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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3
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Explore the area

Union Pier, MI
- Place, Union Pier Beach5 min walk
- Place, Gordon Beach13 min walk
- Place, St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room3 min drive
- Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
pull out couch
1 Double Futon
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, screened prch, fenced yard
Come explore Elephant Walk, a dog-friendly compound, walkable to beach and town, designed to make memories for your group. It provides multiple gathering spots both outside and in while ensuring ample privacy at the same time. Our Main House offers giant living spaces to accommodate the whole group and provides 4 very large bedrooms and 3 baths. On the same grounds, there are 5 smaller cottages that offer full kitchens/bathrooms/living spaces and house 1-2 bedrooms each. If you would like to rent the Main House as well as 1+ cottages, please see our VRBO links to the other cottages or message me to check on availability. Host your retreat, wedding party, or reunion here for an unforgettable experience!
We allow large group bookings only (Main House + at least 2 cottages) until late Fall of each year at which point we'll open up the calendar for anyone to reserve the house and cottages separately and allow for instant booking. Please message us for details, and we will respond within 24 hours.
Much work has been done to this compound since we bought it in Jan 2019. Stay tuned to this as we will update pictures as changes are made as well as provide more updates we'll make over the coming years.
*2024 updates from a home maintenance standpoint:
-Entire property: new exterior paint, parking signs for all of the cottages, new ceiling fans
-Main House: gas grill added to charcoal grill option, new screened porch furniture and ceiling (no leaks!), kitchen backsplash, new balcony off primary bedroom
-Cottage 2: electrical overhaul to fix sporadic outages
-Cottage 3: expanded private enclosed yard
-Cottage 4: new basketball hoop
-Cottage 5: kitchen refresh with new countertops and kitchen sink
**Everyone must review the rental agreement which is comprehensive: lists the terms of the rental agreement, the dog waiver (if you are bringing a dog), provides suggested packing items, lists the hot tub rules (for Main House only).
**Please designate upon checking out if you are bringing a dog so you can have the pet fee added onto your final total.
**Note that Cottage 1 shares a wall with the far hallway corner of the Main House but as of 2022, we've added insulation and other measures to ensure noise transfer is drastically minimized. Cottage 1 and 2 used to have an interior door that locked but it was the source of noise transfer so in Spring of 2022, we closed up that door and added insulation in the units to minimize noise transfer. Cottages 4 and 5 share no walls as they stand alone on the property. All cottages have a pull out couch, and the Main House has 2 pull out couches, one in each king bedroom.
**From Memorial Day to Labor Day we require 3 night minimum stay, but a 7 night stay (Fri-Fri) is required in the heart of the summer, from June through beginning of August unless the week is already broken up.
**Well behaved dogs are welcome. Pets are required to be on leash outside of fenced yard, and you are required to pick up after them or fee will be assessed.
**Note our suggested packing items we provide right before your arrival. Starter paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags are provided but you'll have to bring your own after the starters. We don't do this because we're cheap or insensitive. We do this because we are not often in the area to run these kinds of things over, and we also like for guests to be respectful of the environment which we've noticed happens more often when guests bring their own disposable supplies. Thank you for your understanding!
Thank you for visiting, we hope you choose Elephant Walk for your next group get-away! Email us with any questions, and we'll answer any questions within 24 hours.
The links to the other units on the property are as follows:
Elephant Walk- Main House: www.vrbo.com/1519363
Elephant Walk- Cottage 1: www.vrbo.com/1519692
Elephant Walk- Cottage 2: www.vrbo.com/1519733
Elephant Walk- Cottage 3: www.vrbo.com/1519782
Elephant Walk- Cottage 4: www.vrbo.com/1519804
Elephant Walk- Cottage 5: www.vrbo.com/1519825
Cottage 5 is a stand alone cottage with screened porch and lofted ceilings. Already has a private, fenced in yard. Still a great arrangement for an extended family visit as you can connect through the backyard. Cottages 5 parks in the street.
• 1 Bedroom Queen
• 1 Twin Sofa Bed in Living Room
• 1 Bath
• Cable TV
• Free wi-fi internet
• washer, dryer
• Air Conditioning, Central Heating
• Private screened porch
• Private fenced in yard with bbq grill
• Access to Main House big backyard and other amenities (hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pits, etc.) if sharing compound with large group
• Weber Kettle Grill for Charcoal
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
We allow large group bookings only (Main House + at least 2 cottages) until late Fall of each year at which point we'll open up the calendar for anyone to reserve the house and cottages separately and allow for instant booking. Please message us for details, and we will respond within 24 hours.
Much work has been done to this compound since we bought it in Jan 2019. Stay tuned to this as we will update pictures as changes are made as well as provide more updates we'll make over the coming years.
*2024 updates from a home maintenance standpoint:
-Entire property: new exterior paint, parking signs for all of the cottages, new ceiling fans
-Main House: gas grill added to charcoal grill option, new screened porch furniture and ceiling (no leaks!), kitchen backsplash, new balcony off primary bedroom
-Cottage 2: electrical overhaul to fix sporadic outages
-Cottage 3: expanded private enclosed yard
-Cottage 4: new basketball hoop
-Cottage 5: kitchen refresh with new countertops and kitchen sink
**Everyone must review the rental agreement which is comprehensive: lists the terms of the rental agreement, the dog waiver (if you are bringing a dog), provides suggested packing items, lists the hot tub rules (for Main House only).
