Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

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Outdoor space

Enjoy the area

Lakeside, MI

Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room4 min drive
St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room4 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo14 min drive
Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)18 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Balcony

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The Gatehouse on Orchard Beach

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With a gorgeous top-to-bottom renovation that was completed in 2020 and sporting new updates for 2023, this lakefront cottage in the heart of historic Lakeside is truly one of a kind. This modern home is situated on a mid-size bluff above Orchard Beach, a wide, 80-foot stretch of sand that's shared by association members only at the north end of a long, walkable beach on a natural cove of Lake Michigan. Enjoy access to a private beach cabana, with easy access to chairs, umbrellas, and beach toys to make your excursions on the shores truly memorable.

This contemporary home is full of style and natural light, offering new appliances and fixtures throughout, an open and airy great room, and a fully equipped kitchen with an extra-large island and stainless steel appliances - all of which contribute to the authentic, beach-house ambience. Come home from the lakeshore each afternoon to rinse off the sand in the refreshing outdoor shower, get the gas grill going on the raised deck, or simply play with your kids in the spacious yard. Leave your swimsuits to spin in the private washer/dryer, and spend the evening hours telling stories in the warmth of the firepit outside.

THINGS TO KNOW
There are 60 stairs leading down to the beach.
An outdoor shower is available.
Four beach chairs are provided.
Board games and a yard bag game are provided.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan, LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Other permit number: CSTR24-0361

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Premier Host

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Amenities

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

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

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Quiet hours are from 10 pm to 8 am.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lakeside

Located in Lakeside, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. 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.

Lakeside, MI

What's nearby

Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
Townline Beach - 5 min drive
Local - 8 min drive
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 14 min drive

Getting around

New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 15 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 16 min drive
Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - 15 min drive
The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 10 min drive
Redamak's Tavern - 8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lakeside holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

7.6/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

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10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

24 November 2023

Amazing getaway!

I stayed at The Gatehouse for a (much needed) solo pre-holiday get away. Everything was just perfect. The home has everything you need to relax, refresh, and recharge. The beach was impeccable, & the cabana was the perfect place to meditate for a bit. The home is fully stocked, SUPER clean, and the living room couch is unbelievably comfortable--I may have "accidentally" fallen asleep while reading on that couch! =) This stay was exactly what I needed to get ready for the holiday hustle & bustle. 10/10 recommend.

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8/10 Good

Joe S.

1 November 2023

Great Location

We loved this little house. We loved the access to the beach and the little shack was perfect for hanging out. House was very quiet and comfortable. Not ideal for large groups though. No indoor dining area. Not enough cups for 8 people even though the house sleeps 8. And the kitchen is not stocked well. It was extremely difficult to cook for 8 people with one medium sized pot. Also not enough towels or dishwasher fluid.

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

13 July 2023

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

Gate House Lakeside near Union Pier

Great property. As described. Everything done online - no property manager. Listing should state there is no cell phone service - it is a dead zone. Good internet connection. TV with Roku for those rainy days and lots of games. Cabana was private for the house and had a mini-fridge. Saved many trips up the stairs to the house. My family had a wonderful time.

Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Heidi V.

28 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Disliked: Communication

Home was great and perfect location - vacasa was not helpful

I would totally give the property and location 5 stars, just as pictured! However, Vacasa was hard to get in touch with and did not provide timely communication and did not give details on the property. Really need a binder and local property manager especially with limited cell coverage until you sign into wifi. Also, because of fees for vacasa and vrbo, rental rates were a bit misleading. Paid additional 60% of rack rate in fees& taxes. …shocking.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

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6/10 Okay

janet F.

16 December 2022

Love to the location, lovely spot. The home was very cute, nicely equipped and clean... I do have...

Love to the location, lovely spot. The home was very cute, nicely equipped and clean... I do have two complaints: 1. It was never mentioned that the home is right next to a very busy walking path to the lake, so you don't have much privacy...2. The bath sinks are tiny and clogged--I get that they are small spaces but boy, you really can't do anything in those sinks without making a mess on the floor so I would suggest providing rugs, but mostly unclog those sinks. It's kind of gross. For the money per night, sinks should run freely.