300 paces-1/2 Block to McKinley Beach, Fire Pit, Screened Gazebo, Outdoor Shower

Union Pier, Michigan
$391 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 2

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Cottage

Property Type

Sleep 6

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Our cottage is located slightly less than 300 paces to one of the loveliest, quietest, family-friendly beaches in Union Pier--McKinley St. Beach.

In a secluded setting, our cottage is surrounded by tall trees and set far back from all roads. It is difficult to find and we like it that way.

The master bedroom (with a king-size bed) on the first floor, has a door that opens to a large deck and screened-in gazebo. The adjacent living room has a vaulted ceiling and a wood-burningfireplace. Our fully equipped kitchen with custom cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances is located between the living room and cozy dining area with large windows and a patio door that leads to the spacious deck and a gas grill.

On the second floor is the 2nd bedroom with a queen-size bed. This bedroom and adjacent bath are private with views of a huge front yard sheltered by 100-year-old tall trees. The 2nd floor also has a sleeping loft with a queen-size futon sofa that can sleep 2. All ceilings on the second floor soar to 12 ft.

Our deck is equipped with a large gas Weber grill and a screened-in gazebo with dining area. There is also additional seating outside the gazebo for a more open feeling. Our deck has an outdoor shower with hot and cold water and a fire pit with even more seating.

The setting is private with only two neighbors nearby; one in a single-family home and the other in a cottage identical to our own adjoined to ours.

We think our cottage is wonderful, but please keep in mind that this is NOT A PARTY HOUSE and is much too small for a wedding, a family reunion, or a party with a large group of people. Our cottage is only 1,005 sq. ft., that's not very large. Also, keep in mind that we only have parking for TWO cars.

We have a SIX-person maximum occupancy, this number includes children.

When you first arrive at our cottage you may see other empty parking spaces in our parking area. The parking lot is shared and only TWO of the available spaces are ours. The other parking spaces belong to our neighbors and are NOT ours to give away. At times there may be parking available for a third car, however, it will be necessary to check with our neighbors prior to your arrival. We cannot guarantee a third parking space.

Please keep in mind that our absolute MAXIMUM IS SIX PEOPLE, WHICH INCLUDES CHILDREN.

Getting back to our beach, it is less than 300 paces from our cottage. Once you walk through the McKinley Beach gate and are at the beach stairs, and it is only 43 steps from the top stair to sand. The stairs are wide, with handrails, and are broken up by two landings--one of them is large enough to have seating for six people. Once on the beach, look around you. You have the magnificence of Lake Michigan in front of you and in back of you, the sylvan charm of a wooded setting. Even though it is a small, public beach, it usually feels private and is one of the loveliest and most family-friendly beaches in Harbor Country.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Beach Towels
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Deadbolt Lock Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    2 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1005 Sq Ft (93 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Blender Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Near Laundromat Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Limited Onsite Parking (max 2 Spaces) Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • OUTDOORS

    Firepit Garden Gas Grill Outdoor Furniture Patio Yard
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Outdoor Shower Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English Spanish
  • THINGS TO DO

    Cycling Nearby Ecotours Nearby Fitness Facilities Nearby Hunting Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Scuba Diving Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Water Park Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books DVD Player Games Music Library Stereo Video Library Smart TV With Cable/satellite Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Playground
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near A Health Or Beauty Spa Near A Hospital Near Outlet Shopping On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Phone
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 6

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Jessica W.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2026

    Stayed Jun 18, 2026

    We had the best time here! Will definitely be back!

  • Barbara B.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2026

    Stayed May 25, 2026

    May 25-28, 2026 We stayed a wonderful 4 days in the beautifully decorated and well appointed cottage. The grounds are beautiful, and we had everything we could possibly need. We loved the quiet, shady neighborhood, and the short half a block walk to the most beautiful beach around. We had the beach mostly to ourselves, and enjoyed a morning walk along the shore, swimming in the calm clear water, and gorgeous sunsets every evening. Rosemary and Mike are such lovely hosts, and made sure we knew where everything was when we checked in. We loved it!Barbara and Jim and Gavin

  • Nancy E.

    Submitted Jun 2, 2026

    Stayed May 29, 2026

    This property was flawless and the hosts were absolutely delightful. The location was perfect for exploring the beach, Union Pier and New Buffalo. A perfect getaway for a long weekend. We only wish we could have stayed longer!

  • Ken C.

    Submitted May 25, 2026

    Stayed May 22, 2026

    Very clean and amazing location. We will definitely be back!!

  • Submitted May 18, 2026

    Stayed May 15, 2026

    We loved every minute at Rosemary and Michael’s enchanting cottage! Everything was perfect for a restful retreat from our hectic schedule. Rosemary was without a doubt, the most gracious host we’ve had pleasure of booking with. A short walk to a beautiful sandy beach ,gorgeous arbors and trees, cobblestone paths… like a fairytale, just awesome! Wish we could have spent more time relaxing and enjoying the scenery. Beds were sooo comfortable too! Definitely recommend.

  • Michael C.

