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Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Union Pier

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A cozy, well-lit wooden cabin with large windows, a dining area, and comfortable seating.
A cozy cabin interior with a wooden ceiling, a dining table with chairs, a sofa with cushions, a wicker chair, and a cabinet.
Beautiful beachfront throughout this charming Lakeshore town
A modern kitchen with grey cabinets, a central island, and a dining area with a ceiling fan.
A picnic setup with a tray of snacks including marshmallows, chocolate, and strawberries, surrounded by rocks and a fire pit.

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8960 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Townline Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Union Pier

On lake.Within a 10-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Union Pier Beach. Gordon Beach and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Union Pier Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gordon Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Townline Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬5 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce

Bluebird Beach House is a remodeled Union Pier cottage just 1,000 feet from McKinley Beach — a quiet side-road walk followed by 45 well-kept steps down to the water. Unwind on the screened porch, soak in the brand-new 4-person hot tub, or play a round of bocce in the fenced backyard. Pet-friendly and freshly updated with a quartz kitchen, this 3-bedroom home is an easy, relaxed home base for beach days and Harbor Country exploring.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

General

  • Unit size: 960 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

How close is Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce to the airport?

This vacation home is 31.9 mi (41-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Union Pier Beach and 8-minute walk from Gordon Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center (8-min drive) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (12-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce to downtown Union Pier?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Gordon Beach.

Steps to Beach | Pet Friendly, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Bocce Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We enjoyed the Blue Bird. The fenced yard made having the dog along so easy, the cottage was very comfy, and the hot tub was the perfect way to relax at the end of the day! There was no holder for the toilet paper in a bathroom without countertop space, which is awkward. The kitchen lacked a few anticipated items (toaster, mixing bowls, reliable cooking utensils) and we were disappointed that there was no gas provided for the grill. We chose it for its proximity to Warren Dunes, fruit stands, ice cream, little shops, and pleasant walks in the natural world - and it did not disappoint.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location. Rental is as described. Updated clean and comfortable. We rented for a weekend birthday celebration with six adults.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing getaway

Cute little cottage with a short, lovely walk to beach. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect week

What a wonderful vacation. The house was perfect for our stay. Walkable to the market, Resturants, ice cream, and the beach. Couldn’t ask for a better stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location & fenced yard for dogs

Cute, clean, and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely lake home

This house had everything we needed and was close to the beach as well as town. It was a very relaxing and enjoyable week. Everyone loved the bocce ball and the hot tub.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Memorial Day bonding

We really enjoyed this property. The fire pit, and proximity to the lake, antique shops and wine tasting rooms were exactly what we were looking for. Very comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fall Getaway

Our fall weekend getaway in Union Pier was fantastic! The home was comfortable, well-decorated and in a great location - walking distance to town, the beach and out for neighborhood strolls.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Location

This property is absolutely a perfect location for both Lake access and downtown. It's gated and great if you bring a furry friend with you. Very clean and has everything you need for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Practically perfect

Close to beach and the bakery. Beautifully appointed cottage and great use of space inside and out
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A true gem in Union Pier

I really enjoyed my stay. Loved the screened in porch, fire pit & chairs, beautiful & updated bathrooms, updated kitchen, laundry and all the comforts of home. McKinley is my favorite beach and I loved that it was the closest beach. Saw an abundance of wildlife - deer, bunnies and a fox. It’s a very peaceful place - highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Used the house just for sleeping as we were visiting friends in the area and hung out at their house. The beds were NOT comfortable. Loved the location but the old mattresses just didn’t cut it! Invest in new beds or mattress toppers at least. I’d love to rent this unit again if the beds are different.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
We had a really lovely stay, and I wish I could hit 4.5 stars. That half star is only because 1. the house ended up being way tighter than we imagine from photos, especially with two pack-n-pays in tow. 2. There was definitely more pet hair and such around than we would have liked, but it didn't impact too much. 3. The porch string lights weren't working and it would have been awesomely cozy with them! Otherwise, the location was great, the house was well-appointed, and we had a super nice weekend with our friends.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Paradise

This was the perfect quiet get-a-way for my husband and myself. We were close to everything if we wanted to go into New Buffalo or up the coast to Sawyer or Stevensville. Shopping for antiques? Yes. Eating fresh food? Yes. Stop at a brewery? Of course. Walks on the beach or in town were great. The cottage is so comfortable though, it is hard to find a better place than the screened in porch. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cute House, Some Issues with the House

This house was really cute, with a great location. However, the heating issue was a major problem. At first, we couldn’t get the heat to work. Then, we got it to work (there are two radiators that are the heat) and the knob on one of the radiators broke off due to melting. The house was SO hot we had to open windows to cool it down. In addition, I burned my foot when I walked past the heater, and my daughter burned both of her legs on them as well. It seems like a major fire hazard and liability. I wouldn’t stay at this house again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Mostly Enjoyable - But Heating Source Needs To Be Addressed

We stayed for the long Easter weekend and overall had a nice trip with our two children under the age of 4. Some positives I want to mention: the house is recently renovated and very clean. The communication with the property manager was always very prompt and they were eager to help with any issues in a quick manner. When we arrived, there was a bag of snacks and goodies and I thought that was a really nice touch. And unlike other properties I have rented, there were plenty of supplies (towels, toilet paper, etc). The thing that I have to mention though is the heat. And I realize most people only rent these properties in the warmer months and so it wouldn't be an issue. But this property is marketed as a 3 bedroom home, which is it, but there is only a heat source to two of the bedrooms. And that should have been communicated prior. Because in the evenings and overnight, it was absolutely frigid. The first night, when we realized there was an issue with the heat, I was pleasantly surprised that they sent a maintenance worker out at 10pm. And he helped us get through that first night by showing us some tricks of how to work everything (there is no central heat/air in this property - it's baseboard heating). But with two very small kids, I can't leave bedroom doors open all night in an unfamiliar location to try to get heat in there. So we were only able to utilize two of the bedrooms which was really a hassle because of the ages of our kids and the routines they are used to. The next morning, the maintenance man came back and brought pastries (very nice!) for us and said he could bring a space heater for that third bedroom. But we were not comfortable having our toddler sleep in a room with a space heater. So we worked it out but it really did impact our nights pretty significantly. And again, everyone was very responsive and I think tried to help the best they could. But the property description should have clearly stated there was not a heat source to the third bedroom. The first night it was down to 61 degrees inside the house and that's just unacceptable for small kids. I know they have recently renovated the property and I think still getting to know the place. Aside from that, we thought the location was convenient. It's probably about a 7-8 minute walk from the beach. The outdoor area they have created at the house is also very nice with seating and a fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2025

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