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Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Exterior
Marina
Dining
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Union Pier

On the beach.Your stay at this Union Pier vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Union Pier Beach. Also, Burnison Galleries is within half a mile (1 km) and Gordon Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Gordon Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles
  • Townline Beach - 9 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬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.

Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach

Owls Nest Beach House. A large private sandy beach is just a few steps away. The sandy beach is perfect for long walks, swimming, playing in the waves, or just relaxing with your favorite beverage. Enjoy your evening sitting by a beach fire.
The Owls Nest has 4 bedrooms with elevated ceilings and 3 bathrooms. The master bedroom has its own bathroom. The small guest house acts as a second master bed room/living room and has its own bathroom. The Owls Nest has a large open floor plan with a wood burning fire place and elevated ceilings. This beach house is perfect for a family vacation or a quiet romantic getaway.
The kitchen is fully equipped for all of your cooking needs and has a breakfast bar.
The screened in porch is perfect for outside breakfast, lunch, or dinner meals.
Gracon high chair, and Joovy Room2 travel bed are included.
There is plenty of on-site parking.
New Buffalo and Union Pier are just 2 miles away with restaurants, taverns and grocery stores.
It is just a short walk to Whistle Stop convenience store and Red Arrow Road House Tavern.
The Galien River access is just 2 miles away. This Galien river is a 30.0-mile-long river that begins at the outlet of Dayton Lake and flows into Lake Michigan at New Buffalo. The river is perfect for Kayaking or Canoeing.
** THIS PROPERTY WILL NOT DISAPPOINT! We purchased at the end of February as an investment so do not be worried about lack of reviews. Check back for new pics as we continue to update furnishing, bedding, etc.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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.

Property is also known as

New Listing Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
New Listing Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
New Listing Owls Nest Beach Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
New Listing Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 32 mi (46-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach?

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

What time is check-in at Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach to downtown Union Pier?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Union Pier.

Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 95 out of 102 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 102 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 102 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 102 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 102 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Margie J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing amazing amazing!! Close to beach, house has everything you need... perfect little spot with private beach and beautiful sunsets. Family friendly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

margaret r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay. Tastefully decorated home. Better than photos. 1 block to beach. Just lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Owls Nest was perfect for our friends reunion. The kitchen was well stocked with dishes, silverware, cooking utensils, and cookware. There were several spaces where our group of 7 could hang out together comfortably; a screened in porch, a window nook in the living room, outside fire pit, outdoor porch, and dining table. Bedrooms and beds were comfortable and bathrooms were well stocked with towels and linens. And the entire main house and guest house were spotless. Union Pier is a beautiful little town and Owl's Nest is a two minute walk to the beach. There are also multiple restaurants within walking distance from the house.We have been doing this reunion of friend's for about 25 years and this has been our favorite location and accommodation by far.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., Darien, CT

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house and vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness
House was clean, well stocked, and very easy access to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fun couples vacation

We had a great stay and loved the proximity to the beach. There are several good local breweries and wineries that are well worth a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Owl’s Nest

Family friendly. Great location. Excellent communication with owner. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
This was our third year staying at this property and we hope to return. The location is superb -- a short walk to the beach and an easy drive to excellent restaurants. The dedicated bike path along Hwy 12 provides safe biking for a respectable distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charity W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! We loved the open space and the sun porch. The kitchen had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. This was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house with some quirks

We loved renting a house together and being able to fit our entire family there at an affordable price. The owner provided towels, dishes, some kitchen items and also some travel sized toiletries if you forgot them... and I did forget my toothbrush so I was happy to see that. Owner was nice and flexible with us and we really appreciated that. Also, there are two very close entrances, you want to use the one that is all stairs. Much easier than trying to walk up a dune. The owner left instructions for that.A few small quirks - the fridge and freezer won't stay closed consistently so you really have to check on it if you want your items to be cold. The first night we were there, a mouse chewed through a ziplock of granola that we had on the counter. Also, the thermostat was set to go up to 77 during the day at different times.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location. The supplies left for a fun beach experience were much appreciated. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. We would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Such a lovely place to stay for a Michigan beach vacation! This is our second time staying here as a family and we just love it. Very close walk to the beach, Red Arrow Roadhouse, Coffee shop. Ample space for sleeping and lounging and lots of beach equipment to use. Great for families but would also be nice for couples/friends vacation. We are looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caleb H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Better than advertised

