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Amazing Beachfront Estate

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Back of House as Viewed from Beach Below
Exterior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Highlights

  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Union Pier Beach
6 bedrooms5+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Private spa pool
  • Balcony or patio
  • On beach
  • Barbecue
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Burnison Galleries
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

1 King Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Queen Bed

5 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub

Bathroom 4

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 5

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 6

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Amazing Beachfront Estate

Wake up to breathtaking views of the lake. Spend the day on the white sand beach and watch the sun set over the water from one of numerous private outdoor decks or porches. Beautiful 9,000 sq ft home is situated directly on Lake Michigan atop one of the area's lowest bluffs and features an enormous grassy backyard for games and evening fireside fun. Guests are greeted on the main floor by a spacious contemporary living room with vaulted ceilings and a 2-story wall of windows overlooking the lake. The living room opens onto the furnished outdoor deck, a massive master bedroom, state-of-the-art kitchen, and dining room each with unrivaled lake views. Gourmet chef’s kitchen features Wolf 6-burner gas stove, double oven, 2 oversized sinks, 2 dishwashers, Subzero refrigerator, & wine cooler. Dining room has seating for 10. The den with cozy sectional sofa and satellite TV opens onto a huge lakefront porch. Upstairs, guests will find 3 additional large bedrooms, a sitting room and 2 full bathrooms.

Nearby the Property: The Beach House is situated directly on the beach atop one of the lowest bluffs in all of Southwest Michigan. The white, sandy shoreline is just steps from your back door & deck. This property is nestled along the lake shore on a quiet, country road among majestic old trees and lush greenery. The home is within walking distance (or a very short drive) to fine dining, a casual cafe, grocery & convenience store, bakery, deli, and cocktail lounge. We're more than happy to accommodate guests with information on local dining, parks, wineries, shopping, activities, and special events.

Things to do in the Area: Award winning dining in the area includes American, French, Middle Eastern, and Italian restaurants. St. Julian & Round Barn Wineries both have tasting rooms approximately 1 mi. from the home. Wine trail maps provide an excellent guide for a scenic drive to local wineries or schedule a chauffeured tour for your group. Both Lake Michigan & the nearby Galien River are excellent waterways for kayak and canoe enthusiasts. Just 5 miles away, in the harbor town of New Buffalo, you'll find the newly constructed, beautifully landscaped Four Winds Casino with its 3,000+ slot machines, World Poker Tour room, steakhouse, and immense buffet. Also Warren Dunes State Park, with its impressive sand dunes along 3 miles of pristine Lake Michigan shoreline, offers hiking, swimming, & hunting is just a 10 min drive away. Visitors have access to miles of bicycle/ ATV/ snowmobile trails, boat/ watercraft rentals, u-pick produce farms, chartered fishing, and numerous organized festivals throughout the year.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
$100 Pet Fee. Please cover all furniture/bedding
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 250998
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

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 New Buffalo Public Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. 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/biking trails nearby.
Map
Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Burnison Galleries - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Gordon Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

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 - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Amazing Beachfront Estate pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Amazing Beachfront Estate ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Amazing Beachfront Estate ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Amazing Beachfront Estate ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Amazing Beachfront Estate 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 15 minutes.

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 10 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bryan T.

Lovely house. Best views around and great beach access

Fantastic weekend spent in Union Pier! The house was great, especially if you’re going to be doing any cooking! Nice fire pit, nice beach access. Lots of space in the house. The views were amazing. We saw two shooting stars, the Chicago skyline, a satellite, and all the stars imaginable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

T.J. T.

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

The Perfect Family Gathering Place

This was the perfect rental property for our family. From the first communication with Nessa, we knew that this was going to be a great experience. She was very detailed in her description of the house, which was spot on. She was responsive, leading up to the arrival date, when we had questions. She met us at the house and walked us through, taking the time to give us all of the information we needed. The house itself was very clean. It was laid out perfectly for a large family with kids of all ages. Large bedrooms, great bathrooms (mostly en-suite), amazing living spaces with plenty of room for everyone to hang out together, huge fully stocked kitchen with more than enough appliances and utensils, and a backyard beachfront space that was picture perfect. Bottom line, amazing and attentive owner of a phenomenal property. Can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Heidi C.

