Close To Beach ~ Private Lovely Pool ~ Family-Friendly Vacation Getaway!
House in Chikaming Township, MI
9 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
About this house rental
3 bedroom home with a nice in-ground pool located in Union Pier, Michigan only 90 minutes from Chicago in the heart of Harbor Country. Lake Ave Retreat is 400 steps to a nice sandy beach on the sunset shore of Lake Michigan. The home has central air conditioning. The 3 bedroom, 2 bath home can sleep 9 guests comfortably. Has a modern kitchen with a dishwasher. The outdoors has a nice double deck overlooking the in-ground pool and a hot tub on the lower deck. Plenty of outdoor furniture with dining tables and a nice gas grill. Includes TV's, cable and wireless internet.
Lake Ave Retreat has plenty of room to spend together or privately for reading, sunbathing or other activities. Located in the heart of Harbor Country, Lake Ave Retreat is just minutes to local restaurants, or visit nearby farmers market butcher shop, bakeries to create your own feast. Check out local brews at the Round Barn or wine tasting at St. Jullian's. Hunt for treasures at Harbor Country antique shops, rent bikes, canoes, kayaks for nearby rivers.
There are always many ways to enjoy your vacation at Lake Ave Retreat.
Lake Ave Retreat has plenty of room to spend together or privately for reading, sunbathing or other activities. Located in the heart of Harbor Country, Lake Ave Retreat is just minutes to local restaurants, or visit nearby farmers market butcher shop, bakeries to create your own feast. Check out local brews at the Round Barn or wine tasting at St. Jullian's. Hunt for treasures at Harbor Country antique shops, rent bikes, canoes, kayaks for nearby rivers.
There are always many ways to enjoy your vacation at Lake Ave Retreat.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
Hot tub or spa
TV
Garden
Map of Chikaming Township, MI
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Ratings and reviews
10.0 / 10.0
Amazing location walking distance to McKinley and Townline beaches. Backyard pool and hot tub have us other options for cooler/breezier days. The decor is quite dated but property is clean with great spaces!!
10.0 / 10.0
Great backyard. Good space inside.
8.0 / 10.0
We enjoyed our stay very much- house is as described- pool was A plus with kids and adults, and we were a 5 minute walk to two different lovely public beaches on the lake. Easy walk to the store and bakery. Beds in grown up rooms firm and linens fresh (bunk room was comfy for the younger ones). Kitchen suitable. Big living and dining room. Nice table on deck, gas grill an Aplus - cleanest I’ve ever seen a rental grill. Cooked all meals on it.
Two small quibbles: Wi-Fi and internet were limited- not sure why, but more than 2 people on it at once slowed it to a crawl. Also, the trash piled up, due to an apparent schedule issue with the collector- it was disappointing to have the trash bins in front of the house all week. Owner was great at communicating and I know was trying to solve. We had a good time overall and would return.
10.0 / 10.0
Our family had a great time in Michigan. This was our first time staying in Union Pier so we were unfamiliar with the area before arriving. We were in extremely easy walking distance to 3 public beaches, the closest right down the street. Our baby who is still “iffy” on lakes loved to be in the pool.
We were able to walk to breakfast every morning with a handful of options.
The house was roomy with all the necessities, had TVs in every bedroom and the grill was used every night.
We were very happy with our stay, as the location was absolutely amazing and so was the pool.
10.0 / 10.0
We loved the house! it was perfect for our two family with kids and dog. Great proximity to the beach and restaurants. Can’t wait to go back.!
10.0 / 10.0
This cottage is a gem in a beautiful area with easy and private beach access. The house was stocked with the essentials for cooking, and they provided lots of towels for bathing. Everything was clean and tidy. The backyard is an oasis! Very ideal spot to include dogs too. We had a wonderful stay and we’re already looking forward to our next visit!
10.0 / 10.0
love this place
We have come here year after year and love it. True cottage feel. Good spaces for eating, getting together both inside and out. The only thing that would make it perfect for us ( have one elderly and one handicapped family member) would be to convert the lbath in the back to change the tub to a walk-in shower).
10.0 / 10.0
A beautiful family vacation!
This vacation rental was perfect for our family. The house was perfectly clean and comfortable. The best part of it all was the amazing outdoor space with the pool and the hot tub! The owners were always available via text and took good care of us. We hope to come back again every year to enjoy our family vacation!
