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Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced

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A living room with a wooden floor, a television on a stand, a table with a blue runner, two armchairs, a sofa, and a lamp on a side table.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stove, a refrigerator, and a dining table.
A room with a round table covered with a tablecloth, two chairs, a door, and large windows.
A cozy room with wooden walls, large windows, and a table with a patterned tablecloth.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a dresser, a window with blinds, and a mirror on the wall.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top rated beach location
    Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Washington Park Beach
Sleeps 5•2 bedrooms•3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Porch or veranda
  • Internet access

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Sheridan Beach
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Zoo
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bunk Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced


Our comfortable cottage setting is situated one half block from the nicest beach along the Indiana shoreline. Our house is located in a small section of Sheridan Beach where there is no public parking. Our beach gives you that uncrowded beach feeling landscaped by Indiana's beautiful dune grass. Our three season porch on the front of the house offers fabulous views of Lake Michigan in a nice relaxed setting. We are on the bluff side of Lake Shore Drive. Since the house is on the bluff, it is up 32 stairs. There is parking for 1 car on our parking pad at the bottom of the stairs.

You are also walking distance to the zoo, maritime museum, and the marina at Washington Park. Great shopping is available at the Prime Outlet Mall one mile away. Added daytime activities include hiking at Indiana Dunes National Park as well as biking with scenic lake views.

Your night life includes the Blue Chip Casino, one mile away, Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo, Mi. a short 20 minute drive away, and our local movie cineplex. There are also numerous restaurants in Michigan City and New Buffalo for your enjoyment.

Fall is still a great time for relaxing on the beach, walks on the beach, apple picking, Harbor Country wine tasting and Notre Dame Football weekends.



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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 310147vb
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
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 cottage is near a water park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Waterfall Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Sheridan Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 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

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced?

As of 2 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced on 7 Aug 2026 start from AU$1,838, 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.

How much is parking at Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Comfortable Lake Michigan Cottage Beautiful Beach Reasonably Priced located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Stop 7 Beach, Lake Michigan and Blue Chip Casino. Indiana Dunes National Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away. Michigan City Station is 26 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. 39 out of 45 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 45 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 45 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 45 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 45 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kerri G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We LOVED our stay here! It was clean, stocked, and close to the beach. There is no smart TV which they do make it clear to bring a firestick if needed. However, we loved the option of watching local cable and tons of dvds provided. It was a nice break from the real world. Our ONLY complaint is that the knives provided are SUPER DULL. couldn't cut through a tomato. Clearly an easy fix. We look forward to staying here again next summmer.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Trista L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this rental. It has such a homey feeling. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

DG R.

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

Awesome beachholiday

We’ve had an awesome holiday in this cottage close to the beach. John is a very nice and friendly host.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Emily L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a nice, well kept house in a great location. The host provided very good communication. It was nice to have beach chairs provided. There are only window a/c units, which was a slight drawback, but they kept the house cool enough. Overall, it was a really good place to stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Steve and Amanda L.

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

Aug stay

Simple clean cabin. We love the basement shower!
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelly O.

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

Nice little place and location

This was an ideal property for our family of five. Nothing fancy, so we felt comfortable and at home. We loved the private beach access! Michigan City is a fun place to visit. We hope to come again. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 4 July 2022
Thanks Kelly, glad you enjoyed the beach and all that Michigan City has to offer. We would love to host you again if you are visiting Michigan City.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jody W.

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

Simple ans sweet!

Cute cottage-like home at the top of the bluff. Well worth the stair climb for the view from the screened in porch. Hope to visit again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

MELANIE S.

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

Beachy Getaway

The location of the property is ideal for beach-goers, only a short 7-10 min walk. The house was clean and in a fairly quiet location. The only downfall is the driveway is tricky to get in and out of due to the angle and steepness, but manageable with a smaller vehicle.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lewis M.

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

Clean and spacious.

This is our second time here. We love the location. It's just a short walk to the beach (150 yards maybe?). It's clean and had all the amenities we needed. The owner is pleasant and helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa N.

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

Wonderful retreat!

This cottage felt like staying in a family's place on the lake. We had such a great time walking the easy path down to the beach several times a day, then returning to the cottage high up on the bluff, surrounded by trees with a lake view from the screened porch(great for coffee time). The beds are comfortable, the place has character and John's suggestions for local restaurants in his welcome binder were excellent! A perfect place to get away from the city and enjoy Lake Michigan with welcoming hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 July 2022
Vanessa, Thanks for great review. Thanks for choosing us and glad you had a good time.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

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

Great Location. Friendly Hosts

I will start by saying that the location is incredible! Just a short walk (and I mean short) to majestic beaches. Be prepared to walk stairs to get to the cottage. This isn't a negative, but it is a fact. The cottage is cozy and clean. The hosts let us have our own private vacation, but were also accessible if we needed anything and always had a smile. Our kids definitely want to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 July 2024
Josh thanks for your nice review. We’re glad you had a great vacation. We’d love to have you back in the future to again enjoy our majestic beaches.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Maya M.