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

A wonderful long weekend getaway for our family.

We were looking for a home with lots of space, but more importantly, a beautiful view of Lake Michigan and a private beach where the kids can play. This home had privacy, unbelievable views from every window facing west (and of course, the deck and backyard) along with spacious bedrooms and a huge great room. It was a great setting overall and would love to come back again someday.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrew W.

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

Amazing location, huge house

This is a giant house in an amazing location. You can't beat the beach access and the large back yard with the fire pit. The decks provide a great space to watch the sunset. The house itself is huge with plenty of space. The kitchen amenities are nice with a high end gas range and nice refrigerator. The house itself could use some minor work, there are several unfinished holes in the drywall (probably where speakers were once supposed to go), and a few of the electrical outlet spaces are also unfinished. You can see some wires within these holes, none of which are bare, but these definitely make the house look unfinished and could potentially pose a hazard to an unsupervised child who could pull on the wires. With some minor to moderate contracting work to finish the inside, this house would be 5 star across the board. All in all, these issues are mostly cosmetic, but with such an amazing house in an amazing location, it would be beneficial for the owners to put a little work into the place to make it feel less unfinished. These issues are in no way a game changer and overall the house serves its purpose with plenty of space in an amazing location (you'll probably be spending most of your time outside anyway with such an amazing view!).
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

James W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Location location location

Situated on Lake Michigan, mornings and evenings are nothing short of spectacular at this house. S’mores at your private fire pit. Twice daily Long Beach walks. Game night overlooking the sunsets. Owner was very responsive and lovely. House is big and has many wonderful attributes, the best of which is its bank of windows overlooking the lake, the large backyard, privacy, lots of spaces to read a book or relax. We had a great week there. On thing though. The house is accessible only by long stairway so not ideal for elderly or Handicap. If you can deal with that, this is a wonderful place to spend a week.
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Dov F.

perfect vacation

My family stayed in this home last month. It was our favorite home and we have been staying in this area every year for 7 years. There is space and privacy for everyone especially when there are adults who do not want to share a bath. The beach is very close and in good condition. Any issues we had were addressed immediately and they were very minor. I appreciate that the property is professionally managed and they were very nice and accommodating. The kitchen and dining space is great and we loved the outdoor areas.
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10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Definitetly coming back!!

I've been coming to SW Michigan for quite some time (since the late 80s)and have rented many places. With that in mind, this by far is one of my favorites, if not THE favorite! It was a definite upgrade for our family, and worth every penny. We wanted a place close to the beach, clean, spacious, and convenient. Well, we got much more than that. First of all, the location is perfect. You'll get totally spoiled with your private beach access. (Trust me, this is important during the summer). As soon as you enter the house, you'll immediately see gorgeous lake views and blue skies. The house itself is beautiful ...high ceilings, pastel like colors, huge windows everywhere, (my fav) and a spacious floor plan. The rooms are very good sizes and clean. My favorite was the Master BR on the main level (incl huge en suite bathroom) and deck. The bedrooms upstairs are also very nice. There's another Bedroom (en suite) w its own deck area, and all of the beds were pretty comfortable which is a big deal for me.The gourmet kitchen was perfect for people who love to cook, or just chill w a glass of wine while someone else cooks!! There's also a large screened in porch area off the kitchen, in case you wanted to eat outside. Or you can just sit and chill, watch TV, read a book, and just lay around. By the way, if you have kids or teens, the lower level is ideal for them. They'll have their own personal space, while the adults have their own fun upstairs. But the best part after a long day at the beach, was coming back to the house and chilling some more by hanging out on the deck. I never knew Michigan sunsets were so beautiful!!!! The lake is so expansive, you sometimes feel like you're staring out at the ocean. Overall, we had a great time. We do plan on making this our yearly "close to home" vacation. Once you leave Chicago traffic and get to this place, you'll understand why it's worth the drive. Can't wait to come back.
Archival

2/10 Terrible

lindsay f.

Huge Disappointment!

