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Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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A hand holding a glass with the text "because QUARANTINE" against a sunset beach backdrop.
A spacious kitchen with a central island, white bar stools, and pendant lighting.
A wooden boardwalk with railings, a bench, and a clear view of a river and surrounding greenery.
A kitchen with a wooden island, a dining table, and a built-in bench with colorful cushions.
A marina with several boats docked, a row of houses with balconies, and a clear sky.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Union Pier Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

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About the area

Union Pier

On the beach.Your stay at this Union Pier vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Union Pier Beach. Also, Burnison Galleries is within half a mile (1 km) and Gordon Beach is within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Union Pier Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Burnison Galleries - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Gordon Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum - 1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • McDonald's
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬7 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.

Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach

Owls Nest Beach House. A large private sandy beach is just a few steps away. The sandy beach is perfect for long walks, swimming, playing in the waves, or just relaxing with your favorite beverage. Enjoy your evening sitting by a beach fire.
The Owls Nest has 4 bedrooms with elevated ceilings and 3 bathrooms. The master bedroom has its own bathroom. The small guest house acts as a second master bed room/living room and has its own bathroom. The Owls Nest has a large open floor plan with a wood burning fire place and elevated ceilings. This beach house is perfect for a family vacation or a quiet romantic getaway.
The kitchen is fully equipped for all of your cooking needs and has a breakfast bar.
The screened in porch is perfect for outside breakfast, lunch, or dinner meals.
Gracon high chair, and Joovy Room2 travel bed are included.
There is plenty of on-site parking.
New Buffalo and Union Pier are just 2 miles away with restaurants, taverns and grocery stores.
It is just a short walk to Whistle Stop convenience store and Red Arrow Road House Tavern.
The Galien River access is just 2 miles away. This Galien river is a 30.0-mile-long river that begins at the outlet of Dayton Lake and flows into Lake Michigan at New Buffalo. The river is perfect for Kayaking or Canoeing.
** THIS PROPERTY WILL NOT DISAPPOINT!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Limited housekeeping

Location highlights

  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

New Listing Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
New Listing Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
New Listing Owls Nest Beach Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach
New Listing Owls Nest Beach House Private Beautiful Sandy Beach

Frequently asked questions

How close is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 32 mi (46-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center (9-min drive) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (13-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach to downtown Union Pier?

This vacation home is 0.7 mi away from Union Pier.

Owls Nest Beach House - Just Steps From Our Private Beautiful Sandy Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 99 out of 108 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 108 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 108 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 108 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 108 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house and vacation!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay. Nice property
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jessica B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was clean, well stocked, and very easy access to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jeff H.

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

Fun couples vacation

We had a great stay and loved the proximity to the beach. There are several good local breweries and wineries that are well worth a visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Charity W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! We loved the open space and the sun porch. The kitchen had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. This was perfect for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

margaret r.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay. Tastefully decorated home. Better than photos. 1 block to beach. Just lovely
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Erica F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing amazing amazing!! Close to beach, house has everything you need... perfect little spot with private beach and beautiful sunsets. Family friendly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Another great stay at the Owls Nest

This is my second time visiting the Owls Nest and it was once again wonderful. Great amenities, location and host. Hope to stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

christine m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location. The supplies left for a fun beach experience were much appreciated. The beds and pillows were very comfortable. We would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Genevieve J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a lovely place to stay for a Michigan beach vacation! This is our second time staying here as a family and we just love it. Very close walk to the beach, Red Arrow Roadhouse, Coffee shop. Ample space for sleeping and lounging and lots of beach equipment to use. Great for families but would also be nice for couples/friends vacation. We are looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our third year staying at this property and we hope to return. The location is superb -- a short walk to the beach and an easy drive to excellent restaurants. The dedicated bike path along Hwy 12 provides safe biking for a respectable distance.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia R.

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

Owl’s Nest

Family friendly. Great location. Excellent communication with owner. We had a wonderful time.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Katie A.

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

Beach House Relaxation

Great weekend summer getaway
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew C.

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

Nice Spot

Very nice property in close proximity to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

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

Another great stay

This is our third summer staying at the Owls Nest. The layout is great, the location to the beach is a short walk and the owners are great with communication. Booking for next year already!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

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

Wonderful stay!

We had a great 2.5 day stay at Owls Nest with family. The house was clean, fully stocked with everything you could need or want and in a prime location, just a block to the beach. The beach was beautiful. Soft sand, clear blue water and private. We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to return next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Bekki S.

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

Perfectly Located and Well Stocked Beach Cabin

The owners have thought of everything at this cozy little beach cabin - extra blankets, beach towels, oodles of beach toys, beach chairs, movies, games, magazines, grilling equipment. It was a lovely cabin - the children especially enjoyed hanging out on the huge window seats in the sunshine and walking the short block down to the beach. Great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

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

Perfect family getaway

The house was perfect for our family and just a block away from the beach. It was clean and much bigger than I thought it would be. The teenagers enjoyed having their own space in the bunkhouse. We’ve already booked it again for next summer!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Caleb H.

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

Better than advertised

The photos don't do the space justice. Very comfortable and very clean. Had all the the things that a person could need in a vacation home for inside outside or the beach. Host was communicative but not overbearing. Absolutely plan to book again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alicia A.

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

Beautiful Home

The host went above and beyond, he had a delivery company bring out a new highchair and crib. The home is beautiful, the location is great. We had an amazing time and look forward to returning.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kristine L.

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

Hidden gem

Both the house and beach nearby are hidden gems. Already booked (for the third time!!) next summer. Thanks for a great, easy vacation.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth G.

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

Quiet, Relaxing Stay

The Owl's Nest is outfitted for complete relaxation in several settings -- great room, screen porch, front porch and fire pit. The location is ideal -- steps from the beach and the Whistle Stop provisioner. Union Pier and New Buffalo have several lovely restaurants and a unique weekend outdoor market at Skip's. Check out Robus with delicious chilled soups and salads. This was our second stay and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Will G.

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

Quiet and Convenient Stay by the Beach

Our family had a great weekend at the Owls Nest. The location is perfect. If you bring groceries, there is no need for a car. The beach is a short walk away (even with toddlers) and the restaurant at the end of the street is a great place to bring the kids too. The house is clean and spacious and had everything we needed, from beach chairs to Roku.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen K.

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

Great location, fun house

Short walk to the beach, and while the dune was a little steep coming up, it was still very manageable even with infants. Having the coffee shop at the end of the street was a fantastic bonus. We loved the covered porch and huge sun benches! Great for chatting and hanging out. Guest house was cute, probably best suited for teens and kids. Very clean with everything you could need, would stay again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dan H.

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

Beach Heaven

The Owls Nest is great on many levels. The house is very well stocked with supplies. Had every kitchen utensil we needed and lots of beach toys and furniture. A very short walk to the beach made it all the more enjoyable - you did not fret if you had to walk back to the house for anything. Martin is a great host and we hope to stay at the Owls Nest again someday.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023