrival and upon check-in. We'd love to stay again future summers. Thanks!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sisters-in-law gathering
This was a 5 star experience from the moment we connected with Chris, he is a seasoned host and so kind. The home is beautifully appointed; a dream chef's kitchen, cozy living room, comfortable bedrooms & bath, outdoor fire-pit, and incredible screened-in porch. In the event of inclement weather, one can find a treasure trove of games to play at the dining table suited to gather the entire family. The sandy private beach is just steps away from the home! Looking forward to returning in the years to come. Thank you for sharing this special place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

JOANNE R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family getaway
We all had a wonderful time at the Union Pier house. It was very well supplied with kitchen accessories, beach toys, chairs, towels and wagon. The walk to the lake was very pleasant, down a couple of blocks and through the woods to a very nice beach. Great location in a house with tons of character! Thanks Chris!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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Why they chose this property

We love the location, only 75 minutes from downtown Chicago, yet a world away from all that noise and hustle. The area has chosen to keep the immediate area less developed so we still have gravel roads. A 4-minute walk down a wooded path leads you to a semi- private beach where you can soak up the sun or enjoy a glass of wine at sunset. Another favorite is sitting on the screened in porch talking and laughing the night away. The architecture of this home is unique amongst all area homes. It's great to see a first timer enter the great room. Their 1st word is usually "Wow!"

What makes this property unique

A couple of things you'll LOVE about the cottage are:
The screened-in front porch. You can easily seat 8 people. It's cozy day or night and we provide a soft-sided cooler on the porch so you won't have to go too far for your next beverage. At night the porch is lit with dimmable white Italian (Christmas style) lights so it's never too bright or too dark!
Inside the architecture is one of a kind with true open bean construction. The beams are reclaimed wood from a Sears and Roebuck warehouse that was torn down decades ago. The 4'x6' skylight above the hallway and loft assures the interior never feels dark during the day and allows you to stargaze indoors at night.
The kitchen is what makes the great room. Featuring a dark granite countertop and a "funky" corrugated metal front wall you and your guests will find yourselves gathering at the island constantly. The double basin stainless steel sink, restaurant kitchen style faucet along with a Viking 4 burner cooktop and griddle plus all the kitchen tools and gadgets you'd ever need make the kitchen a great place to have cheese, crackers, and a glass of wine or cook a full gourmet meal.
The decor. From the kitchen island, the 14' natural edge cherry wood dining table, custom made fireplace, open beams and metal turnbuckles, unique artwork, natural stone bathroom floors, bedroom drapes and pillows made from antique dish towels, Huge leather sofa and antique tables and cabinets all come together perfectly to make an eclectic yet, warm & homey, environment.
Plus the semi-private beach is only a 4-minute walk down a gravel road and wooded path. Perfect!

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