NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!!
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About this property
Relax in a luxury home within walking distance to the beach and downtown Union Pier. Hang out on the deck, around the fire pit ...or in the brand, new hot tub. Cardinal sits on a three quarter acre lot with a spacious backyard so you get th...
Location
Located in Union Pier, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve, while Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum and Burnison Galleries are cultural highlights. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot are also worth visiting. Kayaking and motor boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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9.5
Exceptional
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Across reviews, NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!! is praised for its clean, spacious, comfortable home setup that suits families and groups, with multiple bathrooms, well-equipped kitchen, and a relaxing setting close to Union Pier attractions.
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Across reviews, NEW LISTING—-UNION PIER PERFECTION—HOT TUB, FIRE PIT, WALK TO LAKE!! is praised for its clean, spacious, comfortable home setup that suits families and groups, with multiple bathrooms, well-equipped kitchen, and a relaxing setting close to Union Pier attractions.
Guests repeatedly highlight the large hot tub, fire pit, porches, grill, and handy beach gear. Hosts earn praise for friendly, responsive communication and smooth check in. The location is convenient to the beach, shops, wineries, and New Buffalo, though a couple of reviewers said the beach walk can feel long in hot weather. Overall, it’s a reliable base for a relaxed Union Pier stay.
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Facilities
Guests frequently praise the large hot tub, fire pit, and outdoor spaces (porches and deck), plus a well-supplied setup with grill and beach gear.
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Lisa I.
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an amazing weekend at this property. It was well equipped, clean and comfortable! The host was very responsive and had even left a bottle of awesome wine with chocolates. Three bathrooms and lots of sleeping space plus the cozy fireplace in the living room made for a great stay. The hot tub and fire pit were so great and relaxing. I would highly recommend this vacation rental. We will return!! Thank you Jonina!!
We had an amazing weekend at this property. It was well equipped, clean and comfortable! The host was very responsive and had even left a bottle of awesome wine with chocolates. Three bathrooms and lots of sleeping space plus the cozy fireplace in the living room made for a great stay. The hot tub and fire pit were so great and relaxing. I would highly recommend this vacation rental. We will return!! Thank you Jonina!!
10
Richard S.
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We stayed here last year. Everything was excellent. We find the home very comfortable and roomy. We enjoyed the hot tub and firepit. We did some grilling as well. The Cardinal properly felt private while being close to other properties. Several activities we wanted to do were within walking distance or a short drive. We hope to return next year.
We stayed here last year. Everything was excellent. We find the home very comfortable and roomy. We enjoyed the hot tub and firepit. We did some grilling as well. The Cardinal properly felt private while being close to other properties. Several activities we wanted to do were within walking distance or a short drive. We hope to return next year.
10
Beata R.
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
10
Tara B.
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall great stay. Came with 3 college girls friends for a quick weekend. Property was clean, cute and cozy. A few items that the property does not have that would have been nice are an iron/ironing board and a blow dryer. Hot tub appeared new and a great addition : nice to relax in the evenings. Overall house was clean, well equipped and well maintained. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Union Pier area.
Overall great stay. Came with 3 college girls friends for a quick weekend. Property was clean, cute and cozy. A few items that the property does not have that would have been nice are an iron/ironing board and a blow dryer. Hot tub appeared new and a great addition : nice to relax in the evenings. Overall house was clean, well equipped and well maintained. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Union Pier area.
10
Jen S.
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
10
Steve P.
Oct 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a family Fall weekend here, 3 couples and a baby. Really nice kitchen and living space, and 3 bathrooms. Nice combo of private and get-together space. Relaxing fire pit and hot tub. All was as listed on VRBO, and good communication with the owner.
We had a family Fall weekend here, 3 couples and a baby. Really nice kitchen and living space, and 3 bathrooms. Nice combo of private and get-together space. Relaxing fire pit and hot tub. All was as listed on VRBO, and good communication with the owner.
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Julie S.
Aug 4, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The Cardinal Lane house was exactly what we expected. We brought our family of 5 (with two teens & a tween). We were pleased to find the house was VERY clean, fully stocked kitchen, towels, shampoo, conditioner & body wash were waiting for us upon arrival. The hot tub was fantastic & everyone enjoyed it! Jonina had 8 beach chairs, a wagon, sand buckets, and games for the beach. We would stay again!
The Cardinal Lane house was exactly what we expected. We brought our family of 5 (with two teens & a tween). We were pleased to find the house was VERY clean, fully stocked kitchen, towels, shampoo, conditioner & body wash were waiting for us upon arrival. The hot tub was fantastic & everyone enjoyed it! Jonina had 8 beach chairs, a wagon, sand buckets, and games for the beach. We would stay again!
