Title: Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=168440&destination=Union+Pier%2C+Michigan%2C+United+States+of+America&selected=19091538&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design ## Photo gallery for Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design (Union Pier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19091600/19091538/82d7173a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design (Union Pier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19091600/19091538/05c467f0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design (Union Pier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19091600/19091538/w799h600x1y0-7c45301c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![On the beach, beach towels - Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design (Union Pier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19091600/19091538/8faa288a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design (Union Pier)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19100000/19091600/19091538/16474c71.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Experience the perfect blend of relaxation and charm at this Union Pier home, where a private beach is just steps away. Unwind on the large screened-in porch with comfortable seating, or step inside to a refurbished great room featuring an open post and beam floor plan, gourmet kitchen with Viking appliances, and cozy fireplace. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Air-conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design The private Gowdy Shores beach is just 5 houses away from this Union Pier home. With a large screened-in porch featuring generations-old wicker furniture seating - including a chaise lounge perfect for reading a book and a long couch, great for afternoon naps! There is also a small table, great for small meals or serves perfectly as an outside office. Step into the great room you are greeted by a recently refurbished home, features include an open post and beam floor plan, including a great room with vaulted ceilings, fireplace, and gourmet kitchen. The kitchen was renovated in 2012 and now includes a Viking cook-top with griddle, double oven, microwave, Cuisinart, stand up mixer and many kitchen utensils. The large kitchen island features a bi-level granite counter top and seating for four, stainless steel dishwasher, double basin stainless steel sink with a restaurant-style sprayer faucet. In the dining area, you will enjoy meals on the 12-foot long custom made cherry table. The living room has a fireplace, complete with granite surround, gas starter, ample wood storage. Enjoy a fire and great conversation in the over-sized Restoration Hardware leather couch with matching ottomans. The room also has a 42' Samsung Smart TV complete with a Netflix subscription for your use. The house sound system has an auxiliary cable to allow you to plug in your music via your player. Beyond the great room, there are 4 bedrooms (three queen beds and a twin trundle bed), including a second-floor sleeping loft with skylights. There are two bathrooms - one with a bathtub and the other with a walk-in shower. Keywords: Cottage ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach towels ### Ski - Cross-country skiing nearby ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Music library - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Gravel flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Limited housekeeping - Phone - Safe ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - On a lake ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Snowmobiling nearby - Swimming nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Cottage (4 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94960000/94958500/94958405/f2329f69.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Upscale Family Retreat w/ Fire Pit, Walk to Beach! 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Thank you ! Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Please keep noise to a conversational level on the screened in porch after 10:00 pm. ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation Note from host: Pets are allowed with a $50 Pet fee ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### 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 On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Gowdy Shores Beach House Private Beach Union Pier Gowdy Shores Beach House Private Beach Gowdy Shores Beach Private Beach Union Pier Gowdy Shores Beach Private Beach Gowdy Shores House Private Gowdy Shores Beach House Private Beach! ## About the area Located in Union Pier, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Lake Michigan and Edward and Elizabeth Leonard Wildlife Preserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Round Barn Union Pier Tasting Room and Local. Travelling with kids? Consider New Buffalo Pere Marquette Depot and New Buffalo Railroad Museum. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the snowmobiling and sledging. [Visit our Union Pier travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Union-Pier.dx168440) [View more Cottages in Union Pier](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Union-Pier-Cottages.d168440-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.82363%2C-86.70537&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LZNjobIhbiLsBatMEQYs4Djs7oE=) Union Pier, MI ### What's nearby - Union Pier Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Townline Beach 8 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Wilkinson Village Heritage Museum 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Gordon Beach 2 min drive \- 1.1 miles - Four Winds Casino New Buffalo 7 min drive \- 4.8 miles ### Getting around - New Buffalo Station 6 min drive - South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) 46 min drive ### Restaurants - The Buffet at Four Winds Casino 12 min drive - McDonald's 7 min drive - Four Winds Sports Bar 12 min drive - Timbers at Four Winds Casino 13 min drive - The Stray Dog Bar & Grill 6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design? ### What time is check-in at Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design? ### What time is check-out at Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design? ### Where is Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Walk to Private Beach, Great screened porch, Chefs kitchen, Open beam design Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 61 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane C. 2 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Our family and friends and dog loved this home! We have been vacationing in this area every summer for almost 30 years and this is definitely one of our favorites! Great location, short walk to the beach, super clean home that has an amazing and stocked kitchen - the hosts have thought of everything! Thank you!!! ##### Jane C. Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### John T. 14 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is a great beach house, not fancy—- funky but fun. Neighborhood is quiet, and beach is close. We have no complaints and would definitely recommend. Chris was excellent host. ##### John T. