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Landmark Home 1 Blk from Lake MI Game Rm & EV Chgr

House in Lakeside, MI

10 guests·4 bedrooms·2 bathrooms

Why you'll love this stay

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

One block from Lake Michigan, perfect for easy beach mornings.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Detached game room with premium tables provides evening entertainment for groups.

Style & Comfort

Style & Comfort

Sumptuous decor and chef-grade kitchen elevate every family gathering.

Property details

Sumptuous 4 BR/2.5 BA vacation home, just 1 block from Lake Michigan. Fully refurbished with reclaimed flooring, antique beams, custom doors, and fixtures. High-end kitchen, dining, and living areas with French windows. Living room features a stone fireplace, stylish couches, and a wide-screen TV. Three ground-floor bedrooms and baths with a second-floor bunk bed loft. Detached garage is a posh game room with high-end tables and a big TV. Covered patio, 4-seat dining, and bluestone courtyard. Quiet hours: 22:00 to 08:00. Pets: Allowed (maximum 1). Smoking: Not allowed. Events: Not allowed. Suitable for: children and infants. Reason: Children welcome!. Additional rules: From June 4 through August 26, 2026, this home has a 7-day minimum stay policy. For everyone's safety and to respect our neighbors, please stay within the marked property lines of the home. The field and area beyond the property line are privately owned and are not accessible to guests. The terrain may also be uneven or muddy, so please supervise children closely while enjoying the outdoors. To ensure a safe and compliant stay, all guests are required to complete identity verification prior to check-in. A valid government-issued photo ID will be collected and verified, and the name on the ID must match the credit card used for payment. When applicable, a background screening may also be required as part of the booking process. All guests are required to review and sign Juniper Holiday + Home's Guest Occupancy Agreement prior to check-in.. The minimum age to rent this home is 25. A non-refundable Accidental Damage Waiver is included with your reservation. This waiver covers accidental damage or loss to the rental property caused by you or members of your party up to a maximum of $2,000. This plan does not cover intentional acts, gross negligence, or willful misconduct. We welcome up to 3 dogs at this home at no additional charge. Please include the number of pets you plan to bring or let our team know after booking.  Out of respect for our staff and their families, we do not permit check-ins or check-outs on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day. Thank you for your understanding. Permit No: STR-25-0003 Classy, awe-inspiring, and sumptuous, this 1928 4 BR/2.5 BA vacation home, located just a block from Lake Michigan in “Harbor Country,” was once a local retail gathering place. Recently refurbished into a stunning residential home, it includes gorgeous reclaimed flooring from antique beams, custom doors, light fixtures, and hardware, as well as top-of-the-line plumbing fixtures. The kitchen-dining room-living room area—a massive, superbly well-lit space—features entire walls of French windows, original glass-block, and a wide array of seating options for meals: 4 chic stools at the white marble island, 4 leather seats around a circular marble coffee table, and a 10-seat reclaimed wood dining table. The beautifully lit living room has a classic stone fireplace at its center, stylish (yet ultra-comfortable) couches and chairs, and a wide-screen TV. In addition to the three bedrooms and bathrooms on the ground floor, there’s a second-floor sleeping loft, perfect for kids with cute bunk beds and a real (mini) teepee. All bedrooms feature top-quality bedding and linens, ensuring a sound sleep and sweet dreams for you and your guests. Black Door Bungalow can sleep up to 10. MAIN FLOOR Primary Bedroom: 1 King bed Bedroom 2: 1 Queen bed Bedroom 3: 1 Queen bed UPSTAIRS FLOOR Bedroom 4: Full-over-full bunk bed that sleeps 4 Another “extra” is the detached garage, which has been turned into a posh game room, with high-end shuffleboard and foosball tables, a big-screen TV, and a sound system. The exterior—featuring a spacious covered patio with cozy rattan couch, chairs, and a 4-seat dining table, leading to a bluestone courtyard—has been extensively landscaped with lush plantings, trees, and professional lighting. The home also includes a high-end kitchen, EV charger, and laundry appliances. In addition to being an easy walk from a majestic, crystal-sand Lake Michigan beach—and a super-short drive to popular beaches like Pier Street Beach and Cherry Beach—you and your guests can also enjoy the many activities afforded by being near Warren Woods State Park, which offers all sorts of woodland hiking and biking trails. The region’s largest recreational harbor provides countless water-related excursions and rentals, from fishing trips to boat, kayak, jet-ski, and paddleboard rentals, as well as day and evening cruises. There’s also the Acorn Theater, a local treasure for live performances by nationally recognized music artists, and a number of nearby breweries, wineries, brew pubs, and even an award-winning distillery for you to check out. Of course, you and your guests can also enjoy sampling to your heart's content the many popular restaurants, cafes, art galleries, boutiques, and antique shops just a hop, skip, and a jump away in Union Pier and downtown New Buffalo. Just 75 miles from downtown Chicago, New Buffalo/Lakeside is the gateway to Michigan and a historic Lake Michigan beach town. There are plenty of shops, places to eat, and recreational offerings. Beyond the legacy of summer fun, find a community of hosts and creatives sharing their love of art, culture, and craft throughout the year. New Buffalo is also the location for Southwestern Michigan’s first gambling casino, the Four Winds Casino Resort, and Silver Creek Event Center – the place for concerts featuring headliner entertainment plus conferences and special events. From June 4 through August 26, 2026, this home has a 7-day minimum stay policy. Road construction is ongoing through the end of spring and the beginning of summer under Chikaming Township direction. To ensure a safe and compliant stay, all guests are required to complete identity verification prior to check-in. A valid government-issued photo ID will be collected and verified, and the name on the ID must match the credit card used for payment. When applicable, a background screening may also be required as part of the booking process. All guests are required to review and sign Juniper Holiday + Home's Guest Occupancy Agreement prior to check-in.. The minimum age to rent this home is 25. A non-refundable Accidental Damage Waiver is included with your reservation. This waiver covers accidental damage or loss to the rental property caused by you or members of your party up to a maximum of $2,000. This plan does not cover intentional acts, gross negligence, or willful misconduct. We welcome up to 3 dogs at this home at no additional charge. Please include the number of pets you plan to bring or let our team know after booking.  One of the special qualities of the home is its remote setting, though that also means Wi-Fi signal can be less robust than in town. Guests planning to work remotely should keep this in mind, as the connection may not always support a dependable workday. We would be glad to recommend nearby cafes with stronger service. Out of respect for our staff and their families, we do not permit check-ins or check-outs on Thanksgiving Day or Christmas Day. Thank you for your understanding. Permit No: STR-25-0003

