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Charming Michigan City Cottage

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Michigan City

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Dining
Smart TV, books, computer monitors
Property grounds
2 bedrooms, desk, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Michigan City

Close to 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 Beach are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Washington Park Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Blue Chip Casino - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Sheridan Beach - 17 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bartlett’s Fish Camp - ‬20 min walk

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 Michigan City Cottage

Enjoy a getaway steps from Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach in this cozy cottage that is great for quiet comfort, family fun, a romantic getaway, or a weekend with close friends. There are many activities nearby including Washington Park Marina/Park/Zoo, Sheridan Beach, Blue Chip Casino, Lighthouse Premium Place Outlets, and downtown Michigan City restaurants, all a short walk or bike ride away. The area also has several wineries and breweries. Additionally, for those wanting to enjoy concerts, sporting events or a day trip exploring Chicago, the South Shore Line now offers a 67-minute train to Chicago from 11th Street in Michigan City, which is approximately two miles from the cottage.

The beach is just a five minute walk from the front door. We provide a beach wagon, two beach chairs, an umbrella, beach towels, a cooler, a few ice packs, and some sand toys for your enjoyment.

The serene back patio is surrounded by trees and is great for relaxing in the evenings. A grill is provided but please clean this after use.

The charming house features 1 queen bed in the primary on the main floor and two double beds in the upstairs loft. There is one full bathroom with a shower. A hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner and lotion are provided for your convenience. The home has a television with a Roku for you to log in to watch your streaming services. We also have WiFi and a small selection of books to borrow for your next good read.

Fall in love with Michigan City and enjoy the magic this peaceful cottage has to offer.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

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

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 700 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

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 indicated 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 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 smoke detector in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Michigan City Cottage to the airport?

This vacation home is 33.7 mi (45-min drive) away from the South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Michigan City Cottage have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Michigan City Cottage to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 8-minute walk from Stop 2 Beach and 11-minute walk from Washington Park Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Michigan City Cottage offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Michigan City Cottage ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Chip Casino (17-min walk) and Four Winds Casino New Buffalo (23-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Charming Michigan City Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Michigan City Cottage ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Michigan City Cottage have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming Michigan City Cottage have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Michigan City Cottage to downtown Michigan City?

This vacation home is 1.4 mi away from Michigan City.

Charming Michigan City Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The cottage was clean, comfortable, and close to the beach. Everything we needed was provided: from kitchen and cooking supplies to beach chairs and coolers. We enjoyed our stay greatly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness
This beach house was a perfect fit for me, my 3 teen/adult children, and my dog. Check-in was as simple as making a phone call to the owner to let her know we had arrived a bit early, but she was very accommodating. We loved that the beach and zoo were all within walking distance from the house, and we even ventured further and walked to the lighthouse museum. Kitchen had plenty of coffee so I could spend my mornings relaxing in this comfy cottage. It was a very hot weekend, but air conditioning worked great! It was a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute and charming tiny home near the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute cottage which was perfect for our quick gamily getaway from the city! Close to beach, pet friendly, and home has everything you’d need. Host Jamie was super responsive and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay. The home was clean and comfy! Perfect location for walking to the beach. Communication with the manager was great, answered every question, helped with anything we needed! Highly recommend, will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean, felt like home! The property had plenty of items avaliable for use, more than any other place i've stayed. We explored the beach, the pier, & the zoo. My kids absolutely lovrd it also! Theres a nice back patio, we had a BBQ and enjoyed the table firepit. This will definitely be our beach stay away from home from now on!! Easy walk to the beach was my favorite! Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little cottage

The cottage is adorable. It offers all the amenities needed for a comfortable stay. Jamie is very responsive to questions and even had a broom & dust pan delivered to the door when I asked about having something to sweep up sand.It is a short walk to the beach and a short drive for eating & shopping. My daughter and I enjoyed our stay and would return again. My 1 suggestion is to add a ceiling fan to the bedroom ceiling. Menopausal women like myself would appreciate the extra air circulation while trying to sleep. LOL
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Friends and Family 4th

We really enjoyed the cottage. The location is perfect for beach, restaurants and activities. It is clean and well stocked with everything you need for a beach day. The bathroom was updated with very nice fixtures. It is located in the main floor bedroom. The patio is large and has a table for 6 with additional chairs. The A/C was very comfortable and worked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect little bungalow

This adorable little bungalow is so close to the beach, it felt like we were in Hawaii without the prices. Wonderful location and adorable cottage everything we needed for the beach and we even enjoyed some local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Get Away

Was a great stay and everything was as advertised! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect getaway

Quick walk to the beach. Lovely neighborhood. Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely lake cottage

This is our third summer staying at this cottage and it is always clean and well maintained. The location is great being just a few blocks from the lake, close to the zoo and close to restaurants. The neighborhood is quiet and very family friendly. This is a great spot for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect small family beach getaway!

Very nice place, close to the beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy Beach cottage

Short walk to the nice beach in a nice neighborhood with an update clean house with plenty of room way better than any hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Melanie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute cottage near beach

We enjoyed our stay. The house is about a 5 minute walk to the beach. We also walked to the zoo, which took about 10 minutes. The location is great. The only negative was the bathroom shower was pretty moldy in the corners. The bathroom could use some upgrades. The house was overall clean and comfortable in great location for visiting the beach. Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Gennadii S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation in Michigan city

Our family had a wonderful fun time all week in this small cozy house located near the beach we liked everything thank you for the hospitality
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Norine H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wine getaway

Lovely little cottage, perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

4/10 Poor

Alysia H., Indianapolis IN US

Disliked: Cleanliness

Cleanliness issues

Owner corrected issues after we contacted vrbo customer service
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kira S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Just right.

Just right for my two teens and dog and me. Beds were comfy. It had enough kitchenware to cook and serve a couple meals. Neighborhood was cute and quiet. And the beach! The best. Short three block walk to an accessible beach access path.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie G.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Great Retreat for Family Time

My husband, my 14 year old daughter and our 1 year old Havanese (first time traveler) had a very relaxing and fun time! We had lazy mornings, walked to the beach (like 10 times), the zoo, watched the sun set and did a 300 piece puzzle! We read books, listened to music, visited Dune Billies (ate delish food and bought T-shirts!). We shared friendly banter with locals and other visitors, too. Awesome memories that we will cherish!! The cottage had everything we needed and was just perfect in every way! We hope to visit again soon 💕.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cathy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

March stay

Overall everything was great. Had a little hiccup at check in with the code provided not working, but we were able to contact the host and fixed asap. Cozy little spot to respite for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Myra R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing

Nice place for us, our two adult children and dog. Short walk to the beautiful beach and we enjoyed hanging out in the comfortable living room.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend getaway

Excellent little house for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Debra R.

Pet friendly in Michigan City

Found this place for its pet friendly status and close to Indiana Dunes. For those reasons, it was great. However, when checking in, we found the unit to be not what we expected. The bathroom was bad. Fortunately the host quickly moved us to the other unit. This unit was better, but in all honesty both units need some serious upgrades, especially the bathrooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judith B., South Bend

Liked: Cleanliness

ND vs Ohio State Game Weekend

Had a great time and this property was perfect for our group. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023