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

One block from beach entrance

Check-in process was easy. The host was there to welcome us and he walked us through the house. The forecast was unusually cold for summer during a couple of days of our stay, so he turned on the fire in the heater for us. The property was 1 block from the beach entrance. It was very convenient. It was not even a hassle to go back and forth to the house if we forgot something. I appreciate that the host has provided beach chairs and beach umbrella. There were even some sand toys available. The parking spot was at an incline and can be challenging to back out of it onto the street since the street can be quite busy and it's hard to see upcoming traffic if you're backing out. It's easier if you go up to the driveway then back into the parking spot. This way, you can see the traffic (and pedestrians) when getting out. Bed was comfortable, plenty of pillows and blankets. Overall, we were happy with our stay. No complaints whatsoever.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Megan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
John and Pat are wonderful hosts and wonderful souls. 10 out of 5 stars! Met us and ensured we had everything we needed. This is a great spot for a getaway relaxing trip. Very close walk to beach. Stairs are well lit at night. New flooring looks fantastic. Porch is a lovely spot for reading and coffee in the morning with a lake view. Cozy living room- plenty of seating-the AC units really keep it cool even if it’s super hot! Lots walkable close by, the zoo, parks, boardwalk. Plenty to do when we come back in a fall season!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 July 2026
Megan, Glad you got in some golf, some beach time and walks on the beach. Would love to host you again next time you’re in the area.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Shannon N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a perfect stay for a no-fuss family beach vacation!The house is very cute, comfortable, simple, and family-friendly. Everything was clean, functional, and homey. Temperatures were 50-75 while we visited, and the house stayed comfortable with minimal effort. It is very very close to the beach - we walked down the hill to the beach every day with two small kids, no problem.It’s also pretty close to amenities - just a few minutes’ drive or a 20-minute walk to a big grassy park and playground, the zoo, kayaking rentals, and a couple of restaurants.We had a couple of small questions during our stay, and John was prompt in replying.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew V.

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

Convenient Cozy Cottage

Great little property, perfect for myself, wife, and two kids. Convenient location, short walk to the Beach and still within walking distance to Washington Park area. Attached sunroom was perfect for dropping hiking gear, beach gear, and shoes before going into the house. Stairs up to the property were a little cumbersome for vehicle unloading/loading, but otherwise not a problem. Would come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Paul G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

It was OK.

First understand this is a cottage...not a house. It IS clean and well kept and efficient. It sits at the top of a steep bluff. It has a nice front porch with screened windows, which offer those nice views of lake. With the windows open there is a lovely breeze that comes in. The wooden plank stairs that lead up are considerable....not impossible, but they definitely get your attention. Notably, there is only one (1) steep parking spot. The parking spot is gravel and so steep that it is imparetive to use the parking brake. So, this isn't a fancy hotel, and if you have vertigo you will want to keep looking. However, with all this said, it IS truthful about being a 10 minute walk to Lake Michigan. Down the steps, down the street and down the sandy path to the beautiful sandy shore line. As the section of beach area is not public access, the beach is never crowded and is as lovely as can be. The brisk walk back up to the cabin is nominal, and there is a convenient downstairs shower to wash off any lingering sand. Proximity to any restaurants, bars and retail is only 5-10 minutes drive. If you are interested in proximity to the beach this is a good choice.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nancy B.

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

Perfect

Bed and pillows were comfy. We had all pots and pans we needed. Loved the closed in front porch. 5 stars for having ice ready for us when we arrived!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Short visit

The property was exactly as described. The walk to the beach was an easy walk and we didn’t have to worry about parking!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nina G.

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

Great Beach Trip

This was our first vacation to lake Michigan but it will not be our last! We had a great long weekend and John and his wife were excellent hosts. The house was very clean, in a great location, and exactly as described.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

M M.

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

Perfect for our small family getaway!

The cottage is exactly as advertised on VRBO. It is a simple accommodation about a block from the beach, with a cabin feel. It’s clean and cozy, with a well-stocked kitchen. It is on a wooded lot, complete with an occasional deer, beautiful natural ferns and a peaceful vibe. We loved it!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

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

Perfect beach cottage getaway

Location location location! Perfect view while Perched up on the hill over looking Lake Michigan and just a few steps to the beach! John is an awesome host and quick to respond. When I couldn’t find the blow dryer, he brought one over immediately! Definitely would stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Jacob Z.

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

Great quaint cottage

Small cottage very close to the beach, and enjoyed by our family. I enjoyed coffee on the covered porch in the morning with lake views. Simple kitchen, bath, and bedrooms, older but still nice and functional. WiFi was fast and reliable, cell signal was very limited. Overall we would stay here again for sure, great value and location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amy T.

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

Nice and clean! Perfect for a get away!

Everything was great!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Dora G.

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

Amazing beach, close distance from the house.

Cozy and Comfortable Place, well equipped kitchen. Owners GREAT! and easy to deal with. We surely will go back to this place.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Perfect place!

Our second time at this property...just love the location and cottage feel.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2019

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Hosted by John Heinlen

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