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Private Beach Steps to the Beach.

Beachfront cottage near Lake Michigan

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
Property grounds
Private beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Union Pier

On the beach.Within a 5-minute walk of the cottage, 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

  • Union Pier Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Townline Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Gordon Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 7 min drive - 5.0 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 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
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬6 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.

Private Beach Steps to the Beach.

The cottage is a member of The Gordon Beach HomeOwners Assn offering private beach access with a soft Westerly breeze and rising lake water temperatures. Only a 75 minute drive from Chicago and a 90 minute drive from Naperville. This beach front cottage offers the beautiful sunsets of the summer and the clean sandy beaches of Eastern Shore of Lake Michigan. Our 3 bedroom 900 square foot cottage has been the owners weekend retreat until 2008, then they converted the cottage to a rental. Situated on 5/8 of an acre this heavily shaded property offers open space of lawn to play baseball or croquet, or to just sit on the front deck, drink a cold lemonade and enjoy the warm lakefront breeze. The stairs to the beach are fifty feet away where you can situate yourself on the expansive private beach area (patrolled on weekends to keep strangers off) or sit on the public community beach. The private beach is an association beach shared by Gordon Beach families. We have been using this site successfully for 13 years. When comparing properties in this site, check the property address on Google Earth (not Maps) to ensure that the owners description matches the proximity to the Beach or lake front. Most do not match up. Our kitchen was recently updated along with new living room furniture. The second floor has a built in Queen size bed and custom bunk beds with a master suite bathroom and shower. Our beach chairs and umbrellas are always new. We welcome the privilege of hosting your family or group.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On a private beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Swimming 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 900 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the trash
No we’d to strip th beds.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: dogs only.

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 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 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 deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

Private Beach Plenty of Sand
Private Beach, Plenty Of Sand
Private Beach plenty of sand.
Steps to Private Beach Really !!
Private Beach, plenty of sand. Cottage
Private Beach, plenty of sand. Union Pier
Private Beach, plenty of sand. Cottage Union Pier

Frequently asked questions

How close is Private Beach Steps to the Beach. to the airport?

This cottage is 32.1 mi (46-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Private Beach Steps to the Beach. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

How close is Private Beach Steps to the Beach. to the beach?

This cottage is on a private beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Private Beach Steps to the Beach. offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Private Beach Steps to the Beach.?

No, there is no casino at this cottage, but Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (14-min drive) and Blue Chip Casino (19-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Private Beach Steps to the Beach.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Private Beach Steps to the Beach.?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Private Beach Steps to the Beach. have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Private Beach Steps to the Beach. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Private Beach Steps to the Beach. to downtown Union Pier?

This cottage is 0.1 mi away from Gordon Beach.

Reviews

Private Beach Steps to the Beach. Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 93 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 93 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 93 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 93 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jalen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay for a week by the beach with family! Perfect location to walk right down to the beach each day. Excited to come back one day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family weekend getaway!

Our stay was wonderful - we had two families of 4 with kids ages 1-4 years old. Our favorite amenity was the heated outdoor shower that we used daily to rinse the sand off the kids and all their gear before entering the house. The private beach access and proximity to new Buffalo restaurants was our reason for booking and we will most likely be back next year.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute, clean cottage steps from an immaculate beach. Family of six, three day trip, all went smooth. Owner very nice and attentive. Fun little town, hope to be back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home steps away from the beach!

I had a wonderful time staying at this property for a weekend get away. The property is steps away from a private beach! John the owner was extremely kind and helpful with the check in process. The home was very clean and cozy. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kris C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Lovely house. Lovely host. The sound of the waves and wind rustling through the trees sang us to sleep every night.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location with easy access to private beach. Nice area of MI. Updated interior with all desired amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Samantha M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely girls trip weekend!

Such a cute house and John was a great host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous stay with an ideal location!

For starters, John is a wonderful and super attentive host! His place was an amazing location to the beach and to downtown Union Pier. The house is darling with a huge yard! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Michaell J.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointed

Home was not opened for the season. Bathrooms and bedrooms were cleaned. Floors were dirty. Furniture slip covers were stained and visably dirty. Living room rug is filthy. Outside decks and furniture were filthy and covered with branches and leaves. Both screen doors were missing spring closure mechanism. Air conditoning was not ready to go. A fuse at the unit had not been turned on. The outdoor grill would not light. I was told by the owner on the Tuesday prior to arrival that house was prepped and ready and the decks were to be power washed Fri am. Not the case. Deck stairs covered in vines in back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Spring 2024

This house is a perfect location steps away from the beautiful beach. The house was clean & comfortable & the hosts are very friendly & great communicators. Check in was a breeze. My kids loved the sweet little loft bunk beds. The town is simply charming. We enjoyed a peaceful weekend and would definitely recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

CT R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect cottage

We had a great stay in union pier. The house was well equipped. The location cannot be beat. It’s so easy to get to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jill k.

