Private Beach, plenty of sand.
About this cottage rental
The beaches are OPEN on this side of Lake Michigan 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. Martin Luther King Weekend in Jan and Presidents Weekend in Feb are minimum 3 night stay visits. thank you
Amenities
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
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Reasons to book
People love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Great for pets
$$$$
Reviews
5.0/5.0
Outstanding(84 Reviews)
5.0
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!
5.0
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.
5.0
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!
5.0
We celebrated a 50th bday and had great access to the beach. Recommend this Propeety!
5.0
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?
5.0
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?
5.0
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!
5.0
House was very clean. Close to the beach. Bunk beds are perfect for kids.
5.0
Place was absolutely adorable! Anything we could of possibly needed was available and complimentary. 5 out of 5!!! Would highly recommend 🥰
5.0
The location and property manager are fantastic!
5.0
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!
5.0
Near beach
Very wonderful. A lot to do in area
5.0
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!
5.0
Awesome Location and Experience
Love this location and home! We will be back :)
5.0
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.
5.0
Wonderful spot for a mom’s weekend getaway. Great communication with property owner, it had everything we needed and loved proximity to the beach!
5.0
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!
5.0
Such a cozy cottage that is exactly as described in the description.
Wonderful sleeping space for 6-8 people. The upstairs sleeping space is an adventure with built-in bunk beds that any child would live to sleep in.
The cottage is very clean, neat and inviting from the first minute you step into the door. Views of the water are beautiful as you watch the sunset. The beach is a short walk from your cottage, be aware that you do have a number of stairs to travel to get to the beach. The location is perfect for the beach, groceries, and amazing breakfast sandwiches...all are a short walk away. Everything you need to rest and relax and enjoy lake life! Also, great communication with the owners, they are welcoming and make it easy to rent. We will look forward to returning to this little cottage!
5.0
Cozy Little Cottage Getaway
Such a cozy cottage that is exactly as described in the description.
Wonderful sleeping space for 6-8 people. The upstairs sleeping space is an adventure with built-in bunk beds that any child would live to sleep in.
The cottage is very clean, neat and inviting from the first minute you step into the door. Views of the water are beautiful as you watch the sunset. The beach is a short walk from your cottage, be aware that you do have a number of stairs to travel to get to the beach. The location is perfect for the beach, groceries, and amazing breakfast sandwiches...all are a short walk away. Everything you need to rest and relax and enjoy lake life! Also, great communication with the owners, they are welcoming and make it easy to rent. We will look forward to returning to this little cottage!
5.0
Being able to view the lake from the main gathering area truly is priceless. This place has been very tastefully updated. The way the upstairs shower has been remodeled is fantastic with great water pressure and dual heads.
A few miles away in New Buffalo there are many brewery/dining options and also has a fully equipped kitchen if you want to cook in.
Great network of quiet streets to run/bike down if that's your jam. We stayed for my wife's birthday weekend and had no regrets.
Fantastic family owned/operated rental that go above and beyond to make sure your stay is great.
Also we brought our dog and the lot size is huge by lakefront area standards. Pup approved. Would stay again.
5.0
Perfect Lake Michigan Cottage
Being able to view the lake from the main gathering area truly is priceless. This place has been very tastefully updated. The way the upstairs shower has been remodeled is fantastic with great water pressure and dual heads.
A few miles away in New Buffalo there are many brewery/dining options and also has a fully equipped kitchen if you want to cook in.
Great network of quiet streets to run/bike down if that's your jam. We stayed for my wife's birthday weekend and had no regrets.
Fantastic family owned/operated rental that go above and beyond to make sure your stay is great.
Also we brought our dog and the lot size is huge by lakefront area standards. Pup approved. Would stay again.
5.0
thoughtful guide on restaurants appreciated. beds really comfortable and great for cold winter week end. thoughtful touches
5.0
winter stay -- cold outside - cozy in.
thoughtful guide on restaurants appreciated. beds really comfortable and great for cold winter week end. thoughtful touches
5.0
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property -- enjoyed both outdoor decks and the quick walk to the beach. Everything was perfect, highly recommend!
5.0
Our stay was everything we hoped for and more. The location is incredible. We could sit out on the deck and listen to the sound of the waves. The private beach was just down the stairs. My children loved the bunk beds. There were plenty of towels, toys, and chairs for the beach. The yard is big, beautiful, and was great for our dog. You could take a stroll down the road to a great coffee shop in the mornings. I could go on and on about how wonderful this place is. We hope to stay again! Highly recommend!
