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Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Michigan City

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A white building with a tower, a covered patio with blue chairs and umbrellas, and a grassy area.
TV, DVD player
A wooden playground with a swing set and a slide.
Children's area
A beach with sand and grass in the foreground and a calm sea in the background.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Waterfall Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Sheridan Beach
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Michigan City

Close to the beach.At this vacation home, you'll be steps from Central Park and Waterfall Park. Lake Michigan and Lake Kai are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Central Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Lake Kai - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Waterfall Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Sheridan Beach - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Washington Park Beach - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 10 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬5 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.

Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families

Bedroom: 1 | Bathroom: 1 | Sleeps 4

Welcome to Caribbean Crib, a charming guesthouse in the heart of Beachwalk with a beautiful walkout balcony. Ideal for couples, small families, or even single travelers; this home has everything you need for a perfect getaway.

BEDROOM and BATHROOM SET UP
Main Level (Located upstairs of owner’s garage)
-Bedroom : Queen
-Balcony off of bedroom
-Bath: ¾ bath with stand up shower
-Pull Out Sofa

INDOOR GATHERING SPACE
Just up the stairs above the garage is Caribbean Crib. It is a cozy guesthouse complete with full kitchen, private bedroom with walk out balcony, and a comfortable living room. Enjoy breakfast at the bar or take your coffee and sit on the balcony for a perfect private space.

HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES
Large TV in Living Room with cable-tv, Wi-Fi, Linens.

LOCATION
Located right in the heart of Beachwalk, this cozy cottage is a short distance away from all the resort has to offer. In the summer months, weather permitting, head over to the pool to splash around or take out kayaks on Lake Kai. Bring your bait and take a stroll down to the pier for some fishing and soak in the beautiful scenery of the Lake Kai homes.

PARKING
Parking for 2 cars in the driveway.

HOUSE RULES
-No smoking or vaping indoors
-No pets
-No PARTIES
-No Prom Parties
-No Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties
-No fireworks
-Must be 25 years old and present for the duration of the stay to reserve.

PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED
Professionally managed means peace of mind during your stay. Front desk associates, housekeeping and maintenance staff are nearby should you need anything during your stay. It’s your vacation, we are here to ensure you enjoy it.

RESORT AMENITIES AND INFO * indicates a seasonal amenity.
4ft heated pool*, toddler pool, basketball court*, tennis court, bocce ball court, shuffleboard, Sandcastle playground, putting green, paddle boarding and kayaking*, catch and release fishing. Parking Passes ($5 each) and Wristbands ($15 each) are required for all guests ages 4 and up mid-May through September.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Ice maker
  • Paper towels

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Heated pool
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property Michigan City
1531-53005
Vrbo Property Private vacation home
Vrbo Property Private vacation home Michigan City

Frequently asked questions

How close is Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families to the airport?

This vacation home is 35.1 mi (49-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 7-minute walk from Stop 7 Beach and 10-minute walk from Sheridan Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Chip Casino (5-min drive) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (28-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families have a pool?

This vacation home features an outdoor pool.

Does Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families to downtown Michigan City?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Michigan City.

Beach Escape, Perfect for Couples + Small Families Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 53 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 53 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 53 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 53 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ronald S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake Michigan

Very clean and nice place. Just a short walk to lake michigan. Also located in a cool little community.with a lot of activities to do!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice rental

Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

William K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Clean and cozy

Fantastic property property located in a nice community of other vacationers. Lots of thing to do nearby. We recommend the property to anyone needing some R&R!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good for 2 people

Perfect for two people ! Cozy !
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Mason M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Michigan city.

Everything was good other then they gave us the wrong address of our condo when we checked In.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Shelby B.

Loved it!

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 guest house was the perfect size for me, my husband, and our 8 month old. It was really centrally located within the Beachwalk community. Easy walk to pool, beach hut, and the beach! Will definitely be staying here again!
Verified

8/10 Good

Jeni K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Loved the location and amenities. The only complaints were our outdoor shower to rince off sand wasnt hooked up, our tv never worked properly(and with a 2 year old was rough in the evening) and our toaster only toasted on one side, but over all i would go through beachwalk properties again!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Caribbean Crib

This property accommodates 2 well. It was well stocked with dishes and utensils, clean, comfortable, convenient and relaxing on deck. The owners are very kind and interesting. I would definitely recommend for a small group of 2-4.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Pam M.

Great time!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Loved the place. Just wished it had a dishwasher and a garbage disposal. Also instructions on how to run tv. We are not very IT savvy 😊
From a partner site

4/10 Poor

Jared L.

Rent only after it’s updated

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This small guest house is in a perfect location in the Beachwalk community. You are close to everything, but it’s on a very quiet street. The actual place has a bunch of little things that need fixed to make the stay more comfortable. As is the little things add up to make a vacation stay here annoying. Ceiling fans bang constantly, grill didn’t work, some switches are broken, and several other things that a long weekend of attention could bring this place back to a relaxing place. The Beachwalk management was amazing to work with and found us a different location to move to for the remainder of the stay. Maintenance did come over, but would be unable to do repairs without the owners permission, and us leaving the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
From a partner site

2/10 Terrible

Tess Q.