10.0 / 10.0
Now this is a vacation!
The home was spacious and welcoming. We found the short walk to the beach especially nice. The pool area was great and we spent a lot of time there. I especially loved the beautiful flowers. While we had next door neighbors on either side, you couldn’t see them and made it feel more secluded. The grill and kitchen were great. I always bring an extra large pot to cook a boil, but that was the only thing missing. There was no need to improvise or buy anything, wonderful! My family will be back!!!
10.0 / 10.0
Nice October get a way
Most of the house was updated with lots of amenities. Outdoor area in the backyard was awesome with the pool, hot tub, & nice seating area. The bathrooms could use some updating and some of the door ways did not open and close well. The living room furniture was very comfortable and provided many seats for our family. Overall, a very nice getaway & would rent again.
10.0 / 10.0
Very pleasant home and pool.
Plenty of room for a family. Excellent pool area. A relaxing stay and enjoyed the time in Union Pier. No complaints and would recommend this property.
10.0 / 10.0
Great house near the beach
Wonderful pool and huge deck. Brand new hot tub, only a short walk to a nearly private beach. House has just about everything you could want for fun in southwest Michigan.
10.0 / 10.0
A nice location.
We had a very nice stay here. It has quick access to a very nice beach that is semi private so it was never too crowded. The pool was very nice. It was a chilly week so we asked them to turn up the heat a bit and they had someone do this the very next day. The owner was very pleasant. The only negative comments would be it was not stocked with very many items so be sure to bring everything you need for cooking including sugar, flour, spices, oil, etc; and bring washcloths if you like to use them. They did provide many bath towels and have 2 washers & 3 dryers so that was very convenient. It is a very nice wooded area but with this you may want to wear bugspray if you will be out in the evening and keep an eye out for ticks. Overall we loved the stay and would return to this property again.
10.0 / 10.0
The house and back deck are so relaxing and welcoming this is our third time. Hope to come next year
Wonderful. Homey. Close to beach and town.
8.0 / 10.0
Great location. Wonderful deck, hot tub and heated pool for Lake Michigan vacation
Renting in early June, I thought a heated pool would be great for the grandkids and it was. Short walk to the beach (McKinley Rd) which was never crowded. Owner was responsive for questions. Huge private backyard.
8.0 / 10.0
Nice house. Deck and pool was great. Short walk to the beach
Rental was easy. House was clean and ready when we arrived.
10.0 / 10.0
Union Pier vacation house
We loved this house. It's perfect for the size of our group: two adults, four teens. It's clean, well stocked, and the location is nice: across the street from the lake, short walk to downtown Union Pier. The yard is huge and enclosed. Pool and jacuzzi are great. The owner is very responsive and helpful. Definitely will return.
5.0 / 10.0
I can't stress enough how nice this house is! The rooms are all so much bigger than they look in the pictures, and that back yard is MASSIVE. We had a group of three adults who stayed here as a "work from a different home" getaway. I'm really happy to report that the internet supported all three of us working and even videoing at the same time. The area is fantastic. I thought from the photos that we might be in a slightly crowded residential area and while we did have neighbors on both sides, there's so many trees that the property felt incredibly secluded. The beach is a really easy walk from the house. You're also a pretty close drive to hiking and other attractions. A few people have mentioned the Black Current Bakery and I'd love to throw in a mention for the Whistle Stop Grocery- we really liked our 40 minute round trip walk every morning for delicious coffees and pastries (it's about a 5 mintue drive). The kitchen had everything you'd want. I might suggest packing a few storage containers for leftovers, but otherwise was really well equipped. Bedrooms are all a good size with plenty of storage options. The back yard, as mentioned, is glorious. There's two grills in great condition, and plenty of room in the hot tub. There's also a fire pit and plenty of wood. We were too chilly to try the pool, but it looks pretty nice. One of my friends referred to the yard as "the country club!"I didn't need to communicate with Valery while there, but he was so helpful and quick to respond with a few questions I had while we were looking at the house. We received check-in instructions the day of our visit with plenty of time before we arrived.This truly was a wonderful week and such a nice house for a relaxing stay. I'd recommend it to anyone.
10.0 / 10.0
The Perfect Escape
I can't stress enough how nice this house is! The rooms are all so much bigger than they look in the pictures, and that back yard is MASSIVE.