5.0
Girls weekend
We had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property -- enjoyed both outdoor decks and the quick walk to the beach. Everything was perfect, highly recommend!
5.0
Perfect Family Vacation!
Our stay was everything we hoped for and more. The location is incredible. We could sit out on the deck and listen to the sound of the waves. The private beach was just down the stairs. My children loved the bunk beds. There were plenty of towels, toys, and chairs for the beach. The yard is big, beautiful, and was great for our dog. You could take a stroll down the road to a great coffee shop in the mornings. I could go on and on about how wonderful this place is. We hope to stay again! Highly recommend!
5.0
Peaceful and safe
We really enjoyed our stay at the property. The house was clean. The neighborhood quiet. The private beach was the exact family friendly, COVID safe vacation we have been looking for. Came with my husband and our two toddlers. They loved the bunk beds, the European shower was awesome! We enjoyed visiting the town nearby for ice cream. John’s restaurant recommendations were spot on. We forgot the flag the first time we went to the beach and had some questions from others residents on the beach but nothing out of the ordinary. I would recommend that if you’re bringing small kids to pack a portable baby gate as the stairs up and down to the upstairs bedroom is very very steep. We will definitely be staying here again.
5.0
Such a cute and well appointed house! The location is amazing and can't be beat, literally steps from the beach. I could hear the waves lapping in the evening as we sat on the front porch. The only thing better than this rental was the amazing help and communication we received from the owners. They went above and beyond to make sure our stay was enjoyable. We will definitely be returning soon, thank you!
5.0
I liked the "bunks" in the master bedroom upstairs; parents and kids could sleep together and there was lot of room up there. Great to have two bathrooms and outside shower. We couldn't find the bikes or the hammock that I think were advertised. It really is a short hop to the beach; if you forget something, it's easy to go back and get it.
5.0
Amazing All Around!
Such a cute and well appointed house! The location is amazing and can't be beat, literally steps from the beach. I could hear the waves lapping in the evening as we sat on the front porch. The only thing better than this rental was the amazing help and communication we received from the owners. They went above and beyond to make sure our stay was enjoyable. We will definitely be returning soon, thank you!
5.0
Very nice stay for our two small families.
Out the door, down the 60 steps of the staircase and you’re on the sand.
5.0
The cottage is perfectly located with easy access to the beach. The home is well equipped with everything you'd need including beach towels, beach chairs & umbrellas, sand toys, bathroom amenities, WiFi, etc. The host, John, was quick to answer any questions or concerns and made the check-in/check-out process seamless.
Thank you for a great stay!
5.0
We had a wonderful experience. John went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Location is PERFECT for families. Walk to beach during the day, walk around the beautiful association in the evening, and close to fantastic coffee shops and restaurants. Can’t wait to come back!
5.0
Can’t beat the location. Just steps away from beach. Ample parking. Very clean and modern. Having access to private beach was the best part.
5.0
Wonderful!
We had a wonderful experience. John went above and beyond to make sure we had everything we needed. Location is PERFECT for families. Walk to beach during the day, walk around the beautiful association in the evening, and close to fantastic coffee shops and restaurants. Can’t wait to come back!
5.0
Wondeful location. Clean and fresh.
I liked the "bunks" in the master bedroom upstairs; parents and kids could sleep together and there was lot of room up there. Great to have two bathrooms and outside shower. We couldn't find the bikes or the hammock that I think were advertised. It really is a short hop to the beach; if you forget something, it's easy to go back and get it.
5.0
Great house for a weekend away. Really enjoyed the property and the proximity to the beach!
5.0
Great location
Very nice stay for our two small families.
Out the door, down the 60 steps of the staircase and you’re on the sand.
5.0
Great location and Wonderful hosts!
The cottage is perfectly located with easy access to the beach. The home is well equipped with everything you'd need including beach towels, beach chairs & umbrellas, sand toys, bathroom amenities, WiFi, etc. The host, John, was quick to answer any questions or concerns and made the check-in/check-out process seamless.
Thank you for a great stay!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Chikaming Township?
The average price for a rental in Chikaming Township is $517 per night. This rental is $516 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Private Beach, plenty of sand. . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Private Beach, plenty of sand. pet friendly?
Yes! This cottage is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Private Beach, plenty of sand. ?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.
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