At this cottage you'll be within just a 5-minute stroll of Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum and within 15 minutes of Lake Michigan. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A living room, a private garden and a coffee/tea maker are also available.
St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Local - 6 min drive - 5.7 km
Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 12 min drive - 10.5 km
Getting around
New Buffalo Station - 7 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 45 min drive
Restaurants
The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - 13 min drive
McDonald's - 7 min drive
Four Winds Sports Bar - 13 min drive
Timbers at Four Winds Casino - 14 min drive
The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - 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.
UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND!
3 Bedrooms, 2 Baths, Sleeps 6
Three Night Summer Minimum!
Claddagh Cottage is a charming cottage in the heart of Union Pier. This cottage features 3 bedrooms; one on the main floor with a queen, and two bedrooms upstairs, one with a queen and the other with two twins. This cottage has two full bathrooms; one on each floor. The décor is tastefully simple, with clean lines and pops of color throughout. This cottage features a flat screen TV in the Living Area, a gas fireplace, outdoor hot tub (OPEN YEAR-ROUND!), and a large comfortable yard with a fire-pit. Within walking distance to the charming shops of Union Pier; Union Pier Market & Milda’s Corner Market. And let's not forget Blackcurrant Bakery for your morning coffee & pastries. Union Pier restaurants are also close by; Frankie's & Casual Chef Café. Located in Union Pier approx. 6-7 blocks to the Townline Rd public beach access.
**All Guests required to sign and return our Guest Occupancy Agreement.
**Minimum age of 25 years old to rent.
**Maximum two car parking.
Property manager
Bluefish Vacation Rentals
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Beautiful woodsy setting a 10 minute walk to the beach!
Beautiful woodsy setting a 10 minute walk to the beach!
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
Unit size: 1,038 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25
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 are welcome
Service animals 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
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 professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.
Property is also known as
Charming Cottage Heart Union Pier House
Charming Cottage Heart Union Pier
Charming Cottage Heart Union Pier House
Charming Cottage Heart Union Pier
Charming Cottage Heart
Charming Cottage in the Heart of Union Pier! Union Pier
Charming Cottage in the Heart of Union Pier
Charming Cottage Heart House
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND!?
Yep, UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND! is a short 12-minute walk from Union Pier Beach.
Does UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND! have a pool?
No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.
What luxury perks are available at UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND!?
This property features 1 hot tub, as well as a fireplace and a private yard.
What makes UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND! a romantic place to stay?
1 hot tub and fireplaces help set the scene for a sizzling getaway at UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND!.
Is there a private hot tub at UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND!?
Yep, there is a hot tub.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND!?
No, UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND! does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND!?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
UNION PIER HOME WITH PRIVATE HOT TUB OPEN YEAR-ROUND! Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 31 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 31 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 31 reviews
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9.8/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Lisa R., Chicago, IL
1 Dec 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Thanksgiving peace
This was a beautiful place away from holiday hubbub. Thank you.
Lisa R.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill W.
12 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Sister getaway
Had a great experience here! Everything was as described and there were lots of fun extras! Within walking distance to the markets and less than ten minutes to new buffalo. Would come back!
Jill W.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Marilyn B.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Cottage
Clean, well appointed cottage. Nice lay-out for families!
Marilyn B.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
April M.
24 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
The best place we have stayed at in Union Pier!
This place was just as advertised, impeccably clean and super convenient to the beach and areas in town. We LOVED our stay - the quiet street, kind and friendly neighbors that live there regularly and the cottage had everything we needed to feel at home. We would 100% recommend and will likely be back next year!
April M.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
8/10 Good
Amy S., Cincinnati, OH
12 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Lake retreat
Great lake cottage, nice rooms , yard and hot tub. Would give it 5 stars if had a screened in porch. A few hooks in the mud room would be a good addition to hang beach towels and swimsuits! Love Union Pier!!
Amy S.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jill O.
29 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
The other side of the Lake
We were so pleased to be able to stay in this adorable and cozy cottage that had everything we needed so that we could be near beaches and plenty of nature. We had fun spotting deer and turkeys in the yard. The kitchen was stocked to cook a meal and we really enjoyed being able to grill. The clean and roomy hot tub was another great perk. Thank you for sharing your property!