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julie d.
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Wonderful house in a pretty neighborhood! We loved the covered porch, large hot tub, clean and spacious house. It was so great to bike ride in the neighborhood and look at the pretty houses. Jonina was so helpful and kind. She met all of our needs. We plan on coming back!
Wonderful house in a pretty neighborhood! We loved the covered porch, large hot tub, clean and spacious house. It was so great to bike ride in the neighborhood and look at the pretty houses. Jonina was so helpful and kind. She met all of our needs. We plan on coming back!
10
Richard S.
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property felt like a home. It looked exactly as shown. We were able to walk to the wine tasting room. We enjoyed the facilities - particularly the hot tub and fire pit. The property was near a busy street but the trees and shrubs made it seem isolated and peaceful. The hosts were responsive to a question.We hope to return.
The property felt like a home. It looked exactly as shown. We were able to walk to the wine tasting room. We enjoyed the facilities - particularly the hot tub and fire pit. The property was near a busy street but the trees and shrubs made it seem isolated and peaceful. The hosts were responsive to a question.We hope to return.
10
susan w.
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
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Cleanliness
Reviews repeatedly describe the home as very clean or immaculate, with spotless bathrooms and well-kept spaces.
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Jane Z.
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The place was great. Plenty of room. Updated and clean. Host was very easy to work with. Close to restaurants, bars and shopping.
The place was great. Plenty of room. Updated and clean. Host was very easy to work with. Close to restaurants, bars and shopping.
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Beata R.
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
10
Mary Jo R.
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The home was very clean and well kept up. We love coming to UnionPier every year! This is our second year to stay at the home and hoping we can stay again next year!
The home was very clean and well kept up. We love coming to UnionPier every year! This is our second year to stay at the home and hoping we can stay again next year!
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Tara B.
Nov 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Overall great stay. Came with 3 college girls friends for a quick weekend. Property was clean, cute and cozy. A few items that the property does not have that would have been nice are an iron/ironing board and a blow dryer. Hot tub appeared new and a great addition : nice to relax in the evenings. Overall house was clean, well equipped and well maintained. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Union Pier area.
Overall great stay. Came with 3 college girls friends for a quick weekend. Property was clean, cute and cozy. A few items that the property does not have that would have been nice are an iron/ironing board and a blow dryer. Hot tub appeared new and a great addition : nice to relax in the evenings. Overall house was clean, well equipped and well maintained. Would recommend to anyone looking for a place to stay in the Union Pier area.
10
Mary Jo R.
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It’s a great place to stay and very clean. Nice size bedrooms and clean spacious bathrooms. The location is great for easy access to shops and other small towns.
It’s a great place to stay and very clean. Nice size bedrooms and clean spacious bathrooms. The location is great for easy access to shops and other small towns.
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Jen S.
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
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Michele P.
Aug 5, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
The home easily accommodated 4 couples. With 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms everyone was comfortable. The house was clean as well. We would definitely rent it again.
The home easily accommodated 4 couples. With 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms everyone was comfortable. The house was clean as well. We would definitely rent it again.
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Joanne P.
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
10
julie d.
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Wonderful house in a pretty neighborhood! We loved the covered porch, large hot tub, clean and spacious house. It was so great to bike ride in the neighborhood and look at the pretty houses. Jonina was so helpful and kind. She met all of our needs. We plan on coming back!
Wonderful house in a pretty neighborhood! We loved the covered porch, large hot tub, clean and spacious house. It was so great to bike ride in the neighborhood and look at the pretty houses. Jonina was so helpful and kind. She met all of our needs. We plan on coming back!
10
Laurie G.
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
It was a very comfortable home for four adults. Clean and well kept. A bit far for a walk to the beach in 90 degrees. Owner responded rapidly to messages. Nice hot tub and grill. Spacious kitchen. Lovely porches.
It was a very comfortable home for four adults. Clean and well kept. A bit far for a walk to the beach in 90 degrees. Owner responded rapidly to messages. Nice hot tub and grill. Spacious kitchen. Lovely porches.
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Rooms
Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable with multiple bathrooms that work well for families and groups; the single level layout is appreciated.
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Joanne P.
Jul 27, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
Cardinal Lane was just perfect for 3 sisters in their 60's. All on 1 level, 4 bedrooms but we only needed 3, we each had our own bathroom! Loved the hot tub in the evening. The house was immaculate with wood floors and rugs, important to us, carpet can hold critters! If you are looking for a home in Michigan. Look no further!