We had a group of three adults who stayed here as a "work from a different home" getaway. I'm really happy to report that the internet supported all three of us working and even videoing at the same time.
The area is fantastic. I thought from the photos that we might be in a slightly crowded residential area and while we did have neighbors on both sides, there's so many trees that the property felt incredibly secluded. The beach is a really easy walk from the house. You're also a pretty close drive to hiking and other attractions. A few people have mentioned the Black Current Bakery and I'd love to throw in a mention for the Whistle Stop Grocery- we really liked our 40 minute round trip walk every morning for delicious coffees and pastries (it's about a 5 mintue drive).
The kitchen had everything you'd want. I might suggest packing a few storage containers for leftovers, but otherwise was really well equipped. Bedrooms are all a good size with plenty of storage options.
The back yard, as mentioned, is glorious. There's two grills in great condition, and plenty of room in the hot tub. There's also a fire pit and plenty of wood. We were too chilly to try the pool, but it looks pretty nice. One of my friends referred to the yard as "the country club!"
I didn't need to communicate with Valery while there, but he was so helpful and quick to respond with a few questions I had while we were looking at the house. We received check-in instructions the day of our visit with plenty of time before we arrived.
This truly was a wonderful week and such a nice house for a relaxing stay. I'd recommend it to anyone.
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous Fall Getaway
This house is very spacious. Backyard is a heavenly retreat with a very large pool and hot tub. Very private as well. We were there the first weekend in October and the pool was warm even though the outside temperatures were in the 50s. The beach is a short walk away. We would definitely recommend this home.
10.0 / 10.0
Terrific and relaxing stay.
The place is so easy and relaxing. Many spaces to be.
5.0 / 10.0
Great house for a family. It was child proof and close to lake.The grocery store was in walking distance.Plenty of towels.2 refrigerators, one by the pool.2 washers and dryersComfortable beds
10.0 / 10.0
Union Pier
Great house for a family. It was child proof and close to lake.
The grocery store was in walking distance.Plenty of towels.
2 refrigerators, one by the pool.
2 washers and dryers
Comfortable beds
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and amazing backyard
We loved our stay here. The house was a nice size. Val made sure we had all the kitchen tools and appliances we needed. Leading up to our trip Val was wonderful and quickly responded to all our emails. The location is perfect. Just a short walk to two public beaches. We walked into town a few times for breakfast from the black currant bakwry (highly recommend). The true treat was the yard and the pool. We spent a lot of time in the pool and hot tub and had many meals on the spacious and well covered back deck. We hope to come back in 2021.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location and excellent house!
We loved the pool and hot tub and the location to the beach. House was stocked with everything we needed, which made our vacation seamless. The house was very clean!
10.0 / 10.0
Wonderful Vacation
We had such a great time ! The house is so clean and the backyard is spectacular. The owner could not be more accommodating. I had a couple of questions (10) and the responses were prompt. I hope to return next year! The weather also cooperated. The sunsets are beautiful on the beach. My whole family had a great time.
10.0 / 10.0
great family get away
my family stayed here for a week and the kids had the best time since Covid!
the house is very spacious, clean, and the ranch style keeps everyone on the same floor.
kitchen was well equipped and having 2 refrigerators was ideal (one for the beverages!)
the backyard is very spacious and large tress around make you feel like you are in the woods. Large pool is a great for kids and adult fun.
the hot tub is icing on the cake.
great area in union pier many neighbors walk/run the path that the house is on. 2 public beach accesses 1-2 blocks away.
would stay the whole month if I could!
10.0 / 10.0
Thank you for another wonderful stay.
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Home is clean and comfortable with everything our family needs. The large pool was enjoyed by everyone, and the hot tub is an added bonus. The beach is still beautiful with plenty of room to play in the sand.
10.0 / 10.0
Awesome home and pool!
House is huge with plenty of room. Very clean. Pool was also clean and nice and warm for us. Pet friendly was nice with access to big yard. Valerie quick to respond and easy to work with. Everything that you need and close to groceries and restaurants. Perfect place.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location with everything you need to have a great time!
I just stayed this past weekend with my husband and 2 kids, as well as our friends and their 2 kids and we had a great time! The house is close to two beach entrances. There is an awesome breakfast place less than a mile away.
