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1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard

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Beach nearby
Exterior
1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Explore the area

Map
Union Pier, MI
  • Popular LocationRound Barn Union Pier Tasting Room3 min drive
  • Popular LocationSt. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room3 min drive
  • Popular LocationFour Winds Casino New Buffalo13 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)117 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.

1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard

Come explore Elephant Walk, a dog-friendly compound, walkable to beach and town, designed to make memories for your group. It provides multiple gathering spots both outside and in while ensuring ample privacy at the same time. Our Main House offers giant living spaces to accommodate the whole group and provides 4 very large bedrooms and 3 baths. On the same grounds, there are 5 smaller cottages that offer full kitchens/bathrooms/living spaces and house 1-2 bedrooms each. If you would like to rent the Main House as well as 1+ cottages, please see our VRBO links to the other cottages or message me to check on availability. Host your retreat, wedding party, or reunion here for an unforgettable experience!

We allow large group bookings only (Main House + at least 2 cottages) until late Fall of each year at which point we'll open up the calendar for anyone to reserve the house and cottages separately and allow for instant booking. Please message us for details, and we will respond within 24 hours.

Much work has been done to this compound since we bought it in Jan 2019. Stay tuned to this as we will update pictures as changes are made as well as provide more updates we'll make over the coming years.

*2024 updates from a home maintenance standpoint:
-Entire property: new exterior paint, parking signs for all of the cottages, new ceiling fans
-Main House: gas grill added to charcoal grill option, new screened porch furniture and ceiling (no leaks!), kitchen backsplash, new balcony off primary bedroom
-Cottage 2: electrical overhaul to fix sporadic outages
-Cottage 3: expanded private enclosed yard
-Cottage 4: new basketball hoop
-Cottage 5: kitchen refresh with new countertops and kitchen sink

**Everyone must review the rental agreement which is comprehensive: lists the terms of the rental agreement, the dog waiver (if you are bringing a dog), provides suggested packing items, lists the hot tub rules (for Main House only).

**Please designate upon checking out if you are bringing a dog so you can have the pet fee added onto your final total.

**Note that Cottage 1 shares a wall with the far hallway corner of the Main House but as of 2022, we've added insulation and other measures to ensure noise transfer is drastically minimized. Cottage 1 and 2 used to have an interior door that locked but it was the source of noise transfer so in Spring of 2022, we closed up that door and added insulation in the units to minimize noise transfer. Cottages 4 and 5 share no walls as they stand alone on the property. All cottages have a pull out couch, and the Main House has 2 pull out couches, one in each king bedroom. Cottages 3 and 5 have small, private, fenced-in yards.

**From Memorial Day to Labor Day we require 3 night minimum stay, but a 7 night stay (Fri-Fri) is required in the heart of the summer, from June through beginning of August unless the week is already broken up.

**Well behaved dogs are welcome. Pets are required to be on leash outside of fenced yard, and you are required to pick up after them or fee will be assessed.

**Note our suggested packing items we provide right before your arrival. Starter paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags are provided but you'll have to bring your own after the starters. We don't do this because we're cheap or insensitive. We do this because we are not often in the area to run these kinds of things over, and we also like for guests to be respectful of the environment which we've noticed happens more often when guests bring their own disposable supplies. Thank you for your understanding!

Thank you for visiting, we hope you choose Elephant Walk for your next group get-away! Email us with any questions, and we'll answer any questions within 24 hours.

The links to the other units on the property are as follows:

Elephant Walk- Main House: www.vrbo.com/1519363
Elephant Walk- Cottage 1: www.vrbo.com/1519692
Elephant Walk- Cottage 2: www.vrbo.com/1519733
Elephant Walk- Cottage 3: www.vrbo.com/1519782
Elephant Walk- Cottage 4: www.vrbo.com/1519804
Elephant Walk- Cottage 5: www.vrbo.com/1519825

Cottage 3 is a private cottage on the property with a private fenced in yard. Still a great arrangement for an extended family visit as you can connect through the backyard, but also fine if traveling alone. Drivers park on the street in front of house, 1 car max.

• 1 Bedroom Queen
• 1 full Sofa Bed in Living Room
• 1 Bath
• private fenced in yard
• Cable TV and Smart TV combined
• Free wi-fi internet
• Air Conditioning, Central Heating
• Private front yard with bbq grill
• Access to Main House big backyard and other amenities (hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pits, game room, etc.) if sharing compound with large group
• Weber Kettle Grill for Charcoal
• Fully Equipped Kitchen

Property manager

Erica Carli

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby
  • Snowboarding nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snowmobiling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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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 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: dogs only, waiver adhered to, $100 fee @ check out

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 deadbolt lock
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

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About the neighborhood

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive
  • Townline Beach - 3 min drive
  • Local - 6 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard?