Cardinal Lane was just perfect for 3 sisters in their 60's. All on 1 level, 4 bedrooms but we only needed 3, we each had our own bathroom! Loved the hot tub in the evening. The house was immaculate with wood floors and rugs, important to us, carpet can hold critters! If you are looking for a home in Michigan. Look no further!
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Jane Z.
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The place was great. Plenty of room. Updated and clean. Host was very easy to work with. Close to restaurants, bars and shopping.
The place was great. Plenty of room. Updated and clean. Host was very easy to work with. Close to restaurants, bars and shopping.
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Richard S.
Jun 11, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
We stayed here last year. Everything was excellent. We find the home very comfortable and roomy. We enjoyed the hot tub and firepit. We did some grilling as well. The Cardinal properly felt private while being close to other properties. Several activities we wanted to do were within walking distance or a short drive. We hope to return next year.
We stayed here last year. Everything was excellent. We find the home very comfortable and roomy. We enjoyed the hot tub and firepit. We did some grilling as well. The Cardinal properly felt private while being close to other properties. Several activities we wanted to do were within walking distance or a short drive. We hope to return next year.
10
Beata R.
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
10
Allison S.
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Families with kids staying for the weekend. Everyone was comfortable and it had great proximity to the beach. The only drawback is the layout of the living room furniture. There's not a huge sectional/sitting area for everyone to be at the same time, but we made it work and would still stay here again in the future.
Families with kids staying for the weekend. Everyone was comfortable and it had great proximity to the beach. The only drawback is the layout of the living room furniture. There's not a huge sectional/sitting area for everyone to be at the same time, but we made it work and would still stay here again in the future.
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Jen S.
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
10
Steve P.
Oct 23, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a family Fall weekend here, 3 couples and a baby. Really nice kitchen and living space, and 3 bathrooms. Nice combo of private and get-together space. Relaxing fire pit and hot tub. All was as listed on VRBO, and good communication with the owner.
We had a family Fall weekend here, 3 couples and a baby. Really nice kitchen and living space, and 3 bathrooms. Nice combo of private and get-together space. Relaxing fire pit and hot tub. All was as listed on VRBO, and good communication with the owner.
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Michele P.
Aug 5, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
The home easily accommodated 4 couples. With 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms everyone was comfortable. The house was clean as well. We would definitely rent it again.
The home easily accommodated 4 couples. With 3 bathrooms and 4 bedrooms everyone was comfortable. The house was clean as well. We would definitely rent it again.
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Joanne P.
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
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Laurie G.
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
It was a very comfortable home for four adults. Clean and well kept. A bit far for a walk to the beach in 90 degrees. Owner responded rapidly to messages. Nice hot tub and grill. Spacious kitchen. Lovely porches.
It was a very comfortable home for four adults. Clean and well kept. A bit far for a walk to the beach in 90 degrees. Owner responded rapidly to messages. Nice hot tub and grill. Spacious kitchen. Lovely porches.
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Service
Communication is quick, friendly, and helpful, and check in is easy.
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Lisa I.
Oct 10, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We had an amazing weekend at this property. It was well equipped, clean and comfortable! The host was very responsive and had even left a bottle of awesome wine with chocolates. Three bathrooms and lots of sleeping space plus the cozy fireplace in the living room made for a great stay. The hot tub and fire pit were so great and relaxing. I would highly recommend this vacation rental. We will return!! Thank you Jonina!!
We had an amazing weekend at this property. It was well equipped, clean and comfortable! The host was very responsive and had even left a bottle of awesome wine with chocolates. Three bathrooms and lots of sleeping space plus the cozy fireplace in the living room made for a great stay. The hot tub and fire pit were so great and relaxing. I would highly recommend this vacation rental. We will return!! Thank you Jonina!!
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Jane Z.
Sep 30, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
The place was great. Plenty of room. Updated and clean. Host was very easy to work with. Close to restaurants, bars and shopping.
The place was great. Plenty of room. Updated and clean. Host was very easy to work with. Close to restaurants, bars and shopping.
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Jen S.
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
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Joanne P.
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
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Carrie C.
Jul 20, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The property was just like it was described. It was in a great and easy to get to location. We are familiar with New Buffalo and the stores in that area so this property was a great fit for us. We had great weather and we were able to enjoy the area beaches. The weather was idea for us to enjoy the hot tub at night. The house had everything that we needed.
