House in Michigan City, IN

Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated.

Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated.

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True lakefront property, steps to beach with giant lush grass backyard
House Extrerior, hardscape/firepit
Entry way to house facing sand dunes
Spacious wrap around deck w/ new dining table and furniture in 2022
Deck with dining table and furniture

Overview of Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated.

Reviews
4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space

Explore the area

Michigan City, IN
  • Popular LocationWashington Park Beach10 min walk
  • Popular LocationWashington Park Zoo17 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Chip Casino19 min walk
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Twin Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated.

This home was recently painted , first floor bathroom completely redone, and is full of charm! Located just 60 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from South Bend, this home is perfect for summer vacations, weekend winery tours, and Notre Dame sports weekends. A giant back yard separates you from Lake Michigan's beautiful Sheridan Beach! Relax on the large back deck,enjoy yard games in the back yard, or sit around the fire pit on the stone patio. No street for 90 feet, so you can enjoy the peace and quiet.

The home features a fully equipped kitchen, plus a living and dining area. Wifi and cable are included as well as a DVD player and Amazon fire stick . Front porch, deck with sitting and dining area, and hardscape stone annex with fire pit and gas grill make for easy entertaining. A huge back yard with outdoor shower offer plenty of green space, and the beach is a just a walk over the dune! Three bedrooms, two queen beds, and 4 twin/ bunk beds. The second floor is a large space and can accommodate an air mattress for additional sleep space (crib available). There are two full baths, one on the first and one on the second floor. Gas grill, beach toys, beach chairs, and numerous board games are all available for use. Linens and towels included.

Property manager

Aimee and Adam
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Lake view

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
We have a toddler, house is relatively child proof

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
One dog only, unless owner is notified .

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Absolutely no smoking in the house please
No Fireworks allowed
Please do not flush excessive toilet paper, paper towels, or sanitary items in the toilet. This is an older home with sensitive plumbing.
Please keep the sand at the beach and refrain from wearing sandy shoes in the house. The outdoor shower is lovely to rinse off the sand!

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this vacation home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Traveling with kids? Consider Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours nearby.

What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 10 min walk
  • Sheridan Beach - 14 min walk
  • Washington Park Zoo - 17 min walk
  • Blue Chip Casino - 19 min walk
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Game - 3 min drive
  • William B's Steakhouse - 3 min drive
  • Barker Inn - 5 min drive
  • Rocks Lounge - 3 min drive
  • Matey's Restaurant - 2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard,steps to beach!Recently renovated. located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michigan City vacation home is just steps from Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away. Michigan City Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.8/5

Cleanliness

5/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

4.9/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Beach Getaway
Though the actual cottage is not straightforward to get to, the owners were very good at communicating where to park and how to get there. It is evident that the cottage is well taken care of and cared about by the owners. The path to the beach is technically a public path but that was never a disturbance. It is a 3 minute (brisk) to 5 minute (normal) walk to the actual beach but again, not a problem if you’re prepared for it. Our family’s experience was wonderful, and if we ever head this way again, we will surely stay here!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
This property was in a great location and our family enjoyed staying there. Perfect for those with littles and for our elementary aged children. Walking distance to a beautiful Lake Michigan. If you are looking for a relaxing vacation, look no further.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

5/5 Excellent

Juli V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fairy Tale Vacation
My husband said this was the best place we've stayed in 42 years of going to beaches! We all loved it and hope to return. My youngest daughter is trying to figure out how to put together a conglomerate to buy Aimee & Adam out-that's how much she loved it. so many porch/deck options, big backyard and short walk over the dunes to the beach. You can faintly hear the sump pump but once we knew what the sound was it didn't bother us & didn't disturb anyone's sleep (& I am a VERY light sleeper). Only suggestion I'd have is if you don't like reusing a bath towel, might want to bring your own & bring napkins. Accommodations for the dog were great as well. Wally gave it two ruffs!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

Taylor K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing location
We absolutely loved the location and outdoor space of this property! The beach is so close and an easy walk over the dune, even the 22 month old could walk it. The kitchen is well equipped and the bathrooms have been very nicely renovated. The upstairs bedroom is very large and has tons of stuff for kids and babies, however does not have a door or well fitting baby gate for the stairs. The downstairs bedroom was very small and something to be aware of when booking. We did not use the bunk room but it was very cute and was nice to have the extra space. We spent most of our time enjoying the back deck and yard and the play set was a huge hit with the kiddo!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

5/5 Excellent

Tricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun getaway
I would like to say that overall this was a fantastic place to stay. I do like to leave some details on feedback for future guests that stay, as I always appreciate reading through feedback. The parking is not next to the home - so be sure to bring a rolling cart or rolling luggage to get your stuff to the house. Parking is about a block away and the path to the house is concrete so it is pretty easy to navigate. Be sure to have a flash light if you return to house after dark as the path is not well lit. The house is in great condition and has everything you need in the kitchen. Owner provides all the essentials (toilet paper/paper towels/trash bags/dishwasher soap/soap for shower, towels, etc. The outside seating areas are endless and the deck is fantastic! The fire pit was the bomb!!! Fire wood is not provided, so again just make sure you have a cart for hauling firewood back to the house. We were hopeful that we would be able to see the water from the back deck, but the sand dunes are too high (no complaint here - just want others to be aware). You are able to hear the water at times. There are two paths close to the house maybe a block away that provide a wheelchair platform to get to the beach. These are much easier to walk on versus the path next to the house that goes up the large sand dune. We did not know that someone would be showing up to mow grass and also had someone show up to spray yard. I think it would be nice to let guests know the date/time when someone may be there to do these things. We were sitting on the back deck and a little startled when someone showed up. I did notice that someone left feedback that the pump under the house was very loud - we did not think it was loud at all. We had no problems with loud neighbors or any problems with noise - it was very peaceful. Overall great place to stay and would be very kid/pet friendly. Nice large back yard with grass, which is very hard to find in areas close to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Aimee and Adam

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Adam and Aimee grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and currently reside in the City's Bucktown neighborhood with their rescue lab/ pointer and toddler son. Aimee is in management for a Genetic Cancer Testing Laboratory and Adam is an entrepreneur in the promotional products and real estate space. We both love the peace and quiet of this home in both summer and winter, although we prefer flip flops over boots.

Why they chose this property

We looked at one house and this was it! The charm of the home and close proximity to restaurants and Washington Park /Zoo/Marina were so wonderful but the cherry on top was the lakefront access and the beautiful grass back yard. We have worked to update the home while keeping the historic character in tact.

What makes this property unique

This home is located on the lakefront and does not have a access from a street making peace and quiet a priority.
It has a wonderful green back yard if you just want to hang out there and enjoy the deck and a game of corn hole. The house interior is charming with archways and original fireplace and sconces. We hope you find it as restful of a haven as we do. (But we are known to dance on the lawn to loud music too).

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