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Family-friendly Home w/ Lake Views, Free WiFi & Private Beach Access

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Beach nearby
Exterior
TV, fireplace
Interior

Reviews

7.8 out of 10
Good

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102294 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Union Pier

This vacation home places you next to Lake Michigan and Union Pier Beach. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a patio.

What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Gordon Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Townline Beach - 9 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 13 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 44 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
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Family-friendly Home w/ Lake Views, Free WiFi & Private Beach Access

Casual Lake Living

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Welcome to Casual Lake Living! This rustic, five-bedroom lakefront home sits on a prime acre of grassy expanse overlooking Lake Michigan and includes 100 feet of private shoreline. The main level of the home features a large living/dining room combo with sweeping lake views, a brick wood-burning fireplace, a large harvest table with seating for 10, and a wet bar with a minifridge. There is also a four-season room on the south side of the living area. Both of these rooms open up to the wraparound patio deck and large backyard, where guests can take advantage of the stunning view from the bluff overlooking the home's beach and Lake Michigan. The kitchen is adjacent to the dining area and includes a stove, a dishwasher, and a fridge.

Down the hallway from the kitchen are the bathroom and a laundry area. A door to the north leads outside to the outdoor shower and to the beach-access stairs just beyond. There is another living area located on this level with a flatscreen TV and a couch near the front breezeway. The second level is where all five bedrooms are located, along with a full bathroom. There are three bedrooms, each with king-size beds, plus two more bedrooms that each contain two twin beds. Each bedroom has cable, new flatscreen TVs, and it's own window-mounted air conditioning unit in addition to a large floor air conditioner on the main level that keeps the bedrooms nice and cool. Open, spacious, and comfortable, Casual Lake Living is the perfect place to stage your next Lake Michigan getaway with family and friends!

*Please note: there is a small public beach next to the private beach at Casual Lake Living and local authorities will no longer enforce the evacuation of unauthorized people.

This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 5 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.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 2 bathrooms, and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 2,294 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

Property is also known as

48458

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Union Pier, just steps from Lake Michigan and Union Pier Beach, and within a short walk of Gordon Beach. You'll also find Burnison Galleries and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum less than a mile away.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer parking.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Family-friendly Home w/ Lake Views, Free WiFi & Private Beach Access?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside vacation home include a fireplace and a kitchen in each accommodation with some featuring lake views.

Are there hot tubs at Family-friendly Home w/ Lake Views, Free WiFi & Private Beach Access?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home have connecting rooms?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is about 21.6 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Family-friendly Home w/ Lake Views, Free WiFi & Private Beach Access?

Yes, every accommodation at Family-friendly Home w/ Lake Views, Free WiFi & Private Beach Access comes with a deck with some featuring lake views.

Family-friendly Home w/ Lake Views, Free WiFi & Private Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

7.8

Good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 19 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Julie M.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

John S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house great location
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great setting on the lake. Host does need to address a few things that would make this safer for kids: the stairs to the second floor have wide spacing of the spindles and a child could easily slip through. We resorted to tying ropes along them and chuffing one of our suitcases between the last one and the wall. Also there are no usable closets but each room has a curtained of opening that would be a great closet that are all filled with old bedding, bags of sheets and one had old window frames. For the courtesy of your guests those should all be emptied and hangars on a simple rod would suffice. Loved having all the clean towels. The slider to the side porch is almost unable to be opened . We stored our bikes there and had a real struggle opening that slider. There is a broken sash window in the central bedroom back of the house. There is a screen and storm, but the window needs replacing. There were pieces of aluminum gutter in the front yard hear the outside shower.Plumbing worked great but your water heater is set at 160 degrees which is a scald hazard.the windows in the kitchen are unable to be opened and need repair. We will stay here again as overall it proved the space we needed for a great visit. We have stayed in several older houses in UnionnPier over the last 30 years and this one just needs some repairs, especially the stair banner ster and spindle issue which is a definite fall hazard for children under 5. Washing machine is broken. The kitchen was fine.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Lally J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic location! Accurate to listing; relatively old and could use some updates. Second floor shower was still not working (noted that in a review from last summer and assume it would’ve been fixed by now?) and also had some wifi issues. Overall great stay
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Mitsi L.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Katie T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Union Pier

Home location: Excellent- close to neighboring towns and backyard steps to the beautiful private beach. Home condition-a bit tired. We never tried the fire pit nor the fireplace. Only 1 working shower on the first floor (sign on 2nd floor said the 2nd floor shower not working).
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

kirk a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bradley H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Bigger than the photos

This is place is a perfect lake house! The rooms are much larger than the photos make them seem.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Janice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great summer vacation

Location was awesome! Easy access to beach with amazing view. House is old and rustic as listed so nothing unexpected. Could use some improvements. Appears to have some updates in decorating and bedding then what is shown in pictures. Beds were comfortable and house was spacious and so was the property. Great family vacation with 10 adults and 2 children.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Bryan B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Weekend Getaway

The 2023 reviews of the property did not reflect what we found in 2024. We found a well maintained older lake house that had plenty of room for 3 couples. The walk down to the beach was through a steep set of stairs so be forwarned. The grill worked perfectly, towels were available and all we needed was there. The town of New Buffalo is wonderful and very welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Susan W.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Dirty House with a GREAT Beach & View

Beach was great! View was wonderful! Deck surrounding the house needs some TLC, but was a great place for coffee, and conversing. Shower outside the back door was perfect for washing off sand. No air conditioning in some bedrooms - ugh! Washing machine stopped working and no one came to repair it. Sand and dirt in the house when we arrived. Stairs had not been swept or mopped. Sand & dirt under couches in living room and beds in bedrooms. Some covers in bedrooms had bugs on them. Kitchen floor had not been properly cleaned in who knows how long. Kitchen faucet dripped constantly. Bathrooms were not completely clean. Hair was evident around toilets and sink.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

David H., Chantilly

Liked: Cleanliness

House by the Lake

The house is old, but nice. Great downstairs with fireplace, dining area and separate lounge area. Some lights did not work and one of the bedrooms is a bit cramped, but overall a very nice property. Access to the lake is very convenient and a nice experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Tara L.

Location location location!

The location was perfect! We were able to walk everywhere and the beach access was perfect! The house was a little disappointing although the pictures didn’t lie they didn’t tell the whole truth. The downstairs bathroom was great! The upstairs bathroom had wall damage that had been repaired but not painted. The shower wasn’t clean and it was tiny! The comforters were stained or had dead bugs on them in two bedrooms. The kitchen was not clean….dead flies covered the windowsill and sink and counters. The downstairs was huge and open which we loved!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021