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1500 FT from Gowdy Shores Beach, Fire Pit

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Beach nearby
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
Smart TV

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7142 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Place, Townline Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Gordon Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

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About the area

Union Pier

When you stay at this vacation home in Union Pier, you'll be on a lake, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo. .This vacation home is 8.7 mi (14 km) from Warren Dunes State Park and 12.6 mi (20.3 km) from Blue Chip Casino.

What's nearby

  • Townline Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Gordon Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Local - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 7 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 6 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Stray Dog Bar & Grill - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Redamak's Tavern - ‬5 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.

1500 FT from Gowdy Shores Beach, Fire Pit

Welcome to Anchor On Alice — a charming Union Pier cottage just a 3-minute walk to Private Gowdy Shores Beach. Managed by Third Coast Vacations, this cozy retreat blends vintage charm with modern comfort. Relax on the enclosed front porch, unwind in the lower-level den, or head outside to the fenced yard with a fire pit, dining patio, gas grill — plus kayaks, beach chairs, wagon, toys, and more included for effortless lake days. Pet-friendly and perfect for families or small groups seeking a laid-back Harbor Country escape.

Kitchen
• Fully equipped with fridge, microwave, range
• Newly updated (2025)
• Connects to lower den and outdoor patio

Living & Dining Area
• Enclosed front porch with sofa and dining table
• Arched doorway to dining nook and seating area

Bedroom 1 (Main Level)
• Bed size —queen
• Adjacent to full bathroom

Bedroom 2 (Main Level)
• Bed size —bunk bed
• Near hallway bathroom

Bedroom 3 (Lower Level)
• King bed
• Close to lower full bathroom

Lower-Level Den
• Sleeper sofa
• TV/lounge space
• Walk-out access to patio
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and a Smart television is provided for your entertainment. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features a playground, cross-country skiing nearby, and hiking/biking trails nearby. Recreational activities include sailing nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,532 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and 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
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
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

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Reviews

1500 FT from Gowdy Shores Beach, Fire Pit Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 8 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 8 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 8 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 8 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Thomas L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy cottage near the beach

Great cottage with everything you need for a fun and relaxing time in Harbor Country. You'll love the updates, good communication with the host, and all the great amenities -- especially the short walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

gail w.

Liked: Cleanliness

Thanksgiving Holiday

Enjoyed Thanksgiving with the family ! The host was amazing getting back to me quickly and with a very positive attitude!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

6/10 Okay

J. M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Sweet place with funky vibe

We have stayed here before and it's lovely with a fenced in yard. Just pay attention to those pesky details like no flowers left by previous guest that had seen better day, repair the swing chaise in front and make sure guests know the heating system in the back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maurice P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exactly What We Needed

The owner was super fast and responsive via text. We wanted a spacious spot that had a fireplace/fire pit, close to the lake, with room for multiple adults, our toddler, and a dog...and this location was exactly what we needed. The living area being in the back area was a perfect layout so the adults could stay up late playing board games without waking the toddler in the other room. The kitchen was plenty stocked with supplies we needed to make breakfast/meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Trudy G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful Union Pier

We love the Union Pier community, and this property was set in a lovely, quiet neighborhood. It was just a short walk to the private beach. We enjoyed being able to bring our dog and take her to the beach in the morning and evening. The property was decorated quite charmingly and as pictured in listing. The physical condition of the property could use some TLC. Also important to consider for older guests or those with mobility issues, the king bedroom is on the lower level and down 4 stairs. There is no bathroom on that level.There are also numerous steps down to the beach. We enjoyed shopping for our groceries at Barney's in New Buffalo. Their fried chicken makes a nice picnic. We also really enjoyed Emma Hearth in Bridgman. We brought steaks with the intention to grill, but it appears that a prior guest grilled too close to the home and the siding was slightly melted in that spot, so we opted to cook them inside. We enjoyed relaxing in the small courtyard off the lower level and sitting in the front fenced year. The little porch was also quite comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

paula B., Forsyth, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute house for a weekend getaway

Overall, the house was decent and we had a good stay. It wasnt perfect, and the online pics made it look a little better than it is.that being said, the lower level updates are very nice, and it is apparent that it is a work in progress. We would definitely stay here again. It was close to the beach and a nice neighborhood to walk our dogs in as well. Proximity to othwr towns was also great.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Mary T., St. Louis

Beautiful location

We loved the location of Anchor on Alice. We took many walks on the beach and around the neighborhoods. The house was surface cleaned but for what was charged as a cleaning fee I would expect a deep cleaning. The family room was a very comfortable area. We had a wonderful time and can’t wait to go back to Union Pier.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Location for a Quaint Vacation

The accommodation were very close to Lake Michigan and the activities we wanted to do on our stay. As a family we wanted to kayak, horseback trail ride through the woods, and enjoy the lake in a quaint and quiet location. The amenities were well kept up in the house. The second bedroom and master bedroom were switched from the diagram however it was nice to have two bedrooms and two bathrooms for our three person family. The renovations that were complete were wonderful! Thank you for a well kept vacation location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023