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

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Living area
Beach
Living area
Living area
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Union Pier, Michigan
  • Gordon Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪13 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds and 1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

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

Aqua Sandy Squirrel

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 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 not allowed
- 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.

Property manager

Aqua Vacation Rentals
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Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
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

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

About the area

Union Pier

Union Pier is home to this holiday home. 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. Enjoy the area's slopes with skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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Union Pier, Michigan

What's nearby

  • Gordon Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Townline Beach - 3 min drive - 2.4 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 13 min drive - 11.5 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 8 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 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?

Checkout 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 holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Gordon Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

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

Girls Weekend

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

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

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

Great Trip!

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 Excellent

Rudabeh P.

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

Perfect location and great house!

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

10/10 Excellent

Laura R.

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

Book club get away

Great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence F.

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

Fantastic Union Pier home

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

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen R.

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

Fabulous Getaway

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 Excellent

Bryan H.

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

Perfect

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

10/10 Excellent

Missy F.

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

Annivesary

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

10/10 Excellent

Caroline S.

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

Stop scrolling and book this amazing home!

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 Excellent

Elizabeth H.

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

Perfect location and beautiful home!

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 Excellent

ingrid s.

Beautiful Home and Beach

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 Excellent

Douglas F.

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

Summertime Stay

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
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10/10 Excellent

robert n.

Great

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 Excellent

Rawn R.

Pleasant Home Near Beach & Coffee

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
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10/10 Excellent

Brandi H.

Super Sandy Squirrel

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.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Enjoyed the stay

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

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