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Private Gowdy Beach Rights on Lake Michigan

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Living Room
Living room looking into kitchen
Living room with Stone Fireplace
Kitchen
Dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 9157.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Townline Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Gordon Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪16 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

3 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Private Gowdy Beach Rights on Lake Michigan

Private Beach rights on Lake Michigan
Location on VRBO is incorrect. You do not need to use the crowded public Townline Beach; our home has private association beach rights. It is about a 4-5 minute walk or a 2 minute bike ride with the bikes we provide. The first floor features an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, skylights and hardwood floors. There is a living room with stone fireplace, dining room that seats ten and a kitchen with granite counter tops that seats four. The first floor also has a large screened-in porch that leads to the backyard stone patio, fire pit, grill and sand volleyball court. Two bedrooms (one with queen size bed and access to the porch and one with bunk beds with trundle), one full bathroom (shower) and one half bath with pedestal sink are also located on the first floor. There is also a washer/dryer. (see below for 2nd floor description.)




Second floor: The second floor consists of a large secluded bedroom with a queen size bed, a daybed with trundle and an attached full bath(shower). Both bed and bath have skylights. The private balcony off the bedroom overlooks the tree filled backyard/patio/fire-pit/volleyball court of the property and is perfect for morning coffee.

Thick bath towels, memory foam topped beds with high thread count sheets and brand new bedding are also provided.

This three bedroom two and a half bath home comfortably sleeps 9. Additionally, there are 2 pack& plays with sheets for infants. It is perfect for one or even two small families and is very kid friendly (complete with sand volleyball court). It is also perfect for a romantic getaway or a girls weekend.
The setting is peaceful on this wooded lot on a quiet century old tree lined road that leads straight to the beach. The local bakery, deli, gelato shop, restaurants and grocer are within walking or biking distance. Use the bicycles provided it will take about 4 minutes.


We have tried to think of everything to make your stay extra special and comfortable and your packing to be as easy as possible. All you need is your bathing suit and food - we will provide the rest including beach chairs, beach towels, umbrella, cooler with wheels, bicycles, wagon and beach toys.

If staying during the fall/winter months enjoy great nature walks right outside the front door or through Warren Woods. Both are great places to go cross country skiing. You can also sled down Warren Dunes or down hill ski at one of the many Michigan ski resorts approximately one hour away. If you don't feel like going anywhere, enjoy the wood burning fireplace in the living room and snuggle in bed under the down filled comforters provided.

Property manager

Peter or Mina, email preferrable

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
NO parties of any kind
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Maximum Number of Cars - 4 Do not park on street or in yard.
Quiet time is 11pm - 7am
No garbage is to be left outside of cans by street. If animals get in and drag it out, you will be responsible for clean up. Mondays is pick up day.

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
Note from host: NO parties of any kind
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 recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Union Pier, MI

What's nearby

  • Townline Beach - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Gordon Beach - 18 min walk - 1.6 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Local - 5 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 12 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 6 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Gowdy Beach Rights on Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Private Gowdy Beach Rights on Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Gowdy Beach Rights on Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Private Gowdy Beach Rights on Lake Michigan located?

This family-friendly Union Pier holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Townline Beach and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline S.

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

Great Family Stay!

We had 2 families, with 5 little kids. Everything was there we needed and plenty of room! It is a short walk to the beach, just at the end of the road.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Demetra P.

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

Family Reunion at the Lake

Such a great house! Perfect for our group. Kitchen and open concept family room are prefect for cooking, entertaining and hanging out as a big group. Bedrooms were cozy and clean. Screened in porch was a great place for sipping morning coffee. The yard was also a big plus. Volleyball games by day and fire pit by night. My kids loved the tire swing out front. Really the perfect place for us. Can’t wait to come back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christina N., Utica, Illinois

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

Bright and sunny lake cottage

We just came back from our second stay at this cozy (yet spacious) and charming lake cottage. We love this home for its comfortable and sunny decor, it’s relaxing and airy screen in porch and it has the best backyard my 11 year old son and his buddy could hope to find on vacation. We spent a lot of time playing volleyball and badmitton along with other sports in the yard. The tire swing was a big hit too! The home is stocked with anything you might need from the kitchen to linens to a garage full of beach supplies. The private beach itself is lovely and a short 7-8 minute walk down a peaceful lane. It’s also within walking distance to one of our favorite bakeries and a small grocery. Mina, the owner, was very responsive to any questions and was accommodating to our last minute booking. We’re looking forward to renting the cottage again and would enthusiastically recommend it!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C., Cincinnati, Ohio

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

Adorable Property

Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay for our friend getaway weekend! The property was clean and had everything we could possibly need. Super close to a beautiful private beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Willy and Stacy B.

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

Perfect House for a Getaway!

The house is adorable! The main room is even cuter in person and is a great open space where your family can hang out. The kids loved the bunk beds and the ping pong in the garage. Just a short walk to the beach and fully stocked garage with beach chairs, bikes and toys! Firepit setup is great too! Look forward to coming back to enjoy the area again in the future! Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea C., Danville, IL

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

Labor Day Weekend

We had a nice Labor Day weekend at the property. We loved the screened in porch and the open kitchen living area with a nice big table for games. The bikes were great to head to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

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

Great family house

We were very comfortable. The property was charming with plenty of activities. It took our group with young children 10-15 minutes to walk to the private community beach from the house. It was great that there were chairs already at the beach! We very much enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Linda U., Bloomington, IL

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

A Union Pier cottage WOW!

