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Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit

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Living area
Beach
Beach
Terrace/patio
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130.1 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Lakeside, MI
  • Gordon Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪18 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

4 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit

The Gatehouse on Orchard Beach

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With a gorgeous top-to-bottom renovation that was completed in 2020 and sporting new updates for 2023, this lakefront cottage in the heart of historic Lakeside is truly one of a kind. This modern home is situated on a mid-size bluff above Orchard Beach, a wide, 80-foot stretch of sand that's shared by association members only at the north end of a long, walkable beach on a natural cove of Lake Michigan. Enjoy access to a private beach cabana, with easy access to chairs, umbrellas, and beach toys to make your excursions on the shores truly memorable.

This contemporary home is full of style and natural light, offering new appliances and fixtures throughout, an open and airy great room, and a fully equipped kitchen with an extra-large island and stainless steel appliances - all of which contribute to the authentic, beach-house ambience. Come home from the lakeshore each afternoon to rinse off the sand in the refreshing outdoor shower, get the gas grill going on the raised deck, or simply play with your kids in the spacious yard. Leave your swimsuits to spin in the private washer/dryer, and spend the evening hours telling stories in the warmth of the firepit outside.

THINGS TO KNOW
There are 60 stairs leading down to the beach.
An outdoor shower is available.
Four beach chairs are provided.
Board games and a yard bag game are provided.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan, LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 2 vehicles.

Please note: this home resides in a noise-sensitive area and the owners participate in our Good Neighbor protection program. Our smart home technology will alert our team if excessive decibel or occupancy levels are detected, allowing us to reach out directly with a reminder of maximum occupancy and quiet hours. This technology is privacy compliant, and only monitors the presence of decibels and devices-not any personal conversation or information. Thank you for supporting our efforts to be good neighbors!

Damage waiver: The total cost of your reservation for this Property includes a nightly damage waiver fee, plus tax if applicable (the “Damage Waiver”). (A discount may be applied for stays of 28 nights or longer, if permitted.) The Damage Waiver covers you for up to $3,000 of accidental damage to the Property or its contents (such as furniture, fixtures, and appliances) as long as you report the incident to the host prior to checking out. The Damage Waiver fee eliminates the need for a traditional security deposit.
More information can be downloaded from the "Rental Agreement" on the checkout page.

Due to local laws or HOA requirements, guests must be at least 25 years of age to book. Guests under 25 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for the duration of the reservation.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan
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Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Beach view

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.
For information about quiet hours, please refer to the listing description.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Lakeside

Located in Lakeside, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Warren Dunes State Park. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Lakeside, MI

What's nearby

  • Gordon Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Local - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 14 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Fully-renovated lakefront home with beach cabana, association beach, & firepit located?

Nestled on the beach, this Lakeside holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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8/10 Good

Katrina B.

Convenient, compact beach access

Easy access to the beach, cabana super convenient.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Pete M.

Family Michigan Stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Gatehouse. The space was perfect for our family of 5.
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10/10 Excellent

Mark M.

Lakeside Michigan Gatehouse on the Beach

Everything that you need to have a relaxing vacation near Lake Michigan on costal southwest Michigan.

8/10 Good

Gail B.

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

Fall Getaway

Everything was great.We had a very nice time. It was very clean. There was a slow drain in the master bathroom sink.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Kristen S.

Amazing getaway!

I stayed at The Gatehouse for a (much needed) solo pre-holiday get away. Everything was just perfect. The home has everything you need to relax, refresh, and recharge. The beach was impeccable, & the cabana was the perfect place to meditate for a bit. The home is fully stocked, SUPER clean, and the living room couch is unbelievably comfortable--I may have "accidentally" fallen asleep while reading on that couch! =) This stay was exactly what I needed to get ready for the holiday hustle & bustle. 10/10 recommend.
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8/10 Good

Joe S.

