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

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On the beach
Property grounds
TV
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Smoking is not permitted anywhere on the premises.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
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 not allowed

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

48516

About the neighborhood

Map
Lakeside, MI

What's nearby

  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room - 4 min drive
  • Townline Beach - 5 min drive
  • Local - 8 min drive
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 14 min drive

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 9 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

Nestled on the beach, this Lakeside vacation 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 mi (2 km).

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

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 18 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Gail B.

Liked: Cleanliness
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

10/10 Excellent

Richard R.

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Shaw

Liked: Cleanliness
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
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

10/10 Excellent

Vijay R., Carmel

Liked: Cleanliness
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