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NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!!

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A Weber gas grill on a wooden deck with white railings.
A living room with two white armchairs, a wooden chair, a small table with a lamp, a patterned rug, and a large window with a view of a white fence and trees.
A two-story house with a red door, a front porch, and a brick pathway leading to the entrance.
A bedroom with a large bed, two nightstands, a window with blinds, and a motivational quote on the wall.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a microwave, and a sink.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
At the lakefront, this vacation home accommodates 8 guests across 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. It features 1 hot tub, a porch, a deck, and a patio. Enjoy nearby hiking, biking, swimming, and game walks, along with attractions like Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room.

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪31 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bidet · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

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

About this property

NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!!

Relax in a luxury home within walking distance to the beach and downtown Union Pier. Hang out on the deck, around the fire pit ...or in the brand, new hot tub. Cardinal sits on a three quarter acre lot with a spacious backyard so you get the peace you crave yet find yourself close to all of the attractions. Walk to Milda’s, The Corner Grocery, Black Currant Bakehouse and Union Pier Social. A mere two-minute drive to the Roadhouse, St. Julian or Round Barn wine bars..

Features include:

——Hardwood floors throughout and solid oak kitchen cabinets
——Stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave
——Brand new master bedroom with king bed and en-suite bathroom
——-Brand new beds, towels and linens
——-Fireplace
——-Gas grill
——-Brand new 8 person hot tub
——-Brand new fire pit

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU HERE!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
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

Important information

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Property # 2884576vb
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

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve, while Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum and Burnison Galleries are cultural highlights. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot are also worth visiting. Kayaking 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

  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Union Pier Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Gordon Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪PostBoy - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!!?

As of 27 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!! on 5 Dec 2026 start from AU$2,630, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!! located?

Situated on a lake, this holiday home is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Michigan. Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve and St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at the house in Union Pier. The host was very friendly and very informative. House was very clean, we enjoyed it very much!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2026
Wonderful to have you back. Thank you for your great review. Your group is awesome. Hope to have you back next year.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, we enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
Thanks Amy I’m glad you enjoyed your atay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great relaxing Union Pier vacation! This place was perfect. We liked walking downtown to Black Currant Bakery, Union Pier Social, and of course that gorgeous Townline Rd beach. The farmers market at Skips, the RoadHouse, and the Whistle Stop were close too. Perfect biking along Lake Shore Rd and throughout the farms and fields heading east. Very clean and spacious place. Hot tub was great after all that biking and hiking. Jonina was a pleasure to deal with.We’ll be back!
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a WONDERFUL home to stay in for everyone. Very spacious. We will definitely stay there again next year. Jonia was GREAT to work with.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was a perfect size for 6 adults and 2 children. This is our third stay here and it feels like home. Everything is clean and well maintained. The trees and bushes add to privacy and quiet. We had 0everything we needed for a relazing vacation. There was a lot to do in the area including peach picking and the county fair. We tried a different beach Weko beach in an effort to avoid stairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2026
Richard, Great to have you with us at Cardinal again! So thrilled that you enjoyed your stay and beach visit. Hope to see you again soon!!! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property was very clean, the outside would be nicer if the trees/shrubs were trimmed. Hard to keep up with that in the summertime, but it didn’t stop us from enjoying the patio! Unfortunately we lost power due to a storm for a few hours but the host was very communicative about its restoration. Overall a good experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Sept 2026
Maggie, Thank you for your feedback. I'm delighted that you and your crew had a great time...despite the tornado warning that made things interesting. Hope to see you again soon! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place and hosts

The property was great - clean, spacious and comfortable..the hosts were wonderful and very responsive. The property had everything we needed..highly recommend !
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2024
Julia, Thank you so much for your review. You guys were great! I really enjoyed meeting your family. I hope you come back soon! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2025
Susan, I thought you guys were fantastic! I’m delighted that you enjoyed your stay. I’m looking forward to a return visit. Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Vacation Home

Everything we needed was provided and the house was very clean The location was great! Near everything from food to the beach
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Sept 2023
Susan, Thank you for your feedback. I’m so happy you had such a great time. I hope you come back to Cardinal soon! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Area

Easy to get to a great public beach and super close to both Indiana and Warren dunes State parks for extra hiking adventures. House worked great for the limited times we were actually there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2025
Alex, I’m glad that you had such a good time. Hope you come back in the fall! Hiking in Warren Dunes gets even better. Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The home was very clean and well kept up. We love coming to UnionPier every year! This is our second year to stay at the home and hoping we can stay again next year!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Mary Jo, Thank you for your feedback. Please come again next year! Sun, fun and relaxation await you at Cardinal. 😊 Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Our stay at Union Pier

