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Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage.

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace, books
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 51000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Townline Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪46 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 Townline Beach. Also, Union Pier Beach is within half a mile (1 km) and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Townline Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles
  • Local - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 6 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 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.

Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage.

Dear friends - Welcome to Beach Bird Cottage, situated on a quiet street with other vintage cottages in the heart of Union Pier. It is an easy 5-minute walk to an association beach.

The cottage has many updates, including a new kitchen, a bathroom, washer/dryer, outdoor shower (to be installed by June 2021) and a wood-burning stove. The master and second bedroom each have queen-size beds with new Serta Concierge Suite Firm 12-inch mattresses. The children's bedroom has two new Dorel Living twin beds with Linenspa 8-inch hybrid mattresses.

Enjoy an early swim before breakfast or have an evening beach picnic under the sunset. It is a short walk to other nearby public beaches, the weekend farmer's market or Union Pier's ice cream parlor. Take a trip to Warren Dunes or a quick drive to area antique shops, restaurants, wineries, galleries, parks, golf courses, etc. Or just stay nearby!

What to expect:

-High speed internet and WIFI
-TV with Amazon Firestick (NO cable or satellite)
-Netflix included
-Amazon Prime Video included
-Boomerang kids channel included
-Britbox channel included
-Paramount + channel included
-Outdoor shower (to be installed by June 2021)
-Woodburning stove (must buy own wood)
-18 inch Weber charcoal grill
-Firepit
-4 beach chairs and red wagon (two children's trucks, two buckets, and a frisbee)
-Dishwasher
-Central heat/AC
-Washer/Dryer
*NO cable TV
*NO beach towels

*Unfortunately we cannot rent to anyone under the age of 25.

*Our base price is figured for two people. Above two people we charge a $15-per-person-per-night extra guest fee. VRBO will automatically include this fee in your bill. If you will have extra guests staying for just a portion of your entire stay please let me know so I can (a) let our housekeeper know to leave extra towels, linen, etc. and (b) have VRBO send a custom extra guest fee covering the nights the extra guests will be staying.

Property manager

Peter

Languages

English, French, Russian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No smoking in the cottage please.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • No pets allowed
  • Note from host: No pets allowed..

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
Note from host: This is a quiet neighborhood; parties not allowed.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: This is a quiet neighborhood; parties not allowed. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Five Minute Walk to the Beach! 3 Bedroom 1 Bath Cottage
Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom 1 bath cottage.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.1 mi (46-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 5-minute walk from Townline Beach and 8-minute walk from Union Pier Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (13-min drive) and Blue Chip Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. to downtown Union Pier?

This vacation home is 0.6 mi away from Union Pier.

Five minute walk to the beach! 3 bedroom, 1 bath cottage. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 58 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 58 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 58 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 58 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robin S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet Get Away

We had a great time, walking the dunes of the Lake and exploring New Buffalo. The wood burning stove was wonderful and kept the house warm and cozy. We hope to go back soon.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barb K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

great cottage. Loved our stay. Hope to come back
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely to vacation in off-season

Loved our stay. Wonderful quiet vacation. Perfect weather.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Angela E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Apple Cider weekend

Nice spot, close to beach. Good space.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer in October

We had a wonderful stay at this property. We had surprising summer temps. The cottage is such a lovely, short walk to the beach so we spent a lot of time there. The cottage is impeccably clean and quaint. We had everything we needed, along with excellent communication with Peter. The area is so fun to explore. We found Concord grapes, freshly picked apples and great Breweries. River St. Joe is a favorite. Hiking at Warren Woods is beautiful this time of year and it’s close by. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimber C., Charleston

Liked: Cleanliness

Union pier gem

Property has everything I want in a stay. Very close to the beach, well equipped, peaceful, clean, close to a private beach, one of my favorite places to stay. Close proximity to the local shops and restaurants, lovely neighborhood. Can’t wait to come back! Peter is a fantastic host!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great lake cottage.

This house was perfect for our weekend getaway. Would highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect solo getaway

Property was nice and quiet. Loved the kitchen and the wood burning fireplace. Nice neighborhood to walk around and easy walk to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

teresa t.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Great location, short walk to beautiful beach! Great communication with owner. Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Frankie S., Highland Indiana

Liked: Cleanliness

On the small side

Everything is built for individuals who are smaller in stature. In order to relax and watch the television, you must lay in bed. The location was great and house was very clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristen K., Indianapolis, in

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and chic cottage

Our stay was very cozy and we made many good memories on the beautiful private beach and nearby beach towns. Peter was an excellent host. My kids also loved it, ages 1 and 4. There are a few glass items we quickly moved out of reach of our 14 months old. Popped the kitchen cleaning supplies from under sink to high floating shelf and home was good as childproof. The price and quality of accommodations exceeded expectations (as some of the surrounding stay are very very high). I could live in this community and home! Got to take a run along the beach and through the neighborhood and spotted 3 bucks in a yard that I got to jog past! My husband watched a doe and fawn from one of the bedroom windows as he played with our daughter. If you’re thinking about it, just book it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sherri H., Crawfordsville indiana USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable place!

