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2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa.

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Your own private chef
    One of the few properties offering private chef services.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Townline Beach
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Chikaming Township, MI
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Townline Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Detached Unit

1 Double Futon

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 4

Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa.

Restored Art Deco Era Beach House, featuring refinished hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, a private large sandy Beach (property owns beach) on Lake Michigan , a custom lakeside outdoor kitchen with two dining tables, grill, pot warmer, wet bar and wine captain. Relax in the private hot tub with privacy or enjoy the Custom Gazebo on the Beach, furnished including a love seat sofa sleeper, perfect for napping young children if you choose to be on the beach. Professionally decorated in quality coastal chic furnishings. Sonos music entertainment system with surround sound inside and out plus two smart TVs

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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

You need to know

Property # 419167vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this cottage is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and New Buffalo Public Beach. Ready for a night out? Consider Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center and Silver Creek Event Center. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging and snowmobiling.
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Chikaming Township, MI

What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Townline Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gordon Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 23 min drive - 45.0 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 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 2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa.?

As of 28 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa. on 22 Sept 2026 start from AU$1,959, 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 2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 2024 remodeled historic Lake Michigan waterfront Union Pier home with spa. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Union Pier cottage is just steps away from Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Townline Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 15 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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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

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

Great Family trip!

The location is Perfect!, nice quiet neighborhood, walkable to downtown Union Pier. Layout of house was perfect for everyone, from 3 month old grandson to 89 year old Papaw!! Loved the view from inside the house and from the deck! Gazebo on beach was great! Christopher went above and beyond to make our stay enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

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

Beautiful home with beach access

Gorgeous property with direct beach access in Union Pier.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Carol C.

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

family

Was very nice given the storm that hit a week before. Our need is a bit of a different layout........the kitchen layout with the open stays....we remedied with a chair laid over the entrance, We wish you the best with the repairs and thank you for not cancelling us.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Leslie K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Loved beach location and proximity to restaurants and Red Arrow highway. Wonderful linens and towels. Nicely furnished. Christopher helpful. Enjoyed the hot tub. Great beach chairs, umbrellas. Charming gazebo. Listed as 4 bedrooms but one "bedroom" is part of the basement. House is 90 years old and basement is clean but has the distinct smell of damp. We could not feel good about anyone sleeping down there. Owners need to address damp and refresh outdoor kitchen and bathroom in main bedroom. Need new stove as well in kitchen. Only 1 burner worked. Would stay again if we didn't need the 4th bedroom.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Spectacular All Inclusive Summer Getaway

My family and I have stayed at Casa De Lago many times. I think it is the best getaway spot in Harbor Country. You might not have to leave the property the entire time you are there. With the Hot tub, outdoor kitchen, beach and beach house, you can easily fill your day. The owners have updated the entire house and managed to leave most every origional detail, and the true character in the house. The Arched doorways and windows are truly beautiful! My favorite time is opening a bottle of local wine, cooking a great dinner on the deck and waiting for the most beautiful sunset in the state of Michigan! I would reccomend this property to anyone! The only negative I have is it is a house for about 8 people, not large groups. It is not a property for a family reunion. The pictures say it all on this property! Happy Summer
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Kristina A.

Perfect family vacation!

We had a perfect time at this lovely home for a week in July. The beach is gorgeous! The lake views from the deck, and the sunsets every night, are breathtaking. We had two families, for a total of 4 adults and 3 kids. The house was exactly the right size (you could fit another couple in the third "adult-size" bedroom, or put a kid or two in there, but personally I wouldn't do more than that). The house is very well-equipped with everything you need, and it exudes charm with its curved doors from the 1920s. The kitchen and baths are fully updated and attractive as well as quite functional. The hot tub is very clean (they came while we were there to check chlorine etc) and was fun at the end of the day. Owner has kindly allowed use of beach umbrellas and rafts, etc. Only suggestion I have is to bring beach towels. Otherwise, this vacation was probably the most perfect we have ever taken. Thanks to Chris, our outstanding concierge, for attending to every little detail! Among other things, he arranged for paddle board delivery, which I highly recommend (we had ages 5 to 54 in our group, and every single one of us used the paddleboards). Exceptional service and a magnificent location on a private beach make this rental well worth the cost, especially if shared between two families.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ina L.

