1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard

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1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard

Name: 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard
Address: Chikaming Township, Michigan, 49129, United States, Chikaming Township, 49129, United States
Price range: Unbeatable daily deals - quickly find great rates for your ideal stay. And if it's cheaper elsewhere, we'll refund the difference.
Rating: 4.6

Chikaming Township, Michigan, 49129

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Come explore Elephant Walk, a dog-friendly compound, walkable to beach and town, designed to make memories for your group. It provides multiple gathering spots both outside and in while ensuring ample privacy at the same time. Our Main House offers giant living spaces to accommodate the whole group and provides 4 very large bedrooms and 3 baths. On the same grounds, there are 5 smaller cottages that offer full kitchens/bathrooms/living spaces and house 1-2 bedrooms each. If you would like to rent the Main House as well as 1+ cottages, please see our VRBO links to the other cottages or message me to check on availability. Host your retreat, wedding party, or reunion here for an unforgettable experience! We allow large group bookings only (Main House + at least 2 cottages) until late Fall of each year at which point we'll open up the calendar for anyone to reserve the house and cottages separately and allow for instant booking. Please message us for details, and we will respond within 24 hours. Much work has been done to this compound since we bought it in Jan 2019. Stay tuned to this as we will update pictures as changes are made as well as provide more updates we'll make over the coming years. *2024 updates from a home maintenance standpoint: -Entire property: new exterior paint, parking signs for all of the cottages, new ceiling fans -Main House: gas grill added to charcoal grill option, new screened porch furniture and ceiling (no leaks!), kitchen backsplash, new balcony off primary bedroom -Cottage 2: electrical overhaul to fix sporadic outages -Cottage 3: expanded private enclosed yard -Cottage 4: new basketball hoop -Cottage 5: kitchen refresh with new countertops and kitchen sink **Everyone must review the rental agreement which is comprehensive: lists the terms of the rental agreement, the dog waiver (if you are bringing a dog), provides suggested packing items, lists the hot tub rules (for Main House only). **Please designate upon checking out if you are bringing a dog so you can have the pet fee added onto your final total. **Note that Cottage 1 shares a wall with the far hallway corner of the Main House but as of 2022, we've added insulation and other measures to ensure noise transfer is drastically minimized. Cottage 1 and 2 used to have an interior door that locked but it was the source of noise transfer so in Spring of 2022, we closed up that door and added insulation in the units to minimize noise transfer. Cottages 4 and 5 share no walls as they stand alone on the property. All cottages have a pull out couch, and the Main House has 2 pull out couches, one in each king bedroom. Cottages 3 and 5 have small, private, fenced-in yards. **From Memorial Day to Labor Day we require 3 night minimum stay, but a 7 night stay (Fri-Fri) is required in the heart of the summer, from June through beginning of August unless the week is already broken up. **Well behaved dogs are welcome. Pets are required to be on leash outside of fenced yard, and you are required to pick up after them or fee will be assessed. **Note our suggested packing items we provide right before your arrival. Starter paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags are provided but you'll have to bring your own after the starters. We don't do this because we're cheap or insensitive. We do this because we are not often in the area to run these kinds of things over, and we also like for guests to be respectful of the environment which we've noticed happens more often when guests bring their own disposable supplies. Thank you for your understanding! Thank you for visiting, we hope you choose Elephant Walk for your next group get-away! Email us with any questions, and we'll answer any questions within 24 hours. The links to the other units on the property are as follows: Elephant Walk- Main House: www.vrbo.com/1519363 Elephant Walk- Cottage 1: www.vrbo.com/1519692 Elephant Walk- Cottage 2: www.vrbo.com/1519733 Elephant Walk- Cottage 3: www.vrbo.com/1519782 Elephant Walk- Cottage 4: www.vrbo.com/1519804 Elephant Walk- Cottage 5: www.vrbo.com/1519825 Cottage 3 is a private cottage on the property with a private fenced in yard. Still a great arrangement for an extended family visit as you can connect through the backyard, but also fine if traveling alone. Drivers park on the street in front of house, 1 car max. • 1 Bedroom Queen • 1 full Sofa Bed in Living Room • 1 Bath • private fenced in yard • Cable TV and Smart TV combined • Free wi-fi internet • Air Conditioning, Central Heating • Private front yard with bbq grill • Access to Main House big backyard and other amenities (hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pits, game room, etc.) if sharing compound with large group • Weber Kettle Grill for Charcoal • Fully Equipped Kitchen About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total).Dogs only, waiver adhered to, $100 fee @ check out.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:-Pls bring own paper towels, toilet ppr, garbage bags. We provide starters only. No Saturday check outs ever! Cleaners don't work on Saturdays..- Well behaved dogs are welcome, must adhere to pet waiver and must pay $100 pet fee at check out.,- 7 night rentals, Fri-Fri,last week of June-mid Aug, unless week is already broken up.Email for exceptions for large gps. 2 or 3 nt min other times.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

