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Stay by the Lake! 1000 feet to the beach, hot tub & bocce

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Beach nearby
3 bedrooms, internet, bed sheets
TV
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8960 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Hot tubHot tubHot tub
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Union Pier, MI
  • Popular LocationTownline Beach9 min walk
  • Popular LocationSt. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room3 min drive
  • Popular LocationFour Winds Casino New Buffalo12 min drive
  • AirportMichigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)16 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

Stay by the Lake! 1000 feet to the beach, hot tub & bocce

Welcome to Bluebird Beach House in Union Pier, another great home offered by Third Coast Vacations, a full-service vacation rental company run by locals who love Harbor Country.  When you book with us, you aren’t just getting another vacation rental company, you’re getting access to the area’s experts. We know where to go because we live here and we love it. 

Third Coast Vacations is more than a place to find a great home base for your getaway. Staying with us gets you:

Discounts for beach rentals and other vacation gear
Charcuterie boards and breakfast with free delivery
A concierge who can book winery trips and distillery tours for you
Tons more resources to make your time in Harbor Country amazing

Learn more at the end of the listing!

This home will impress you from the moment step through the front door. You'll enter the home through a nice three seasons room with views of the back yard. This space is beautifully furnished with cozy seating and a table perfect for meals or board games after a day at the beach. The latest addition to our amenity list is is a brand new 4 person hot tub in the back yard!

Blue Bird is located almost exactly 1000 feet from McKinley Beach in Union Pier, just a short walk down a quiet side road. There is a gradual path that leads halfway down to the beach then 45 well maintained steps down to the water level. The best thing about this beach area is that it is less subject to water level changes when compared to beaches further south and the beach is huge as we write this in April 2024. 

Moving into the home you'll find a full size washer and dryer in the mud room as well as hooks and storage. The kitchen has been recently remodled with beautiful touches and plenty of quartz counterspace for meal preps. This home features an open concept layout with the kitchen flowing into the dining room which leads you to the living area of the home. The cozy living room features plenty of seating and a smart TV. 

This home features 3 bedrooms, one with a full size bed, a second with a Queen sized bed and ensuite bathroom, and a third with 3 twin beds. This bunk bed room features a trundle bed which would be best used for a child or small adult. There are two full bathrooms, one off the dining space and another near the middle bedroom. 

Bluebird Beach House has a lot to offer in the back yard, including the private hot tub. There is a large firepit with adirondack chairs that is perfect for s'mores or a hot dogs over the fire. The middle of the yard features a boccee ball court and all materials needed to play can be found in the storage area nearby.  As you look at the property from the street, the left side yard and back of the property is completely fenced in. The backyard also features a large outdoor shower to ensure that the sand that you brought home from the beach stays outside, well most of it at least. 

Want to learn more about this home and the area? Check out the aerial / walkthrough video footage for this home. For more videos of the home (search by property name), beaches in the area, and other local attractions and events, please visit our Third Coast Vacations Youtube Channel,  If the link doesn't work, just search Youtube for Third Coast Vacations.

Once you’ve booked a home we will provide you with discount codes for the following:

Weekends Harbor Country, offering beach gear, maui mats / lilly pads,stand up paddle boards, corn hole sets, board game boxes, coolers, baby items… and more believe it or not.
Want a charcuterie board awaiting your arrival? How about a s’mores board for the campfire? Don't want to make or go out for breakfast? Bougie Boards is a partner company that can help you with all these and more with free delivery to your vacation rental.
Discounts offers will be sent after your reservation is confirmed.

Property manager

Third Coast Vacations

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

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

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Phone

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling 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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 960 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

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
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

Property is also known as

123132

About the area

Union Pier

Located in Union Pier, this vacation home is on a lake. 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

  • Townline Beach - 9 min walk
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive
  • Local - 6 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 38 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 13 min drive
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 14 min drive
  • Copper Rock Steakhouse New Buffalo - 13 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stay by the Lake! 1000 feet to the beach, hot tub & bocce pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stay by the Lake! 1000 feet to the beach, hot tub & bocce?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stay by the Lake! 1000 feet to the beach, hot tub & bocce?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stay by the Lake! 1000 feet to the beach, hot tub & bocce located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Union Pier Beach and Lake Michigan. Gordon Beach and Townline Beach are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

J. M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Paradise
This was the perfect quiet get-a-way for my husband and myself. We were close to everything if we wanted to go into New Buffalo or up the coast to Sawyer or Stevensville. Shopping for antiques? Yes. Eating fresh food? Yes. Stop at a brewery? Of course. Walks on the beach or in town were great. The cottage is so comfortable though, it is hard to find a better place than the screened in porch. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

J. M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Practically perfect
Close to beach and the bakery. Beautifully appointed cottage and great use of space inside and out
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eric N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
This property is absolutely a perfect location for both Lake access and downtown. It's gated and great if you bring a furry friend with you. Very clean and has everything you need for a wonderful stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jasmine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Memorial Day bonding
We really enjoyed this property. The fire pit, and proximity to the lake, antique shops and wine tasting rooms were exactly what we were looking for. Very comfortable stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chrissy J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A true gem in Union Pier
I really enjoyed my stay. Loved the screened in porch, fire pit & chairs, beautiful & updated bathrooms, updated kitchen, laundry and all the comforts of home. McKinley is my favorite beach and I loved that it was the closest beach. Saw an abundance of wildlife - deer, bunnies and a fox. It’s a very peaceful place - highly recommend!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Kelly C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Mostly Enjoyable - But Heating Source Needs To Be Addressed
We stayed for the long Easter weekend and overall had a nice trip with our two children under the age of 4. Some positives I want to mention: the house is recently renovated and very clean. The communication with the property manager was always very prompt and they were eager to help with any issues in a quick manner. When we arrived, there was a bag of snacks and goodies and I thought that was a really nice touch. And unlike other properties I have rented, there were plenty of supplies (towels, toilet paper, etc). The thing that I have to mention though is the heat. And I realize most people only rent these properties in the warmer months and so it wouldn't be an issue. But this property is marketed as a 3 bedroom home, which is it, but there is only a heat source to two of the bedrooms. And that should have been communicated prior. Because in the evenings and overnight, it was absolutely frigid. The first night, when we realized there was an issue with the heat, I was pleasantly surprised that they sent a maintenance worker out at 10pm. And he helped us get through that first night by showing us some tricks of how to work everything (there is no central heat/air in this property - it's baseboard heating). But with two very small kids, I can't leave bedroom doors open all night in an unfamiliar location to try to get heat in there. So we were only able to utilize two of the bedrooms which was really a hassle because of the ages of our kids and the routines they are used to. The next morning, the maintenance man came back and brought pastries (very nice!) for us and said he could bring a space heater for that third bedroom. But we were not comfortable having our toddler sleep in a room with a space heater. So we worked it out but it really did impact our nights pretty significantly. And again, everyone was very responsive and I think tried to help the best they could. But the property description should have clearly stated there was not a heat source to the third bedroom. The first night it was down to 61 degrees inside the house and that's just unacceptable for small kids. I know they have recently renovated the property and I think still getting to know the place. Aside from that, we thought the location was convenient. It's probably about a 7-8 minute walk from the beach. The outdoor area they have created at the house is also very nice with seating and a fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023