Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly.
Guy's Doll House is a peaceful, comfortably equipped cottage nestled in the woods; just a short walk from the singing sands of Lake Michigan beaches and right around the corner from the Galien River. The cottage is set back from the street providing ample parking and a large front yard. The Doll House is a three bedroom, one bath cottage that sleeps 6-8. The property offers a game room, a hot tub (open June-October), a fire pit built into the deck and a propane grill. All bedding, linens & kitchen essentials and basic toiletries are provided.
When you enter the cottage, immediately on your right you will find a hallway leading to the laundry facilities; and the perfect wall on which to hang wet towels & bathing suits between uses. Just beyond that hallway, you will enter the full kitchen equipped with cookware, bakeware, glassware, dishware and utensils. Basic cooking essentials included. The first door on the right is the kitchen closet/pantry and the second door leads to the upstairs bunkroom (three single beds) and bedroom (Queen bed and fold out single futon). Please note that this is an older cottage and the stairway to the upper level has been described as steep and narrow, but fortunately we have a ground level bedroom and a pull-out sofa bed to accommodate guests unable to navigate the staircase to the second level. The third door on your right is the bathroom, stocked with bath linens and basic toiletries; and the fourth door is the downstairs bedroom (Queen bed). As you walk through the dinette, you will find the living room (Pull out sofa - double). The front door in the living room leads you to the three-season front porch where you will find the perfect daybed on which to lounge and read a book, birdwatch or take an afternoon nap. The game room entrance is directly across from the cottage's side entry door. Family fun is the name of the game {room}! Play cards or board games! There is a mini fridge and a microwave to keep your drinks cold and get your snacks hot. In front of the game room, you will find our boardwalk deck. On one end is a built-in fire pit, stacked with firewood and a two-person swing; the perfect place to roast some marshmallows and devour some s'mores. At the other end you will find the hot tub situated next to the propane grill and Mann Cave; with an auxiliary refrigerator and plastic drinkware. Two patio sets are situated in the middle for outdoor dining. Beyond the Mann Cave are two picnic tables for additional outdoor dining. All of these facilities comprise approximately one-third of the back of an acre of property, bounded by woods on three sides: providing an expansive front yard! There is ample room to kick around a soccer ball, play catch, chip some golf balls {towards the road, please} or spin around the yard on the provided bicycles. Venturing off the property, you can walk along the Galien River under what I affectionally describe as a "tree-tunnel" just around the corner. Free public access to Union Pier's beach is a 20-minute walk; or really easy bike ride, passing through our quaint little downtown area. So quaint, we don't even have a stop light! There you will find a bakery, a convenience store, a grocery store/sandwich shop, an ice cream shop and beach gear rental shop in the event you desire more beach toys than provided. Union Pier opened a bath house and public parking for beach access downtown. A 10-minute walk, or easy bike ride, in the opposite direction of downtown will lead you to the tasting rooms of a couple of local, Michigan wineries. You'll find everything you need for an easy, enjoyable get away at and around Guy's Doll House. Guy's Doll House can be rented in conjunction with Guy's Bungalow; a one bedroom, one bathroom house that sleeps 4-6 immediately next door to the Doll House. Please reach out to inquire about availability and pricing.
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Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets
Pets allowed: limit 1 total
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Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 30
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Union Pier
Union Pier is home to this cottage. Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum and Burnison Galleries 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. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local.
Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
Younger Family Preserve - 1 min drive - 2.8 km
Gordon Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Union Pier Beach - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
Getting around
New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 41 min drive
Restaurants
The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 13 min drive
Four Winds Sports Bar - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 14 min drive
The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly.?
As of 17 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly. on 24 May 2026 start from NZ$489, 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 Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly.?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Vacation like a local Michigander at Guy's Doll House!
Family & pet friendly. located?
This family-friendly Union Pier cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room, Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum. Lake Michigan is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.
Reviews
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Really enjoyed the time! The dogs, kids and adults all enjoyed our time, very outdoorsy area so def got feeling of woods when the deer showed up to greet us every morning! Thank you so much
Raquel S.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 September 2024
Watching the abundant wildlife in the area is definitely my favorite part of the property, especially the deer. I hope you got to see some of the fawns, too. They're just precious. I'm happy you all enjoyed yourselves!
About the host
Hosted by Jennifer McGreehan
I live locally here in Union Pier. I enjoy helping my guests customize their visits by offering suggestions about what to see and where to eat. While many other corporately owned vacation rentals in the area focus on a "heads in beds" business model; for example, furnishing each bedroom with queen-sized bunk beds where guests are literally spending their vacation on top of one another, I focus my efforts on providing my guest the best experience possible, individually tailored to your party. I strive to provide safe, clean, comfortable, no-fuss accommodations where your family & friends can spread out, relax and reconnect during your visit to beautiful Harbor Country. Coupling my local residency with my guest centered personal attention I am ready and available to offer an authentic taste of what lake living is really like along these sunset shores from a local's perspective.
Why they chose this property
Union Pier is a quiet little town along the southern shore of Lake Michigan. In addition to all the public shoreline access points along the Lake, we offer a little something for everyone to enjoy! Outdoor adventures, prime antique shopping, local Michigan vineyard tasting rooms and outstanding dining options. You certainly can't go wrong visiting Union Pier!
What makes this property unique
Guy's Doll House is hidden away on a full acre in the woods about 3/4 of a mile from the Townline Road beach access. Behind the property is over10 acres of protected wetlands and the property is boarded on both sides by thick wood lines. The houses are set at the very back edge of the property providing expansive front yard space for each house. The outdoor spaces for each house are situated to provide as much privacy from each other as possible. Due to our surrounding environment, we are fortunate to share our space with a lot of local wildlife. The property is regularly visited by many native neighbors including deer, opossum, Eastern Box Turtles, hummingbirds & too many other bird species to list. We also regularly host Monarch butterflies. The Doll House can be rented in conjunction with Guy's Bungalow, a 1bed/1bath also located on the property, for larger groups and multi-family vacations in Union Pier.
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests