Cozy Beach Cottage BIG YARD 1 Blk to Private Beach. 3 NIGHT MINIMUM Stay for 2BR

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Large fenced in yard with a huge circular firepit.

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Parking available

Washer

Outdoor Space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Union Pier, MI

Union Pier Beach

11 min walk

Gordon Beach

14 min walk

Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room

3 min drive

Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)

18 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Living room

2 Double Sofa Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

Dining

Living area

Exterior

About this property

Cozy pet friendly home just 1 block to Lake Michigan and private newly built descending staircase with sitting benchs overlooking Lake Michigan for unbelievable sunset vistas. Large oak, maple, mulberry, and pine trees surround a large fully fenced in yard with a large fire pit sitting circle in yard. A cottage vacation rental for small and large groups alike. Two bedroom rental unit comfortable for up to 6 people. Option of renting both the rental unit/owner's unit for larger family/friend groupings if stay one week. Each cottage unit has it's own bathroom (1), kitchen, dining and living room, and with 2 bedrooms in each. Rental cottage unit also has 2 sofa beds.

Yard with jungle gym swing set /slide for the kids, fire pit circle, picnic table seating, and gas grill.

Enjoy beautiful Michigan sunsets at the end of each day with a glass of wine. Barbeque a fantastic dinner then relax around the fire pit toasting marshmallows or enjoying your favorite beverages by the glow of tiki torches and the moonlit/starlit sky!. You will be making your family memories that will last a lifetime.

Property manager

Dawn

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

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Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

A maximum of two cars are allowed to park on the property. Any additional vehicle will be assessed a $200 fine per day.

Dog waste is to be fully managed/picked up or a $200 fine will be assessed

All guests must be disclosed. Additional guests not disclosed will incur a $200 a night assessment.

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

Onsite 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 there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this cottage is in the city center and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

Gordon Beach - 14 min walk
Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive
St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
Townline Beach - 4 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive

Getting around

New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬14 min drive
‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Beach Cottage BIG YARD 1 Blk to Private Beach. 3 NIGHT MINIMUM Stay for 2BR pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Beach Cottage BIG YARD 1 Blk to Private Beach. 3 NIGHT MINIMUM Stay for 2BR?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Beach Cottage BIG YARD 1 Blk to Private Beach. 3 NIGHT MINIMUM Stay for 2BR?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Beach Cottage BIG YARD 1 Blk to Private Beach. 3 NIGHT MINIMUM Stay for 2BR located?

This family-friendly Union Pier cottage is located on a river, within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 15 minutes.

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Anthony D.

Aug 20, 2024

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location and comfortable beds.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

Jul 8, 2024

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

Relaxing weekend

It was a relaxing weekend with a cottage. Dawn was helpful but not intrusive at all. The yard was perfect for the dogs and young kids and we enjoyed evening s’mores by the fire pit. It is a short walk to the private beach and was close enough to the more crowded new buffalo scene when that was desired.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessie H.

Aug 19, 2023

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

Lovely Lakehouse stay!

Fantastic place to enjoy time for relaxation and recreation on lovely Lake Michigan! We loved being inside this cottage and outside in the yard -- both were comfortable and spacious. We had everything we needed to spend time having fun, making memories, and enjoying outdoor beauty. Dawn is a gracious and accommodating host, she is easy to work with and fielded all our inquiries. Definitely recommend and definitely will come back!

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen N.

Aug 4, 2023

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

Great location!

Our first night started off with a wild thunderstorm. We lost power and had a few questions about a beeping sound in the middle of the night because of the storm. Our host was so gracious and worried about us they didn’t even mind the 2 am call and followed up with us the next day. A+ communication. The location to the beach and the beautiful descending stairs down to the beach are a dream. We will definitely be back.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert T.

