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Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach!

Beachfront vacation home near Lake Michigan

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On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Dining
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 102000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Zoo
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Michigan City

On the beach.At this Michigan City vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 3 miles (5 km) of Indiana Dunes National Park. Stop 2 Beach and Washington Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Stop 2 Beach - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Washington Park Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Washington Park Zoo - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Blue Chip Casino - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

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

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬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.

Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach!

Our home has close beach access, recently renovated bathrooms, a huge yard with playset for kids, a large deck with firepit, 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, and enjoy grilling under the stars. No street for 90 feet, so you can enjoy the peace and quiet.

The home features a fully equipped kitchen, living and dining area. Wifi and streaming services 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! There are accessible pathways one block in each direction as well. Three bedrooms total, two with queen beds, and 4 twin/2 bunk beds. The second floor is a large loft 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. The backyard is truly a unique place to enjoy your morning coffee or wind down after a day at the beach. Plenty of space for kids to play on the playset or play soccer in the grass. This is our vacation home and we care for it as a second home, not a "rental".

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Gas grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Motor boating 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: 2,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

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

Rules

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!

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 50 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: One dog only, unless owner is notified .

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: House has a crib, pack and play, high chair

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 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 private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. 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.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! to the airport?

This vacation home is 39.7 mi (49-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is on the beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Chip Casino (19-min walk) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (25-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! to downtown Michigan City?

This vacation home is 1.6 mi away from Michigan City.

Charming Beachfront Home w/huge backyard, walk over dune to the beach! Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 55 out of 64 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 64 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Julie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Aimee was fantastic, very communicative and quick to respond. The house is charming and the location is ideal. I would be back in a heartbeat.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen W.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was a great experience for our family of 4. Comfortable beds, linens, clean towels and plenty of the things you need or want that make your stay feel like home away from home.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming beach house with everything you need for a beach vacation. Plenty of kids toys,beach equipment (umbrella and chairs). Short steep climb over dunes and your at the beach. Easier access down the road another very short walk. Plenty of sleeping rooms,crib high chair and a baby gate to block toddler from going upstairs. We used the outdoor grill for most meals. Indoor stove is old and small but worked for our needs. Bathrooms small,clean and tidy with plenty of towels. Outdoor shower with hot water amazing. We used it after our full days at the beach. We enjoyed ourselves every day. It was quiet,safe and cozy. Water pump never bothered me as some reviews mentioned. The house is small and old but we felt comfortable with my family of 4 adults and 2 children. Thank you for sharing your home with us. I love Lake Michigan
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Kerstin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location The location of this lovely beach house is its best feature. Steps from the beach, and only a short drive away from local attractions, shops, and restaurants. The house was beautifully decorated and gave the perfect beach vibe. The bathrooms were nicely updated, but a bit on the small side. We appreciated the soaps and shampoos that were available for us to use. The beds were very comfortable, and the linens were super-soft. The kitchen was equipped with everything, but the cooking area could use a little updating. The house was listed for 8, but may be more suitable for 4 adults and 4 children than 8 adults. We had 7 in our party, ages 15 to 59, and felt a little cramped when everyone was inside. The outside area more than made up for the space that was missing inside. Several decks with comfortable furniture, a space to grill, a fire pit, a playground area, and a well maintained lawn allowed us to enjoy wonderful evenings outside watching the sun set and connecting as a family. Everyone had a great time and I would choose this location again. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This house is the perfect location to enjoy the beach! We have stayed multiple times and keep returning due to the proximity of the beach! This house also has everything you could need when traveling with kids, so packing is a breeze. We stayed over the 4th and enjoyed fireworks over the lake.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place to stay

This was our second visit here I will say the house looks even better than the pictures ! They have updated and taken care of the home well. We love this place The communication with the owners is good
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Paul C.

Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little Beach Cottage

We stayed here as a family of 6 with grandma & grandpa included! So a total of 8! This was such a great location and so perfect running back and forth to the beach. It was sooooo nice to have all the beach essentials included. The outdoor space is amazing! We are outside so much! I had originally missed that there was no washer & dryer included but the host was so gracious and even offered to do some laundry for us as we were playing softball while we were there! We would love to come back!Any questions we had Aimee was super quick to reply and help out!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanine T., Metamora, Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beachfront home

This place has all the comforts of home. Very clean and cozy with a well stocked kitchen. Loved the large backyard and fire pit. So many extras for kids including many toys and the jungle gym. We contacted the host a couple of times and our questions were quickly answered. It’s a very short walk to the beach. We would love to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stanley m.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great beachfront stay

