House - Rating 5 (11)

Lake Affect


Bedroom 4 bedrooms
Bathroom 3 baths
Half Bathroom 0 half bath
Guests 9 guests
Pets Not Allowed Pets Not Allowed

  • Location:        Union Pier
  • Type: House

Bedding Bedding
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Bedroom - Guest House
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen

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Bedroom - Main House
Sleeps: 2
1 Queen

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Bedroom - Main House - Bunk Bed
Sleeps: 3
1 Bunk

Bunk bed with full mattress on the lower part, Twin on the top

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Primary Bedroom - Main House
Sleeps: 2
1 King


Description Description
Welcome to Lake Affect, a beautiful home and guest house offered by Third Coast Vacations, a full-service vacation rental company run by locals who love Harbor Country.   
Welcome to your new favorite vacation home in Union Pier! This spacious lakeshore home is just 950 feet from the sandy shores of Lake Michigan at Center Beach! This beautifully designed getaway is set up to help you and your group make the most of our idyllic Michigan summers.
Step inside the spacious main house, where the open-concept living area is bright, beautifully furnished, and set up for relaxation. Whether you’re enjoying a nap after a day at the beach or gathering with friends and family, the main living space is perfect for connection. The large, fully equipped kitchen is ready for anything, whether you're prepping a large breakfast before heading to the beach or mixing up cocktails for a laid-back evening.
With three thoughtfully designed bedrooms, there's plenty of room for everyone. The primary bedroom features a plush king bed, perfect for unwinding. A second bedroom offers a cozy queen bed, and the third is a fun, versatile space with a pyramid bunk—great for kids or extra guests. Two spacious bathrooms with stunning custom tile work add a luxurious touch, making sure everyone has room to rinse off or recharge.
Outside, the home continues to impress. The huge front porch is the perfect spot to sip coffee in the morning or enjoy a meal al fresco. After catching a beautiful sunset at the lake, gather around the fire pit out front, where stories, s’mores, and stargazing await.
Need a little extra space? The separate guest house is a charming private escape with its own cozy kitchen, full bathroom, and a comfy queen bedroom. Whether you’re hosting friends, family, or just want a little extra privacy, this space is a gem.
With the beach just a short stroll away and all the comforts of home (plus a few extra), this Union Pier home is the ultimate spot to relax, reconnect, and soak up the best of lake life.
We’re not just another Vacation Rental Company, booking with us gets you access to the area’s experts. We know where to go because we live here and we love it. 

Staying with us gets you: Discounts for beach rentals,Concierge services, charcuterie delivery and more

For a walkthrough video of this home as well as other area info check out the Third Coast Vacations Youtube Channel. If the link doesn't work, just search Youtube for Third Coast Vacations.

Weekends Harbor Country is a partner company offering beach gear, maui mats, stand up paddle boards, corn hole sets, coolers, baby items, and more!

Want a charcuterie or s’mores board for your stay? Bougie Boards is a partner company that can help you with all these and more with free delivery to your vacation rental.

Discounts offers will be sent after your reservation is confirmed.

Amenities 33 Amenities
Inside
  • Air Conditioning
  • Bed Linens
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Dryer
  • Smart TV
  • Smoke Detector
  • Towels
  • Washer
  • Wifi
Kitchen
  • Coffee Maker
  • Cooking Basics
  • Dishes & Silverware
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
Nearby
  • Antiquing
  • Boating
  • Gambling
  • Golf
  • Health Beauty Spa
  • Hiking
  • Horseback Riding
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Shopping
  • Winery Tours
  • Zoo
Neighborhood
  • Wildlife Viewing
Outside
  • Bird Watching
  • Garden or Backyard
  • Patio or Balcony

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Reviews Rating 5 (11) Reviews
Rating 5
We had a wonderful time here. The house is somehow even nicer than the photos. the location being walking distance to the beach was perfect, and the house offered many different areas to hang out. The separate guest house, deck and lawn, and outdoor shower were highlights. We hope to stay here again!
Elle - Posted: 6/10/2026
Thank you for your wonderful review, Elle! We're delighted to hear you had such a great stay at Lake Affect. It means so much to know the home exceeded your expectations and that you enjoyed the easy walk to the beach. We're especially glad the guest house, deck, lawn, and outdoor shower helped make your time together relaxing and memorable. Thank you for choosing Third Coast Vacations, and we would love to welcome you back to Harbor Country again soon! ☀️🏖️🏡
Third Coast Vacations staff
Rating 5
We had the most wonderful time here and we’re already trying to plan a trip back asap!! The house was stocked with everything you could possibly need and more. Super close walking beach access. Very quiet and relaxing neighborhood. All of our beds were super comfy and it was overall a perfect long weekend stay for our family of 8. We can’t wait to come back asap
Lindsay - Posted: 3/23/2026
Lindsay,
thanks for the commentary on the house! We are a big fan of this property also. Please come back again and enjoy the lake for the summer!
Third Coast Vacations staff
Rating 5
House was in a great location, very easy to find.
Sarah - Posted: 1/7/2026
Sarah, thanks for staying with us. We hope you enjoyed bringing in 2026 in our area! Please do come back when weather is warmer. The outdoor space of the house is great and the home is so close to Center Avenue beach. But it's a quick walk to Black Currant bakery for some goodies. Thanks again.
Third Coast Vacations staff
Rating 5
This house was perfect! The pictures don't even do it justice. It was beautiful. Very cozy and perfect for our family.
Becky - Posted: 12/3/2025
Rating 5
This was the perfect place for our family getaway for thanksgiving! We all had the perfect amount of space and enjoyed hanging out by the fire and in the living room and kitchen. The guest house was also a perfect addition for our visit. Third Coast Vacations was also extremely responsive when we needed something (even on a holiday). Thank you!
Courtney - Posted: 11/29/2025
Rating 5
The location was even better than I expected. Very close to the beach, restaurants, and other activities.
Erin - Posted: 10/13/2025
Rating 5
Very responsive. I always appreciate good guide for what to do in the area.
Rachelle - Posted: 10/10/2025
Rating 5
Great floor plan
Well equipped kitchen
Plenty of games
Outdoor shower for rinsing off after the beach
Cheryl - Posted: 8/21/2025
Rating 5
We loved it! Had my bachelorette party here and it was so wonderful. The house is darling and the shed is so well stocked! The deck and Adirondack chair circles were perfect outdoor hang out spots and the outdoor shower was amazing. Short walk to the beach through the beautiful tree-lined neighborhood - what could be better?!
Malin - Posted: 8/10/2025
Rating 5
A beautiful home with everything needed inside. The short walk, to a very nice and not crowded beach was the best part of our trip. Also walking distance are a bakery, gelato shop, corner store and restaurant, that are all very good. We did have a slight issue during check-in but someone from Third Coast was there very quickly to resolve the issue.
Karsten - Posted: 7/12/2025
Rating 5
A Wonderful Family Vacation
My wife and our two children and their spouses and our two grandchildren had a great time here. This house is an easy walk to the beach, coffee shops, a gelato place and more. We all agreed we want to come back next year!
Dennis - Posted: 6/30/2025
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