The photos don't do the space justice. Very comfortable and very clean. Had all the the things that a person could need in a vacation home for inside outside or the beach. Host was communicative but not overbearing. Absolutely plan to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Linn S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake Michigan adventure

Main house is very nice. Guest house has a trundle. You could squeeze 3-4 in there and it has it's own 3/4 bath. Smells musty even with the AC on. Property is 1-1/2 blocks from beach but then 70 steep stairs or steep dune walk to shoreline. Not good if you have some orthopedic issues. Not sure about the boats. They may have been at the beach but the canoe is alongside the house. There are plenty of beach chairs/umbrellas/toys in the property shed and a wagon. There is no parking directly by the private beach access. Bring your password for streaming services as there is no cable or satellite in the house. We couldn't get cell reception at the beach. There are plenty of places to eat within 10 minutes. If it's a busy time of year you will wait a while at some of them. We had a very nice time!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quiet, Relaxing Stay

The Owl's Nest is outfitted for complete relaxation in several settings -- great room, screen porch, front porch and fire pit. The location is ideal -- steps from the beach and the Whistle Stop provisioner. Union Pier and New Buffalo have several lovely restaurants and a unique weekend outdoor market at Skip's. Check out Robus with delicious chilled soups and salads. This was our second stay and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay

This is our third summer staying at the Owls Nest. The layout is great, the location to the beach is a short walk and the owners are great with communication. Booking for next year already!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing Beach Cottage

A superb place for us to bring the whole family for a week at the beach! The combined main cottage and smaller side cabin easily accommodated our family of 9. There were multiple gathering places - both inside and outdoors - for us to hang out. The semi-private, very uncrowded beach was an easy 10-minute walk down the street. And Martin provided all the beach chairs, towels, umbrellas, and sand toys we needed. We especially enjoyed going down for the sunset every evening. We were just far enough away from the New Buffalo rat race, yet within an easy 5-10-minute drive for groceries or dinner out. The Owl's Nest is located in a very quiet residential area, and we even met some of the friendly neighbors. This was an ideal place for our family retreat, Martin was an amazing host, and we are hoping to return next year.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Open concept living. Nice linens, pillows and nicely stocked. Perfect for walking to the beach if your healthy. If you have stair climbing issues this walk to the beach wouldn’t be good. There is a steep incline in the sand and lots of steps. You can’t easily take a wagon up and down the beach entrance. We didn’t mind it at all, but someone with walking challenges wouldn’t be accommodated well. The house was lovely and the owner answered questions super quick. Guest house was musty but very clean and nice. We would definitely come back! Also loved the coffee shop within a half block. We loved that feature!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location, fun house

Short walk to the beach, and while the dune was a little steep coming up, it was still very manageable even with infants. Having the coffee shop at the end of the street was a fantastic bonus. We loved the covered porch and huge sun benches! Great for chatting and hanging out. Guest house was cute, probably best suited for teens and kids. Very clean with everything you could need, would stay again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Cynthia Q.

Liked: Cleanliness

Advertisement of offering of things to do.

We loved staying at your place. Thee only disappointment was the advertisement for the kayaks and canoe. Who could carry those down the steep embankment. Unless you in your 20,s. My husband has a few disabilities . The walk wasn’t far but the embankment going down and mostly coming up was VERY difficult.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sadie O., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family spot

Our 7 person family had a wonderful beach week! My mom had her own space in the guest house and the main house was perfect for my brother, sister in law their 3 kids and myself (3 bedrooms). The shed had a ton of beach toys and the house was stocked with towels and everything we needed in the kitchen. Martin thought of everything and was super responsive. I was also shocked to see how close the roadhouse restaurant and whistle stop grocer were, just a quick 5m walk. Hoping we can rent again next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Ben C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable home!

Spacious main house! The smaller/secondary home was humid and had small bugs, and not 'sealed' from the outdoor elements adequately. A big draw of the home was easy access to the private beach - but it was overrun with 'biting flies' during our stay (first week in June). We're not locals, and weren't aware of this before our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan H., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Another great stay at the Owls Nest

This is my second time visiting the Owls Nest and it was once again wonderful. Great amenities, location and host. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024