Everything at MIna and Peter's property was 5-star but also managed to look classic Union Pier beach cottage. The beds were super comfy, and there were plenty of absorbent towels. The kitchen and dining area had more utensils and dinnerware than any other vacation rental we've stayed at, so far. More games than could be played in a single visit filled the corner cabinet. Many bikes and beach equipment were found in the garage. Our grandchildren quickly found out what fun a tire swing could be, and it was not even plugged in to a screen. Thanks, Mina and Peter for helping us make positive holiday memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela M.

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

Girls Getaway!

We had a great girls weekend! The home and area were great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Burcu A.

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

Wonderful getaway stay by the beach

We picked this property for our annual family get-together at this property on Memorial Day weekend and had a wonderful stay. The property is amazing. Great kitchen, fully stocked with all the tools, appliances, and major staples you need. We all loved the light in the living room during the day and the house looks so pretty after dark. The rooms and beds are comfy. Beyond comfort, the decoration is pleasing to the eye and the soul. The property is fully equipped for all kinds of family entertainment: two baskets full of books, board and card games, and movies. The weather was gorgeous during our stay so we enjoyed the screened porch, backyard setup, grill and firepit, and beach volley area. Kids spent hours in the garage playing ping pong. The garage was full of bikes, a wagon, beach toys, beach umbrella and inflatables. The beach is within 5-7 minutes' walking distance. Their private beach still has a good amount of sandy area between the dunes and the lake despite the erosion in other areas. We enjoyed the beach during the day and, of course, the sunset. We walked to Blackcurrant bakery one morning and their baked goodies were yummy. Overall, it was a great and memorable stay. We're adding this property to our favorites for future getaways and get togethers.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Anjali C.

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

Enjoyable time

We enjoyed our visit, thanks for hosting!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ramsay W.

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

Great Place for a Quick Getaway

We had a great time here. We enjoyed some sand volleyball on the property. It was also a quick walk to the beach. We especially enjoyed our evenings around the big table for some family game time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Celina M., Arlington Heights, Illinois

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

Beach house

Check in process was easy. House is a 5 minute walk to private beach. Kids had a great time in sand volleyball area, hammock, and tire swing. There are 3 exterior cameras on the property you should be aware of. It took some getting used to especially when you knew they were on, and this is even when we had nothing to hide! There’s a convenient hose/water area outside where you can rinse all the sand off. Neighborhood is quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tori C.

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

Wonderful trip to Union Pier

The location was perfect and the house was really pretty! The yard and the screened in porch were awesome. We try different houses in the area every summer and this has been the best one so far!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Helen L.

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

Great property Awesome location! Quick walk to the beach.

We had a wonderful time at this rental. Home is well appointed. Plenty of space to relax and enjoy. Back yard is wonderful. The beach is perfect. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

April A.

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

Beautiful home

Absolutely beautifully decorated home with all of the necessities. Owners were very responsive. Hope to rent this home again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Doug S., Marseilles, IL

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

Memorial Day with the kids and grandkids 2021

Loved the bright colors and warm feeling of home. Walk to private beach was an adventure every time with the grandkids. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sharvari K.

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

Worth it

Awesome place with everything just as listed. We weren’t able to enter the water because it was too cold but that’s just the time of the year.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jill G.

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

Lovely home

This home exceeded our expectations and we had a wonderful visit. The owners were responsive and great.

10/10 Excellent

Lisa C.

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

Great fall getaway

We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely beach home. The kitchen was well stocked with what we needed for making meals. The beds and bedding were all comfortable. We enjoyed the screened in porch and the fireplace, as it was rainy and chilly. A bright and beautiful home. Great experience! !
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Beach getaway

We truly enjoyed our stay. The location was perfect and everything was just as it stated!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

elizabeth s.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

cute beach house

Great for kids; great beach although it is a hike. Nice house and nicely appointed with a beachy theme. Lots of activities. Most everything you need is there. We did have allergy problems due to residual cat fur and dander.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Dr F., River Forest, Il

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

Beautiful Kid Friendly Home

House is beautiful. Cathedral like great room/dining room. 2 bedrooms downstairs that share a master bathroom. One room has bunks the other King Bedroom. Somewhat steep stairs to bedroom upstairs. Great screened in porch, fire pit and patio area. Great sandbox in backyard, excellent outdoor shower for sand removal. Television s everywhere with multiple streaming services. Huge quantity of board games and kid movies. My grandkids could have been happy staying in the house if it rained but the private beach is close and you can use their chairs. Communication with owners was excellent
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

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

Thanksgiving getaway

My family (2 school age kids and grandparents included) had a relaxing few days enjoying the cozy fireplace.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

NIna L.

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

Perfect long weekend getaway

A wonderful experience all around. The house was great and the location was perfect. Owners were wonderful and very responsive as well as went above and beyond with thoughtful preparations for our family including two young children. We had a great time and highly recommend! Wish we could come back every weekend:)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019

About the host

Hosted by Peter or Mina, email preferrable

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Why they chose this property

Our neighborhood feels like you have stepped back to a simpler time. It is so peaceful and the century year old trees that shade the short walk to the lake make it magical. The beach has the softest sand and the best sunsets anywhere. The little local shops and the farmers market nearby are quaint and convenient. It is a place to walk or ride one of our bikes where everyone is so friendly.

Languages:

English