The property was just like it was described. It was in a great and easy to get to location. We are familiar with New Buffalo and the stores in that area so this property was a great fit for us. We had great weather and we were able to enjoy the area beaches. The weather was idea for us to enjoy the hot tub at night. The house had everything that we needed.
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John F.
Sep 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Wish we had more time to enjoy the multiple amenities. Easy drive to South Bend for the ND-CMU football game. Our host communicated in a timely manner. Answered all inquiries and has a beautiful property in a beautiful part of our country! John Portland Maine
Wish we had more time to enjoy the multiple amenities. Easy drive to South Bend for the ND-CMU football game. Our host communicated in a timely manner. Answered all inquiries and has a beautiful property in a beautiful part of our country! John Portland Maine
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Julia C.
Jul 10, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The property was great - clean, spacious and comfortable..the hosts were wonderful and very responsive. The property had everything we needed..highly recommend !
The property was great - clean, spacious and comfortable..the hosts were wonderful and very responsive. The property had everything we needed..highly recommend !
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julie d.
Jul 12, 2025
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Stayed 6 nights
Wonderful house in a pretty neighborhood! We loved the covered porch, large hot tub, clean and spacious house. It was so great to bike ride in the neighborhood and look at the pretty houses. Jonina was so helpful and kind. She met all of our needs. We plan on coming back!
Wonderful house in a pretty neighborhood! We loved the covered porch, large hot tub, clean and spacious house. It was so great to bike ride in the neighborhood and look at the pretty houses. Jonina was so helpful and kind. She met all of our needs. We plan on coming back!
10
Richard S.
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property felt like a home. It looked exactly as shown. We were able to walk to the wine tasting room. We enjoyed the facilities - particularly the hot tub and fire pit. The property was near a busy street but the trees and shrubs made it seem isolated and peaceful. The hosts were responsive to a question.We hope to return.
The property felt like a home. It looked exactly as shown. We were able to walk to the wine tasting room. We enjoyed the facilities - particularly the hot tub and fire pit. The property was near a busy street but the trees and shrubs made it seem isolated and peaceful. The hosts were responsive to a question.We hope to return.
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susan w.
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
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Location
Convenient to the beach, shops, wineries, and New Buffalo; generally walkable, though a few noted the beach can feel a longer walk in hot weather.
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Cindy Z.
Aug 18, 2023
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Stayed 7 nights
The Cardinal is a lovely, quiet property with modern, clean, comfortable bedrooms, bathrooms and common space for our family. The kitchen is modern and spacious. We loved the hot tub. The screened in porch, wrap-around porch and grilling area and fire pit were great. It is a little further from the beach than we usually stay, but still walkable. It is also near our favorite spots including Milda’s, the bakery, convenience store, and bike and other rentals.
The Cardinal is a lovely, quiet property with modern, clean, comfortable bedrooms, bathrooms and common space for our family. The kitchen is modern and spacious. We loved the hot tub. The screened in porch, wrap-around porch and grilling area and fire pit were great. It is a little further from the beach than we usually stay, but still walkable. It is also near our favorite spots including Milda’s, the bakery, convenience store, and bike and other rentals.
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Beata R.
Jun 4, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
We had a beautiful stay at the Cardinal! The house was incredibly spacious - everyone in our family had their own room, which made it very comfortable. All rooms were updated, very clean and the hot tub was a wonderful bonus, perfect for relaxing in the evenings, and added that extra touch of luxury. The location was super convenient - close to the beach, winery, grocery store and everything we needed - yet tucked away enough to feel peaceful and quiet. It truly felt like a perfect getaway. We would come back in a heartbeat!
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Allison S.
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Families with kids staying for the weekend. Everyone was comfortable and it had great proximity to the beach. The only drawback is the layout of the living room furniture. There's not a huge sectional/sitting area for everyone to be at the same time, but we made it work and would still stay here again in the future.
Families with kids staying for the weekend. Everyone was comfortable and it had great proximity to the beach. The only drawback is the layout of the living room furniture. There's not a huge sectional/sitting area for everyone to be at the same time, but we made it work and would still stay here again in the future.
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Mary Jo R.
Sep 8, 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
It’s a great place to stay and very clean. Nice size bedrooms and clean spacious bathrooms. The location is great for easy access to shops and other small towns.
It’s a great place to stay and very clean. Nice size bedrooms and clean spacious bathrooms. The location is great for easy access to shops and other small towns.
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Jen S.