9.2/10

Great

Cleanliness9.2

Amenities9.2

Location9.2

Service9.2

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Surroundings

Airport: South Bend International Airport

(51.7 km)

Train: New Buffalo

(7.4 km)

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One-Bedroom Cottage

1 sofa bed and 1 queen bed

Non-smoking

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9.2/10

Great

16 reviews

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Cleanliness9.2
Amenities9.2
Location9.2
Service9.2

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Z‍a‍c‍h‍a‍r‍y‍ ‍C‍.

November 3, 2025

It was super cozy, beautiful setting, great walk to the beach. Will definitely stay again.

S‍a‍n‍d‍y‍ ‍B‍.

September 18, 2025

Clean, comfortable and close to the most important things - the beach and the coffee shop! Lovely walkable neighborhood too.

P‍e‍r‍r‍y‍ ‍Y‍.

August 23, 2025

Another great stay at the Elephant Walk!Close to the beach, Whistle Stop, and Red Arrow Roadhouse. Side yard was great for our little Frenchie, Augie.PY-LaGrange, IL

R‍a‍c‍h‍e‍l‍ ‍D‍.

July 5, 2025

Stay here! The property is great and the location can’t be better, will stay again!

C‍h‍r‍i‍s‍t‍o‍p‍h‍e‍r‍ ‍D‍.

May 17, 2025

Calming Getaway I took my wife and my puppy on a surprise getaway and couldn't be happier with our stay at Elephant Walk. The house was comfy, very clean and had all we needed for cooking. The garden was incredibly maintained. Big green area to play with our puppy, fire pit and beautiful trees surrounding. We had long walks around the property, including the beach nearby. Friendly warning, the beach was didn't allow pets. Good restaurant and groceries around the place. Communication with the hosts was very efficient. We will definitely go back!

C‍h‍r‍i‍s‍t‍i‍n‍e‍ ‍L‍.

March 29, 2025

Union Pier cottage- short walk to beach! The cottage was cozy for a short couple day sister get-away! The location is great- just a short walk to the beach, a restaurant, and coffee shop!! The host could not be any kinder and more accomodating!! She let us check-in early and check-out later!!! So nice!!

A‍m‍y‍ ‍B‍.

February 17, 2025

Snowy Getaway Just what we needed - a change of scenery in a cozy and well decorated cottage at Elephant Walk in Union Pier. We enjoyed Warren Dunes and Weko Beach and the Roadhouse restaurant right around the corner from the cottage. Correspondence with the property manager was exceptional. We definitely hope to rent again - a quiet gem and great location!

N‍a‍n‍c‍y‍ ‍H‍.

February 26, 2025

Short getaway Perfect place for our short visit to MI. Place was perfect. Comfortable, clean, and quiet. Lovely hosts. Hope to visit again!

C‍a‍r‍o‍l‍ ‍B‍.

May 26, 2024

Union Pier lovely Cottage We loved our accommodations. Our unit was private with a seating area outside (#3). It had everything we needed. Walking distance to the beach and the Whistle Stop. We have always loved that neighborhood and this is going to be our new preferred destination when we go to Union Pier.

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Property Policies

Check-in and Check-out Times

Check-in: after 16:00

Check-out: Before 10:00

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome at this property.

Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.

Cribs and Extra Beds

Please contact the hotel for details about crib and extra bed policies.