Liked: Cleanliness

Pure Delight!!!

John is an amazing and very accommodating host!! The house exceeded our expectations in every way. The location is ideal and the house, while compact, is very very functional and extremely well provisioned!!! Tons of towels, comfy beds, a shed full of beach essentials…..and a huge yard was the added bonus! Wonderful getaway… with we could have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gordon Beach rental

Property is just as manager stated and as shown in pictures. We had family of 6 with plenty of room. Perfect if you want to enjoy a beach vacation, location is excellent. Very thoughtful manager who thinks of everything and makes process easy! We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elena B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

We celebrated a 50th bday and had great access to the beach. Recommend this Propeety!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

A Perfect Lakeside Family Get-Away

In short, this property is amazing! When there is consensus among 3 adults and 4 kids (ages 9-17) "we want to come back here again!" that's all you need. Communication with the owner from the moment of reservation to the moment of departure was A+. When a beach umbrella went down, we had a new one within 30 minutes. Looking out the kitchen window at the lake while fixing meals is great. The lot is large, filled with stately trees, and the front and back porches are great to hang out between beach adventures. The location is perfect-stroll down the front sidewalk, walk about 40 paces, and head down the stairs to some scenic, accessible, family friendly shoreline. Immediate access to the private beach ensures you have plenty of room to spread out, not be in crowd, and have some privacy. The proximity is great so folks can run up and down to the house, use the restroom, grab a snack, and return for the next round of fun. There are beach umbrellas and chairs along with plenty of beach towels. The house is fully equipped, updated, and very cozy. It also has a real ambience to it-the thousands of laughs, stories of the day, and shared experience permeate the place if you just sit back and let it soak in. There is a wide variety of very nice shopping, dining, and sightseeing (e.g., Warren Dunes) opportunities within 15-30 minutes. The highlights among them are well cataloged in the info manual that comes with the house. The only question: when will we return?
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location!

My husband, our 3 children (9,6,4) and our English bulldog stayed at this cottage and absolutely loved our stay. Views of the Lake, and just a few steps towards the stairs and down to the Lake with a private beach. Just don’t forget the flag! The yard was very spacious where we played catch and kickball. A short walk to the bakery was very pleasant. The cottage it self was clean, comfy beds, clean showers, plenty of towels (both shower and beach towels). My kiddos loved the upstairs bunk beds! It was like their own little hideaway. I enjoyed having the washer and dryer as well. The beach was very clean and very convenient to walk up and use restroom or grab some lunch from the cottage. There was a fire pit where we enjoyed smoking some sausage and roasting marshmallows. We are definitely going back here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute beach house

House was very clean. Close to the beach. Bunk beds are perfect for kids.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karrie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic!

Place was absolutely adorable! Anything we could of possibly needed was available and complimentary. 5 out of 5!!! Would highly recommend 🥰
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rena L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic property manager and location

The location and property manager are fantastic!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian M., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beach cottage!

Our family loved our stay in Union Pier. The house was clean and perfect for our family (2 teenagers). Very short walk to private beach (amazing sunsets). We'll be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Near beach

Very wonderful. A lot to do in area
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sheridan A., St Louis

Liked: Cleanliness

We love Michigan!

Spent our 2nd summer at this adorable Beach Cottage. LOVE the house, location to the beach, and the property manager is easily reached with any questions. Definitely one of our favorite weeks of the summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shari A.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best little beach house

We had such a great trip! Upon arrival, we found the house clean, updated, matching pictures/description and full of charm. My kids loved the bunk beds and the two decks made for great evenings outside. The location is the absolute best- you’re literally on the beach! John was a great host- even mailing back a few items left behind. We will absolutely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Whitney D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome Location and Experience

Love this location and home! We will be back :)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great experience

Wonderful spot for a mom’s weekend getaway. Great communication with property owner, it had everything we needed and loved proximity to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022