There were plenty of beds in the 3 bedrooms. There are two large tables to eat at. The living room and the kitchen are both very spacious. The best part is the backyard. Large, clean heated pool, lots of chairs. The hot tub was great, since it was kind of cold during our weekend. The gas grill was in great condition and we used that to cook dinner one night. The owners are great to work with and very accommodating.
Great things you may not think about:
The house is a ranch, so if you have little ones, you don’t have to worry about stairs. There is a basement, but you can close the door.
The house is mainly wood floors, so pets and kids are easy to clean up after.
We will be back next summer for sure!
10.0 / 10.0
Great house and pool. Very comfortable for all of us -- 6 adults and 3 small children.
Great property. Clean and comfortable. The pool and hot tub were enjoyed by us all and the walk to the beach is easy. I definitely recommend this property for any family looking for a relaxing vacation.
10.0 / 10.0
Fantastic rental home for families
Clean and spacious home had all of the amenities we needed for a weeklong summer vacation. The backyard with pool and hot tub were perfect. The short walk to the beach was also very easy and convenient with younger children.
8.0 / 10.0
Union Pier Family Home with a great pool near the beach
I love Union Pier. Val's home has a well equipped kitchen with dining area and food prep island. The bedrooms are nicely furnished as is the rest of the house. The pool is super with a big deck and elevated wood deck off the back of the home - very private too. Short walk to the beach too.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location, great pool & hot tub, clean
We had 3 adults and 3 kids stay here over the 4th of July. We fit very comfortably. The place is great. Very clean, well stocked with everything you’d need, fantastic pool, hot tub, deck and patio area. The beach is right down the street with two easy access points. The owners are readily available and extremely nice. I’d definitely recommend staying here.
6.0 / 10.0
Best Owner!
First and foremost the owner Valery was amazing and kind and accommodating! I can't emphasize this enough. The home is large enough to sleep many. The pool was great for grandkids and the walk to the beach pretty short. Some of the things I didn't care for, and I know the house in the middle of beautiful woods and is an old one: giant black ants roam the kitchen, flies get in quickly, so be prepared to carry the provided fly swatters with you, the decking is a dark stain and will burn your feet or kids feet..in the sun..please be aware and be safe, and lastly, the owner had just had a new air conditioner installed, and it stopped working the day the weather was 95 and humid outside. He did offer to drive a window air conditioner from Chicago, but I figured I could make it through the night. Hopefully he was able to get it fixed. Also there was a washer and dryer in the musty basement, but it required a special soap (should be provided by owner..)
If you don't mind the experience of a well worn and loved cottage.. this will be a good choice for large groups or families and dog friendly as well.
10.0 / 10.0
The Beach & a Pool... Wonderful!
We've stayed here twice & had the best of times!
10.0 / 10.0
Fabulous place to stay
This home had everything you could need or want. Very roomy in and out. We would stay there again. Had a great vacation.
10.0 / 10.0
Roomy House, Great Pool
This is the third year we have stayed in this home for our annual girls weekend. This house has tons of room, the kitchen is well stocked, the location is great and the pool is lovely. The owner is easy to work with too!
10.0 / 10.0
Great Greataway
My wife, two year-old son, and two small dogs had a great time at this Union Pier home. The house, and really the entire property, is incredibly spacious; the amenities -- pool, hot tub, gas grill, and large Smart TVs throughout house -- were all very nice; the location was terrific -- short walk to the beach and very close (by car) to Union Pier market and other nearby high-end grocers and specialty stores.
Owner (Valery) was wonderful to work with and very accommodating (he permitted us to check-in early on our first day and stay a little late on our final day -- very helpful when traveling with a toddler!)
We would happily rent here again -- and would certainly recommend.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Chikaming Township?
The average price for a rental in Chikaming Township is $483 per night. This rental is $122 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Close To Beach ~ Private Lovely Pool ~ Family-Friendly Vacation Getaway! . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Close To Beach ~ Private Lovely Pool ~ Family-Friendly Vacation Getaway! . Enjoy the water!
Is Close To Beach ~ Private Lovely Pool ~ Family-Friendly Vacation Getaway! pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at Close To Beach ~ Private Lovely Pool ~ Family-Friendly Vacation Getaway! ?
We found 12 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.
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