In the heart of Harbor Country, Carrie's Cottage is a haven for group gatherings. This charming duplex features three bedrooms, two full baths and a spacious great room on one side, while the other offers a cozy studio setup with private entrance. Take advantage of kayaks provided to explore nearby semi-private beaches or unwind in the large fenced yard with fire pit.
Carrie's Cottage is a duplex style cottage in Harbor Country that has two distinct sides perfect for group gatherings (both are included for the low nightly rate)! One side features three bedrooms, two full baths, full kitchen and MASSIVE great room ideal for hosting larger groups! The other side is a "studio" style set up with a third private full bathroom, and small kitchenette. The two units are separate and are both rented at booking unless otherwise requested. Each unit has it's own private entrance. The house has a large FENCED yard has mature trees, fire pit, and ample space to relax and hang out!
Short 5 min walk (less than 1/4 mile) to semi private beach (shared with 8 other homes) with TWO kayaks provided! We are located on a bluff so there are approximately 50 stairs down to the beach which may be diffucult for guests with health or joint issues. There is one rest bench along the way. Beach and bath towels NOT provided. No laundry facilities on site (laundromat about 1/2 mile away). Please note location of the property on map to Red Arrow Highway and train tracks. Train passes daily at approximately at 8a, 11a, 2p, and 8p. Pets must be crated whenever left unsupervised.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Hob
Kitchenette
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Bathtub
Bathtub or shower
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Fenced yard
Firepit
Garden
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near the marina
On a lake
Things to do
Boat
Kayak
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Hunting nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Water tubing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector or gas appliances (host has indicated there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
Fire extinguisher
Deadbolt lock
General
Garden
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Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
Bring own beach and bath towels from home. They are not provided.
Note proximity to train. Passes by daily at various times.
Any animals must be crated when left inside home unsupervised. Damage from pets will be billed to renter.
Access methods
Private entrance
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
About the area
Located in Lakeside, this holiday home is on a lake. Burnison Galleries and Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at St. Julian Winery - Union Pier Tasting Room and Ghost Isle Brewery. Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hunting nearby. Visit our Lakeside travel guide
Is Carrie's Cottage - Charming Duplex Style 3 Bedroom Cottage with Beach Access! pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much is parking at Carrie's Cottage - Charming Duplex Style 3 Bedroom Cottage with Beach Access!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Carrie's Cottage - Charming Duplex Style 3 Bedroom Cottage with Beach Access!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Carrie's Cottage - Charming Duplex Style 3 Bedroom Cottage with Beach Access!?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Carrie's Cottage - Charming Duplex Style 3 Bedroom Cottage with Beach Access! located?
Situated on a lake, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Burnison Galleries and Lake Michigan. Union Pier Beach and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve are also within 15 minutes.
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Really liked the layout, the added privacy of the studio was great though it could use a microwave, table or desk and a place to put clothes. The beach is great and the kayaks are a great added bonus.
This is our second time renting Carrie's Cottage and we absolutely love it. Perfect location to visit all the cute towns in this part of Michigan, walking distance to a beautiful beach, and plenty of space for adults and young children. We hope to be back again!
Perfect getaway house for three friends looking to relax. Would stay here again. All communication was prompt as needed and location to the beach was scenic and less than five minutes away!
This is a great location and was a good place for our family to gather for the weekend. The place was clean and we enjoyed the open room. Close to the private beach access and walkable to food. The new owners are working on providing additional amenities but a great place to relax with family.
Really nice owners who were very attentive to our needs . Beach down the road and beautiful. Lawn chairs available . Individual room air conditioners which sometimes blasted the air continuously was the only negative. Thanks for a lovely stay
Right on Red Arrow Highway with a short walk to the beach. TV didn’t work, but didn’t really need it. Plenty of space in the rental!! Loved the beach!!
The location was great, with several restaurants, walking trails, and the beach very close by. The lawn was a bit overgrown, and we had a little trouble with the locking mechanism, but overall we had a great time! The beach access was a quick walk with easy instructions, the chairs were a great touch, and the rooms were all comfortable. Thank you for a wonderful weekend!
The home was clean and roomy with everything we needed. I like the suite with the separate entrance for some peace and quiet from the younger part of the group! The beach was absolutely beautiful and just a short walk away, but prepare for a tough hike back, all uphill, when you’re done!
Nearby New Buffalo was a gorgeous beach town with shops and restaurants aplenty! Its public beach was also lovely!
We had a great trip, thank you!
We so enjoyed our stay at Carrie’s Cottage, the Beach access was wonderful! We enjoyed the walk & even the stairs, were great exercise! The Beach is BEAUTIFUL! Great communication! Property is just as pictured. Not fancy, but clean & close walk to the Beach! It was just the solitude we were looking for.
We had a small family reunion over the 4th of July - and this place ended up being a perfect arrangement! Great deck and fenced in backyard with large shade trees allowed us to spend every waking hour outside, comfortably, with pets. While located on Red Arrow Highway, noise was not a problem for us and this property has unique beach access privileges - which we very much leveraged. Owner was present and helpful / accomodating. We had a great stay!
We drank beer by the fire, hung out on the deck, cooked breakfasts, drank coffee and went to the lakeshore! Great location to our wedding venue at Blissful Barn. Bakeries, antique shopping was so much fun! This place has provided us with a great memory of friends and family. Our dog was comfortable too! Host Paul was very kind and accommodates us well!
The place was clean, with plenty of hot water and decent water pressure. The beds are comfortable and everyone slept well. We were not disturbed by the trains. The wood pile was very nice.
Paul, one of the owners, was very helpful. He was the right combination of helpful and available, but not intrusive.
We enjoyed our stay very much.
This was a 4 day getaway to relax. While there is no water view from the property, a short walk and some steps led us to the perfect semiprivate beach. There were umbrellas, chairs and 2 kayaks available to use. Despite it being mid September, the water was swimmable and the temps were high 80s. We brought our dogs with us and they loved swimming in the water. I can't speak to how busy it is during the peak summertime, but we had the entire stretch to ourselves. Loved that! We got to meet the property owner's dad who lives nearby. He was the greatest! He told us of a great pizza place (Villa Rosa), checked in to make sure we didn't need anything. He was available without being intrusive and we really appreciated how he looked out for us. We had not brought towels and he furnished them for us. The place was comfortable and had everything we needed to cook. The beds were comfortable. It could easily have held 7-11 people. We didn't stay in the studio part but it was adorable. My only complaint was with loud/older air conditioning units when trying to sleep, but they served their purpose. I used ear plugs without a problem, which I bring when I travel anyway. The host was communicative and helpful, and again, her dad made our stay even better with his kindness and how he looked out for us. We would stay there again for sure!
The great room was perfect for hosting our large family gathering. The beach was close by and incredible. We appreciated having access to all the beach chairs and sand toys.
Excellent stay, location is great, getting to the beach was tricky at first, and getting back up is difficult because of the dunes. Loved being off of the red arrow made it very easy to walk my dogs
We enjoyed our stay ay Carrie's Cottage, there was plenty of room in the great room for everyone to gather. The fenced in backyard allowed for the kids to safely play outside. Spacious deck for family barbeque nights. Beautiful private beach access is available. Enjoy!
This property was excellent for our beach vacation. Access to the private beach was wonderful! The fenced in yard was perfect for our furry friends that joined us! The owner was super friendly and helpful. Highly recommend for a no frills vacation house