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

Nice

Beautiful, very clean home. Great view of lake from living area and deck. Manager very nice young man who meets you at the house upon arrival and is quick with any needed communication. Bedroom in the back of the house has absolutely no privacy as the door is completely see thru. It does sit down from the living area by about 4 steps. We put up a blanket over the stair rail to allow some privacy. The shower is a little tricky to get in and out of but great water pressure. Beds comfortable. Kids loved the hot tub. Beach is clean and swimmable with little ones. No stones as seen in some of the lake if you go further North. Very few pay attention to the private beach signs but it is very much a family oriented beach. You can walk quite some distance either way. Beach chairs provided and many beach chairs. It is truly a lovely home but maybe priced a little high for the size.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristina L.

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

Lovely Memorial Day weekend getaway!

We had a great experience at this property. It’s directly on a private beach with a maybe 50 stairs down to the beach. The house is well stocked with some beach chairs, and canopy and all the kitchen items you need! Plenty of towels! Chris, the host, was very accessible and accommodating. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danette K.

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

September family time

We met part of our family here in mid September. The weather was wonderful for the first few days. The beach was fabulous as was the house. Chris is a great property manager. We had to move our vacation time by a few days twice because our grandson was sick. Chris worked this out with the owner and we so appreciated it. Chris met us at the property and filled us in on the things we needed to know including great restaurants in the area! We had a couple of questions during our stay and Chris was quick to get back with us. About 3 hours into our trip back home, we realized that we had left some clothes there. We reached out to Chris and he is in the process of sending them to us at home. He has definitely gone the extra mile for us and we very much appreciate his efforts on our behalf! This property is a win win!
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carrie G.

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

Summer 2021

We had a marvelous week! We will return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee F.

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

Amazing Family Time on the Beach

Property has the most amazing views of Lake Michigan from large deck and a cabana and private beachfront. Our family had a wonderful time lounging on the beach, kayaking, paddle boarding, and numerous beach games. Hot tub in private nook alongside the house was a big hit as well. Very cute home with beautiful views and great living room/kitchen/dining area overlooking lake. Comfortable bedrooms, pretty Art Deco details throughout the home. Very responsive manager who gave us numerous helpful tips for the area. Short walk from the home to yummy bakery, small grocery place, gelato, and short drive to multiple restaurants. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alan I.

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

Awesome view

We couldn't have been happier. We already booked a follow up stay. Property manager, Chris, was excellent to deal with.Views were awesome and the location was ideal.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

dan n.

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

Great

Great property! Really nice owner
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori N.

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

Beautiful, unique property

My husband and I stayed for 3 nights in September. The interior of the house and spacious deck are very nice. The weather was unfortunately not the best when we were there, but we still enjoyed our stay. The hot tub was a bonus in the cooler weather. There are some nice restaurants and breweries nearby which we took advantage of. The neighborhood is very nice and of course being right on Lake Michigan is great. The property has a nice sandy private beach. The only thing I would mention is that if you staying with a large group, the bedrooms all have doors with glass panels which don't provide the best privacy -so keep that in mind. It was just myself and my husband so it was not an issue. Overall great place, would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

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

Great

Great house in a great location ! Will be back
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen K.

