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Union Pier cottage rental - Welcome to Serendipity House!
Welcome to Serendipity House!
 
Union Pier cottage rental - Welcome to Serendipity House!

Welcome to Serendipity House!

Lovely English gardens!

Lovely English gardens!

Bright and cheery kitchen!

Bright and cheery kitchen!

Rest and relax in sea of windows with lovely views

Rest and relax in sea of windows with lovely views

Front living room with wood burning stove

Front living room with wood burning stove

Yes, I have a private bath!!

Yes, I have a private bath!!

1 of 3 bathrooms

1 of 3 bathrooms

Yes I have a private bath! I also have 2 trundles beds!

Yes I have a private bath! I also have 2 trundles beds!

One of many sitting rooms.

One of many sitting rooms.

Enjoy meals overlooking English gardens.

Enjoy meals overlooking English gardens.

Patio area with table and gas grill surrounded by beautiful gardens!

Patio area with table and gas grill surrounded by beautiful gardens!

Enjoy an outdoor dinner or lunch on the outdoor patio area!

Enjoy an outdoor dinner or lunch on the outdoor patio area!

Unbeatable sunsets!

Unbeatable sunsets!

Walk for miles - find sea glass and rare stones!

Walk for miles - find sea glass and rare stones!

Ski Timber Ridge just 1 hour from cottage.

Ski Timber Ridge just 1 hour from cottage.

Per night (USD) $225
Per week $1,800 - $1,995
  • Bedrooms2
  • Sleeps8
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath

Photos and Description of the Union Pier vacation cottage rental
2 Bedrooms, 2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom, Sleeps 8

DATES AVAILABLE!

JUNE

7/7-7/14, 7/14-7/21

8/18-8/25

GREAT HOME CLOSE TO THE BEACH WITH BEAUTIFUL, TRANQUIL GARDENS! FEATURED IN BETTER HOMES & GARDENS!

GREAT HOME FOR A SMALL GROUP OR FAMILY! JUST BLOCKS TO THE BEACH! SUNDAY TO SUNDAY RENTAL!

Featured in Better Homes and Gardens, this special cottage is located just 80 minutes from downtown Chicago and is a short 5 minute walk to a beautiful beach on Lake Michigan. Situated on 3/4 of an acre, the property includes a potting shed, lush English Gardens, brick patio with gas grill, and a gazebo. This 2 bedroom 2.5 bath cottage includes two twin beds with trundle pop-ups, one double bed, and a queen size sleeper sofa in the private great room. House features two fireplaces, large kitchen with breakfast nook, great room, living room and a four season room. High speed internet access, washer/dryer, and air conditioning included. Short walk to many local haunts and the town of Union Pier. A perfect destination for a family, several couples, or a 'girl's getaway'.

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Union Pier cottage rental - Welcome to Serendipity House!

Welcome to Serendipity House!

Lovely English gardens!

Lovely English gardens!

Bright and cheery kitchen!

Bright and cheery kitchen!

Rest and relax in sea of windows with lovely views

Rest and relax in sea of windows with lovely views

Front living room with wood burning stove

Front living room with wood burning stove

Yes, I have a private bath!!

Yes, I have a private bath!!

1 of 3 bathrooms

1 of 3 bathrooms

Yes I have a private bath! I also have 2 trundles beds!

Yes I have a private bath! I also have 2 trundles beds!

One of many sitting rooms.

One of many sitting rooms.

Enjoy meals overlooking English gardens.

Enjoy meals overlooking English gardens.

Patio area with table and gas grill surrounded by beautiful gardens!

Patio area with table and gas grill surrounded by beautiful gardens!

Enjoy an outdoor dinner or lunch on the outdoor patio area!

Enjoy an outdoor dinner or lunch on the outdoor patio area!

Unbeatable sunsets!

Unbeatable sunsets!

Walk for miles - find sea glass and rare stones!

Walk for miles - find sea glass and rare stones!

Ski Timber Ridge just 1 hour from cottage.

Ski Timber Ridge just 1 hour from cottage.

Nearest Beach : beach at 0.2 Miles

Other Activities: Kayaking.