Jill O.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Marisa R.
27 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach Weekend
We really enjoyed our stay! The location in Union Pier is great for walking to a delicious bakery in the mornings and with a slightly longer walk you are directly at the beach. We spent a lot of time in the lovely yard, which has everything you need for eating outside, playing yard games, and making a nice fire in the evening. Highly recommend!
Marisa R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Kate F.
4 Jan 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Exactly as pictured, great for weekend getaway
We loved our stay here. The town was adorable and it was a perfect weekend getaway. The house was exactly as pictured. Kitchen/bathrooms are well stocked
Kate F.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Cynthia C.
8 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
As lovely as advertised
This place was exactly as advertised. The pics are accurate as is the description. The location is on a quiet street which was nice. The tres made it seem very private. Most importantly it was extremely clean. I have severe allergies and it's rare for me to stay somewhere new and not have at least a mild reaction, but here I had none. Would definitely recommend this property and rental company.
Cynthia C.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2021
6/10 Okay
Bernadette H., Chicago
4 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location--horrible bed
Pros: the location, the wonderful hot tub, the beautiful big yard with fire pit.
Cons: the bed downstairs dipped in the middle several inches and was topped with a foam topper that helped nothing. So old and soft. Pls get a good bed for your guests. We had horrible nights sleep each night. And that makes for very crappy getaway.
The house had nothing. We have stayed in many rentals in Michigan that are well appointed, like the place just next door to the north of this house, which was booked :(. This house is clean, but not cozy. In living rm exposed base board heating looked terrible--made the place look really dumpy. Just remove it or cover it.
Also, house not well appointed. This house had nothing. No olive oil, no spices, no shampoo, no conditioner, no soap to shower. A majority of places provide that and have something in the kitchen. We have stayed in two other places during the pandemic that had plenty of stuff in the cabinets, even coffee! Most places have dispensers affixed to the shower wall with the shower basics. The ad didn't mention the need to bring your own shampoo or soap to shower.
The t.v. was old and had poor visual.
It seems that rental homes managed by the owners are well appointed, well kept and decorated vs the ones where the owners are hands off, dont ever come to stay, and have a co. doing it.
We could overlook all of the cons, but not the bed. We won't be renting this place again for that reason. When we go away for a break we need to sleep comfortably. That's #1 part of a nice getaway.
Bernadette H.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Zoe P.
28 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing getaway close to Chicago
Super clean and friendly space. Our family enjoyed the large yard, fires, and hot tub. Easy walk to coffee shop in town, walkable to town beach. Loved the proximity to Warren Dunes via a short drive. Loved watching dear and wild turkey wander through the yard. We are very cautious about cleanliness these days due to covid, this place was spotless!
Zoe P.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Adam B.
21 Mar 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay for relaxation and close to tons of fun for the family. Hot tub was great!
Loved the hot tub and being close to the lake and some state parks. We loved exploring the sand dunes and the overall hiking in the state parks.
Adam B.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
10/10 Excellent
Tyler H.
6 Jan 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
This was the perfect place to be to escape the city for a long weekend. Property was clean and as described in the listing. Management was responsive to any questions we had. Cant wait for the next time we can come visit!
Tyler H.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Darcie M.
14 Dec 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Slice of Heaven
Charming cottage under swaying pine trees. Deers visited, the train zipped passed, the fireplace crackled. All was perfect!
Darcie M.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
6/10 Okay
Stephanie F., Chicago, IL
9 Dec 2020
Disliked: Cleanliness
Some Improvements & Updates Would Go a Long Way in This House!
Stayed here for a long weekend with four friends. Overall the house worked for our needs but we did have some things we wish had been improved.
Clean bathrooms, nice showers, good water pressure. Beds were comfy, linens could use replacing. Kitchen was well worn, almost all utensils, equipment and cookware needs replacing. The living room did not feel clean to us at all - the couch, chairs and tables were all dusty and dirty and in need of replacing.
