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Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 beach

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A two-story house with a front porch, a covered patio, and a small garden area.
A living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table, and a television.
A living room with a sofa, a coffee table, and a suitcase. There is a painting on the wall and a lamp on a side table.
A compact kitchen with a stove, microwave, and cabinets.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a patterned rug.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors

    Guests love the outdoor space here.

  • Beach equipment

    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near Washington Park Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

2nd Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

First Floor Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 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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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 30

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

House has a crib, pack and play, high chair

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit one pet total)

One dog only, unless owner is notified .

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1075755vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Consider Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center for a night out or Washington Park Zoo if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Stop 2 Beach - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sheridan Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 beach?

As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 beach on 4 June 2027 start from AU$5,150, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Beachfront Home, large backyard and deck, walk over dune to stop2 beach located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michigan City holiday home is just steps away from Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away. Michigan City Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at the property. Close as you can get to the beach. Tons of outdoor space to enjoy backyard was perfect for kids!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The broken up sidewalk made it difficult move in all of our stuff. The sump pump kept kicking on every few minutes and was disruptive for our sleep. The host was responsive to my text message. The location was good. The back yard and deck was very nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Sept 2026
Hello Donna, I am sorry that your stay was disrupted by the severe weather in Indiana. Due to severe storms there was a abnormally excessive amount of ground water that required the pump to run consistently for two days of your stay. We monitored this via a camera in the basement. This is not the norm and a refund was sent for the disruption to compensate, I do realize this does not make up for a good night of sleep on holiday. We were truly sorry, there was excessive flooding in the area and the house had to do it's job to keep the water out. We have since had sound proofing walls installed around the subpumps to mitigate noise should this happen again. I do apologize for the sidewalks, that is not part of our property and we have contacted Michigan City for repair. I regret it rained during your stay and you were not able to enjoy the beach and town as hoped. A giant bummer and hope you try to come back to MC another time to enjoy the sun and beach.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great beach house. It's not huge but you can't beat the location and it's in great shape and well appointed. We hosted 3 generations (grandparents, parents, and teens) and we had enough room to make meals and dine together. The beach is right over the dunes but just sitting in the backyard is enjoyable and relaxing. Also in walking distance of Washington Park. I recommend staying here for a good beach stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a great location for a young family vacation!! We walked over one dune and in 3 minutes we were directly on the lake. The backyard play set was great for our 4 and 6 year old. As it is an adorable, renovated older home, there was a minor issue that we found when we arrived. I reached out and it was quickly resolved.We would definitely recommend this home to anyone looking for a great beach vacation!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Aug 2025
Thank you Jenna, we are so happy to hear you had a lovely 4th of July stay, I agree the fireworks steps away from the house are a win!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house for girls trip!

Stayed here for a girls trip! Right on the beach with great outdoor area. Close to New Buffalo wineries. The hosts were great to communicate with. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2020
Thank you so much Melissa, we are happy you had a great girls weekend!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Back to school vacation

Aimee was terrific and attentive to making sure we had the best vacation possible.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Apr 2020
Thank you Smith Family ! I appreciate your kind review and we are glad you enjoyed your stay in Michigan City .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very cute place! Lots of pros and a few cons. Pros include: excellent location, outside area and patio is gorgeous! Great yard, lots of toys and seating, Even had a playground set!! Just a short walk over the dune to the beach. Lots of supplies throughout the house make it very nice. Air conditioning was outstanding and kept us very cool on those hotter days. Very comfortable beds with extra sheets and blankets! Great propane grill ( big and clean). Kitchen was well stocked and has everything! Beautiful sunsets and lots of nature! Highly recommend for a small group. Cons include: no beach view, parking is away from house so you need a wagon or cart to haul stuff from car to house. Path from car to house is a bit uneven and had no lights ( very dark) and tricky for elderly folks. In fact there wasn’t much exterior lighting outside ( the front door or on the back porch where the grill is. There are no railings for the steps from porch to yard- was difficult for my father to go up and down. Internet/wifi isn’t great. Bunk room is great for small kids, but no so much for teens. Small space with nowhere to put clothes/suitcases- made for a very crowded stay with 4 boys age 13-16. Stairs going up to second floor bedroom had a rope instead of a railing which wasn’t very sturdy and came out of the wall, making it very tricky to go down the stairs ( they were kind of steep). Kitchen is well stocked and has a dishwasher, but the stove was super small.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet retreat

Needed to be close to Chicago but with COVID times prevalent, we needed a great place to celebrate and get off the hectic grid. On the beach. Outdoor spaces are ideal.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Nov 2020
Thank you John, we appreciate you and are happy your stay was fun! Come see us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot on the lake

Very lovely home with everything you need for a comfortable stay. The backyard was great for our pup and we all enjoyed the beach - just over the dune behind the house. Wonderful sunny weekend. We came home so relaxed. Thanks!!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2021
Thank you so much for your nice review , we are thrilled you had a comfortable stay and left recharged. Please come visit again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Aug 2024
Thank you so much, we are so happy to hear you had a nice stay! Please visit us again!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Upscale Charm on the Lakefront

Fantastic lakeside property with great interior design and the perfect amount of space for a family. The yard is INCREDIBLE and extremely rare in this area, and the porch that leads to it is equally excellent. The beach is just over the shallow crest of dunes at the end of the yard. Everything else about the house was excellent: cleanliness, communication, ease of use, instructions, and extra stuff like towels and bottle openers and things like that. The family room is a great hangout area and the A/C is running like a top. Fantastic sunsets also!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2021
Thank you so much for your kind review and for choosing our home for your vacation. It warms my heart to hear about your great experience in Michigan City at Stop 2!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

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
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

About the host

Hosted by Aimee and Adam

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Adam and Aimee grew up in the suburbs of Chicago and currently reside in the City's Bucktown neighborhood with their rescue lab/ pointer and toddler son. Aimee is in management for a Genetic Cancer Testing Laboratory and Adam is an entrepreneur in the promotional products and real estate space. We both love the peace and quiet of this home in both summer and winter, although we prefer flip flops over boots.

Why they chose this property

We looked at one house and this was it! The charm of the home and close proximity to restaurants and Washington Park /Zoo/Marina were so wonderful but the cherry on top was the lakefront access and the beautiful grass back yard. We have worked to update the home while keeping the historic character in tact.

What makes this property unique

This home is located on the lakefront and does not have a access from a street making peace and quiet a priority.
It has a wonderful green back yard if you just want to hang out there and enjoy the deck and a game of corn hole. The house interior is charming with archways and original fireplace and sconces. We hope you find it as restful of a haven as we do. (But we are known to dance on the lawn to loud music too).

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