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A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton.

Family-friendly stay near Indiana Dunes National Park

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Beach towels
Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5750 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Porter, IN
  • Place, Chesterton Art Center
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Lustron House
    ‪4 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chesterton

In Chesterton .You'll find Indiana Dunes National Park and Chesterton Art Center within 2 miles (3 km) of this vacation home. Lustron House and Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders are also within 3 miles (5 km).
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What's nearby

  • Chesterton Art Center - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles
  • Lustron House - 4 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • University of Chicago - 45 min drive - 46.9 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Wagner's Ribs - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬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.

A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton.

Right in-between The Dunes National Park and downtown Chesterton, you will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home. Things to look forward to: Less than 10 minutes to the Dunes and beaches or head 3 minutes the other way to downtown for food, drinks and plenty of small town fun. This charismatic home greets you with all new furniture, front porch, HUGE fenced yard, and local decor. You will fall in love with this family town so bring the kids!

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • 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
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 5 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Safe

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

  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Unit size: 750 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please wash your dishes and leave them on the drying rack.
Please pick up after your pets in the yard
Please leave the front porch light on.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 5 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
Long-term renters welcome
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. Long-term renters welcome. 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

Does A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. to the beach?

This vacation home is 3.7 mi (10-min drive) from Waverly Beach and 4.3 mi (13-min drive) from Ridge Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. ?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Blue Chip Casino (20-min drive) is nearby.

What time is check-in at A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. ?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. to downtown Chesterton?

This vacation home is 1.1 mi away from Porter.

A cozy home between the Indiana Dunes and town of Chesterton. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness
We really enjoyed our stay. The house was very clean, nicely decorated and comfortable. For those with a dog the fenced in backyard is an excellent place for dogs to romp. The location was really convenient to visit the Parks and downtown. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Ashli M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location was perfect for going to visit Indiana Dunes and being able to bring our dog
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunes

Amazing place to stay. Great backyard for the dogs. Nice and quiet neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dunes getaway

Had a quick weekend away with our dogs and the house was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Haley R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cozy pet friendly home

The house was in a great location for pets and adventuring. Being so close to the Indiana dunes was amazing. The host was extremely responsive and was respectful of my stay whenever the yard needed tending. I would recommend this home for anyone traveling with pets, the yard was great and fully fenced in!
Stayed 41 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen H., Saline, MI

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay near Chicago

We had a lovely short stay-house is very clean and has everything you need. Great fenced yard for our dog. Andrew was great to deal with, no issues getting in touch/getting a response. Sidewalks in the neighborhood and a playground within a short walk. We enjoyed watching some Little League baseball from the yard. Neighbors are friendly!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dog friendly convenience

Great yard for dogs, park nearby, dunes very close
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dave S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing would stay here again

The property was amazing and its nice a cozy and overall amazing. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect set up

We were in Porter for the weekend to visit family and this was the perfect get-away! We loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway to Visit Friends.

We had a wonderful weekend. The house was perfect for what we needed. The bathtub/shower is large and spacious. The main bed was extremely comfortable to our liking. There is a big fenced in backyard that allows your pets plenty of room to run around in. Just overall comfortable and felt safe.When we get time to visit our friends again we will definitely look to book here again first.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Super cute!

We really enjoyed staying here while visiting the NP. Would book again if we find ourselves back in the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Indiana dunes

We stayed too access the dunes national park, and had a great trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place

Cleanliness is my #1 requirement and it was perfect. Really nice and the beds were comfortable. We had our dog with us and the fenced yard was wonderful. We could sit out with him without a lease. It is close to a lot of things including Indiana Dunes State and National Parks. Our favorite destination was the walkway along Lake Michigan and the Galis arboretum. Perfect place to stay and the host Andrew was great.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome stay!

This little house was perfect for us! It had everything that we needed and a big fenced in back yard for our dogs to run in! The location was great, not in the city but only a 15/20 minute drive to the beach! I would highly recommend staying here and I hope to come back again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Close to Indiana Dunes, quaint little rental!

Property was clean, neighborhood was quiet. Perfect for our family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tierani H., Iowa, United States

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for kids and pets

Property was easy to find, quiet neighborhood. House is small, but spacious enough for 2 adults and 2 kids plus 2 dogs. Huge fenced back yard was perfect for my dogs and kid to run around. Clean, plenty of amenities provided. Quick and friendly responses. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect home near Indiana Dunes

This house was perfect for our family. It had plenty of space with the two bedrooms and a large backyard. All amenities for your pup such as dog bed and bowls. The street was extremely quite it a cute neighborhood that is close to several restaurants and only 5 minutes from the visitor center. The owner was also very responsive and super nice when I had some questions. We were only here for the weekend, but would definitely consider this home or his other home if we come back. The kids also gave their ratings - and said they loved the house (bunk beds, fire pit, easy tv usage 😆)
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brooke K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint

Perfect home, well furnished with everything we needed. The host was super responsive and wants to make sure your stay is the best it can be.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very pet friendly!

House is very close to the national park and minutes from nearby restaurants. Great fenced-in yard if you’re traveling with a dog. Host (Andrew) is very responsive! Would definitely recommend if you’re traveling to the dunes or are on a road trip and need a place to crash with your pet!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jason M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good experience overall

Good experience with owner. Very kind
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debra R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home and host!

My husband and I and our two small fur babies were in need of a local home to rent while our new home was being remodeled. This home fit our budget and location was a wonderful area to be since it was near the lake and all kinds of places to eat, hike and work. The home was well stocked with the necessities of what is needed and a huge fenced yard for our little dogs. Our host Andrew was always available and answered our needs immediately. Highly recommend!
Stayed 17 nights in Dec 2023