The heat was hard to balance - we were cold downstairs and hot upstairs. The fireplace would have helped make it cozy but we had a hard time keeping it from getting smoky in the house. We think the flu could be cleaned to improve this.
We did not find the train to be noticeable at all - and when we did hear, it was not annoying. Neighborhood was almost silent, especially for five Chicagoans ha.
Some quick and easy updates that would make a huge difference would be to add some pillows and throws in the living room (there wasn't one in the whole house!) for lounging, add a motion light outside near the hot tub to make getting in and out safer and add some additional hooks in all the bedrooms and bathrooms for hanging clothes, towels, suits, etc. We counted 44 empty drawers in the house but little to no easy storage such as hooks for the six people staying in the house.
Overall would maybe stay again if some improvements and updates were made and house got a deep clean.
Stephanie F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
10/10 Excellent
Beth W.
10 Nov 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
very easy to work with. very clean. watched deer cross the property.
Cute cottage. They did a great job. Liked the colors.
Beth W.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
10/10 Excellent
katie g.
21 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute bungalow close to everything!
We were very pleased with the cleanliness and accommodations of the house. No one mentions the train tracks directly behind the house that have a pretty robust schedule but it was entertaining for our 8 year old son. Loved the hot tub and all the yard and indoor games to play. Thanks to the hosts!
katie g.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Patrick D.
16 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Fall Break Getaway to Southwest Michigan
We absolute enjoyed our stay at the Claddagh Cottage in Union Pier. In fact, the moment we arrived, there were a family of deer to greet us in the neighbor's front yard. The house was beautifully remodeled, tastefully decorated and had all the amenities we needed including a fire pit, hot tub and grill. The location was convenient and just a short walk or bike ride to the corner market, bakery or beach. We were close to attractions in New Buffalo, Union Pier, Sawyer and more. The property management team provided a handy binder with helpful information on things to do and where to eat in the area - very helpful. From our comfortable location, we made quick trips to Warren Dunes, Twin Maples Orchard, Greenbush Brewery, New Buffalo Beach, the Swedish Bakery, and much more. Kudos to the cleaning team too as the Cottage was very clean and orderly. A great stay and a place we would consider returning to next year. Thanks.
Patrick D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
10/10 Excellent
Sean K.
12 Oct 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cottage rental
Very happy with the rental. Great location and very large yard. Great for the kids. Cottage had a few nice updates as well. Would definitely rent again.
Sean K.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2020
8/10 Good
Cindy G.
8 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Cindys review
Everything was nice my only suggestion is that the couch might want to be cleaned but everything else was lovely highly recommend it
Cindy G.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Nicholas S.
1 Jan 2020
Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
Great little home, was perfect for two families of three. Perfect room
upstairs for the kids and two nice sized rooms for the parents. Hot tub was the biggest hit!
Nicholas S.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
8/10 Good
Kelly K., South Bend, IN
31 Oct 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Fall weekend getaway
Great location, and nice big yard.
Kelly K.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
10/10 Excellent
Andrea H., Chicago, IL
3 Sept 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and Comfortable
We were a group of four friends visiting from Chicago over Labor Day. We found the house charming, well appointed and comfortable. The beds were very comfortable (as was the couch for an afternoon nap), and we found the kitchen well-stocked with the items we needed to cook several meals for ourselves. One note - The house is in a wooded area, so as would be expected, there are some creepy-crawlies both outside and inside the house, so if you are an arachnophobe, bring bug spray! Check-in and check-out were a breeze, thanks to a lockbox on the door. I missed an email that went into my junk folder the day of check-in so called the office and the person I spoke with was friendly and helpful. I'd definitely recommend this property to others.
Andrea H.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jennifer P.
8 Aug 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location for our Family Getaway
The cottage was perfect for our long weekend. We were walking distance to everything we needed - store, bakery, and beach! Our family enjoyed the hot tub and fire pit and large back yard in the evenings after the beach. We would definitely rent here again!
Jennifer P.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2019
10/10 Excellent
Jodi K.
26 July 2019
Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful cottage !
This cottage was fabulous! Very clean and decorated so well. Comfy beds ! Amazing hot tub!