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Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Michigan City

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A wooden deck with a grill, a table, and a sofa.
A residential house with a white picket fence, a small front porch, and a well-maintained lawn.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining table with chairs.
A two-story house with a white picket fence, a driveway, and a clear blue sky.
A kitchen with a stove, oven, microwave, and a slow cooker on a shelf.

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms1350 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Zoo
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Michigan City

On lake.Within a 15-minute walk of the vacation home, you'll find Lake Michigan and Blue Chip Casino. Canada Park and Stop 2 Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stop 2 Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Washington Park Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Washington Park Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Blue Chip Casino - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 1.3 miles

Getting around

  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • Michigan City Station - 19 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬17 min walk
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach

Hilltop Happiness is a charming 1940s beach cottage perched on a hill in Michigan City’s beloved Sheridan Beach neighborhood. Painted a cheerful yellow inside and out, the home is filled with sunshine, coastal touches, and a relaxed lakeside vibe from the moment you arrive.

This cozy retreat features two bedrooms and two full bathrooms, with a bonus sleeping area downstairs, comfortably sleeping up to six guests. The main level includes a king bedroom and a double bedroom, a full hallway bath with shower, a well-equipped kitchen, and a comfortable living room with a smart TV. Just off the kitchen, step onto the deck to enjoy outdoor dining, fire up the BBQ, and take in elevated views - especially beautiful at sunset.

The lower level offers a bonus full bathroom with shower, second living area, queen bed, and laundry facilities, perfect for spreading out after a day at the beach. Community stairs provide easy access down the hill to street level, making trips to Sheridan Beach on Lake Michigan simple and convenient.

Outside, you’ll love the adorable fenced front yard with classic white picket fencing. The location is ideal: walk to the beach, Washington Park Zoo, the marina, and enjoy nearby festivals, concerts in the park, and all that Michigan City has to offer.
Please note, this home offers open street parking, which is unreserved. Additional parking is located at the bottom of the beach stairs.

Professionally managed by South Shore Vacation Homes, part of The Wanderluxe Collection, Hilltop Happiness is a peaceful, well-cared-for getaway.

No pets. No smoking. No parties. No fireworks. Primary guest must be 25+ years of age to rent.
3-night minimum during peak season.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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
  • Unit size: 1,350 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

1531-280977

Frequently asked questions

How close is Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.8 mi (50-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Stop 2 Beach and 7-minute walk from Washington Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Chip Casino (15-min walk) and Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center (15-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach to downtown Michigan City?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Michigan City.

Adorable Hilltop Cottage by the Beach Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Susan L.

Hilltop Happiness Hiatus

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I grew up on the beach not far from this cottage, so it was lovely to experience the views of the lake and all the surrounding nature.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Katie N.

Perfect Family Stay

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This rental was perfect for our family vacation! We had 2 adults and 2 children and didn’t feel like we were at all cramped or on top of each other. The house was very clean and had all the amenities we needed for our 5 day stay. It was very close to all the restaurants we wanted to try as well as the beach. We were able to walk with our young kids to the Zoo without any issues! I would definitely recommend for future stays.
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Colten K.

2.5 out of 5. Beds are very very hard.

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Place is very nice. Great location. But beds are so tough that we had to go buy a 2inch foam mattress to get through our 2nd night. We didnt even stay a third night. Would not book unless they replaced the beds
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Mary Beth S.

Cute house

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Spacious cottage with a nice deck with a view. Clean, comfortable. The steps to the beach were conveniently located, however overgrown in places which made it cumbersome to pass when carrying gear to and from the beach. Overall, a great beach and lake experience. Loved having the outdoor foyer to leave shoes and beach toys.

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