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A beach with calm water and a clear sky. - 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard (Union Pier)
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You can look forward to golfing on site, a firepit, and a garden at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard. Free in-room WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices), and an arcade/game room are available to all guests.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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

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About the neighborhood

Located in Union Pier, this cottage is near theme parks and near the beach. Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot. Ready for a night out? Consider Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center and Acorn Theater. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing and snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as sledding and ice skating. Visit our Union Pier travel guide
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What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach
    5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Burnison Galleries
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Gordon Beach
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve
    19 min walk - 1.6 km

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
  • The Stray Dog Bar & Grill
    7 min drive
  • Timbers at Four Winds Casino
    15 min drive
  • Redamak's Tavern
    6 min drive
  • PostBoy
    7 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). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

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 10:00 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.

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Reviews

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

9.6

Exceptional

9.6

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

8.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 57 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 57 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 57 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 57 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 57 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was super cozy, beautiful setting, great walk to the beach. Will definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time in Union Pier! Erica was a great host…she communicated perfectly before we got there so we knew all we had to know about the property and area. It was definitely dog friendly and right down the street from Warren Dunes State Park. Lots of great restaurants all around!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

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

Nice condo

Nice unit, short walk to the beach. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Short getaway

Perfect place for our short visit to MI. Place was perfect. Comfortable, clean, and quiet. Lovely hosts. Hope to visit again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Union Pier cottage- short walk to beach!

The cottage was cozy for a short couple day sister get-away! The location is great- just a short walk to the beach, a restaurant, and coffee shop!! The host could not be any kinder and more accomodating!! She let us check-in early and check-out later!!! So nice!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Snowy Getaway

Just what we needed - a change of scenery in a cozy and well decorated cottage at Elephant Walk in Union Pier. We enjoyed Warren Dunes and Weko Beach and the Roadhouse restaurant right around the corner from the cottage. Correspondence with the property manager was exceptional. We definitely hope to rent again - a quiet gem and great location!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Calming Getaway

I took my wife and my puppy on a surprise getaway and couldn't be happier with our stay at Elephant Walk. The house was comfy, very clean and had all we needed for cooking. The garden was incredibly maintained. Big green area to play with our puppy, fire pit and beautiful trees surrounding. We had long walks around the property, including the beach nearby. Friendly warning, the beach was didn't allow pets. Good restaurant and groceries around the place. Communication with the hosts was very efficient. We will definitely go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cozy property, per friendly, and close to the necessities. My only complaint is that there is a small gap under the fence where a small dog could fit through that was not patched like the rest. I did not let my dog off leash in the side yard. Again, not a problem but just a warning if you have small dogs, there is a possibility of them getting out into the yard next in a small area. Also, the walls are thin and could hear the conversations of cottage 2 pretty clearly. Not an issue, just want to post a warning. We loved our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This cottage was perfect for a quick little getaway. It was clean and had everything we needed. The walk to the beach was easy and quick! We were also able to walk to several restaurants and a brewery. We would definitely stay here again! Thanks Erica!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed twice now and LOVE it!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Located in a quiet area close to the lake, restaurants and brew pubs. The apartment was dog-friendly, with a private yard. The unit was clean and nicely furnished. Comfortable bed too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Reservations, check-in and communication were easy. Home was clean, had a private outdoor space and a shortcut to the public access beach. Close to restaurants, grocery. Can catch the train from new Buffalo to Union station. Host was gracious and knowledgeable about gluten free recommendations.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful spot, walking distance to everything. Small but clean and quiet. We were lucky enough to have the property to ourselves but could be fun to be back with friends in the other cottages. Great communication from the host!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and close to the most important things - the beach and the coffee shop! Lovely walkable neighborhood too.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Stay here!

The property is great and the location can’t be better, will stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice accommodations.

Short walk to beach. Relaxing atmosphere.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Clean, Cute Cottage

Very nice and clean cottage. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great stay at the Elephant Walk!Close to the beach, Whistle Stop, and Red Arrow Roadhouse. Side yard was great for our little Frenchie, Augie.PY-LaGrange, IL
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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