1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit

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A wooden staircase leading to a beach, surrounded by trees and a clear view of the sea.
A room with a tiled floor, a washing machine, and a trash can.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, a vase with flowers, and a blue rug.
A two-story house with a front porch, a stone pathway, and a potted plant.
A two-story house with a front porch, a small garden, and a pathway leading to the entrance.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Washing machine

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

Common area 1 Front Porch

2 Single Beds

Upstairs Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this cottage is on a lake. Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot. New Buffalo Railroad Museum and Friendship Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
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Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Gordon Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Townline Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Burnison Galleries - 2 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit?

As of 5 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit on 7 March 2027 start from NZ$2,661, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 block to the beach, easy stroll to town.Screened porch, private yard, fire pit located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Gordon Beach and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 62 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 62 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 62 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 62 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location to the access the beach; cottage was very cozy and clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2026
Thanks very much. We feel very lucky to have such a special cottage one block, walking distance, to the best beach around. We hope you'll return;)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a girls weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 September 2026
So wonderful! Please come back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay. Fantastic location. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 21 August 2026
We're so glad ! Please do return anytime! s v
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved our stay at Three Gems cottage. It was clean, cute and well-equipped. We really appreciated the screened in porch one rainy afternoon. The location was fantastic - easy walk to beach and restaurants for dinner.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 23 August 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Please come back for another visit, anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this house in Union Pier! It is super clean. Everything you need is there. You name it they have it, The host is easy to reach and great to work with. The walk to the beach is short and easy. You really can’t ask for anything more! We have stayed before and will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 14 September 2026
So glad you enjoyed your stay. We look forward to welcoming you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, plenty of space, good communication. We had our family of 5, with 2 grandparents. Plenty of space and privacy for all.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 12 August 2026
Thank you. So glad you enjoyed your stay with the family at Three Gems. We are very lucky to have a roomy cottage, so close to the beach! Hope you are all able to return. s v
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Three Gems Cottage. We spent our mornings and afternoons at the beach which was only a short walk away. McKinley Beach was very nice and never too crowded. We had meals at the cottage and the kitchen had everything you could possibly need. In the evenings, we enjoyed playing games on the enclosed porch surrounded by private yard and quiet neighborhood. The hosts were very responsive and helpful during our trip and made us feel welcome at the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 August 2026
Thanks very much. We're so glad you chose to stay at Three Gems Cottage for your vacation. We appreciate your comments and hope you'll all return! s v
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED staying at Three Gems Cottage. We came with our four children and parents and enjoyed the beach and area. The cottage was well stocked and very clean! The owners went above and beyond to make us comfortable and have a good time. We definitely recommend it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 18 July 2026
We are so glad you enjoyed your stay! Please come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family really enjoyed our week at the cottage! The house was clean and spacious. There were plenty of towels, blankets, beach chairs, etc. We appreciated the excellent washer/dryer, gas grill, fire pit, standing AC units upstairs, comfortable couch and detachable showerhead in the downstairs bath. The four kids loved their sleeping area with the two twin trundle beds! My husband and I slept comfortably on the front porch beds, surprisingly enough! Heading down to the gorgeous beach each day was a dream.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
So glad to hear you had a wonderful time at the cottage! We feel so lucky to have this special home and such easy access to the most beautiful beach around! Please come back for another visit anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay here! Wonderful cottage with large backyard, beautiful flowers and nice front yard with beautiful flowers and trellis. The inside is such comfortable hangout space, kitchen is well stocked, beds are comfortable and bathroom washer and dryer on first floor and another bathroom on second floor make the space so easy to use and enjoyable. When we arrived, there was a party next door but the cottage is so sound-proof that we could not hear anything including a heavy rainstorm. Literally one block from a beautiful beach. So coveniently located that we could easily walk to downtown Union Pier and to the Whistle Stop for pastries. In addition, very family friendly with towels, beach chairs, umbrella and toys. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 July 2026
We couldn't be more pleased to hear that your stay was so fantastic! We would love to have you all back whenever you'd like! Thanks again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Best beach location!