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amanda A. 24 Aug 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect beach house Perfect beach house in Union Pier! Cute, comfortable and a short walk to a beautiful private beach. House fully stocked with everything you need. Host was very responsive. ##### Amanda A. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Angela D. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Family Vacation Home! Beautiful, friendly neighborhood, and a comfortable home away from home, with everything you need for a great vacation. Close to the water for beach days and quick day trips to Chicago see the big city sites. Just remember to bring your bug spray so you don't get carried away by mosquitoes! Our family had a wonderful time relaxing on the beautiful private neighborhood beach and enjoying some local fun spots to eat and have fun. Would recommend to all! ##### Angela D. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jeff R. 26 Jun 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Summer Escape with the dogs We had a terrific stay at the 4 Seasons Bungalow! Our family of 5 plus our two dogs found plenty of space to relax and recharge in the beautiful house. Our kids loved that they each could spread out in their own rooms. We loved cooking in the kitchen and spent each morning drinking our coffee on the porch after walks with the dogs through the laidback neighborhoods and woods. Our afternoons were spent on the beach. Loved seeing the deer as we walked to and from the beach. Sunsets were everything we expected, breathtaking. Late evenings were then spent in the great room filled with laughter and relaxing. Enjoyed eating out at some great restaurants and even found a terrific sailboat ride with Captain Steve at New Buffalo Sailing to watch the sunset from on our last evening. A perfect ending to our perfect escape. The house has everything you could need and the neighbors were very welcoming and helpful. Chris is a great host. Took the time to explain some of the nuances of the house. We’ll definitely be back again. ##### Jeff R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024 Verified ### 8/10 Good #### D T. 6 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Cool architecture and short walk to beach. Great location! Loved the architecture of this space. Loved that there was a place for everyone. The house is COOL! The screened in porch was great. Beds were comfortable. The main area is GREAT for family gathering! Landlord was very attentive to any very minor issues that came up. This is a well loved and looked after home. It was wonderful that our dog and cat could come along and there was room for them. The wood floor allowed for easy sweeping. THE BEACH IS AMAZINGGG after a short forested walk. There is just one thing to be aware of. There really isn't any easy yard access or comfortable outdoor eating area. If you walk around to the back of the house, there is a fire pit in the grass. The mosquitos were harsh in this forested area. You know that though from the word...forest. No place for a dog to hang out. Dog hours are restricted at the beach before 11, after 6\. Easy enough to work around but they are serious about it. I imagine this place would be amazing off-season too. Just a very relaxing visit in an easily accessible location. Best parts are the house itself and the BEACH! ##### D T. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Megan o. 12 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We just had a fabulous stay at this house. Perfectly comfortable for our family of 5 plus dogs and nice short walk to a pretty private beach ##### Megan o. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane S. 16 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The home more than meet our expectations. There was great attention to detail and comfort for guests. ##### Jane S. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### T&B G. 25 Aug 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy We returned because we enjoyed this so much the first time. Charming house with "beachy" vibe. Owner is exceptionally helpful and easy to work with. ##### T&B G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ethan 12 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Good times. ##### Ethan Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph J. M. 25 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great! Another great stay, as always. It was great to meet you and hear of the history. ##### Joseph J. M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Joseph J. M. 30 Jul 2018 #### Another awesome stay We have been vacationing at Union Pier for many years and we keep coming back to Four Seasons because it truly suits our needs and is a fun stay. A good place run by good people. Thanks, The Montgomerys and Riesens. ##### Joseph J. M. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2018 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### C N. 26 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Fantastic beach cottage tucked away in Gowdy Shores! Just a short walk from the beach trailhead, and filled with personalized touches that really made the place feel like home, my family loved our week long stay here. If you are someone who likes to cook (we are), the kitchen is a chef's dream...fully stocked with anything you could need to make whatever your heart desires. The beds were comfortable, and I appreciated the extra fans in each room for white noise and some air circulation at night. Chris is a fantastic host who has thought of everything you might need (cleaning supplies, food storage, flashlights and first aid kits...just to name a few) We loved the front porch and the game cabinet. Everything about this place speaks to comfort, relaxation, and love. Thanks for having us! ##### C N. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Naomi S. 9 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great family rental Loved this cottage and location. Nice little walk to a lovely beach. Fun friendly summer vibes throughout the neighborhood. The house was more spacious than the photos made it look, and it was well stocked with everything we could have wanted including kitchen stuff, games, beach chairs, and firewood. Chris was a pleasure to communicate with prior to arrival and upon check-in. We'd love to stay again future summers. Thanks! ##### Naomi S. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ellen D. 14 Sept 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### all the things you want in a vacation spot! Four Seasons is such an inviting, comfortable and relaxing cottage. You feel welcomed the minute you walk in. The screened in porch was our favorite spot, but we also enjoyed gathering around the big farm table and in front of the cozy fireplace on cooler evenings. The kitchen was a joy to cook in and was very well equipped. Chris was great at communicating and making sure we had all the information we needed. We highly recommend his cottage and would happily stay there again! ##### Ellen D. Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Catherine O. 11 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### The homey, eclectic and well stocked cottage has everything you need to truly enjoy your stay. We absolutely loved the Four Seasons Cottage! We had a wonderful family vacation. The cottage was just what we hoped it would be - close to beach, nice community and beautiful area to walk and explore. For us, it was the perfect beach cottage. The open floor plan and large island in the kitchen made a great gathering place. We had some memorable meals at the beautiful long wooden dinning table (which I believe the owner made). Evenings were spent on the comfortable front porch or at a beach fire. The owner was welcoming and extremely helpful. The entire family is looking forward to returning next year! ##### Catherine O. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Verified traveller 2 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Sisters-in-law gathering This was a 5 star experience from the moment we connected with Chris, he is a seasoned host and so kind. The home is beautifully appointed; a dream chef's kitchen, cozy living room, comfortable bedrooms & bath, outdoor fire-pit, and incredible screened-in porch. In the event of inclement weather, one can find a treasure trove of games to play at the dining table suited to gather the entire family. The sandy private beach is just steps away from the home! Looking forward to returning in the years to come. Thank you for sharing this special place. ##### Verified traveller Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Katie H. 28 Jul 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful Stay! We loved our stay at this charming cottage in Union Pier! The cottage is lovingly decorated and comfortable and it was extremely well stocked for a rental property. The screened-in porch is absolute heaven. The beach is beautiful and just a short walk away through the woods. Chris could not have been more helpful in answering our questions and making sure we had everything we needed for our stay. One thing to note is that there isn't much of a yard, which makes it a little tricky if you have a dog or young children. But you can certainly soak in the outdoors on the porch, at the beach, or on walks through the neighborhood. Highly recommend! ##### Katie H. Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2020 Archival ### 10/10 Excellent #### Paige G. 12 Jul 2016 #### Our favorite cottage in Union Pier! This was our fourth time staying at The Four Season Bungalow and again it exceed our expectations. Chris is such a lovely host who truly cares about your comfort and enjoyment of his home and the surrounding areas. I probably emailed him 5-6 times prior to our arrival with silly little questions and he was very quick and gracious in getting back to me. Once we arrived, we were very pleased to see how well maintained the house is...and we were thrilled with all of the upgrades including a new island and beautifully expanded screened in porch. We lazed our days away on the beach, napping on the screened in porch, visiting the local micro-distillery The Journeyman and hitting our fave spots including: Red Arrow Roadhouse and The Whistlestop. Our children played in the sand and we enjoyed stunning sunsets. Pure Michigan indeed. ##### Paige G. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2016 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Pamela D. 10 Aug 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely two week stay Chris was super responsive and gave us tips on how to most quickly get to the beach, etc. It was a short walk to the beach, and two wagons were available to carry chairs, umbrellas, body boards, etc. There was also firewood for beach bonfires and for sitting around the fire behind the house. We especially enjoyed having a bonfire at the beach at sunset, which was so beautiful and a really nice scene with folks gathering to drink wine and have the dogs play on the beach. The house was very comfortable and impressively clean. I knew right away that the house had been used for some serious cooking because the kitchen was the most well stocked I have ever seen, especially in a rental, and the cookbook collection is extensive! My husband and I were there with our three kids and there was plenty of room. My 10 y/o son really enjoyed what we called the "bird's nest" (the loft bedroom), which as other reviewers mention is not very private, but it is a fun perch for kids. In addition to the beach, we went blueberry picking at both Stateline and Blueberries of Indiana (both within about 15 minutes of the house)--both farms were great; use bug spray! We also ate outside at Journeyman in Three Oaks (also about 15 min from house), and they did a great job of observing safety guidelines for COVID. On Saturday and Sunday you can walk from the house to the farmer's market at Skip's and get fresh vegetables and flowers. We rented paddle boards from Red Arrow Ride, which is minutes away and they deliver. My daughter and I had a wonderful scenic bike ride from the house all the way down Marquette to New Buffalo. All in all, a great house in a great location with lots of activities to offer! ##### Pamela D. Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### JOANNE R. 14 Sept 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family getaway We all had a wonderful time at the Union Pier house. It was very well supplied with kitchen accessories, beach toys, chairs, towels and wagon. The walk to the lake was very pleasant, down a couple of blocks and through the woods to a very nice beach. Great location in a house with tons of character! Thanks Chris! ##### JOANNE R. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tim G. 30 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great Beach House We thoroughly enjoyed "The Four Seasons Bungalow". Great open concept front room / kitchen. Short enjoyable walk through a quiet neighborhood to get to the beach. Chris, the owner, was a gracious host who was super easy to work with. Even the neighbors were nice(!). ##### Tim G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lilly F. 21 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beach getaway We really enjoyed our time in the beach bungalow! It was one of the most relaxing vacations we had since we could just walk to the beach with the kiddos in the wagon. Grocery stores and restaurants were close and easy to get to.The owner Chris was very responsive to our needs. We will be staying again. ##### Lilly F. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bill G. 15 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location right near beach. Chris' house is just as described. First of all the beach is a short walk of about 5 minutes and as opposed to some of the rentals I have had in the area the beach has plenty of room (there were six of us). Communication with Chris was great including any questions I had before our stay. Internet was down due to a big storm that had rolled in and Chris was in constant communication. We really enjoy cooking at home and the kitchen is spacious with everything you need and the living area is great also. Nice screened in porch to. We will be staying again. ##### Bill G. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022 Verified ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hanna B. 6 Aug 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great vacation! Great house and beach for our vacation! ##### Hanna B. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022 ---