Welcome to Elephant Walk, a dog-friendly haven walkable to the beach and town, perfect for group retreats. The compound features multiple gathering spots both indoors and outdoors, ensuring ample privacy while offering 4 spacious bedrooms in the Main House and 5 cozy cottages with full kitchens.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
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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.
1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly
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.
**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:
Cottage 2 is a great cottage, quaint with ample space for 2-3 guests. Drivers park on the street in front of house.
• 1 Bedroom Queen • 1 Queen Sofa Bed in Living Room • 1 Bath • Cable TV • Free wi-fi internet • Air Conditioning. Central Heating • Back patio shared with cottage 1 • Large shared front yard with cottage 1 • 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 amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Ski
Snowboarding nearby
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Games
TV with cable 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
Area rugs in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
Things to do
Arcade/game room
Snow sports gear
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
Water tubing 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)
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
Rules
-Pls bring own paper towels, toilet ppr, garbage bags. We provide starters only. No Saturday check outs ever! Cleaners don't work on Saturdays.
- Well behaved dogs are welcome, must adhere to pet waiver and must pay $100 pet fee at check out.
- 7 night rentals, Fri-Fri,last week of June-mid Aug, unless week is already broken up.Email for exceptions for large gps. 2 or 3 nt min other times
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
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 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
About the neighborhood
Located in Union Pier, this vacation home is near theme parks and near the beach. Vickers Theatre and Hesston Steam Museum are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve. Traveling with kids? Consider Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. Take in the nearby slopes with snowboarding, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating, sledding, and snowmobiling. Visit our Union Pier travel guide
Is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly 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?
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?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly located?
This family-friendly Union Pier vacation home is located near the beach, 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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1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly Reviews
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Loved the cottage and being so close to Lake Michigan. Great location for restaurants, hikes shopping.
Cathy C.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Francesca
27 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Came for a weekend wedding to beautiful Michigan and had the absolute best time at this spot! The space was clean and safe, the bed was SO comfy! Cannot wait to come back!
Cute, cozy and comfy cottage. Perfect for our weekend getaway. Bed was very comfortable which is a major plus! Would love to return in the summer to enjoy the beautiful beach!
We traveled to Union Pier for a family reunion. This property was conveniently located, close to other family members and close to the lake. It was a perfect place to return to for comfort and privacy. The cottage is very clean, the bed is comfortable, and everything we needed was provided. We loved it!
Cute and cozy but definitely on the small side. Very close to highway and train tracks, could hear both. The location is a 10 to 15 minute walk to the beach. The beach is beautiful! Our host, Erica was attentive and easy to communicate with. A great place to stay.
Such a cute place!
We ran into some hiccups upon arrival (no heat / no internet). Erica was super responsive - both issues were quickly resolved. The rest of our stay was absolutely comfortable and enjoyable. We recommend this place for all seasons!
Overall, this was just we needed. Lake Michigan is our favorite to rest and relax. We were also heading into Chicago from the Detroit Suburbs, so this is a great stop if you want to break up the trip. The lake was a short distance away with lots of shore to walk on, the neighborhood was charming and a restaurant was right around the corner.
The only thing of note, is to check your coffee maker. I had to push on cord in back to get it to turn on and it did. Otherwise, it was a comfy rest for us. Thanks so much for the accommodations. We may definitely make this a stop on our way to Chicago again.
Cottage was very nice and had everything we needed but wasn’t quite big enough for 3 of us. It was pretty cramped when we did want to just chill or play a game. It would’ve been a great place for just my husband and I for a getaway. We were blessed with great weather so we really went and did stuff each day all day. It was nice and close also to the beach which was stunning. The whole complex does not have great internet either we never could stay connected if that’s important to you if you have work to do or even want to watch a movie on your personal fire stick. Wonderful place to unplug though. The owners were available also if needed. Cute quaint cottage!!
Great beach house with plenty to do in walking distance. Very accommodating hosts who were quick to reply to any questions. Can’t wait to visit in the summer
This is the second time we've stayed here. Rented another cottage within the property for other family members and it worked perfectly! Brought our dogs and they loved the place, too!
After a very stressful year or so my husband and I just needed away, this cottage was just what we needed! Erica and Freddie were the best as well! Definitely want to go back!
Beautiful little cottage in quiet neighborhood. Short walk to the beach. Enjoyed a bike ride, the sunsets and the fire pit in the back yard. Two great days of relaxation in Union Pier. Thanks Erica
Kirk B.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021
Verified
6/10 Okay
Manuela G.
16 January 2025
Liked: Communication
Unterkunft war sehr einfach
Ich war ca. 6 Tage in der Unterkunft. Es hätte etwas sauberer sein können und ich hatte zwei Tage kein warmes Wasser. Ich habe es zwar reklamiert, aber es dauerte dann noch gute eineinhalb Tage, bis das Wasser wieder war war. Aber nur zum Übernachten wars ok.