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2025 OPEN Bright & airy home w/Private Assoc Beach Scrnd Porch Fire pit

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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, computer monitors
Terrace/patio

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer

About this property

Entire place

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

2025 OPEN Bright & airy home w/Private Assoc Beach Scrnd Porch Fire pit

**Please note when booking through VRBO the host fee includes the cleaning fee, damage waiver fee and booking fee.**

Please read before booking: 2025 OPEN
**Minimum age requirement of 30 years old
**Signed guest agreement required
**Events, parties and large gatherings are strictly prohibited and could incur fines by local municipalities or removal from property

Please be sure to check out all of Aqua Vacation Rentals 20+ properties located in Southwest Michigan! Our properties are listed on multiple booking sites and rates may vary.
Please be sure to read all policies before booking.

Aqua Sandy Squirrel is located in Union Pier just 2 blocks from Whistle Stop and 2 blocks from the Luna/Gowdy Private Association Beach. This home features 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, a large screened porch, loft with two desks and monitors and a fire pit. As you enter the home you experience the openness of the space, it's brightness and beautiful colors. The living room has plenty of space to lounge while someone is preparing a meal. There's a large dining table and island that allows for 12 guests to dine together. Enjoy a cup of coffee or glass of wine from the coffee/wine bar located next to the island. Just outside the dining room is a large screened porch with lounge seating and a dining table. This is an amazing space and you will likely spend much of your time here! The main floor has three bedrooms. One primary suite with a full bath that features a walk in shower. The second and third bedroom both have queen beds. The laundry room is also on the main floor. Upstairs in the loft there are two desks with monitors available in case you have to work (but not too much because you have to go to the beach). The fourth bedroom and rec room are located on the second floor. As you enter the room there's a bathroom with walk in shower, a large room to hang out and watch TV, play games or just relax and a bedroom with a queen bed and two twin beds. The backyard features a fire pit, swing and outdoor shower. This home is located just blocks from the Luna/Gowdy Private Association Beach and blocks to Whistle Stop and Red Arrow Road House.

Please note: In lieu of a Refundable Damage Deposit (providing a credit card for damages), Aqua charges a non-refundable fee (included in the quote before booking) which provides up to $1500 of coverage towards unintentional rental property damages. Also travel insurance is optional.
Payments-50% down upon booking and final payment due 4 weeks prior to your arrival. May vary per listing site.

Policies
- All Guests required to sign and return our Guest Occupancy Agreement.
- Minimum age of 30 years old to rent.
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- Maximum car parking- 3- absolutely no street parking
- No smoking
- NO Pets allowed
- Events, parties and large gatherings are strictly prohibited
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- In lieu of a Refundable Damage Deposit, Aqua charges a non-refundable fee which provides up to $1500 of coverage towards unintentional rental property damages.
CANCELLATION POLICY: Policy may vary per booking channel. NO REFUNDS are given if the cancellation is received less than 60 days prior to the agreed upon arrival date. Agent will make reasonable efforts to rebook. All cancellations must be in writing and delivered to Agent by mail or email. There is no refund for early departure.

Property manager

Aqua Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • 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

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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 not allowed

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, a first aid kit, 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

Property is also known as

2958-250506

About the neighborhood

Map
Union Pier, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Gordon Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 9 min drive - 8.7 km
  • Townline Beach - 10 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 41 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
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 2025 OPEN Bright & airy home w/Private Assoc Beach Scrnd Porch Fire pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 2025 OPEN Bright & airy home w/Private Assoc Beach Scrnd Porch Fire pit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 2025 OPEN Bright & airy home w/Private Assoc Beach Scrnd Porch Fire pit?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 2025 OPEN Bright & airy home w/Private Assoc Beach Scrnd Porch Fire pit located?

Situated in Union Pier, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 15 minutes.