Great Location

We loved this little house. We loved the access to the beach and the little shack was perfect for hanging out. House was very quiet and comfortable. Not ideal for large groups though. No indoor dining area. Not enough cups for 8 people even though the house sleeps 8. And the kitchen is not stocked well. It was extremely difficult to cook for 8 people with one medium sized pot. Also not enough towels or dishwasher fluid.

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

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

Gate House Lakeside near Union Pier

Great property. As described. Everything done online - no property manager. Listing should state there is no cell phone service - it is a dead zone. Good internet connection. TV with Roku for those rainy days and lots of games. Cabana was private for the house and had a mini-fridge. Saved many trips up the stairs to the house. My family had a wonderful time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Heidi V.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Home was great and perfect location - vacasa was not helpful

I would totally give the property and location 5 stars, just as pictured! However, Vacasa was hard to get in touch with and did not provide timely communication and did not give details on the property. Really need a binder and local property manager especially with limited cell coverage until you sign into wifi. Also, because of fees for vacasa and vrbo, rental rates were a bit misleading. Paid additional 60% of rack rate in fees& taxes. …shocking.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Pete M.

Family Michigan Stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Gatehouse. The space was perfect for our family of 5.
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10/10 Excellent

Pete M.

Family Michigan Stay

Thoroughly enjoyed our time at the Gatehouse. The space was perfect for our family of 5.
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6/10 Okay

janet F.

Love to the location, lovely spot. The home was very cute, nicely equipped and clean... I do have...

Love to the location, lovely spot. The home was very cute, nicely equipped and clean... I do have two complaints: 1. It was never mentioned that the home is right next to a very busy walking path to the lake, so you don't have much privacy...2. The bath sinks are tiny and clogged--I get that they are small spaces but boy, you really can't do anything in those sinks without making a mess on the floor so I would suggest providing rugs, but mostly unclog those sinks. It's kind of gross. For the money per night, sinks should run freely.
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10/10 Excellent

Vynette B.

Beautiful Lake Michigan

We loved our stay at the Gatehouse. The house was open and comfortable and had a great deck and yard. The beach and lake were the best part of our stay. What a gorgeous place!!

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Shaw

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

Family celebrations

Really enjoyed our stay at this property. The beach access was perfect and the outdoor seating was nice. This was our first time visiting this area of Michigan and we plan to return. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Kristen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, listing accuracy

The house is gorgeous and great location. There are a lot of steps to get to the beach.

Beautiful property.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
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8/10 Good

Daniel G.

Beachside in Michigan

Overall, the house is new, clean, and very cozy. It’s a small property, only 1 suite, there’s no real room for food storage (no pantry), so it’s tricky to have a larger group you need to feed. The only downsides, besides the size, are: 1) that the beach access for all the public is right next to your front door, so you hear people all day going up and down to and from the beach. 2) there are no window treatments to be used in the bedrooms. You will wake up with the sun. 3) the beach itself is a couple hundred yards from the back porch, and you will have to go down 50-60 steps in a wooden staircase. If you have elderly folks joining you, this could be a deal breaker. All in all, it’s a nice property for 1-2 couples at most.

10/10 Excellent

Vijay R., Carmel

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

Fall break

We enjoyed our stay! It is an old house, but has been nicely renovated. The house was very clean, beds were comfortable, and location was terrific with easy access to a secluded beach. Kitchen was well stocked! Check in and check out we’re also very easy. Beach chairs and an exterior shower along with several board games were also a nice bonus. We would definitely stay here again when back in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021
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8/10 Good

Haley D.

great stay!

Loved this nice, clean, well appointed house for our week stay at the beach. Easy access to beach, great kitchen, loved the outdoor shower and large backyard.
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10/10 Excellent

Ann L.

5 stars.

The Gatehouse was a perfect place to spend a few weeks this summer! The house is nicely decorated, very clean, and beds were comfortable. We enjoyed spending our days on the beautiful beach and watching the sunsets every night. Kids loved the bunk room and the deck was the perfect place to grill out at the end of each day. Thank you so much for the wonderful stay! We hope to return soon!

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