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A cozy cottage tucked away in the heart of Union Pier!

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Outdoor dining
A short walk to the beach.
Outdoor dining
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 469.7 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A cozy cottage tucked away in the heart of Union Pier!

A cozy 2BR/1BA cottage that is tucked away on a quiet lot that is located just steps away from the local bakery shop, ice cream parlor, beach equipment rentals, and town market to stock up on last minute necessities you may need for your stay! It is a short walk, less than three blocks, to the beautiful Lake Michigan Town Line Road beach. The open concept floor plan is laid out on a single level with a well-equipped kitchen and a dining table that seats up to 6. Vaulted ceilings with skylights bring in lots of natural light throughout the living and kitchen areas. Both guest bedrooms offer queen size beds with plenty of storage to unpack and make yourself at home. Start your morning with a local coffee on the spacious back deck while enjoying the sounds of the lakeshore. The cottage also features an outdoor shower to rinse off after a day of sun and the sand. There are many Harbor Country spots to explore such as several top-notch restaurants, beaches, hiking trails, local wineries, microbreweries, nearby casinos, and antique shops. There is plenty to do in the area to fill up your days exploring or you can simply choose to relax on the beach or in the backyard of this cozy cottage with a book. A gas grill on the back deck offers the option of grilling out followed by time around the outdoor fire pit making s’mores for dessert.
Simply pack your belongings, food, drinks, beach towels, and personal items and you will be completely prepared for your summer get away. This is the perfect place to unwind and enjoy your beach vacation for the budget minded renter!

Linens and towels are provided. The home offers air conditioning throughout, as well as central heat. Cable television and wireless internet are also provided. The house is outfitted with a dvd player, dvd's, books, games, and puzzles for your evening down time.

Minimum age limit for renters is 25 years of age and that person is responsible for the entire group during the stay. The maximum number of adult guests may not exceed the maximum occupancy number (or sleep number) of the cottage.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Maximum of two cars.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

About the area

Union Pier

Union Pier is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Water tubing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Gordon Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Union Pier Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Townline Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 8 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A cozy cottage tucked away in the heart of Union Pier! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A cozy cottage tucked away in the heart of Union Pier!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A cozy cottage tucked away in the heart of Union Pier!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A cozy cottage tucked away in the heart of Union Pier! located?

Situated in Union Pier, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 56 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

A& A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great communication with the manager, great location, and comfortable beds
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved being able to walk to the beach and a few shops/restaurants.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved deck and fire pit. Beds were comfortable.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this house, the location and the comfort of being back in an area we love. We hope to be back next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage is really cute and comfortable. It’s a short walk to the grocery store and coffee shop which makes it super convenient. It’s set back from the main road so it’s private and surrounded by trees. We loved it so much that we will be going back next month.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Robin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second year there, and were very happy. Great spot, not to far from anything, quite, very clean and well kept. Will probably be back in '26.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ann K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A charming spot, immaculately maintained, everything you need. I was with grown children who do not drive, and it was great to be within walking distance of both the beach and shops. The managers were easy to reach and check-in/out was a breeze. They were generous with their time and the schedule. A delight.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jamie D.

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

Cutie cottage alert

My mom and I spent 3 days here and loved it!! it is so cute and it was so clean! Bonus points for having things like a hairdryer, a little vacuum, a nice TV. I could go on and on. Our host was super nice and responded quickly to any questions. It’s right by the little market too which was very handy! It’s about a 7-10 minute walk to beach access. If you chose this spot just know it’s tucked away and a bit tricky to find at first. But it was super easy to get in and out of. Totally loved it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robin G.

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

Lovely little place

Walking distance to a nice little beach right down the street, and short walk to some shops and restaurants. Family had a great time at this little place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maggie R.

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

Great stay!

Cute place, perfect location!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary S.

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

Lovely home

This VRBO is lovely, and in an excellent location-near incredible bakery, grocery store, beach, etc. Lovely neighborhood for bike riding and walks.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

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

Union Pier Stay

Cute cottage, nice location. Great being able to walk to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

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

Sisters weekend

Great house, perfect location for a weekend catching up with my sister. Small issue with the key, but host was helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Jacqui B.

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

Great location

Loved the location. Just steps away from the local coffee shop/bakery, grocery store and gelato place yet tucked away for privacy. Liked that I could walk to the store for supplies and a newspaper. The lake front view and beach is an easy walk down the street. Centrally located for easy access to the surroundings communities. Very much enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

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

A short trip to the beach

This house perfect our stay. Union Pier is such a cute town and has a delicious bakery right around the corner from the house. The beach was a short trip down the road. The house was fully stocked with everything we needed. Plenty of games and movies and even beach stuff. Enjoyed our stay and would go back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

karen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet getaway

Comfortable clean and nice area. We were disappointed thst outdoor shower didn't work or we couldn't figure it out and it would have been nice to have washer dryer but loved swimming in Lake Michigan and enjoying the beautiful beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Jane M.

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

Quiet and private

Cute place tucked away from noise and traffic. Outdoor shower was a bonus after beach days. Plenty of dining options close by. The area is really changing with many multi unit places, but this place has retained its beachy cottage feel.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Nice bungalow vacation stay!

The property is just what we needed. Blocks from beach, steps from a wonderful bakery and bike shop, and nice yard for cookouts. We had a great time and the property manager was very responsive to questions and even brought us beach chairs!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle M.

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

Great spot and place to stay!

What a cute rental for a perfect get away away from the city. Exactly what we needed to escape for the weekend. Very clean, cute, spacious and GREAT location next to your morning coffee and shot walk to the beach. Great host and we will be back again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dalton G.

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

Perfect vacation on Lake Michigan

We had an amazing week staying at the cottage in Union Pier. The house was in the perfect location, and it was so quiet and peaceful. The beach was so much nicer than we could have imagined and our 3 year old absolutely loved it. Will be back to stay here again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill M.

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

Fantastic Trip

Stayed with my 2 boys (9 & 10) and the property was perfect for us! We were able to walk to the beach, multiple restaurants, and the market. We loved breakfast on the deck and the yard is great for playing catch. Owners were fabulous to work with, we’d definitely stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brook C.

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

Cute!

Perfect for a long weekend with the kids. They loved the yard. Lots of towels available for the beach (short drive, could of walked but we had a ton of beach stuff).
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laurie B.

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

Great Privacy!

This little house offers a great location….back away from the road by itself and an easy walk to the beach. It is cozy and comfy. You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Emily O.

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

Our third but not last year

Once again, had a wonderful week in Union Pier. As always, it has everything we need, and communication is always easy. The location cannot be beat and the home checks all of our boxes--ample yard space for kids, outdoor shower, porch for morning coffee and meals. We can't wait to come back next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

RITA B.

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

Union pier August 2022

We were worried about parking at the beach but we never had a problem finding a spot. The house was decorated very nicely. The property manager was very prompt to answer any concerns . Over all very good stay
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

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Hosted by Gregory Bubb

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