Check-out is at 10:30 AM.

Where is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Gordon Beach and Burnison Galleries are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 29 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Michael G.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Nice condo
Nice unit, short walk to the beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Quiet Place, Great for Dogs
We were looking for a place on Lake Michigan that allowed dogs and this was a great place. Short walk to the Port Tier beach and if you want to bring your dogs to a dog friendly beach, Warren Dunes is only a 15 minute drive. The local community is nice with a couple of good restaurants within walking distance and a deli just right around the corner.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Union Pier lovely Cottage
We loved our accommodations. Our unit was private with a seating area outside (#3). It had everything we needed. Walking distance to the beach and the Whistle Stop. We have always loved that neighborhood and this is going to be our new preferred destination when we go to Union Pier.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

doug m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend trip
Wry nice place with great location. Owner could not have been more helpful and checked on our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tammy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable Stay!
The Elephant Walk is a wonderful relaxing place! Cottage 3 worked well for us and our Sheepadoodle, the side yard was perfect for relaxing in the evening and allowing Aspen to join us! Will definitely stay again!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Cute Cottage
Very nice and clean cottage. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Erica A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful little cottage!
Nice and clean! Great location! Fenced area wonderful for our sweet older dog. We would stay there again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard B., Graham, NC

Liked: Cleanliness
Elephant Walk - Union Pier, MI
A great place to stay and well located to the beach and area attractions. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
We needed a place to stay close to 3 Oaks, that allowed dogs. This place was just right! Clean, cozy and a yard big enough to throw the ball for our lab. We would stay here again. The Roadhouse next door had amazing food as well!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carrie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very nice clean property

10/10 Excellent

Ken M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice accommodations.
Short walk to beach. Relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect little getaway
Great place for a couples getaway. Easy access to the beach, food, and nature.. we’ll definitely be back
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Kim K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute Cottage
Nice clean small cottage. Bed and the couch were not very comfortable at all. They squeaked every time you moved. After three nights of attempting to sleep we just left because it was that uncomfortable. Which is a bummer because we lost out on all that money renting the place for a week.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

melanie o.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little spot
We really enjoyed this cottage. The location is nice and close to the beach. Cottage is well appointed and comfortable. Grounds are nice and we enjoyed the firepit. No laundry is a bummer, so I would definitely recommend bringing extra towels or them providing extra. It was quite humid and there is no vent in the bathroom so they never dried out. Other than that we loved it and will stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aleesa G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Elephant Walk
Elephant Walk is an amazing property, with everything we needed for our visit. A close walk to the beach, restaurant, and mini store. Our host was amazing, and everything was so smooth. We will definitely be back!!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

lisa c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect!
Bruno the Chihuahua and I had a really great time in #3. It is the perfect getaway. The bed was super comfy and everything was clean and tidy. I loved walking around the area and had a great time hiking and exploring. Hosts were awesome.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Anne F.

Liked: Cleanliness
quick getaway to union pier
This is a lovely place in a fantastic location-close to the beach, restaurant, cafe, etc.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Shawn G.

Just ok
The hideaway bed mattress needs replacing, very poor condition. The firepit area...simply unkept. The neighbor directly behind the firepit area; his music was so loud that my sister and I walked over to ask him to turn it down. He said he was trying to drown out the noise...he was the only one making noise. Too much money for the experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Lyndsey M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Review
The place was very clean and it was a short walk to relax beach. While the picture are what you get, it does not show the layout well. We were both a bit surprised when we walked in. It is connected to the main house which took us a minute to find.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Dog friendly and nice place close to beach, a little bit of hike to lake with baby but then we took stroller and much easier!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Stay at Elephant Walk
We had a great stay at elephant walk in Union Pier, Michigan. The cabin was very clean and the location is great – walkable to the beach and the Union Pier Roadhouse restaurant. I would gladly stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emilee D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Basic, relaxing get-away
A short walk to the lakefront, and good launching point for exploring small towns, wineries, outdoors, & local restaurants. Dog-friendly, too!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nancy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Needed a few days to myself and this was perfect. Everything I needed in the cottage. Comfy and clean. Nice back yard. Easy walk to lakefront. Flexible and communicative host. Thanks!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melissa M.

Liked: Cleanliness
What a retreat!
My husband and I were looking for a short getaway from Chicago and this place was perfect! Erica was an amazing host. The place was clean and she was great about communicating with us. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

8/10 Good

Vaca2017 B.

Nice get away
Walking distance to the beach. Excellent restaurants. Plenty to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021