Proximity to beach is the best feature of this place. The yard and swingset are also great for small kids. Beds are comfortable, upstairs loft is very spacious. Kitchen was well equipped and overall everything was very good
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house so nice

I really liked this house and was very impressed with how well supplied it was! That was so helpful! I had read that there was a little path to get to the house so that was good to know before hand!! We loved the proximity to the beach and dunes. It was clean and comfortable Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Allyson D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Beach Cottage

The cottage was very clean and had everything our family needed. The location is great -- EASY accessibility to the beach and plenty of available parking. The walk from the parking lot to the beach was not an issue for us as others have mentioned. Just a short walk down the sidewalk -- nothing more than you would experience walking to/from a condo. The host was very responsive when we reached out with questions. Loved the outdoor shower! Overall, we had a great week at the beach. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claudia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for family with young children

We love this house! The location is the best we can ask for for a beach vacation, the grass yard and play set is great for younger kids and the adults enjoyed the deck with plenty of seating to chill. House is clean with everything we need. Host is communicative and replies fast to any question we have.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alice M.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Juli V.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Taylor K.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

10/10 Excellent

Tricia E.

Liked: Cleanliness

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

8/10 Good

Shaun K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice house with a few improvements needed

My wife, kids and I stayed here in late August 2022 for our annual summer vacation. We generally try to get a house right on the water to enjoy sunsets, the beach, and the serenity of what the Great Lakes have to offer. There were both positives and negatives of this property. First, the positives: - The large yard is great! Our kids (12 & 4) loved being able to play around in the grass and on the play place. - The outdoor living space and decks/furniture were spacious and very comfortable. It was a nice area to read, relax and sip your morning coffee. - A/C was great! - Proximity to restaurants, parks, the zoo, train station, groceries, etc. was really easy to navigate and convenient. - The beds were comfortable as were the amenities. - The air fryer! - There is a great grill on the property. The negatives: - There is no parking close to the house. While it is only a short walk down a crooked path, this is not advertised in the listing. It was only really a pain on the load/unload part of the trip, but should be noted in the listing. - The sump pump is loud - like, prevent you from falling asleep loud. It goes off every ~ 5 minutes. We actually debated leaving a few days early because of the poor sleep we were getting. Had we known this was the case, we would not have booked this property; it made relaxing inside very difficult. - There is only one view of the water from the house - up on the second floor. I can't recall if this was mentioned in the listing or not. - The trek to the beach is up and down a large dune (which is also responsible for blocking almost all views of the water). While it's great for getting your exercise in, it does make you have to really plan out your trip to the beach and what you're going to bring. There is no time in which you will say "I'm just going to run back to the house real quick". Plus, for the kids (and if you were to have any one elderly etc. with you) it made the trip to the beach difficult. Overall, I think this is a *good* property that is a new sump pump and a little additional info of the property description away from being *great* in order to level set expectations. At the price point, there are certainly other properties (that we have stayed in) that do not have these negatives.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Adorable beachfront house in a great location!

We enjoyed our stay at the beach. This house is so cute and has everything you need to for a wonderful stay at the beach. The sunset views are great! It is a great location to walk into town for a coffee, drink, or dinner. We are hoping to return again next summer to enjoy this house! It is also perfect for young kids. Our daughter enjoyed the play set and all the fun toys!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Tanya B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quirky Little Cottage Home

Overall, the cottage was an OK experience. The Sump Pump was very noisy at night. The air mattress that was supposed to sleep two, had a hole in it so we had to make due. My dog ran off because we didn't know from the photos that the left side of the yard was completely open. A few unclean areas, grill, spider webs outside and most of the doors didn't lock so there really wasn't any privacy. Maybe old school hook locks would work? The front 'Gate' needs to be completely replaced. But like I said, it's a quirky little cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beach Home

The cozy house has a beautiful view from the upstairs bedroom, plenty of outdoor seating options & a fun playset for the kids!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great getaway, steps from the beach!

Overall, we had a great experience. House itself was “as advertised,” right down to the long, narrow path to get to the house. It’s certainly on the older side, but nice interior updates make it harder to guess the age of the house. Hosts have everything ready to make the stay comfortable. Very proactive as well, as evidenced by a quick refrigerator replacement in the few hours between renters. Besides the proximity to the beach, big selling points are the expansive deck and large backyard - as unusual as a unicorn for a house so close to the beach! Two items to be aware of that we may have underestimated, especially with 2 younger children: 2 very small bathrooms, plus the climb up the sand dune to get to the beach. Still, neither would prevent us from returning. If you want to enjoy the summer sun, this house is a great pick!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022