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8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck!

La Porte apartment with kitchen

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Dining
A pottery store with shelves of ceramics and a display table in the center.
Fridge, microwave, oven, coffee/tea maker
A two-story house with a wooden deck and stairs leading to a balcony.
A modern building with large windows, a sloped roof, and a gravel driveway.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroom840 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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La Porte, IN
  • Place, Horseshoe Lake
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪30 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

La Porte

In La Porte .Within 6 miles (10 km) of this apartment, you'll find Horseshoe Lake and Pine Lake. Unity Park and Legacy Hills Golf Club are also within 6 miles (10 km).

What's nearby

  • Horseshoe Lake - 6 min drive - 5.6 miles
  • Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center - 7 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Pine Lake - 7 min drive - 6.3 miles
  • Whittaker Woods Golf Course - 8 min drive - 8.3 miles
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 10 min drive - 10.0 miles

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 11 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Buffet at Four Winds Casino - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Fail road - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Four Winds Sports Bar - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Springville - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Timbers at Four Winds Casino - ‬15 min drive

About this property

8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck!

Pottery & Hands-On Lessons Available | 8 Mi to New Buffalo Beach

All you need for a stay at this La Porte vacation rental is your latest project and a creative outlook! Set on 5 acres, this 1-bedroom, 1-bath apartment is ideal for artists and nature lovers. Enjoy homemade meals on the deck, stroll by the swan pond, or take lessons from the homeowners — lifelong potters running a studio and gallery on-site! Need more inspiration? Find it nearby on the shores of Lake Michigan.

-- THE PROPERTY --

SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom: 1 queen bed
- Living Room: 1 full sleeper sofa

INDOOR LIVING
- Open floor plan w/ custom pottery throughout
- Books, board games, mancala

OUTDOOR LIVING
- Deck
- 5-acre property
- 3/4-acre pond w/ a pair of swans

KITCHEN
- Refrigerator, stove/oven
- Drip coffee maker (coffee provided), toaster, microwave
- Dishware & flatware, pots & pans
- Dining table

GENERAL
- Central heating & air conditioning, ceiling fans
- Washer & dryer, iron/board
- Linens & towels, hair dryer

FAQ
- No WiFi
- Homeowner on-site (separate unit & pottery studio)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Single-story apartment on 2nd floor, exterior staircase to enter

PARKING
- Driveway (2 vehicles)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Harbor Country hideaway on 5 acres, featuring a 3/4-acre pond w/ a pair of swans
- Winegar Pottery on-site: homeowner's pottery studio & gallery, unique pieces for sale, lessons available
- 1 mile to La Lumiere School
- 11 miles to Washington Park Beach: Lake Michigan access, shore, sand dunes
- 7 miles to Four Winds Casino
- 8 miles to New Buffalo Beach, Michigan
- 33 miles to University of Notre Dame
- 7 miles to New Buffalo, 13 miles to Three Oaks
- 26 miles to South Bend International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This single-story apartment is on the building's 2nd floor and requires an exterior staircase to enter
- The property does not have WiFi
- The homeowner lives and runs a pottery studio on-site, in a completely separate unit, and may be present during your stay
- Pottery classes are available for an additional fee paid on-site. Please reach out to the Guest Contact after booking if you wish to schedule a pottery class

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Property amenities

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • Unit size: 840 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

531120

Frequently asked questions

How close is 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! to the airport?

This apartment is 25.6 mi (35-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this apartment.

How close is 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! to the beach?

This apartment is 7.7 mi (12-min drive) from New Buffalo Public Beach and 10.6 mi (21-min drive) from Washington Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! offer free breakfast?

This apartment does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck!?

No, there is no casino at this apartment, but Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (16-min drive) and Blue Chip Casino (16-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck!?

Free parking is not available at this apartment.

Does 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! have a pool?

This apartment does not have a pool.

Does 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this apartment.

How close is 8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! to downtown La Porte?

This apartment is 6.3 mi away from La Porte.

8 Mi to Lake Michigan: Creative Retreat w/ Deck! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 2 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

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Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lorie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A hidden gem at the end of a driveway. Don’t let the outside fool ya… the inside was decorated with such creative detail. Standing on the top deck gives you the illusion of a tree house. Our girls trip was full of pottery classes ( with the homeowner's), shopping, a casino stop, sunsets on the beach, and dinner out with more friends. The homeowners were so sweet and welcoming. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our first time staying in LaPorte Indiana. The apartment was in the perfect location to visit places in Michigan, Indiana Dunes National Park or a day trip to Chicago. The apartment was very clean and well equipt. The one bedroom was large and had loads of storage. The area where the apartment is located is quiet and there is a small pond complete with a Swan to visit you! You can catch the Shoreline train at the Carroll Ave Station, which is a 10 minute drive away. I would highly recommend this little place as a nice get away for a weekend or longer. Check was very easy.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025