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Changeover Day: friday

Rental Rates for this vacation cottage rental in Union Pier, Michigan

Rental Basis:
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Rental rates quoted in:
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Rate Period Nightly Weekend Night Weekend Weekly Monthly Event Minimum Stay
 
Winter/Spring
May 1 2013 - May 23 2013
$225
2 Nights
 
 
Memorial Day weekend
May 24 2013 - May 27 2013
$675
3 Nights
 
 
Early Summer Rates
May 31 2013 - Jun 15 2013
$1,800
1 Week
 
 
Peak Season
Jun 16 2013 - Aug 29 2013
$1,995
1 Week
 
 
Labor Day weekend
Aug 30 2013 - Sep 2 2013
$825
3 Nights
 

Accommodation and Amenities for this vacation cottage rental in Union Pier, Michigan

Property Type:
  • cottage
Meals:
  • Guests provide their own meals
Location Type:
  • Lake
  • Beach
Theme:
  • Family
  • Away From It All
General:
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Wood Stove
  • ISDN Access
  • Parking On Street
  • Garage
  • Local Maps
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Air Conditioning
  • Iron & Board
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Alarm Clock
  • Parking
  • Hair Dryer
  • Firewood
  • Basic Soaps
  • Heating
  • Internet
Kitchen:
  • Coffee Grinder
  • Grill
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Coffee Maker
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Cooking Utensils
  • Pantry Items
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Refrigerator
Dining:
  • Dining Area
Bathrooms:
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Half Bath
  • Bathroom 1 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 2 - toilet , shower
    Bathroom 3 - toilet
Bedrooms:
  • 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 8
  • Bedroom 1 - 1 double
    Bedroom 2 - 2 twin/ single , both twin bed have a trundle pop-up
  • Great Room includes queen sleeper sofa.
Entertainment:
  • Books
  • CD Player
  • Games for Kids
  • Stereo
  • DVD Player
  • Audio Tape Player
  • VCR
  • Games
  • Television
  • Video Library
Outside:
  • Patio
  • Small Cooler
  • Beach Chairs
  • Lawn / Garden
  • Beach Towels
  • Barbecue
  • Large Cooler
  • Porch / Veranda
  • Outdoor Grill Gas
  • 8 garden chairs
  • 4 beach chairs
Suitability:
  • children welcome
  • Minimum Age Limit for Renters
  • Long-term Renters Welcome
  • pets not allowed
  • wheelchair inaccessible
  • non smoking only
  • suitable for elderly or infirm
Attractions:
  • restaurants
  • live theater
  • autumn foliage
  • winery tours
  • coin laundry
  • churches
  • marina
  • library
  • cinemas
Leisure Activities:
  • gambling casinos
  • outlet shopping
  • horseback riding
  • antiquing
  • beachcombing
  • walking
Local Services & Businesses:
  • medical services
  • fitness center
  • ATM/bank
  • groceries
Sports & Adventure Activities:
  • freshwater fishing
  • golf privileges optional
  • fishing
  • water skiing
  • jet skiing
  • cycling
  • pier fishing
  • sailing
  • golf
  • swimming
  • hiking
  • wind-surfing

Reviews for this vacation cottage rental in Union Pier, Michigan

FEATURED IN BETTER HOMES & GARDENS! JULY DATES AVAILABLE 1.5 BLOCKS TO BEACH
average rating of 5.0 based on 4 reviews
business
FEATURED IN BETTER HOMES & GARDENS! JULY DATES AVAILABLE 1.5 BLOCKS TO BEACH
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p195266
269-588-9600
Union Pier Southwest Michigan
Indianapolis
5

Great for that special Occasion ......

5 of 5
Submitted: January 13, 2010 Stayed: January 2010
There is no Negatives about this great get away cottage....I have visited it a few time and each time it gets more enjoyable.....I actually Miss it and try to find reasons to stay there again.... From going to Notre Damn
games to Family holidays.... I would really recommend this vacation rental for anyone who just wants daily rest on the beach to great small unique shopping or even my favorite, long exploration drive to see the site and maybe a quick trip up the coast to visit st. joseph, douglas, or Saugatuck...
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Tourists without a Car, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 5/5
business
FEATURED IN BETTER HOMES & GARDENS! JULY DATES AVAILABLE 1.5 BLOCKS TO BEACH
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p195266
269-588-9600
Union Pier Southwest Michigan
Chicago, IL
5

Wonderful Autumn Weekend!

5 of 5
Submitted: October 16, 2008 Stayed: October 2008
We just enjoyed a wonderfully romantic three-day weekend at Serendipity House and my husband and I loved every minute of it! I was a little skeptical about all the high praise of the other review but have to say, it was completely accurate.