Jun 11, 2023

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

Lovely weekend

Came for my wife’s birthday with our almost 3 yr old. Enjoyed the yard for relaxing mornings with the play set and then new Buffalo beaches were a short drive as well as the private beach walk accessible to. Dawn was communicative prior to check in and responsive during check in. Food in UP easy to pick up as well as go to for a quick stop in. New Buffalo nearby (less than 15min drive) if you need more hustle and bustle. Overall lovely experience - Rob

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Oct 4, 2022

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

Perfect Off-Season

Property and house are exactly as described. Knotty pine reminded me of grandma’s house. Loved the yard! Just make sure both gates latch securely.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Milan S.

Sep 5, 2022

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

Very nice holiday weekend stay

We enjoyed our stay at Dawn's cottage. Great location, clean, as described. Good communication. Would consider coming back. Thank you.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S., Chicago, IL

Aug 9, 2022

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

Wonderful Stay

We had a great time staying here (5 adults, one kid, one dog). The cottage was rustic and reminiscent of the one I grew up visiting. It’s a quick 3 min walk to the beach. My son loved the yard and swing set and we loved the huge fire pit and outdoor seating. Everything was clean and well taken care of.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen m.

Jul 29, 2022

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

Perfect summer getaway

Was so close to a very relaxing private beach. Accommodations were great. Would definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Jul 29, 2022

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

Girls’ trip

We enjoyed staying here. There was lots of room, the kitchen was well supplied, and the outdoor area was wonderful. The walk to the beach was easy. Although there were stairs to the beach, they are built to be easy going up and down. Of course, the beach was perfect!!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Jul 14, 2022

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

Larger than expected

Dawn was a great host and made the check in process great. The property and house was much larger than we expected. I definitely recommend!

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ken U.

Jul 1, 2022

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

An Ideal Beach Vacation home away from home!!!

We had an absolutely fabulous five day vacation in your Cottage at Union Pier. The quiet, brief walk to the beach was filled with excitement and joyous anticipation for the little ones. The yard was a playground, the roasted marshmallows superb. Shopping was close for everything we needed. I would definitely recommend staying at Dawn’s Cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carl F.

Jun 28, 2022

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

Nice cottage with a great outdoor space and super close to the beach! We would love to come back.

We had a great stay in a quiet neighborhood with our family and pup. Loved that the cottage was a super easy walk to the beach. The yard, fire pit and grills were great. We hope to come back soon.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

8/10 Good

Sarah M.

Oct 15, 2021

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

Great location and host

We had a very good time at Dawn's property and she was an excellent host with great communication. Upon arrival there was a minor problem with the toilet and she sent someone over within minutes to fix it. The proximity to the beautiful neighborhood private beach is ideal. The large fenced in yard with firepit, playset for kids, and two grills were perfect for our family and small dog. The only feedback I have is that the kitchen supplies need some updating, as we were unable to use a lot of them due to the condition they were in. And the cleanliness of the in house could be improved upon a bit. That being said, we had a lovely stay at this perfectly located home!

Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Samir J.

Sep 1, 2021

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

Absolutely wonderful

We LOVED our stay at Dawn’s. The location was excellent and the private beach was sooo nice, it’s a very short walk and easy to get to, not crowded at all, and very clean. The house was really well appointed and our 2yo loved the playground in the yard. Dawn was also an excellent host, very communicative and helpful throughout the stay. We ended up forgetting our sons favorite stuffed animal and Dawn promptly called us. Recognizing how important this was, she overnighted it back and refused to take reimbursement. We couldn’t believe how helpful and generous she was! When we come back to the area, we will 100% book Dawn’s place again!

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ellen O.

Aug 23, 2021

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

Amazing outdoor space

Home was very clean and nice, but the real perk was the backyard. Lovely space with a great outdoor cooking and dining setup. Fenced in yard and play set makes it great for kids and dogs. A beautiful beach is also just a couple of blocks away.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

James V.

Aug 18, 2021

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

Nice yard, good location

Good times

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Monica D.

Aug 11, 2021

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

Love it here with plans to return!

My family and I rented this place from Dawn and couldn't hope for anything better. The house is great and the yard.. was the best. My kids and my dog had a blast. The beach is a few minute walk and was really easy to navigate. Listing is exactly as written but even better in real life. Thanks again!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittany G.

