See all properties
Entire home

Shorewinds beachhouse Garden Gate opens directly to beachpath No roads to cross!

Beachfront cottage for sun and fun

Photo gallery for Shorewinds beachhouse Garden Gate opens directly to beachpath No roads to cross!

Driveway entrance.
Our community beach entrance is outside our garden gate.
Pergola with blooming flowers welcome guests.
Exterior detail
Backyard.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

View map
Union Pier, MI
  • Place, St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Common area /great room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

hot/cold shower

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Shorewinds beachhouse Garden Gate opens directly to beachpath No roads to cross!

Lake Shore property, footsteps down to the beach.

Coastal Concepts, Inc., a design and development team, is excited to offer, Shore winds Beach House, now available to rent to discriminating guests. This stylish home is located on the beachside of Lakeshore Road in desirable Union Pier. There is direct beach access to Miller Street beach from the garden gate.

The interior environment cleverly mixes the use of original artwork, artifacts, and antiques in a playful way that captures the essence of coastal living. French doors lead from the kitchen to a side patio that is adjacent to the beach path. Each bedroom has its own French door that opens to an exterior seating area.
The property has a fence as well as professional landscaping of the gardens offering you privacy while still being able to hear the waves on the shore.

Dining furniture sits under the pergola-covered deck and is an inviting spot to spend the late afternoon relaxing with a good book and a beverage or outdoor dining. Seating is nestled by the firepit for late evening star gazing.
We offer 2 full bathrooms as well as a hot and cold beach shower.
This is a cottage that you'll be thrilled that you chose for sharing with your loved ones.
Our house keeping staff has been groomed and trained to be a cut above the best with attention to details.
Reservations are not secured until a 50% rental deposit and a signed contract are received. The balance is due 60 days before the scheduled arrival along with a security deposit and housekeeping fee. There is a 3-night minimum for holiday and Special Event Weekends, at the weekend rate.

Payment in full is required with bookings made less than 30 days in advance. Summer rentals are booked as a 8-day/7 night package only. All summer rentals begin on Saturday afternoon and end the following Saturday Morning..
Check in at 4pm and check out at 10am on Saturdays for weekly rentals. Cancellation fees may apply.
We sleep 5 privately in the bedrooms and 7 with the sofa sleeper in the great room for over night guests.
Note, weekly rental cleaning rate is $275.00.


Add dates for prices

Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

Have a question?

AI iconBeta

Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews.

Similar properties

Stunning lake view from the cantilevered sun room
Modern Beachfront Home With Breathtaking Lake Views and Hot Tub
  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
10.0 out of 10, (100 reviews)
Modern Beachfront Home With Breathtaking Lake Views and Hot Tub

House Rules

Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
default

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Private yard to play in.
default

Events

No events allowed
default

Pets

No pets allowed
default

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
home sleeps 6, the 5th additional party, linen fee is $10.00 per night for bedding and towels.

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
Property Registration Number 159832

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this cottage is on the beach. Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Ghost Isle Brewery. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledging.
View more Cottages in Union PierOpens in a new window
Map
Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Local - 6 min drive - 7.7 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 7 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Shorewinds beachhouse Garden Gate opens directly to beachpath No roads to cross! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Shorewinds beachhouse Garden Gate opens directly to beachpath No roads to cross!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-out at Shorewinds beachhouse Garden Gate opens directly to beachpath No roads to cross!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Shorewinds beachhouse Garden Gate opens directly to beachpath No roads to cross! located?

Nestled on the beach, this Union Pier cottage is just steps away from Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Gordon Beach and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 172 out of 185 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 185 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 185 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 185 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tracy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful time for all.Great location. Peaceful and serene.Safe. Beautiful beach, low crowd.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

ANTONIO A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and cozy perfect for us 3 plenty of roomThey convienience to beach was awesome just steps away and no crossing roads . Very quiet location and nice garden outside . Nothing to compain about .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Our second stay...love the location and the layout. Our go-to long weekend getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location, cozy home

Our family had a wonderful stay. Loved having the beach in our backyard. Clean, lovely home with beautiful outdoor space.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S., Cincinnati OH USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family summer vacation

Wonderful cottage in Union Pier, Michigan. It's got everything you need for vacationing on the beach. Fully equipped, clean, sleeps five, laundry, close walk to beach. Great place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful first stay

Great first time visit at this cottage. Property is as-advertised and very comfortable for our family of four with two little ones. Easy beach access and private. We’d happily stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Great house in a fantastic location. Backyard walkout to beach path. Very convenient. Great stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Migely J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Delightful Beach Oasis