Caribbean Crib

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very dirty. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We arrived to find the space hot and smelling like vinegar. We immediately decreased the temperature via ac and turned on the fans. We noticed significant damage to the property (burnt countertop on either side of oven, poorly patched and painted spots on the wall, handles to kitchen cabinets missing, dirty floors in kitchen and bathroom, loud running refrigerator/freezer). The floor in the bedroom was damaged and very loud when you walked on it specifically the wall closest to the balcony. For a place that is advertised as accommodating 4 individuals we would have assumed they would have that many towels for showering. One two large towels, two washcloths, and one handtowel and only one roll of toilet paper. When we opened the pull out to use the bed, there were no sheets present. We hunted for some in the dresser and found crumbled up sheets that were dirty so we had to wash them in the washing machine and dry them before using which was time consuming on vacation. We rented a golf cart that we plugged in when the battery was low and came out to find it was unplugged by the owner of the place we rented who lived next door so the battery was low as we planned our trip around campus. The owner woman was rude when we greeted her outside. We will not be returning to this property and will not recommend to friends.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A guest from Normal, IL

Great stay for couples!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Situated just up a staircase above a garage, The Caribbean Crib is a great little hideaway for a couple or small family (or extra guests if you also rent the larger adjoining home). The property was immaculately clean and well-maintained. The location in Beachwalk resort was lovely, with lots of activities on the property but pleasantly quiet by 10PM. As the name implies, walking to the beach was a breeze: our toes were in the sand seven minutes from our front door. While our stay was only a few days, everything was here to make a longer visit comfortable: washer and dryer, and a full kitchen (even including a gas stove).A few very minor notes from the stay:• The A/V options are definitely in need of updating. Basic cable only, a DVD player that seems on its last leg, and very limited streaming on the TV that regularly crashed. The Wi-Fi worked well, however, and I would recommend bringing your own A/V equipment to save yourself some frustration.• While a dishwasher is listed in the property description, there is none. You’ll be hand-washing dishes. This wasn’t an issue for us but FYI.• Just about everything you could use was present in the very-well-appointed kitchen, EXCEPT no pizza cutter or pizza pan.As one of the few really small properties at Beachwalk this was a perfect fit for us and we had a lovely stay. Would definitely recommend the Caribbean Crib and would consider staying there again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jill A.

Fun Times at the Crib

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was more than happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We had a great time and loved the Caribbean Crib. It was perfect for 2 people.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn P.

Beach Walk

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Excellent overall. The exception was that we really needed the sleeper sofa and it was terribly uncomfortable, noisy and unusable as a bed. One of us ended up sleeping on the small sofa instead of pulling out the mattress. Also, the drawers in the living room cabinet are very difficult to open and close so putting clothes away was not an option either.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Indianapolis, IN

Nice little cottage

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The staff were great and the process was smooth. The location was perfect. It does have stairs so that is the main down fall. The floors were filthy but everything else was clean. No dishwasher like it advertises.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

fran k.

Caribbeancrib

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: Our stay was very nice next year we'd like to plan a little earlier to see if the rates are better but for last minute we were pleased with our condo and our experience
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Lauren T.

July quick getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: I have been coming to Beachwalk with my family for over 15 years which is why my husband and I chose Beachwalk for a quick summer getaway. The coach house was perfect size however, almost house amenities were very disappointing, especially for the price. There was no dishwasher so almost every utensil and plate we used had food residue on it from previous renters, the wagon was filthy and barely worked, only one burner of the grill worked and the mattress we could feel the box spring it was so worn in. I will never stay at carribean crib again especially when I can stay somewhere more updated in the Beachwalk resort for similar pricing. Very disappointed
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Monica A.

Caribbean crib

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: We loved our time at the crib. Close to everything& had everything our family needed to feel at home. Would definitely stay again-thank you!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nicole G.

Last minute getaway!

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: My husband and I had a relaxing last minute getaway to Beachwalk which is always a treat. Caribbean Crib was prefect for 3 nights with just the two of us. We grilled and cooked every evening. The kitchen was fully stocked with different items we needed. We ate all our breakfasts on the balcony which is narrow but fine for two. They also had a small table and chairs near the grill was nice. Would definitely stay again!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dave F.

Perfect for young family!

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: We wanted to do a quick long weekend at the end of summer before the kids are back in school. It had everything we needed to enjoy our little break. Kids are 7&9. I would say that we could do it another year or 2 and then they would be a little big for this little place. Wife and I do talk about it being perfect if we wanted to get away for a little date weekend sometime. We hit the grocery and brought a little food in. Tons of room in the fridge and kitchen are for whatever. We would take lunch to the beach, but there are plenty of yummy/fun restaurants within a short drive from this place that we enjoyed for dinners. Overall this is a great retreat for a small family or couple.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Melissa D.

Summer Fun

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great stay at Carribean Crib in Beachwalk. Ideal for two adults. Short walk to the beach and beach chairs and cart were available to carry our beach gear. Nice BBQ grill for the Crib. Outside porch with two chairs nice for watching people go by or catching the breeze.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Patricia L.

Great stay at the Caribbean Crib!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: It was wonderful!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane W.

Perfect vacation place

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: We had a great time. Our family of 13 rented both the Calypso and Caribbean Crib. We had fun going back and forth. There was plenty of space for all of us.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A guest from Clarendon Hills, IL

Fun Weekend!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was more than happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Staff was very helpful in servicing the unit as needed.The unit was very nice and needed some things to work betters.It was cheerful sunny and clean !
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Great 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: We loved it here, perfect for our family for a week's stay. Close to everything. We will be back!