Jul 25, 2021

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

Great for kids/families

The location to the beach and the yard were a home run for us. The kids loved playing outside on the play set when we took a break from the beach. You can also walk to a little market for yummy treats, coffee, sandwiches etc. it was a great get away!

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Margaret Z.

Jul 22, 2021

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

Perfect place for my family vacation

This was a comfortable, clean, ideal cottage for my vacation with my mother and young child. The huge fenced in yard with swing-set could not have been more perfect for my toddler. The location was a short walk from a beautiful beach that was clearly enjoyed by friendly residents, and it was never too crowded given that it was a private beach. The kitchen was well appointed and bathtub/shower were great. It was the perfect cottage vibe and my mom could not say enough about how much she loved it. Having a small, active child can be stressful when staying in someone's place, but we were immediately at ease here. Thank you Dawn for not having many breakables around. We certainly hope to stay here again in the future.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anne R.

Jul 20, 2021

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

Great location and yard

The cottage was a short walk to the beach which was very convenient. It was also super close to the Whistle Stop Grocery. The cottage was roomy for a 2 bedroom and had an awesome fenced in yard. Although our children are grown, there was an amazing swing set. We enjoyed the firepit and barbeque grill also.

Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly D.

Jul 4, 2021

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

Dog friendly.

This was the first time we had traveled with our pup. So easy to say we were nervous.. but this was perfect cottage. The fenced in yard and inside of cottage was perfect. Nice neighborhood streets to walk. Quick and easy access to private beach.

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rick D.

Jun 29, 2021

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

Clean, close to beach

Easy to find, easy to get to beach. Well situated and a short drive from several other attractions. Stayed for a week, had a great time.

10/10 Excellent

Ed K.

Jun 22, 2021

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

Summer Solstice 2021

Great access to harbor country with plenty of trails to hike with my dogs that also enjoyed the large fenced yard.

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021

2/10 Terrible

Melissa P.

Sep 26, 2020

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

So many other choices...

Our family booked this cottage for a getaway in August of this year and had to leave early due to the conditions of the house. The home had not been cleaned in some time and the owner later indicated she would "deep clean" at the beginning of the season but we had concerns especially with Covid. The place had layers of dust under every bed, couch, table..etc and it was obvious there had been no cleaning recently. Later the owner indicated her regular cleaning lady had cancelled prior to our stay so she cleaned the cottage and assured us the place was fully clean to her. We reluctantly agreed to stay because it was our only vacation and then woke up to a pile of ants all over a sealed and boxed bakery item we had purchased the day prior. The owner said she warned us she lived on a sand dune and there were ants. The ants were all over the coffee maker, the dishwasher, the laundry and made their way into the bathroom. They lasted the entire time we were there and even with us spraying, they kept coming back. As a result, we literally did not use the kitchen once when we were there. We had to eat out every day and ate our breakfast outside. Total mess. We should have left. After a few days, we indicated we wanted to leave early and asked for the cleaning fee to be waived as well as a 50% discount for each night and the deposit to be returned. Despite asking, the owner still charged us for the day we left early since we left after the 11:00 checkout. She ended up refunding us the fee for cleaning and an additional amount but it was a wash because we were still charged for the day we left early. She also eluded to the fact that we used her front yard/fire pit and the beach, so that should have been enough. I would not recommend this property - the area is great, but this property is not as described and is not taken care of. Such a disappointment!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

About the host

Hosted by Dawn

Fun loving and honest. Work in healthcare. Enjoy my Cubs, relaxing in Michigan, and travelling to interesting locations.

Why they chose this property

It is a traditional cottage, lovely large yard, and the kids love to play in the yard and jungle gym. It is so close to the beach and when accessing Red Arrow Highway to travel to Sawyer for a craft beverage or to New Buffalo to shop and dine. Dogs really enjoy the yard and do not escape as it is completely fenced in. Lastly, the evening hours spent around the fire pit are so special....not to mention the night sky and stars. Fireworks are often lit off on the beach at night so you may get a nice free show!

For those who like, the casinos are close and offer concerts too!