Oct 13, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
The house and property were immaculate. Plenty of room for our group of 6 women for a weekend getaway. Beds and bedrooms were comfortable and spacious. Bathrooms were spotless and included plenty of towels and toiletries as well as beach towels, which we used for the big hot tub on the back deck. Location was close to everything while still feeling secluded and private. Very close to downtown Union Pier and only about a 6 minute drive to downtown New Buffalo. The wineries are close as well, with two tasting rooms literally just blocks away. The kitchen was well stocked with utensils, cookware and dishes if we had needed to do any cooking. We were there in the fall so didn't utilize the beach amenities but it looked like there was plenty of beach chairs and a beach wagon if that's why you're going. Seriously, they have thought of everything!! Jonina was a gracious host and left us a bottle of local wine as well as some chocolates for our arrival. If you're planning a weekend trip or longer, this is the place to stay!!!
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susan w.
Sep 17, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything we needed was provided and the house was very clean The location was great! Near everything from food to the beach
Everything we needed was provided and the house was very clean The location was great! Near everything from food to the beach
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Alex H.
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Easy to get to a great public beach and super close to both Indiana and Warren dunes State parks for extra hiking adventures. House worked great for the limited times we were actually there.
Easy to get to a great public beach and super close to both Indiana and Warren dunes State parks for extra hiking adventures. House worked great for the limited times we were actually there.
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Richard S.
Aug 22, 2024
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Stayed 7 nights
The property felt like a home. It looked exactly as shown. We were able to walk to the wine tasting room. We enjoyed the facilities - particularly the hot tub and fire pit. The property was near a busy street but the trees and shrubs made it seem isolated and peaceful. The hosts were responsive to a question.We hope to return.
The property felt like a home. It looked exactly as shown. We were able to walk to the wine tasting room. We enjoyed the facilities - particularly the hot tub and fire pit. The property was near a busy street but the trees and shrubs made it seem isolated and peaceful. The hosts were responsive to a question.We hope to return.
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Laurie G.
Jul 8, 2023
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Stayed 5 nights
It was a very comfortable home for four adults. Clean and well kept. A bit far for a walk to the beach in 90 degrees. Owner responded rapidly to messages. Nice hot tub and grill. Spacious kitchen. Lovely porches.
It was a very comfortable home for four adults. Clean and well kept. A bit far for a walk to the beach in 90 degrees. Owner responded rapidly to messages. Nice hot tub and grill. Spacious kitchen. Lovely porches.
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susan w.
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
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Mary Jo R.
Sep 12, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
The home was very clean and well kept up. We love coming to UnionPier every year! This is our second year to stay at the home and hoping we can stay again next year!
The home was very clean and well kept up. We love coming to UnionPier every year! This is our second year to stay at the home and hoping we can stay again next year!
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susan w.
Aug 26, 2025
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Stayed 7 nights
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
Beautiful and spacious home walking distance to evertything including the beach. Awesome hot tub too!Jonina is an amazing host and very responsive.I highly reommend this property and we wil be back!
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Allison S.
Aug 12, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Families with kids staying for the weekend. Everyone was comfortable and it had great proximity to the beach. The only drawback is the layout of the living room furniture. There's not a huge sectional/sitting area for everyone to be at the same time, but we made it work and would still stay here again in the future.
Families with kids staying for the weekend. Everyone was comfortable and it had great proximity to the beach. The only drawback is the layout of the living room furniture. There's not a huge sectional/sitting area for everyone to be at the same time, but we made it work and would still stay here again in the future.
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Joanne P.
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 8 nights
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
My 2 sisters and I take a week every year, this is our 2nd year staying at Cardinal House. We were very comfortable. With 3 full baths, we had our own space. If you are looking for a 4 bedroom 3 bath home don't hesitate to choose Cardinal House. Always clean, prompt communication from Jonina and easy check in.
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Alex H.
Jul 19, 2025
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Stayed 5 nights
Easy to get to a great public beach and super close to both Indiana and Warren dunes State parks for extra hiking adventures. House worked great for the limited times we were actually there.
Easy to get to a great public beach and super close to both Indiana and Warren dunes State parks for extra hiking adventures. House worked great for the limited times we were actually there.
Property Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Check-in from 16:00
Before 10:00
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Are pets allowed at the property?
Pets are not allowed at this property. Service animals are exempt from this policy.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in time is at 16:00 and check-out time is at 10:00. Early or late check-in/check-out options are not specified.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Union Pier, Michigan, on a lake, within walking distance to the beach and downtown. Nearby attractions include Lake Michigan, New Buffalo Public Beach, and various wine bars. Outdoor activities such as kayaking, hiking, and biking are also available.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children are permitted at the property, and those aged 0-17 can stay for free.
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