    Submitted May 15, 2026

    Stayed May 11, 2026

    The property was delightful and well appointed. We appreciated that the owners sent information about the area and places to go. The walk down to the beach wasn't far and the steps down to the beach were easy enough. Lovely beach!!Michael and Linda Callahan

  • Shari M.

    Submitted May 6, 2026

    Stayed May 3, 2026

    The cottage was very clean, pretty, and in excellent condition. Loved the landscaping around the cottage and the walkway down to the water—it was so inviting… and such a beautiful beach. I loved it here! The host, Rosemary, was very responsive and spent time orienting and showing us all the different features.

  • Sarah K.

    Submitted Oct 28, 2025

    Stayed Oct 24, 2025

    Rosemary met us at the house to show us around and tell us where everything was located. The house was exceptionally clean and just the right size for our group of four.

  • Julie P.

    Submitted Oct 20, 2025

    Stayed Oct 17, 2025

    The property was exactly as listed. Very nice property!! Cozy, beautiful, charming. Beds were super comfortable. This place has everything including a beautiful setting and a screened gazebo area on the deck. No many nice touches to list!I absolutely recommend!

  • Gloria R.

    Submitted Sep 28, 2025

    Stayed Sep 20, 2025

    We always enjoy this quiet corner of McKinley. The cottage is very clean and stocked with what we need. We’ll be back!

  • Jack L.

    Submitted Sep 18, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Great property and wonderful owner, we enjoyed a perfect stay, look forward to returning to this property.

  • Jennifer D.

    Submitted Sep 15, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    We had a wonderful Michigan stay. Rosemary, the owner, met us when we arrived and gave us all of the information about the property! We took advantage of almost all of the amenities, including the outdoor shower. The beach access is only a few steps down the road, and the stairway down was not bad at all. The only problem is that we all wish that we could have stayed longer!

  • tina f.

    Submitted Sep 8, 2025

    Stayed Sep 6, 2025

    Beautiful and peaceful location. Cottage was clean and stocked well. Owner very friendly and helpful!

  • Jeffrey P.

    Submitted Aug 30, 2025

    Stayed Aug 23, 2025

    Absolutely idyllic! Clean as can be with every need that you can have, anticipated by these wonderful hosts. We will be back again and again!

  • Terri S.

    Submitted Aug 3, 2025

    Stayed Jul 26, 2025

    This property was close to the beach and great for walking to other areas of Union Pier. The house was neat and clean and the kitchen offered updated appliances with a handy ice maker. It was perfect for our family of two adult couples and a 4 year old. A bonus is the deck with an outside shower. I would recommend this property!

  • Kate M.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    We love this place and come back each summer to enjoy the beach and the beautiful natural setting around the cottage. Mike and Rosemary are always very nice, communicative and helpful. The gas grill and outdoor screened in dining area are great for eating outdoors without getting attacked by bugs. Their AC is awesome and the house always stays cool inside, even on really hot days. The outdoor shower is great for rinsing off after a day at the beach so you don't bring sand in the house. Union Pier is a charming little beach town and New Buffalo is just down the road if you are looking for more restaurants and things to do. Highly recommend!

  • Lindsay W.

    Submitted Jul 26, 2025

    Stayed Jul 19, 2025

    We stayed here for a week with our two young children (almost 5 and a 2 year old) and we had a great time! The location to the beach is perfect and the space worked very well for us. Rosemary and Mike were super responsive whenever we had any questions or concerns. Would stay here again!

  • Alycia A.

    Submitted Jun 20, 2025

    Stayed Jun 16, 2025

    We absolutely loved our stay and will definitely be back! Rosemary is such a kind, thoughtful, and caring host. The cottage is so well-appointed. Location is amazing. Proximity to gorgeous beach (just steps away!) and short drive to Indiana Dunes Natl Park. Communication with hosts was terrific. Loved the outdoor shower, beach equipment, and screened porch.

  • Sue M.

    Submitted Jun 18, 2025

    Stayed Jun 13, 2025

    We had a wonderful weekend! The cottage was fantastic and had everything we needed to make it a great weekend. Next time we are definitely going to stay for longer! Thanks to our gracious hosts Rosemary and Michael for sharing their lovely cottage.

  • Kimberly W.

    Submitted Jun 11, 2025

    Stayed Jun 8, 2025

    This was the most perfect place for my annual beach trip with my daughter and grandson! The cottage is immaculate and is so cozy and comfortable! Top of the line and has everything you need! Nice walk to the beach! I loved all the nature, listening to birds while sipping on coffee on the deck! Outdoor turn so comfy! The outdoor shower was amazing to clean off sandy feet! Mike and Rosemary are the perfect host! Will return again!

  • Lydia M.

    Submitted Jun 10, 2025

    Stayed Jun 6, 2025

    This is probably one of the most well equipped properties we have stayed at. The property is cute and cozy with great proximity to the quaint downtown and access to the tiny public beach. Rosemary met us at check in to give us a very thorough tour and the keys. Rosemary is so very sweet and left nothing in question about our stay. Would stay again and recommend to others!

  • Gloria R.

    Submitted Oct 1, 2024

    Stayed Sep 21, 2024

    We love our time at Lake Michigan each year and this place makes our stay perfect.

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$391+
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