House was immaculate and a great location. Private beach area was fabulous. Everything we needed was at the house. Property next door was a little unkept and that area of the yard was a little overgrown but understandable this time of the year. We’d definitely rent this home again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katie G., Whitestown

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Lake Michigan Town

The house was great and everything needed was provided. I loved the peacefulness of this neighborhood and it's dirt roads. And the best part is access to their private beach just a block away! We loved our stay here! I would love to see this little forest village in full bloom at summer time. Thanks for letting us stay at your home!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Larry F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful celebration

Bumpy (roads) streets to get to a peaceful, quaint cottage in the woods. Everything comfy for my daughter & I to meet for a birthday celebration weekend. We spent half our time relaxing with a puzzle, books, music & food. Great location to explore the beach & Three Oaks shops when we went out. Looked for a soup ladle or large spoon, fridge to chill better, paper towels & a more cooperative kitchen faucet but otherwise a well stocked kitchen. Be prepared for the sole t.v. to be in the master bedroom. Will likely return to this great getaway cottage if possible!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

John D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

This cottage is exactly as described and so cute! They had everything we needed for a weekend getaway. It’s close to New Buffalo, Michigan City and all the local wineries and breweries. We loved the little wood stove! We will definitely be back! Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, clean, great location

Peter's property was great! It was cute, comfortable and clean. I love the little beach neighborhood and private beach on Lake Michigan. So beautiful! It's also close (within 10 min) to the Warren Dunes, Warren Woods and Greenbush Brewery, all of which we enjoyed.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mark S., Brownsburg In USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Very cute cottage!!

We were up on a chilly gray November weekend. The property is a very cozy older cottage with an interesting layout. We were touring breweries and were in the cottage for the evenings. The wood burning stove is a great feature and the property is just as described by the owners. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage & really close to the beach!

The perfect little getaway for a mom and me trip with my teenage daughter for fall break! The cottage is well stocked and had everything we needed. The beach is great! We had fun finding sea glass. The neighborhood is cute and perfect for walking. There are some great little restaurants around and ice cream shops all within 15 minutes. Be sure to double check hours of operation, especially in the off season. Our favorites included Redamak's, Red Arrow Roadhouse, Villa Nova Pizza, and Oink's Dutch Treat Ice Cream. Galien County Park has some great hiking trails and Dinges Fall Harvest in Three Oaks is an adorable family farm. Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets in Michigan City was a short 20-25 minute drive. 4 nights ended up being just the right amount of time to enjoy the area for us!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute house in nice neighborhood

The house was clean and cute for our stay. We didn’t spend much time there but it was perfect for our stay. Great location and close to where we had to go. The driveway was a bit muddy so we easily tracked it into the house but they had stuff near the door to clean it up.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

andrew p., KANKAKEE

Liked: Cleanliness

PERFECT COTTAGE!!!

Great little get away spot and perfect cottage! Very clean, close to the beach. Loved the area! THANKS
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Terrie S., GLENVIEW

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely post-Labor Day getaway

My husband and I stayed for 4 nights the third week of September. Very close to a local beach, New Buffalo is just minutes away, and we took many trips to Warren Dunes State Park and a driving (rainy) tour of nearby Warren Woods State Park. This home is cozy, tidy and charming. Peter, our host, had terrific ideas to help with the particulars of our stay. My husband is a little older and I wanted him to enjoy the Michigan shore without walking miles through sand or climbing too many stairs. With Peter's advice, we found a way we could both enjoy a trip to the beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Diane B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and stay!

This was our second time to this area and this location was perfect. Great location and such a wonderfully remodeled and clean house. Short walk to the Lake and lots to do in the area. Easy communication too. Everything was provided and lots of good lighting (I've stayed at many rentals and this had some of the best lighting). One drawback that is hopefully on the list of " to-do": provide much more comfortable seating in the living area and front porch room. Wicker is "beachy" but not comfortable to read a book in. A full size sofa or small sectional would be a perfect addition. Would rent again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Alice A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Summer's End

My good friend and I decided to take a short (Sept.) trip to Union Pier to say goodbye to summer. This home was perfect for us. It was so clean and cozy. The walk to the beach was a beautiful, short walk. We enjoyed a quiet night at the campfire. Everything we needed was provided. Communication with Peter was easy and quick. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect week at the beach

Great communication, great house, great beach. Can’t wait to stay again
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect

Peter’s home is the perfect beach getaway. Everything you need and more. A+ communication. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021