Age Requirements

The main guest checking in must be at least 25 years old

Property host

Erica Carli

Speaks English, Spanish

About this property

Come explore Elephant Walk, a dog-friendly compound, walkable to beach and town, designed to make memories for your group. It provides multiple gathering spots both outside and in while ensuring ample privacy at the same time. Our Main House offers giant living spaces to accommodate the whole group and provides 4 very large bedrooms and 3 baths. On the same grounds, there are 5 smaller cottages that offer full kitchens/bathrooms/living spaces and house 1-2 bedrooms each. If you would like to rent the Main House as well as 1+ cottages, please see our VRBO links to the other cottages or message me to check on availability. Host your retreat, wedding party, or reunion here for an unforgettable experience!
We allow large group bookings only (Main House + at least 2 cottages) until late Fall of each year at which point we'll open up the calendar for anyone to reserve the house and cottages separately and allow for instant booking. Please message us for details, and we will respond within 24 hours.
Much work has been done to this compound since we bought it in Jan 2019. Stay tuned to this as we will update pictures as changes are made as well as provide more updates we'll make over the coming years.
*2024 updates from a home maintenance standpoint:
-Entire property: new exterior paint, parking signs for all of the cottages, new ceiling fans
-Main House: gas grill added to charcoal grill option, new screened porch furniture and ceiling (no leaks!), kitchen backsplash, new balcony off primary bedroom
-Cottage 2: electrical overhaul to fix sporadic outages
-Cottage 3: expanded private enclosed yard
-Cottage 4: new basketball hoop
-Cottage 5: kitchen refresh with new countertops and kitchen sink
**Everyone must review the rental agreement which is comprehensive: lists the terms of the rental agreement, the dog waiver (if you are bringing a dog), provides suggested packing items, lists the hot tub rules (for Main House only).
**Please designate upon checking out if you are bringing a dog so you can have the pet fee added onto your final total.
**Note that Cottage 1 shares a wall with the far hallway corner of the Main House but as of 2022, we've added insulation and other measures to ensure noise transfer is drastically minimized. Cottage 1 and 2 used to have an interior door that locked but it was the source of noise transfer so in Spring of 2022, we closed up that door and added insulation in the units to minimize noise transfer. Cottages 4 and 5 share no walls as they stand alone on the property. All cottages have a pull out couch, and the Main House has 2 pull out couches, one in each king bedroom. Cottages 3 and 5 have small, private, fenced-in yards.
**From Memorial Day to Labor Day we require 3 night minimum stay, but a 7 night stay (Fri-Fri) is required in the heart of the summer, from June through beginning of August unless the week is already broken up.
**Well behaved dogs are welcome. Pets are required to be on leash outside of fenced yard, and you are required to pick up after them or fee will be assessed.
**Note our suggested packing items we provide right before your arrival. Starter paper towels, toilet paper, and garbage bags are provided but you'll have to bring your own after the starters. We don't do this because we're cheap or insensitive. We do this because we are not often in the area to run these kinds of things over, and we also like for guests to be respectful of the environment which we've noticed happens more often when guests bring their own disposable supplies. Thank you for your understanding!
Thank you for visiting, we hope you choose Elephant Walk for your next group get-away! Email us with any questions, and we'll answer any questions within 24 hours.
The links to the other units on the property are as follows:
Elephant Walk- Main House: www.vrbo.com/1519363
Elephant Walk- Cottage 1: www.vrbo.com/1519692
Elephant Walk- Cottage 2: www.vrbo.com/1519733
Elephant Walk- Cottage 3: www.vrbo.com/1519782
Elephant Walk- Cottage 4: www.vrbo.com/1519804
Elephant Walk- Cottage 5: www.vrbo.com/1519825
Cottage 3 is a private cottage on the property with a private fenced in yard. Still a great arrangement for an extended family visit as you can connect through the backyard, but also fine if traveling alone. Drivers park on the street in front of house, 1 car max.
• 1 Bedroom Queen
• 1 full Sofa Bed in Living Room
• 1 Bath
• private fenced in yard
• Cable TV and Smart TV combined
• Free wi-fi internet
• Air Conditioning, Central Heating
• Private front yard with bbq grill
• Access to Main House big backyard and other amenities (hot tub, outdoor shower, fire pits, game room, etc.) if sharing compound with large group
• Weber Kettle Grill for Charcoal
• Fully Equipped Kitchen
About pets:Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total).Dogs only, waiver adhered to, $100 fee @ check out.About checkOut:Check out before 10:00 AM.About children:Children allowed: ages 0-17.About customRules:-Pls bring own paper towels, toilet ppr, garbage bags. We provide starters only. No Saturday check outs ever! Cleaners don't work on Saturdays..- Well behaved dogs are welcome, must adhere to pet waiver and must pay $100 pet fee at check out.,- 7 night rentals, Fri-Fri,last week of June-mid Aug, unless week is already broken up.Email for exceptions for large gps. 2 or 3 nt min other times.About checkIn:Check in after 4:00 PM.About smoking:Smoking is not permitted.About minBookingAge:Minimum age to rent: 25.About events:No events allowed.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What’s the cancellation policy at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard?

The cancellation policy at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard depends on your room type and booking terms.

What are the check-in and check-out times at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard?

Check-in at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard starts from 16:00, and the standard check-out time is by 10:00.

How do I get to 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard from the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is South Bend International Airport, located about about 43 mins from hotel by car (51.7 km) away.

About This Property

Nearest Airport	South Bend International Airport
Distance to Airport	51.65KM
Nearest Train Station	New Buffalo
Distance to Train Station	7.39KM
Hotel Star Rating	3

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1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard

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What’s the cancellation policy at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard?

What are the check-in and check-out times at 1 bed/1 bath, 1.5 blocks to beach/town, dog friendly, fenced yard?

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