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

Beachfront holiday home for sun and fun

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Beach
Fires Allowed
Beach

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

4th bedroom/Guest House

1 Single Bed and 1 Queen Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Second Bed Room

1 Double Bed

Third Bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Guest Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Master Bathroom

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

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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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 first aid kit
Property # 1575327vb

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this holiday home is on the beach. St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Ghost Isle Brewery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot and New Buffalo Railroad Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Gordon Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Townline Beach - 9 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 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
  • ‪PostBoy - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

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.

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

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Union Pier holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Gordon Beach and Burnison Galleries are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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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

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

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

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

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Tastefully decorated home. Better than photos. 1 block to beach. Just lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charity W.

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

christine m.

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

Patricia R.

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

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

Genevieve J.

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

Dan H.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Michelle H.

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

Caleb H.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

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

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

8/10 Good

Katie A.

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

Beach House Relaxation

Great weekend summer getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Nice Spot

Very nice property in close proximity to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a great 2.5 day stay at Owls Nest with family. The house was clean, fully stocked with everything you could need or want and in a prime location, just a block to the beach. The beach was beautiful. Soft sand, clear blue water and private. We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bekki S.

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

Perfectly Located and Well Stocked Beach Cabin

The owners have thought of everything at this cozy little beach cabin - extra blankets, beach towels, oodles of beach toys, beach chairs, movies, games, magazines, grilling equipment. It was a lovely cabin - the children especially enjoyed hanging out on the huge window seats in the sunshine and walking the short block down to the beach. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect family getaway

The house was perfect for our family and just a block away from the beach. It was clean and much bigger than I thought it would be. The teenagers enjoyed having their own space in the bunkhouse. We’ve already booked it again for next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

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

Hidden gem

Both the house and beach nearby are hidden gems. Already booked (for the third time!!) next summer. Thanks for a great, easy vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alicia A.

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

Beautiful Home

The host went above and beyond, he had a delivery company bring out a new highchair and crib. The home is beautiful, the location is great. We had an amazing time and look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Will G.

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

Quiet and Convenient Stay by the Beach

Our family had a great weekend at the Owls Nest. The location is perfect. If you bring groceries, there is no need for a car. The beach is a short walk away (even with toddlers) and the restaurant at the end of the street is a great place to bring the kids too. The house is clean and spacious and had everything we needed, from beach chairs to Roku.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S., Saint Charles

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

Perfect family destination

My family loves this property for our summer vacation. The home's open floor plan lends itself to just hanging out, cooking meals, watching TV, and catching up on the U-shaped window seat. The guest cottage is a great place to go for those who need a little seclusion. There's plenty of beach toys and gear for all ages, and a nice fire pit to gather around in the evening. The host is very responsive and helpful with any issues that come up during your stay. Can't wait to come back again!!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Martin Hayward, 913-220-4932 Kim Luckey

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Why they chose this property

Very close to a fantastic Private Beach. Even with Lake Michigan being very high the beach is still in great shape. The property has the main house with three bed rooms and two bathrooms. It also has a guest house with a 3/4 bath inside and an outside shower.

What makes this property unique

The house was built in the 1930's so it has a lot of character. I

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