**Please designate upon checking out if you are bringing a dog so you can have the pet fee added onto your final total.
**Note that Cottage 1 shares a wall with the far hallway corner of the Main House but as of 2022, we've added insulation and other measures to ensure noise transfer is drastically minimized. Cottage 1 and 2 used to have an interior door that locked but it was the source of noise transfer so in Spring of 2022, we closed up that door and added insulation in the units to minimize noise transfer. Cottages 4 and 5 share no walls as they stand alone on the property. All cottages have a pull out couch, and the Main House has 2 pull out couches, one in each king bedroom.
**From Memorial Day to Labor Day we require 3 night minimum stay, but a 7 night stay (Fri-Fri) is required in the heart of the summer, from June through beginning of August unless the week is already broken up.
**Well behaved dogs are welcome. Pets are required to be on leash outside of fenced yard, and you are required to pick up after them or fee will be assessed.
**Note our suggested packing items we provide right before your arrival. Starter paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags are provided but you'll have to bring your own after the starters. We don't do this because we're cheap or insensitive. We do this because we are not often in the area to run these kinds of things over, and we also like for guests to be respectful of the environment which we've noticed happens more often when guests bring their own disposable supplies. Thank you for your understanding!
Thank you for visiting, we hope you choose Elephant Walk for your next group get-away! Email us with any questions, and we'll answer any questions within 24 hours.
The links to the other units on the property are as follows:
Elephant Walk- Main House: www.vrbo.com/1519363
Elephant Walk- Cottage 1: www.vrbo.com/1519692
Elephant Walk- Cottage 2: www.vrbo.com/1519733
Elephant Walk- Cottage 3: www.vrbo.com/1519782
Elephant Walk- Cottage 4: www.vrbo.com/1519804
Elephant Walk- Cottage 5: www.vrbo.com/1519825
Cottage 5 is a stand alone cottage with screened porch and lofted ceilings. Already has a private, fenced in yard. Still a great arrangement for an extended family visit as you can connect through the backyard. Cottages 5 parks in the street.
• 1 Bedroom Queen
• 1 Twin Sofa Bed in Living Room
• 1 Bath
• Cable TV
• Free wi-fi internet
• washer, dryer
• Air Conditioning, Central Heating
• Private screened porch
• Private fenced in yard with bbq grill
• Access to Main House big backyard and other amenities (hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pits, etc.) if sharing compound with large group
• Weber Kettle Grill for Charcoal
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Dogs only, waiver adhered to, $100 fee @ check out
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Union Pier
Located in Union Pier, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Burnison Galleries and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Ghost Isle Brewery. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Union Pier, MI
What's nearby
- Union Pier Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
- Gordon Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
- St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
- Townline Beach - 9 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
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
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window9.8/10
Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
18 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas Z.
8 April 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed the stay very much
Nicholas Z.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Sarah T.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach Dog friendly Cottage
Sarah T.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jody M.
5 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
Jody M.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathy N.
23 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cottage! Beautiful upgrades. Walking distance to the beach and restaurant.
Kathy N.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
jennifer d.
17 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Elephant Cottage
jennifer d.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Cuiting Z.
25 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy
Cuiting Z.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelley H.
14 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage close to beaches and wineries
Shelley H.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pete D.
12 September 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage retreat
Pete D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Debbie D.
28 September 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Walk to the Beach!
Debbie D.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Devon B.
30 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog friendly beach cottage
Devon B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Perry Y.
4 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Labor Day Week
Perry Y.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie K.
13 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and responsive host
Julie K.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shelley S.
24 February 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog-friendly!
Shelley S.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan P.
17 October 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Needed the four Elements
Susan P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nancy W.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pictures Do Not Do It Justice!
Nancy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy B.
17 July 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An Elephant Walk Ecperience
Amy B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kelly C.
3 November 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
MI Get-away
Kelly C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Don N.
28 October 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice Fall retreat
Don N.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Verified traveller
23 September 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed our stay here
Verified traveller
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Karen F.
16 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy cottage
Karen F.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Pasquale M.
4 October 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Time Had
Pasquale M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Julie H.
25 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Union Pier cottage
Julie H.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Justin W.
22 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice location. Easy, convenient beach access.
Justin W.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Vince A.
6 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent long weekend getaway
Vince A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
About the host
Hosted by Erica Carli
We live in Chicago and discovered Harbor Country through a family member, who has a home in New Buffalo. We fell in love with the area as it is a very short drive from Chicago, but makes you feel like you are a world away from the hustle bustle of the city. We know you will love this area of the country as much as we do. We are very detail-oriented when it comes to furnishing a home and have tried to think of everything to make your stay fun, relaxing and enjoyable. We are fair, level-headed and love to hear feedback about how to make your stay even better.
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