1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard
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. Our Main House 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 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. Cottages 3 and 5 have small, private, fenced-in yards.
**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!
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:
Cottage 3 is a private cottage on the property with a private fenced in yard. Still a great arrangement for an extended family visit as you can connect through the backyard, but also fine if traveling alone. Drivers park on the street in front of house, 1 car max.
• 1 Bedroom Queen • 1 full Sofa Bed in Living Room • 1 Bath • private fenced in yard • Cable TV and Smart TV combined • Free wi-fi internet • Air Conditioning, Central Heating • Private front yard with bbq grill • Access to Main House big backyard and other amenities (hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pits, game room, etc.) if sharing compound with large group • Weber Kettle Grill for Charcoal • Fully Equipped Kitchen
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Dogs only, waiver adhered to, $100 fee @ check out
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Smoking is not permitted
-Pls bring own paper towels, toilet ppr, garbage bags. We provide starters only. No Saturday check outs ever! Cleaners don't work on Saturdays.
- Well behaved dogs are welcome, must adhere to pet waiver and must pay $100 pet fee at check out.
- 7 night rentals, Fri-Fri,last week of June-mid 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
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 and a deadlock
About the area
Union Pier
Located in Union Pier, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or try out other outdoor activities such as snowmobiling and ice skating.
Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Townline Beach - 9 min drive - 2.5 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
Four Winds Sports Bar - 13 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 7 min drive
White Birch Market - 14 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard 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, fenced yard?
As of 12 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard on 18 May, 2026 start from S$214, 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, fenced yard?
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, fenced yard?
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, fenced yard?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard located?
Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Gordon Beach and Burnison Galleries are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful time in Union Pier! Erica was a great host…she communicated perfectly before we got there so we knew all we had to know about the property and area. It was definitely dog friendly and right down the street from Warren Dunes State Park. Lots of great restaurants all around!
Another great stay at the Elephant Walk!Close to the beach, Whistle Stop, and Red Arrow Roadhouse. Side yard was great for our little Frenchie, Augie.PY-LaGrange, IL
Perry Y.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Aug, 2025
Thanks Perry! You guys are great guests. Please come again soon. And thank you for feeding Babar!
The Elephant Walk is a wonderful relaxing place! Cottage 3 worked well for us and our Sheepadoodle, the side yard was perfect for relaxing in the evening and allowing Aspen to join us! Will definitely stay again!
Tammy H.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Sept, 2023
We loved hosting you Tammy... please come back any time!
The cottage was cozy for a short couple day sister get-away! The location is great- just a short walk to the beach, a restaurant, and coffee shop!! The host could not be any kinder and more accomodating!! She let us check-in early and check-out later!!! So nice!!
Christine L.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Mar, 2025
Thanks so much Christine! Pls come
back anytime!!!
We needed a place to stay close to 3 Oaks, that allowed dogs. This place was just right! Clean, cozy and a yard big enough to throw the ball for our lab. We would stay here again. The Roadhouse next door had amazing food as well!
Just what we needed - a change of scenery in a cozy and well decorated cottage at Elephant Walk in Union Pier. We enjoyed Warren Dunes and Weko Beach and the Roadhouse restaurant right around the corner from the cottage. Correspondence with the property manager was exceptional. We definitely hope to rent again - a quiet gem and great location!
Amy B.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb, 2025
Loved hosting you Amy!!! Please come back any time!
We were looking for a place on Lake Michigan that allowed dogs and this was a great place. Short walk to the Port Tier beach and if you want to bring your dogs to a dog friendly beach, Warren Dunes is only a 15 minute drive. The local community is nice with a couple of good restaurants within walking distance and a deli just right around the corner.
We loved our accommodations. Our unit was private with a seating area outside (#3). It had everything we needed. Walking distance to the beach and the Whistle Stop. We have always loved that neighborhood and this is going to be our new preferred destination when we go to Union Pier.
Needed a few days to myself and this was perfect. Everything I needed in the cottage. Comfy and clean. Nice back yard. Easy walk to lakefront. Flexible and communicative host. Thanks!
Nancy H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Apr, 2021
Nancy, we loved having you. We’d love to hat you again, please come back at some point!
Very cozy property, per friendly, and close to the necessities. My only complaint is that there is a small gap under the fence where a small dog could fit through that was not patched like the rest. I did not let my dog off leash in the side yard. Again, not a problem but just a warning if you have small dogs, there is a possibility of them getting out into the yard next in a small area. Also, the walls are thin and could hear the conversations of cottage 2 pretty clearly. Not an issue, just want to post a warning. We loved our stay!
Elena C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
Love this kind of feedback. Consider it fixed by the spring! Didn’t realize there was a small gap. Pls come again- we love repeat renters!!
I took my wife and my puppy on a surprise getaway and couldn't be happier with our stay at Elephant Walk. The house was comfy, very clean and had all we needed for cooking. The garden was incredibly maintained. Big green area to play with our puppy, fire pit and beautiful trees surrounding. We had long walks around the property, including the beach nearby. Friendly warning, the beach was didn't allow pets. Good restaurant and groceries around the place. Communication with the hosts was very efficient. We will definitely go back!
Christopher D.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 May, 2025
We loved hosting you!! I have a list of the totally dog-friendly beaches in the area too. I will share w you when you come back. Hope to see you soon!!
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.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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