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Dining
Beach
Exterior
TV, fireplace, DVD player
4 bedrooms, desk, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 16412 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Union Pier, MI
  • Galien River County Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪17 min drive‬

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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.

Spacious Family Villa Near Beaches with Private Pool, WiFi, Firepit & Central AC

Harbor Country Family Lodge

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Harbor Country Family Lodge is located directly east of the Galien River, about halfway between New Buffalo and Union Pier. It's nestled on a large, private property in the heart of Harbor Country, with easy access to the area's wineries, beaches, and shopping. With grand indoor and outdoor spaces, it's the ultimate Michigan destination for families and large groups of friends.

The spacious main level is bright and welcoming, with vaulted ceilings, skylights, numerous windows, comfortable cozy seating areas, and carefully appointed details. The large kitchen is fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, brand new countertops, and an oversize prep island with barstool seating for four. Two dining rooms are available, offering plenty of space to enjoy meals together. The main dining room is just off the kitchen and seats up to ten guests, while another dining table bordering the kitchen can seat up to six.

Guests have many areas for relaxation and entertainment, including a huge media room with a large sectional couch situated around a TV, a magnificent sunroom with access to an outdoor patio, and a sunken seating area in front of a stunning, two-sided stone fireplace and TV. There is also a sitting area just off the breezeway with a couch, a chair, and a chess table. In addition, guests have easy access to a laundry area with an additional full-size refrigerator for added cold storage.

Also on the main level, you'll find three bedrooms, each consisting of two rooms separated by a folding panel door for privacy. The main bedroom features a custom-built bed and a newly remodeled en suite bathroom. The connecting room is furnished with a day bed with a trundle. The second bedroom suite has an en suite bathroom, a charming bay window with a seat, and plenty of closet and drawer space. The third bedroom suite features a newly remodeled full bath, desk spaces, and plenty of closet space. In addition, there is a fourth full bathroom in the hallway that features double sinks, retro vanity lighting, and a separate toilet and shower room. The lower-level bunk room is designed specifically for the kids! It features a spacious area where kids can play that includes a huge, sectional couch situated in front of a TV.

The outdoor areas are just as spacious as the indoors. The backyard patio, adjacent to the main dining room, provides seating with picnic tables, a private gas grill, and plenty of green space with mature trees and landscaping which lends itself to an excellent al-fresco dining experience. The beautiful stone patio off the sunroom is a perfect place to enjoy your morning cup of coffee. The front and side yard include an above-ground heated pool surrounded by a stunning Trex deck and a lanai, a grass volleyball court, a large stone firepit, and a playhouse for the kids.

If guests are wanting to soak in the sun at the beach, it's a quick four-minute drive to a great Lake Michigan beach, either Townline Beach in Union Pier or New Buffalo's downtown public beach. In addition, the Galien River is right around the corner, where you'll find kayak and paddleboard rentals available. Added amenities include a geothermal heating and cooling system and the convenience of a friendly caretaker in a separate portion of the lodge who can help you with any questions or concerns during your stay. Whether you're looking to spend your days on the beach, enjoy some quality family time, or simply hang out in a spectacular home, Harbor Country Lodge has it all!

THINGS TO KNOW
AT&T wireless internet is provided, but please note that it is not high-speed
Full kitchen (with a dishwasher)
Central AC
The pool will bThe pool is open from Memorial Day through Labor Day.
The pool will be heated to 84 degrees prior to your arrival. Temperature changes are not available, so as to protect the pool lining. The pool heater will struggle to keep the pool warm if summer temperatures are unusually cold.
A baby gate can be placed at the top of the stairs and a crib in the bedroom upon request. A high chair is also available for guest use.
A caretaker resides on the adjacent side of the duplex-style home . There is no direct access from the main house to the guest side.
This property is managed by Vacasa Michigan LLC.

Parking notes: There is free parking available for 7 vehicles.



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.
During your stay at this vacation home, you're just a quick walk from Glassman Park. The vacation home offers a private pool and a kitchen.
  • Air-conditioned home with private pool, kitchen, and washing machine
  • 7 minutes by car from Lake Michigan and 13 minutes from Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
This vacation home offers its guests barbecue grills and a garden. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Vacasa of Michigan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private pool
  • Heated pool

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking (max. 7 spaces)
  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Day bed

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Garden
  • Gas grills
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

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

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Waterskiing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Hunting nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 4432 sq ft (412 sq m)

Policies

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

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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 and a first aid kit
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

48480

Spacious Family Villa Near Beaches with Private Pool, WiFi, Firepit & Central AC Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 16 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 16 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Joyce m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large House for gathering
The house is as large as promised and provided several separate living spaces, tv spaces, game table space, and several seating areas to divide up the groups. However, the bedrooms will bring the groups closer. Kitchen is truly functional for group cooking and eating together. Pool was nice to have for the kids, but remember Michigan is up north so it did not get as much use as southern pools. Location is close to several really nice beach spots and historic sites. Although it feels like it is deep in woods, it is close to highway that allows easy travel to places, you definitely hear the very busy highway. There are rules for the property including a limit to cars and where they can park, which they fully enforce.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Megan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Golden Girls
I have stayed at VRBO rentals before but this location managed by Peggy went above and beyond to make our weekend special. We walked into our rental to find fresh made cookies and a very helpful binder explaining various aspects of the house. The kitchen and bathrooms were stocked which was a nice change from rentals I have had before that don’t even provide you with toilet paper. Small travel size soaps, shampoos, coffee filters, garbage bags, soap and whatnot was provided. The place was clean and cozy. There was plenty of room for our group to sprawl out. We saw Peggy a few times and each time she was very pleasant and friendly. We would definitely use this VRBO again and highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home Very clean. Has Everything!!
Loved it Would highly recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Large home with a beautiful view.
Very spacious home with lots of room for everyone, storage including 2 refrigerators, a well appointed kitchen. Unfortunately, the internet was unusable, not just spotty as listed. Found out the day we arrived, that a heated pool is no longer available. Plenty of towels, however, some beds did not have a top sheet, only the bedspread which did not look freshly laundered.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

6/10 Okay

Erin V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house, but pool wasn’t heated
This house is wonderfully located and has many areas for seating and catching up with your family and friends. There was even a basket of homemade cookies to welcome us. The only issue we had was with the pool and communication with the property management company. We rented the house since the pool was advertised as heated and we had 5 kids under the age of 12 that really wanted to swim on the holiday weekend. Before our arrival we were even given the option of heating it higher than 80 degrees for an additional fee. Unfortunately there was a cold snap the weekend of Memorial Day weekend (under 50 degrees at night) so we asked about paying extra to heat the pool above 80. We arrived to the pool being freezing cold and noticed the heater was not on. After calling, texting and emailing the management company several times and getting different answers to have someone fix it or turn it on, we found out on the last day of our stay that the owners are afraid of having the pool heater on and possibly breaking the heater if it is too cold (under 50 degrees at night). They did turned it on on the last day of our stay, but it wasn’t enough time to get it heated for swimming. Our kids spent a total of 10 minutes in the pool due to it being so cold. We were compensated for the lack of pool, but would have rather see our kids have some pool time. Great house. Great property. Well appointed. But the pool is only heated when the weather is warm, and the management company lacked responsive communication.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021