Upon check-in we quickly noticed that the floors were covered with sand and dog hair! We were told 3 dogs had stayed there prior to our stay. The property was simply not cleaned properly after their departure. The stove had a gas leak and reeked of gas. We did bring this to their attention upon arrival, but nothing was ever done about it. At check-in we were informed of the non-working ovens and beverage refrigerator, but soon discovered the list of broken appliances went beyond these. You may want to consider bringing your own bath towels since the washing machine is stuck on "quick wash". Who knows how clean any of the linens could possibly be. Throughout the entire home there are exposed wires of all sorts coming out of the walls and ceilings. The home is covered with blue painters tape. It is on top of switches, across outlets, marking door handles, and even x's on windows. Broken french doors at the master are held together by a child safety lock which prevents them from blowing open completely, but keep you up at night as they blow slightly open and closed repeatedly. The blinds stop 6" from the bottom of the windows of the 1st floor master and are completely missing from the french doors of the 2nd master, several faucets leaked, and there is missing trim, shelving, appliances, toilet paper holder......Truly, the list of issues goes on and on. Most appalling of all the problems, was the day THE POWER WAS CUT. Yes, turned off because of lack of payment not a storm rolling in. We spent the day stressing over our food spoiling, calling around to resolve the issue, constantly running back up to the house for updates, searching the house for candles and flashlights.....A vacationer's dream, right!? While the view is gorgeous and the home has potential, the owner and property manager are in over their heads. This home does not deliver what is shown in the listing or worth the price.
Response from VrboOwner on 3 September 2023
Huge Disappointment!! So many false allegations by an entitled guest, written months later The guest was upset that his party was unable to check in 3 hours early. Without authorization they used the outdoor premises and beach anyway. Upon check in an oral review of house procedures and rules was provided as well as a written copy RESPONSE TO ALLEGATIONS The floors were NOT “covered with sand and dog hair.” The housekeeping mgr. returned after check in and was told there were no issues other than some sand at the back entrance The stove did NOT have a gas leak. No smell of gas! The home has 4 ovens. The party was informed at check in that 1 oven wasn’t working. They said they'd be grilling outdoors or eating out The stackable washer and dryer were fully functional, a demonstration was given at check in There are 9 terrace doors, each with a locking stationary door and a swing door. When guests open the stationary door they have difficulty locking it down. Blue tape was put on all stationary door handles to remind guests not to use that door. If the stationary door isn't properly locked down, high winds can “blow open” both doors resulting in costly damage Blinds; All bedroom doors are fully covered The power outage occurred and was resolved during the day. Candles and flashlights would NOT have been necessary. Guests were updated hourly and responded “no worries, we are at the beach” BOTTOMLINE Other than the power outage, no other correspondence or complaint was made until the NIGHT PRIOR to departure. The owner apologized and offered monetary compensation and subsequently received a text from the renter saying "I find your offer less than acceptable and the next communication will be from my attorney” The guest checked out the following morning. Housekeeping arrived and found the following list of RULE INFRACTIONS and DAMAGES DIRTY DISHES in both sinks and both dishwashers. 1 sink was backed up with standing water and clogged with debris. Food and beverages left on counters and in refrigerators GARBAGE BAGS left IN home INDOOR furniture moved OUTSIDE, a 300 lb Bar dragged across floor RAIN SOAKED FURNITURE CUSHIONS and BROKEN deck chair BROKEN GARBAGE DISPOSAL filled with debris DOG HAIR AND PET STAINS on floor, rugs, and furniture Guest did NOT have authorization to bring a pet. Pets must be approved and a pet fee is required NOTE: GUEST DECLINED DAILY MAID SERVICE. IS IT ANY WONDER WHY? APPARENTLY, THE RULES DON'T APPLY TO THEM!
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10/10 Excellent

Pat T.

Absolutely fantastic!!

This was an incredible home and we spent a fantastic week here. Plenty of space, beautiful setting with lots of decks for viewing the lake from different levels. The home was wonderfully furnished with lots of comfortable places and nooks to relax. The kitchen and bathrooms were stunning. We loved it and plan on staying again next year!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amy Z.

Can't beat the views

Beautiful and large home on a quiet lane. House is spacious and was clean when we arrived. We've been renting in Michigan for years and this is nicest place we've seen.

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