Our family had just a wonderful time this past week. The proximity to the beach is perfect and love all of the landscaping with quiet places to sit and enjoy nature. The cottage is just as described -rent with confidence and can’t wait to visit again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Georgia K., Richmond

Impressive home

Great place to stay Beautiful home Well decorated Clean Easy to get to Steps from private beach out back gate
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2017

10/10 Excellent

Molly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Highly recommend

This is a gem of a find - great location, just steps away from the beach path, and the perfect cottage to relax in. The property is well maintained, comfortable, and clean. We cant wait to visit again!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy and relaxing

A very special cozy spot close to the beach. Amenities, fantastic! Bird and deer watching was very enjoyable.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

Great location and ingenious use of space inside and out. The kitchen was perfect for cooking family meals together, and we loved the proximity to the beach. Overall a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

lisa w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

lovely and cozy

wonderful stay. will definitely return when the weather gets better to take advantage of the proximity of the beach! joan was fantastic and helpful. highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Marla W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Incredible house and incredible location.

This property is so beautiful and so close to the beach. The deck on the front and chairs and tables on the side of the house are so wonderful to sit and listen to the birds. Excellent choice.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute and Quaint!

Great location, perfect size for a family of 4 or 5! Cute, close to beach, fire pit for s’mores!! Lots of Good memories!! Thanks for sharing your space!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Migely J., Chicago, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michigan Oasis by the beach

The location is amazing -just in from the beach. The garden is an oasis with everything from cute outdoor shower to fire pit to quiet places to read and watch hummingbirds. The house is immaculate, well equipped and tastefully decorated. This is our second time at the property and are planning on returning next year. Joan is a great host as well.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tom

Great location close to the beach. This was a perfect end of the summer trip for our family. The cottage was stocked with everything we needed, was clean, and was only a short drive to restaraunts and other attractions. Joan was great in answering questions and ideas for family activities.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Trisha P.

Rest and relaxation.!

We completely enjoyed our stay at Shorewinds Cottage. We walked down to the beach everyday because it was so close and easy to access.the cottage was very well equiped and had everything we needed and some! The beds were cofortable and the area was so quiet we slept through tye night no problem. Loved the light and airy feel of the cabin and used the fireplace everyday. Would love to stay there again some day!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dede n.

Amazing Location!

This is the second time we have rented this home. The location is amazing! Just steps from the beach. The home has everything you need. I have stayed here with girlfriends but would definitely bring a family here. Very clean, lovely decor, beautiful landscaping, and firepit. Extremely attentive owner. Will definitely book again!

10/10 Excellent

Madison S., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

I stayed here with two adults and a two year old. We loved it! The location is so close to the beach (just a short walk through the gate) you can’t see the beach from the house but it is as close as you can get. It was very clean and the amenities were as listed. Be sure to get donuts at Black Currant Bakehouse and breakfast /lunch sandwiches at the Whistle Stop Grocery, both are about 10 min walk from the vrbo. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Return Guests!

This was our second stay at Joan's cottage. The cottage is comfortable, well furnished and nicely decorated with personal touches with an inviting fireplace. We made good use of the porch and enjoyed using the fire pit a couple of nights. The location was perfect for our needs, easy walk to the beach which we enjoyed walking on and just sitting and reading. There was more traffic than our first visit due to a detour off the main road routing more traffic by the cottage, but it still was not enough to interfere with a handful of enjoyable bike rides we took in the area. We hope to be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lee G.

Perfect for a Small Family Beach Vacation!!

We very much enjoyed our stay at Shorewinds and it is well worth the rental price. In our six years of visiting Union Pier, this was easily the nicest 1 to 2 bedroom house we’ve stayed in. Upon our arrival, we found the cottage to be very clean, beautifully landscaped and well equipped for a beach vacation. It is right near the entry for a public beach access (which has pretty easy access for Union Pier standards), but any concerns about privacy are solved through the landscaping and a decorative fence. Some of the highlights include: the convenience of a second bathroom, washer/dryer and gas grill; a really nice fire pit that is well protected from wind; and extras like nice beach chairs and nice outdoor seating. The kitchen is fairly large and well equipped. We will certainly look to rent this property again.

