10/10 Excellent
Sean M.
12 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sean M.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Bright, Colorful, Cozy Home Close To Beach, Town And Activities.
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 7185.8 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Union Pier, MI
- Gordon Beach11 min walk
- St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room4 min drive
- Four Winds Casino New Buffalo8 min drive
- South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)45 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Loft Living Room
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master
1 King Bed
Upstairs loft bedroom
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Guest Bathroom 2
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Loft bathroom 3
Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Master Bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Bright, Colorful, Cozy Home Close To Beach, Town And Activities.
Everything you need to relax and enjoy your vacation, MI ReTreat features...
Master bedroom with king bed and master bath
Guest bedroom with queen bed and adjacent bath
Upstairs loft bedroom with two twin beds and bath
Pull-out full sofa bed in separate room
Kiwi green leather sectional sofa
Renovated and fully-equipped kitchen
Central A/C and heat
Screened-in porch
Outdoor deck with BBQ grill and dining table
Flat screen TV, cable, DVD movies
WiFi internet
Washer and dryer
Wood-burning fireplace
Outdoor fire pit
High ceilings, skylights, many windows and natural light
Colorful artwork throughout home
Note for people with severe pet allergies: Renters are not allowed to have pets, per association rules. However, i do have my dogs that stay once or twice a year.
Master bedroom with king bed and master bath
Guest bedroom with queen bed and adjacent bath
Upstairs loft bedroom with two twin beds and bath
Pull-out full sofa bed in separate room
Kiwi green leather sectional sofa
Renovated and fully-equipped kitchen
Central A/C and heat
Screened-in porch
Outdoor deck with BBQ grill and dining table
Flat screen TV, cable, DVD movies
WiFi internet
Washer and dryer
Wood-burning fireplace
Outdoor fire pit
High ceilings, skylights, many windows and natural light
Colorful artwork throughout home
Note for people with severe pet allergies: Renters are not allowed to have pets, per association rules. However, i do have my dogs that stay once or twice a year.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 27
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
MI ReTreat is part of a quiet community.
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
MI Retreat is a smoke-free home.
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
Note from host: MI ReTreat is part of a quiet community.
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 and a deadlock
Property Registration Number STR-25-0086
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Union Pier
Located in Union Pier, this holiday home is in the city centre and on the beach. 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. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Union Pier, MI
What's nearby
- Union Pier Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Townline Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
- Gordon Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
- St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.5 km
- Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 8 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
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 - 7 min drive
- Redamak's Tavern - 5 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.8/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Julie L.
26 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay in Union Pier
Julie L.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen T.
6 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July Fun
Kathleen T.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
maureen m.
22 July 2025
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
maureen m.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Timothy M.
24 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely place to stay
Timothy M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kristin T.
4 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Kristin T.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Margaret C.
6 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and relaxing
Margaret C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sue W.
19 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful, well appointed retreat
Sue W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Emily W.
9 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
Emily W.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mary M.
25 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
ACC Bike Weekens
Mary M.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ashkan K.
20 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College Reunion
Ashkan K.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Angela L.
29 Apr 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location
Angela L.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Kathie B.
15 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kathie B.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
10/10 Excellent
Alison F.
9 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfection
Alison F.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew C.
22 Nov 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding stay
Matthew C.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Katie J.
28 Apr 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spring Getaway
Katie J.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joyce Y.
14 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful wedding weekend
Joyce Y.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Joshua D.
3 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house, great location!
Joshua D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Mary E C.
14 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Will rent again.
Mary E C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jared J.
7 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and home!
Jared J.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ben A.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Ben A.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Nancy H.
19 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our visit to Union Pier
Nancy H.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Deborah D.
19 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Bright and cheerful
Deborah D.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Laura B.
29 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Incredible beautiful home!
Laura B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Allison C.
10 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer fun
Allison C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
About the host
Hosted by Jena Hollensteiner Armistead
I bought the house in 2009. I renovated the kitchen, guest bathroom, added an outdoor deck and made other improvements in 2013-16. In 2022, I added a dormer for more living space, bedroom and a third full bathroom. I cherish MI ReTreat, but am not able to use it as often as I'd like since I moved from Chicago to Nashville. I enjoy sharing it with family and friends.
Why they chose this property
I looked for two years before buying MI Retreat. I loved the open floor plan, skylights, fireplace and creating a colorful/relaxing space.
What makes this property unique
Abundant natural light. Screened-in porch. Outdoor deck. Modern kitchen. All the comforts of home. Colorful artwork. Wood burning fireplace. You can walk one way down street to beach, and the other way to the town of Union Pier. The place is unique and unlike most rentals. Furnished not like a rental property, but like a real home! MI Retreat is Your Retreat.
Languages:
English
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