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Bunk Bed

What’s included

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Air conditioning

    Air conditioning

  • Heating

    Heating

  • Fireplace

    Fireplace

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wi-Fi

    Wi-Fi

  • Balcony

    Balcony

Guest reviews

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Dana

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October 2026

Space was comfortable for our family, including our small pup. Great walkable area, close to the beach access, quiet and charming. Highly recommend this rental space for family gatherings; the boys in the group enjoyed the game area especially. The wood burning fireplace is a nice touch, it was used every night, along with the outdoor fire area. The host was responsive and proactive; reaching out before our departure to check in on any repairs we may suggest prior to the next renters. This is a nice touch, as the current renter would most likely share any subtle nuances they might have noticed. Lovely space, well appointed, love that it is pet friendly, though doesn't feel like it, you all know what I mean. Look forward to our next stay!!

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Jayne

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October 2026

The perfect place for our family gathering, truly. Two blocks from the beach and of course, Juniper provided all that we needed. The wagon with supersized wheels for the kids, chairs and more. The house was so unique and beautiful. Coffee was on hand and the game room with a garage door opening with many game tables and TV was a real treat and again, perfect for our family gathering. We are so thankful!

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Jane

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October 2026

This was our second stay at this property. It’s a beautiful hope and well located, just down the road from the beach and easy to get to many local towns and businesses. The playroom is a nice addition if you’re traveling with little ones.

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Meg

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September 2026

My family had a wonderful stay at Back Door Bungalow over Labor Day weekend. Absolutely beautiful home. Juniper was a great host. Always responsive to any questions I had and very accommodating. Union Pier is a tiny laid back beach town. We will definitely be back!

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

Pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 25

No smoking

No parties

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