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

Wonderful experience

The home is nicely appointed and well equipped. The furnishings are very clean and well maintained. The main attraction is the deck and gazebo. The house deck has plenty of trees to give shade but an opening to let the lake and sunset views in. The gazebo affords you to sit closer to the lake, enjoy a glass of wine or coffee, read a book and nap - all of which we enjoyed. Christopher was easy to work with and always available. He knows the area well and has recommendations for anything you would need. Perfect vacation!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

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

July 4 Week

Wife and I and 3 teenagers (14, 17, 19) spent 4th of July week. House exudes character and had everything we needed. Sonos was great and used a lot on deck and hot tub area. Rented kayak and paddleboard from Outpost Sports. Chris took care of and was very helpful with local recommendations. Deck has firepit for marshmallow and smores. Impressed by lack of bugs as owner sprays for mosquitoes. Location is perfect with fantastic views of Lake Michigan from deck, gazebo and beach. New Buffalo to south and St. Joseph to north are nice towns to walk and explore and satisfied my wife and daughters shopping needs. Recommend Timothy's for dinner - food and service outstanding. Would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Samantha G.

Lovely Thanksgiving on the Lake

Our family of five (plus the dog) stayed at Casa De Lago over Thanksgiving. The house was wonderful. Plenty of space for all of us. And the location was fabulous. Even though it was chilly we sat on the deck to admire the view. Christopher was super to work with. Super responsive and helpful. He even recommended a local place to get a fresh turkey! Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Chris W.

Birthday weekend

We stayed at the Casa de Lago for my wife's birthday weekend with seven other friends. The view and beach were wonderful and the house was well equipped for our group. There is a spacious deck with a built-in grill and a gazebo with an extra pull out sofa. The biking opportunities were good and there are many good restaurants and cafes nearby. The sunsets were gorgeous! We will definitely plan another stay if this house is available.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Ming C.

Casa de Lago - Perfect!

Casa de Lago was perfect for us! Two families with 5 kids total. More than enough room. Kids loved the basement as play area, set up the Wii down there. Bunk beds worked great too. Spent some good times in the hot tub too. Private beach was perfect, right next to public access but no issues at all once private sign was put up. Perfect weather. A lot of sand toys with the home, plenty of towels too. Chris, our concierge, was very attentive and helped us with anything we needed. We hope to come back next year!!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great weekend getaway again!

This is the second year we stayed and again had a wonderful experience. The whole process is very easy and the owners are very responsive. The house is beautiful and perfect for groups or an extended family.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

NEHA M.

Wonderful Weekend Stay

We live in Chicago and did a weekend getaway with a group of friends for my birthday. The house is gorgeous!! The bedrooms were so comfortable and there were plenty of blankets, pillows, towels/beach towels in the closet. The private beach was lovely and there were even beach toys for our use. The sunset from the deck is unbelievable! We had a wonderful time grilling and eating on the deck while watching the sunset. The Jacuzzi is a nice size as well and can fit around 8 people. We hope to be back next summer!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beth H.

Amazing Vacation!

We spent a week in this villa and everything that is mentioned and seen in the pictures and information is true! The views and sunsets are breathtaking. It was the best of both worlds for a family with kids. Our kids can be running on the beach while we are relaxing. Sitting in the gazebo watching the waves, running down the beach with the kids, or quietly reading a book in the living room surrounded by windows with lake views. There are many activities around the Union Pier area as well as local wineries, dunes, skiing, etc. The outdoor kitchen makes it easy to cook for the family. The hot tub provides a break from the busy day and beckons a glass of wine and view of the stars. I would recommend this villa for couples or families, it will suit anyone whether it is the large extended families or couple seeking a quiet retreat! We will definitely return!
Verified

8/10 Good

Paul E.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Christopher Miles

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Sand Castles-Rent The Unique.

We offer upscale Beach House Vacation Rentals.

Why they chose this property

Located in Old Union Pier, you can walk to Shops and Restaurants
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What makes this property unique

Has a Gazebo on the Beach, the property owns its Beach to the waters edge, you are able to do Bonfires on the Beach, custom Lake Side Outdoor Kitchen, a large upscale Hot Tub/ Jacuzzi, Two Suites and Two Guest Rooms. Interior was professionally decorated in 2016 with quality coastal furniture and accents. Property has Sonos music entertainment with surround sound speakers.

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