4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly
Come explore Elephant Walk, a dog-friendly compound, walkable to beach and town, designed to make memories for your group. It provides multiple gathering spots both outside and in while ensuring ample privacy at the same time. This is a listing for our Main House, which offers giant living spaces to accommodate the whole group and provides 4 very large bedrooms and 3 baths. On the same grounds, there are 5 smaller cottages that offer full kitchens/bathrooms/living spaces and house 1-2 bedrooms each. If you would like to rent the Main House as well as 1+ cottages, please see our VRBO links to the other cottages or message me to check on availability. Host your retreat, wedding party, or reunion here for an unforgettable experience!
We allow large group bookings only (Main House + at least 2 cottages) until around late Fall of each year at which point we'll open up the calendar for anyone to reserve the house and cottages separately and allow for instant booking. Please message us for details, and we will respond within 24 hours.
Much work has been done to this compound since we bought it in Jan 2019. Stay tuned to this as we will update pictures as changes are made as well as provide more updates we'll make over the coming years.
*2024 updates from a home maintenance standpoint: -Entire property: new exterior paint, parking signs for all of the cottages, new ceiling fans -Main House: gas grill added to charcoal grill option, new screened porch furniture and ceiling (no leaks!), kitchen backsplash, new balcony off primary bedroom -Cottage 2: electrical overhaul to fix sporadic outages -Cottage 3: expanded private enclosed yard -Cottage 4: new basketball hoop -Cottage 5: kitchen refresh with new countertops and kitchen sink
**Everyone must review the rental agreement which is comprehensive: lists the terms of the rental agreement, the dog waiver (if you are bringing a dog), provides suggested packing items, lists the hot tub rules (for Main House only).
**Please designate upon checking out if you are bringing a dog so you can have the pet fee added onto your final total.
**Note that Cottage 1 shares a wall with the far hallway corner of the Main House but as of 2022, we've added insulation and other measures to ensure noise transfer is drastically minimized. Cottage 1 and 2 used to have an interior door that locked but it was the source of noise transfer so in Spring of 2022, we closed up that door and added insulation in the units to minimize noise transfer. Cottages 4 and 5 share no walls as they stand alone on the property. All cottages have a pull out couch, and the Main House has 2 pull out couches, one in each king bedroom.
Thank you for visiting, we hope you choose Elephant Walk for your next group get-away! Email us with any questions, and we'll answer any questions within 24 hours.
The links to the other units on the property are as follows: Elephant Walk- Main House: www.vrbo.com/1519363 Elephant Walk- Cottage 1: www.vrbo.com/1519692 Elephant Walk- Cottage 2: www.vrbo.com/1519733 Elephant Walk- Cottage 3: www.vrbo.com/1519782 Elephant Walk- Cottage 4: www.vrbo.com/1519804 Elephant Walk- Cottage 5: www.vrbo.com/1519825
The Main House is the anchor for the compound-- kitchen and main living spaces can house a huge group, and the backyard provides a huge space for games and has a large fire pit. Main House renters have use of a private driveway.
• 2 Bedrooms King • 1 Bedroom Queen • 1 Bedroom w 2 Twin Beds • 2 Queen Sofa Beds/Futons (1 adult can fit ) • Cable TV • Free wi-fi internet • 4 TV's with DVD player • Two Large Balconies • Oversized Screened Porch with Harvest Table and Sitting Area • Soaking tub in Master Bath • Wood burning Fireplace • Air Conditioning/Central Heating • Large Yard • High end Weber Performer Charcoal Grill and gas grill • Fully Equipped Kitchen • Outdoor Shower and Hot Tub • Game room in garage with ping pong table and bar stools w bar top • Use of private driveway
--From Memorial Day to Labor Day we require 3 night minimum stay, but a 7 night stay (Fri-Fri) is required in the heart of the summer, from June through beginning of August unless the week is already broken up. --Well behaved dogs are welcome. Pets are required to be on leash outside of fenced yard, and you are required to pick up after them or fee will be assessed. --Note our suggested packing items we provide right before your arrival. Starter paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags are provided but you'll have to bring your own after the starters. We don't do this because we're cheap or insensitive. We do this because we are not often in the area to run these kinds of things over, and we also like for guests to be respectful of the environment which we've noticed happens more often when guests bring their own disposable supplies. Thank you for your understanding!
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Dogs only, waiver must be reviewed, $100 fee/dog
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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-Quiet hours (10pm - 7am) must be observed
- 7 night rentals, Fri-Fri,last week of June-early Aug, unless week is already broken up.Email for exceptions for large gps. 2 or 3 nt min other times
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1519363vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 11
Note from host: events are only for those sleeping at property
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
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 holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and New Buffalo Public Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and snowmobiling.
Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
Getting around
New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
Four Winds Sports Bar - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
Redamak's Tavern - 6 min drive
PostBoy - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much does it cost to stay at 4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly?
As of 21 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly on 20 Oct 2026 start from £970, 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 4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 4 bed/3 bath huge house, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, hot tub/game rm, dog friendly located?
This family-friendly Union Pier holiday home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Gordon Beach and Burnison Galleries are also within 15 minutes.
About the host
Hosted by Erica Carli
We live in Chicago and discovered Harbor Country through a family member, who has a home in New Buffalo. We fell in love with the area as it is a very short drive from Chicago, but makes you feel like you are a world away from the hustle bustle of the city. We know you will love this area of the country as much as we do. We are very detail-oriented when it comes to furnishing a home and have tried to think of everything to make your stay fun, relaxing and enjoyable. We are fair, level-headed and love to hear feedback about how to make your stay even better.
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