10/10 Excellent

Cristian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing off-season vacation by the dunes

We had a fantastic stay at Shorewinds cottage. This is the second time we visit the area in March, and love the quite and calm of the off-season. We went hiking at both Indiana Dunes (both state and national parks) and at Warren Dunes. Our little one (almost 2 yrs old) loved walking around the dunes and being carried in her hiking backpack. The weather was cold when we went to Warren Dunes, but that meant we got the whole place almost to ourselves, and were able to snatch some amazing photographs without crowds. Lots of delicious place to eat even in the off-season. We particularly enjoyed brunch at Beer Church and coffee and lunch at David's Deli. The cottage was great - easy check in, clean, well stocked, ample lighting, and with a great host. Having a hyperactive toddler in tow, it was great to not to have to worry about crossing any streets on the way to the beach. If you're looking for a relaxing, disconnecting stay, I'd highly recommend shorewins in the off-season.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Sharon B.

Great house for families!

This was our second year in a row at Shorewinds and it's a great vacation house for our family. It's just big enough for the four of us (two kids...age 8 and 5...two adults) and close enough to the beach for the kids to make it there and willingly help carry things! It's close enough to "run" back up and use the bathroom if needed. The "backpack style" beach chairs were a wonderful addition and helped make lugging our things to the beach easier. We used the fire pit for roasting s'mores which was a highlight for the kids, walked down the street for gelato for dessert and for coffee in the morning. We spent most days at the beach (water was perfect!) but also took some day trips in the area as well. We also taught the kids dominos and had a great time playing game after game (in fact, we now have to buy a set for our house!). The owner is extremely responsive and helped immediately when we needed it. The property is clean and well kept. The outdoor shower is very helpful when coming back from the beach. We will definitely be back. The only thing that would make it perfect is if we could bring our dog!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia P., Elgin, IL

Our 5th Year at Shorewinds

Hard to believe, but every year gets even better! It's my annual treat for my daughter and 2 grandchildren to vacation at the beach staying at Shorewinds. The water is warm ,sandy, and clean. Besides swimming, we spend time looking for beach glass and fossils. One day we even spotted 2 deer walking through the dune grass -- if only we had a camera with us. It was quite exciting and created quite a stir for everyone. Bird watching is a must so bring seed to refill the feeders and make nectar for the hummingbird feeder. You will be rewarded by the array of birds that feed. Besides cardinals, blue jays, chickadees, humminbirds, we say nuthatches, woodpeckers, and a rose breasted grosbeck. Even the kids sit on the porch and enjoy the show provided by our feather friends. Be sure to visit downtown St. Joseph durning your stay. Yearly the town sponsors an outside display of sculptures by various artists. This year's theme was a pirate invasion. Some past year themes were farm animals, fish, and dogs. the kids look forward to it yearly and it presents a great photo op. Also while there, plan to eat at Silver Beach Pizza located at the bottom of the bluff. We ate at night so missed the reported beach views but experienced another treat. We were seated by the open air windows facing the tracks and little did we know that Amtrak still comes until we hear a loud whistle blast announcing the train's arrival and stop. We took pictures as well as the train passengers taking ours. A fun experience for both adults and kids. Their menu is large and includes other items beside pizza. Be sure walk to the Casual Chef Cafe (aka The Pumpernickle) in Union Pier on Red Arrow Highway for lunch (open until 4pm daily) or go there at night for their gelato. More than the food which is good, we just enjoy the easy walk in such a peaceful setting. It’s a tradition for our family. We already have our reservations for next year and needless to say we highly recommend Shorewinds. The place is sparkling clean, very beachy decorating, steps to the beach, and definitely provides a relaxing setting.

About the host

Hosted by Joan Arquilla

Host profile image
Interior Designer. Project manager and developer of residential home sites. .
Lives in Illinois. Illinois State university and University of Illinois for under grad. degree in art education. 4 year diploma from Harrington Institute of Design. Certified with the National Home Builders Assoc. in project management in Home construction.

Why they chose this property

While developing new home sites in Union Pier under the management of Coastal Concepts Inc.,I fell in love with this little site along the waterfront.
The first time I viewed the property I was so excited when I opened the garden gate and realized I could see the water from the property.
The house is on the shore side of the road and the lot is adjacent to the beach path. The location was unbelieveable, however, the little house had much to be desired. The home went through a major renovation and doubled its size overall.
The porch and pergola are architectural charmers and are very important to the outdoor living! A very private property site was achieved through landscape design. The old garden gate was utilizing and kept for a little bit of the old mixed with the new.
The beach house indeed has its own karma and soul! One feels it from the moment you pull up the pebble stone drive way and walk under the purple flowered pergola and turn the key in the door. The house and grounds exhibit love and care and Shorewinds has its own heart beat and soul.

What makes this property unique

A unique location . Approximately 150 paces to the beach platform! No roads to cross between you , the house and the beach! The location is what you would expect of a premium beach house rental.

Languages:

English

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests
Tell us how we can improve our siteShare feedback

Hotels

Holiday Rentals