1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly

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A single-story house with a front porch, a garage, and a small front yard.
A blue door with a window, a number '2' on the wall, and a security keypad.
A backyard with Adirondack chairs, a fire pit, and a wooden fence.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in oven, and a microwave. There is a dining area with a dark coffee table and a swan-shaped decorative item. A television is mounted on the wall, and a chair is visible in the corner.
A wooden structure with a metal frame, surrounded by dense greenery and trees.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • 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.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Arcade/game room
  • Free internet
  • Air-conditioning

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Burnison Galleries
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

pull out couch

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (57 reviews)
1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as ice skating, snowmobiling and sledging.
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Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Burnison Galleries - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gordon Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • 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

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪PostBoy - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly?

As of 3 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly on 3 Jan 2027 start from £271, 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 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, 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.

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. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our time. Host was great and location was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and short walk down to a nice beach. It’s clean, cozy, and well organized. Couldn’t ask for anything more.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was a perfect fall getaway. We practically had the beach to ourselves. The host was prompt with communication. We will definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place.I will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent place

Great place and location Felt very much like home will definitely book again for a fall weekend getaway
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great relaxing location

Loved the cottage and being so close to Lake Michigan. Great location for restaurants, hikes shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location in Harbor Country

Enjoyed our short stay at Union Pier, cottage was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2023
We loved hosting you... please come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy weekend trip

Great beach house with plenty to do in walking distance. Very accommodating hosts who were quick to reply to any questions. Can’t wait to visit in the summer
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Came for a weekend wedding to beautiful Michigan and had the absolute best time at this spot! The space was clean and safe, the bed was SO comfy! Cannot wait to come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Getaway

Cute, cozy and comfy cottage. Perfect for our weekend getaway. Bed was very comfortable which is a major plus! Would love to return in the summer to enjoy the beautiful beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Nov 2023
Loved hosting you, Karen. Please come back again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short get a way

Stayed three nights mid week , beach was great .realyq
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Five Stars

This is the second time we've stayed here. Rented another cottage within the property for other family members and it worked perfectly! Brought our dogs and they loved the place, too!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Dec 2022
Loved hosting you again Stephanie. Come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Adorable cottage near the beach in quiet neighborhood

Close to beach. Around the corner from coffee. Dog friendly neighborhood. Quiet and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jul 2022
Loved hosting you Michelle. Come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wanted to stay

After a very stressful year or so my husband and I just needed away, this cottage was just what we needed! Erica and Freddie were the best as well! Definitely want to go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Loved hosting you Jennifer! Come back again … we love repeat renters!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Southbend Cubs

We were heading to the ballpark and decided to add a beach stay. Loved the Elephant Walk and all it provided. Had everything we could hope for.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept 2023
We loved hosting you! Please come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Reunion

We traveled to Union Pier for a family reunion. This property was conveniently located, close to other family members and close to the lake. It was a perfect place to return to for comfort and privacy. The cottage is very clean, the bed is comfortable, and everything we needed was provided. We loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2024
We loved hosting you Candace... please come back any time!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Union Pier August 25

Cute and cozy but definitely on the small side. Very close to highway and train tracks, could hear both. The location is a 10 to 15 minute walk to the beach. The beach is beautiful! Our host, Erica was attentive and easy to communicate with. A great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2024
Yes, my new neighbor across the street just ripped up all of her noise-buffering landscaping which is why it's a bit louder on property than normal. However, she is inputting mature trees and a large fence that will substantially buffer the noise from the train that runs only 2-3 times a day. Our property is NOT on Red Arrow-- there are properties that are in between that road and our property but the new landscaping will restore the quiet of the whole neighborhood. Come back again next summer... we'd love to have you back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Loved the Elephant Walk Cottage

Beautiful little cottage in quiet neighborhood. Short walk to the beach. Enjoyed a bike ride, the sunsets and the fire pit in the back yard. Two great days of relaxation in Union Pier. Thanks Erica
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2021
Loved hosting you Kirk, come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Raising to the occasion

Such a cute place! We ran into some hiccups upon arrival (no heat / no internet). Erica was super responsive - both issues were quickly resolved. The rest of our stay was absolutely comfortable and enjoyable. We recommend this place for all seasons!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Dec 2023
Loved hosting you Andrea! So sorry for the initial hiccups but glad we resolved them for you. Please come back and stay with us in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lake Michigan get away

Overall, this was just we needed. Lake Michigan is our favorite to rest and relax. We were also heading into Chicago from the Detroit Suburbs, so this is a great stop if you want to break up the trip. The lake was a short distance away with lots of shore to walk on, the neighborhood was charming and a restaurant was right around the corner. The only thing of note, is to check your coffee maker. I had to push on cord in back to get it to turn on and it did. Otherwise, it was a comfy rest for us. Thanks so much for the accommodations. We may definitely make this a stop on our way to Chicago again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect location

Cottage was very nice and had everything we needed but wasn’t quite big enough for 3 of us. It was pretty cramped when we did want to just chill or play a game. It would’ve been a great place for just my husband and I for a getaway. We were blessed with great weather so we really went and did stuff each day all day. It was nice and close also to the beach which was stunning. The whole complex does not have great internet either we never could stay connected if that’s important to you if you have work to do or even want to watch a movie on your personal fire stick. Wonderful place to unplug though. The owners were available also if needed. Cute quaint cottage!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Aug 2023
So great to host you Trisha! Comcast ended up coming 2 days after you checked out to update everything. Internet is the fastest possible and during the pandemic we had the entire compound e-working/schooling without problem. That said, I'm so sorry you had a bit of spotty service during your stay. We hope you come back again! Trying a 2 bedroom, Cottage 1 or Cottage 4, is ideal for any more than 2 people. Thanks again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My dog and I had a fantastic time. We were able to walk to nearby restaurants, and there’s a great little grocery store that maybe takes 2 minutes to walk to. I thought everything was even nicer than the photos suggest. Thank you so much!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jun 2026
Loved hosting you! Please come back any time!
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Communication

Unterkunft war sehr einfach

Ich war ca. 6 Tage in der Unterkunft. Es hätte etwas sauberer sein können und ich hatte zwei Tage kein warmes Wasser. Ich habe es zwar reklamiert, aber es dauerte dann noch gute eineinhalb Tage, bis das Wasser wieder war war. Aber nur zum Übernachten wars ok.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cute place

Close to restaurants, stores, and the beach! Clean and cute. My boyfriend and I brought our dog and it was perfect for what a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Apr 2021
So glad you had a great time Angel. Come back any time!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
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