We loved the house and the location is absolutely perfect for beach access!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
It really is a perfect walk to the best beach👍🏼 Glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Another fantastic stay

Second year in a row staying here and it was just as great as the first year, if not better. Truly a wonderful place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A lovely cottage in a great location

We loved our stay at the cottage. The gardens are beautiful and the kitchen had every utensil a cook would need. The location and proximity to the beach can’t be beat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Thank you! We hope you'll all be back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Union Pier Getaway

Genuinely enjoyed Three Gems with it’s tasteful decor + great access to downtown Union Pier + Lake Michigan!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2024
So glad you enjoyed your stay!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great beach getaway

Great house! Fully equipped with everything you need - from fully stocked kitchen to beach chairs. And only a five minute walk to the beach. Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Thanks so much! We're so lucky to have found such a great spot/location and truly appreciate hearing from our guests . Please come back anytime :))
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Simply amazing.

We had another wonderful stay! This year we made a point to use the backyard fire pit which came loaded with tons of firewood. Such a great family tradition spot!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 9 August 2024
Thanks so much! We look forward to welcoming you all back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect home for a perfect vacation

Absolutely lovely house within minutes of one of, if not, the best beach in the area. Wonderfully appointed home that has everything you need for a perfect beach trip. Room for the whole family, of all ages. Fantastic hosts, don’t pass this one up!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Thank you! We’re so happy that you enjoyed your stay at Three Gems! Please come back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Beach Vacation

Beautiful, clean and comfortable accommodations for our family including our little one (18 mod). Perfect distance to the beach. Lake is accessible on a whim but also able to retreat to the cottage for some A/C and quiet time. The garden and surrounding town add to the relaxing ambience without sacrificing some creature comforts. We hope to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 14 July 2025
We're so glad you enjoyed your stay at Three Gems! We feel so fortunate to have found the perfect cottage right near the best beach! Please come back for another visit anytime:)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely Wonderful!

Amazing location and property. The place had ample beds for kids, and the trundle setup on the top floor is excellent. Between beach chairs, wagon, and sand toys - we truly didn’t want for much during our stay! Highly recommend and can’t wait to return!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Everything you could possibly ask for!

Perfect spot, short walk to the beach, house completely set up with everything you need even down to the beach chairs and bbq!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Thank you! We love our cottage and it's convenient location to the beach. You are welcome to come back anytime !
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect spot. Perfect location.

Perfect beach cottage. Super close to the beach and "downtown" Union Pier and very well equipped for an easy stay - everything you need in a kitchen to feed the lot plus beach chairs, towels, and umbrellas, etc for hanging out. Best part is there are sooo many windows allowing you to open up the house and take advantage of the cool SW Michigan nights after a hot day at the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 September 2024
Thank you! So glad you enjoyed your stay! It's a real perk to have so many windows to let the fresh air in! Please come back anytime:)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely Cottage

Perfect. Just perfect.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 September 2023
Thank you! So glad you were able make it again this summer. ! We love our sweet cottage and it warms our hearts to have guests return.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great yellow house!!!

Great location. The best! Just perfect. House was comfortable and easy. Beds very comfortable and the host has gone the distance to offer all the essentials. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 August 2024
So glad to hear you enjoyed your specail getaway! Please come back anytime :)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Summer 2024

Location is perfect! We loved the large dining area for meals and games. The fire pit was perfect for evening s’mores! The house is comfortable and inviting. Lots of towels, beach chairs, and the perfect wagon to help cart it all to the beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 19 August 2024
Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

September 23

Everything at this house is amazing. They had everything you could need for great family trip. The beach is a very short walk away. The hosts were great and easy to contact. We will definitely stay here again next chance he get.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 September 2023
Thank you! We are so glad you all enjoyed your stay!
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