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2025 OPEN Bright & airy home w/Private Assoc Beach Scrnd Porch Fire pit Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

Property was immaculate. The location is perfect, short walk to the beach with plenty of beach towels and chairs.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10

Great property, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10

The house was amazing! Clean, specious, and great amenities!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10

This house was a special spot-- a fantastic home, fully stocked kitchen, a wonderful screened in porch and a lovely front porch. It is a short walk to a beautiful stretch of beach. It was a lovely spot for a family reunion (three couples), spacious, stocked with everything that you could need (games, beach chairs, umbrella). Easy to take walks, bike rides and not far from Union Pier restaurants and bakery! We had a great week!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Absolutely perfect! You walk into a pillar of sunshine to a large and cozy family room w. a well stocked kitchen, screened in porch & small outside w. firepit. Rooms are spacious & bathrooms plenty! Walk to beach, Whistle Stop! Book this now. You won’t be sorry!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

We loved our trip to Union pier and our stay in this home! It was perfect for a girls trip with 7 women, everyone with their own place to sleep and plenty of spots to gather and hang out. The beach was an easy walk away. The hosts stocked everything we could have needed and check out was by far one of the easiest processes I’ve had. We would definitely come back if we were to visit the area again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The house is just as you see it in the photos. Beautiful and Very well-maintained. Based on renting for 20 years and having previous issues, here are my comments: Wifi and air-conditioning worked well. Beds were very comfortable. Kitchen fully stocked. House has no bad smells. Ceiling fans throughout which was nice. Screened-in porch is great usable space with lots of seating. Extra mini-fridge for drinks was huge! My college kids loved the loft area and we couldn't hear them as they watched their late night movies. Short walk to the private beach. Great lighting for jigsaw puzzles. We really enjoyed the house and the beach. My only concern for future rentals would be parking. They have a strict 3 car parking policy which was a daily burden - my family alone had 4 cars at different times (kids going back to Indiana to work) and my kids had friends coming for a day or two. We had to keep moving cars into New Buffalo. I completely understand that they want to make sure there are no parties but for a large family with young adults, we wish we had more flexibility in the parking situation. I would definitely recommend this house, aqua vacation rentals, and this location.

10/10

The house was just as advertised and was immaculate when we arrived. Communication was terrific; prompt and thorough. The house was spacious. The upstairs was great for three very active children. There's a TV area that we used just a little, the family room table was ideal for games and puzzles, and the kitchen was big enough to allow us to prepare several different meals at once. (The picky eaters and folks with allergies to this and that appreciated the convenience. Plus, the bedrooms were quiet. One of our family had to work part of each day and she was able to set up on the porch for Zoom calls and other remote events. The Internet speed was more than sufficient. It is a one block walk to a terrific little coffee/bakery shop and there's another within walking distance as well. The beach is very convenient and it was wonderful. A public beach is just a bit farther and we went there for the spectacular sunsets. The outdoor shower is excellent and feels more private than most. Do yourself a favor and spend a little time enjoying the rocking chairs on the front porch. The front garden is lush with flowers and it attracts butterflies -- including Monarchs. A perfect place to enjoy your morning beverage or a quiet moment in the evening. The check out was fast and easy, thanks to a clear and concise list that's provided. We would absolutely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10

Property was awesome; Stay was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: everything was nice, clean, spacious, well done
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We very much enjoyed our stay at Sandy Squirrel. Less than 1 block to access a wide sandy beach and about the same distance to a coffee shop and a neighboring favorite restaurant. The house itself was clean and inviting with several areas for gathering. We're looking forward to staying again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

My family of 6 adults and 2 friends thoroughly enjoyed this house. Beautifully decorated, spacious and real beds for 10. Fully stocked kitchen, washer and dryer, clean and bright. Plenty of indoor, outdoor and porch seating and eating areas. 3 bathrooms and an outdoor shower, very luxurious. Beautiful landscaping and beach access. Would definitely stay again, bravo!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a fantastic experience with Aqua Vacations and the rental property. The property was spotless and had everything we needed for a week's vacation at the beach. The location was perfect and the beach access was close and absolutely gorgeous. The three-season porch was perfect for gathering in the evenings. Be sure to read the emailed check-in instructions as we found bringing heavier blankets very helpful.

10/10

We loved staying here! The house is spacious and clean and has lots of nice touches, super well-equipped. Private beach a block away is amazing! We will be back. Also hosts were super communicative and easy to reach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024