It’s a great place to stay and very clean. Nice size bedrooms and clean spacious bathrooms. The location is great for easy access to shops and other small towns.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second stay at this property. It’s in a good location and is not far from the public beach. It’s a nice place and the inside was clean. Nice hot tub. Good space for parking . We had eight people in our group -it does sleep 8 unless you have the need to sleep people in an arrangement different than 2 people to each room. The only negatives I would say are:It’s not very well equipped if you are a real cook. The pans are very low quality and the non stick coating is scratched and peeling off. I went and bought a new set.. that I left at the house because it was also cheap ( from Dollar General just before closing on the evening we got in). And the dining arrangement is not comfortable nor big enough for everyone at the table for a meal. The living isn’t well set up either IF you wanna watch movies together the sofa faces the TV and the other two chairs’ backs are to the TV, facing the opposite direction. We did turn the chairs around but you have to sit behind whoever is on the sofa and only 4-5 people can sit in that room at a time. The place is nice it just needs some fresh ideas and better arrangements. The outside does need pressure washed it hasn’t been cleaned outside for sometime. You would like this place in spite of these things and we made do. Union Pier is a great place to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2026
Glad you liked your second stay at Cardinal! As far as the updating you mentioned, we did install brand new Brazilian wood on the deck this past winter, This ensures the deck stays nice and cool even on the hottest summer days. Sorry for the scratches on the cookware, we’ll replace the pieces that need replacing next year.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family weekend

Quick trip before our kids go back to highschool and college. Very nice place. We would stay here again. Loved the pastries from Black Currant Bakehouse not far from the house.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Aug 2023
Ruth, Thanks!! You and your crew are welcome back anytime. I agree- anything from the Black Current is awesome! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location

Really enjoyed the area, one level made it great for us! Played games and did puzzles at the kitchen table while enjoying time with my Sisters. Close to lots of shops, beaches, food and fun!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2023
Barbara, Thank you for your review! I’m so happy that you had such a terrific time! I look forward to seeing you and your group for another visit!! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice,quite,peaceful

Recommend for everyone,nice location,reasonable,quick connection!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Sept 2023
Ruslan, I’m thrilled that you and your group had a great time! I look forward to your return visit. Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place for a Getaway!

Our family got out of the Big City for a few days at the beach and some together time! The house was a great size for us and we loved the well-equipped kitchen. Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Dec 2023
David, Thank you so much for your review. Next time you’d like leave the big city, please remember that you can always escape to Cardinal. We look forward to your next visit! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Friends vacation

Families with kids staying for the weekend. Everyone was comfortable and it had great proximity to the beach. The only drawback is the layout of the living room furniture. There's not a huge sectional/sitting area for everyone to be at the same time, but we made it work and would still stay here again in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2025
Allison, We enjoyed having you and will be looking forward to your return visit! 😀😎 Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Jonina was great and property was very clean

Fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Matthew, Thank you so much for your review. I always feel great when someone has a good time at Cardinal. Hope you come back! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house in a pretty neighborhood! We loved the covered porch, large hot tub, clean and spacious house. It was so great to bike ride in the neighborhood and look at the pretty houses. Jonina was so helpful and kind. She met all of our needs. We plan on coming back!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2025
Julie. I’m delighted that you enjoyed your stay. You guys were fantastic!!!! Love you! Can’t wait for a return visit. Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great weekend getaway

We had a very nice and relaxing weekend! Everything was so convenient and exactly how described. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Sept 2023
Samantha, Your group was great. I look forward to a return visit! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The Perfect Place for a Gathering of Friends

Clean and comfortable, Cardinal provides plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for a groups of gals to get together. Even the hot tub was roomy! We had a great weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Sept 2023
Linda, Thank you for your feedback. Your group was great. I hope you and your team come back to Cardinal soon!!!!!! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Ladies’ Trip

Pleasant stay. The table with a bench and chairs in the kitchen was the most conducive for a group to congregate and talk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 June 2024
Kim, Thank you for your feedback! Great to hear that your group had an opportunity to connect. I look forward to your return stay!! Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2025
Joanne, Thank you for your feedback. Your group and you of course were fantastic! I look forward to your return visit! 😎 Jonina
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Girl's Weekend!

We loved it. Wine tasting weekend with friends. We were very comfortable - loved the hot tub, the new fireplace and the firepit! Great location - we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2022
Thank you! I’m glad you had a good time!! You and your entourage are welcome to stay at Cardinal anytime. Jonina

About the host

Hosted by Jonina

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I grew up in rural Maryland and now I’m in rural Michigan. I guess I’m just a small town girl.

Union Pier is paradise!

Why they chose this property

We have been visiting Union Pier for over a decade as renters. It’s so relaxing and there is so much to do. Hang out on the beach during the summer, ride bikes through the cornfields, kayak or hack up the golf course.

Doing nothing at all is always an optional too!

What makes this property unique

When I walked into Cardinal for the first time I was immediately struck by the high quality of the hardwood floors and furniture. I soon found out that the previous owner was a professional woodworker who applied his craftsmanship to his home.

In fact, if you stay here you will notice a rectangular building at the end of the lot that served as his workshop!

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