John and I had a lovely, lovely time. The house was very clean, spacious and comfortable. It's close to restaurants, shops and galleries, and the beautiful beach. Yet with the large gardens, the house is also very private.

The window seat in the breakfast nook, the large (but still very cozy) family room, and the dinner table in the garden were my three favorite places at this perfect cottage.

We would highly recommend this Serendipity House for either a getaway weekend for adults or for a family vacation. There's lots to see and explore in the area.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Young Children, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 7/7
business
FEATURED IN BETTER HOMES & GARDENS! JULY DATES AVAILABLE 1.5 BLOCKS TO BEACH
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p195266
269-588-9600
Union Pier Southwest Michigan
Indianapolis
5

Beautiful, Cozy, Roomy and Gardenlishous

5 of 5
Submitted: October 7, 2008 Stayed: November 2007
This is a very well attended to property. With gardens surrounding the front entrances, walkways and large back patio. It was hard to count the varities of flowers in bloom.

Nice front room with fireplace unit for lounging and relaxing, spacious dining room and quite adaquatly sized kitchen. The kitchen also has a breakfast nook on one side surrounded by windows overlooking the gardens. The kitchen's back side has a pass through window exposing a large screaned in porch which will accomodate up to 8-10 for dining or family fun.
Two bedrooms master with queen and full but rather small bath, and bedroom with three trundle beds and full sm bath.
Our favorite room is the vaulted window surrounded back room. Perfect for relaxing under the fan with you favorite book or just enjoying a glowing fire. (pull -out couch and desk too)
We bar-b-que often and found the candle lit back porch a great place for hanging out with friends and family over a cold beer.
It is approx two blocks to the beach up the road and across the street. Just a stones throw, not a problem but wear your flip flops you will cross the road.

Local eateries are not far and offer a good variety.

All in all if you looking for the perverbial cozy cabin spot near the lake, "serendipity" fits the bill well.

Better Homes and Gardens did a piece on this house a while back for good reason. The gardens are plentyfull and the home is better than most.
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 2/2
business
FEATURED IN BETTER HOMES & GARDENS! JULY DATES AVAILABLE 1.5 BLOCKS TO BEACH
http://www.homeaway.com/vacation-rental/p195266
269-588-9600
Union Pier Southwest Michigan
Chicago, IL
5

Our family LOVED it!

5 of 5
Submitted: September 3, 2008 Stayed: August 2008
My wife and I just hosted a week-long "Farewell to Summer" at Serendipity House, with an array of family members and friends coming and going throughout our stay. The house was PERFECT! (Not a surprise considering the article about it in Better Homes & Gardens -- a copy of which can be found beneath the coffee bar.)

The home is deceptively spacious, with ample rooms, nooks, bays, crannies, and a wonderful great room with a cathedral ceiling. It allowed all of us to be together for meals, yet still find quiet places to curl up with a book, a magazine, or to do some early-morning work on-line.

Depending upon who was visiting, there were anywhere from four to twelve guests for dinner, and four to eight overnight guests. EVERYONE was extremely comfortable and very pleased.

The gardens are positively unbelievable. In fact, they're sumptuous! We dined each night under the trees and stars, the brick terrace aglow in torchlight, with flowers in bloom all around us, as we drained endless bottles of wine over hours of conversation and laughter.

The outdoor speakers for the stereo system were well-utilized throughout the week, but because of the large lot this home enjoys and the privacy it provides, we neither disturbed anyone nor were we disturbed by others. Unlike other homes in which we've stayed--especially those hideous ones that are cheek-by-jowl with their next door neighbors--Serendipity House and its spacious gardens create an entire world unto itself.

The one block walk to the beach provided very easy access. The wagon in the garage was perfect for transporting all our chairs, umbrellas, books, towels, and related gear.

In summary, we'll be back. Happily, cheerfully, eagerly--and, yes, even impatiently--our family looks forward to its return to Serendipity House next summer! Perhaps I'll even surprise my wife with a weekend getaway there for our anniversary this fall. The colors should be spectacular! Hmmm . . .
Recommended for:  Age 55+, Adventure Seekers, Girls Getaway, Sightseeing, Families with Teenagers, Families with Young Children, People with Disabilities, Romantic Getaway
Helpful votes: 17/17
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