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Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Great room featuring kitchen, family room, and dining room
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Kitchen
Kitchen
dining room

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 18223.0 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

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  • Place, Washington Park Beach
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
  • Place, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

Bedroom 5

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

Living Room 3

1 Double Sofa Bed

Upstairs Loft

1 Double Futon

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan

Ruby's Lakehouse is a secret treasure, on a perfectly located, quiet street in the fabulous Beachwalk community. Ruby’s is the ultimate gathering place for a large family or group of friends that wants a beach get-away with modern luxury in a quaint, warm, inviting home. This house is a very popular rental in the area, due to the size and location of the home. This home is OWNER-MANAGED, and there are NO EXTRA RESORT or MANAGER FEES added on, as you will find with many other houses in the area. Plus, during the peak summer weeks, we provide A GOLF CART FREE OF CHARGE! We personally tend to the house on a weekly basis, and make sure it is immaculately clean and stocked for you. You will love our Personal Touches.
Please note: We do not allow PROM parties. The age requirement is 25, and proof of age may be required. This is also a perfect place to spend THE HOLIDAYS! Special rates may apply during the winter and holiday season.
Ruby’s is surprisingly large, providing 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths in the main house. Plus, we have a coach house that sleeps 5, that can be added for an extra fee if you are interested. The main house sleeps 14+ people with 1 king bedroom, 3 queen bedrooms and a bunk room that sleeps 7. We have bonus sleeping spots, like 2 sleeper sofas and mattresses in the giant walk-in closets. We have a full-sized crib and high chair for infants. You won’t believe the great room at the back of the house, boasting a full kitchen, dining and living room space. Enjoy modern amenities and a fully-loaded kitchen, laundry room, 5 flat screen smart TVs(no cable tv, but there is access to netflix, disney, youtube tv, amazon), free WIFI, and more. The unfinished basement provides an extra play room and a lounging area for the kids, with a large tv and a WII gaming system. Perfectly located, Ruby’s is only 1 block from the pool and the park, and a leisurely 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan on the pristine Indiana Dunes (national lakeshore) which is a top rated beach where you can see the Sears/Willis Tower on a clear day.

Want to bring a dog? While we love dogs, we are very particular about allowing them. Due to very quick turnarounds between rentals, and with respect of potential allergies of future guests, we ask that only non-shedding, mature, and well behaved dogs stay at Ruby's. All dogs must be approved by owner prior to booking. Please submit an inquiry if you are interested in bringing your dog.

The coach house above the garage is a separate rental, and may be rented to another party (2-5 people) during your stay. It is completely separated from the main house, and has a small common area of the back deck where the entrance to the coach house is located. If you are interested in renting the coach house too, please send a message with your inquiry. The back deck area is reserved for the renters of the main house, and anyone staying in the coach house is informed of this. They simply use the back deck for access to the coach house entrance. 1 parking space is allocated to the guest house as well. The property fits 6-7 cars, so this is normally not a problem. Extra parking is available 3 doors down when needed.

Why Ruby's and not a different house in Beachwalk?
Location. We are in the front part of Beachwalk where there is ample parking and no congestion, very close to the pool and beach.
Fees. We include everything in our rate. Other homes charge resort fees and manager fees.
The Golf Cart. We include Ruby's golf cart with your rental. Other homes charge up to $500/week.
Owner-managed. We give personal attention to you and respond very quickly with all questions and issues that arise.

Sleeping Quarters: Beds for 14 in main house (5 in coach house)
Main Floor Bedroom 1: Queen Bed sleeps 2, plus full bathroom
Main Floor Bedroom 2: Queen Bed sleeps 2
Main Floor Bedroom 3: Queen Bed sleeps 2
Main Floor Full Bathroom and Living Room Sleeper sofa sleeps 2
2nd Floor Bedroom 4: King Bed sleeps 2, plus full bath plus full-sized CRIB
2nd Floor Bedroom 5: Bunk bed with a full bed and 2 twins, plus a queen and twin beds in closet
2nd Floor Loft area: Sleeper Sofa sleeps 2
2nd Floor Full Bath
note: there are some extra mattresses in the giant walk-in closets if needed.
Bonus! Coach house is for rent: Ruby’s has a coach house that may also be available to rent (depending on availability). Directly attached to the back deck of Ruby’s, above the garage, check out THE DOG HOUSE. It’s the perfect small house for 2-5 people to enjoy, like the grandparents, or a young couple with small children. Want a little privacy from the large group or family? This awesome little coach house has a full kitchen, laundry, smart tv and WIFI, and sleeps up to 5 people, with a King bed, twin futon and a sleeper sofa. Contact owner directly to rent the coach house. Fees will be provided at that time.

Ruby’s is located in the award-winning Beachwalk Resort community in Michigan City, Indiana where there are activities aplenty right outside your doorstep. Free resort amenities include:
*pool, baby pool, and splash pad play area
*tennis courts
*basketball courts
*volleyball court
*clubhouse with a snack shop, seating area, and ping pong tables
*Lake Kai (a small lake for swimming, fishing, kayak and paddle board rental)
*Huge Playground toward back of neighborhood on Childers Lane
Additional options:
Golf cart included in rental fee in most cases
Dog-friendly with restrictions and additional fees (dog must be approved)

Other attractions in the area include:
*Washington Park
*Zoo
*Blue Chip Casino
*Premium Outlets Mall
*Antique and Boutique Shopping
*Lighthouse and Rag Tops car museum
*Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and State Park
*Local Brewery and Wineries

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Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Prom parties are not allowed, even when supervised
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Photo ID may be requested and is required for golf cart rental

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 20
Note from host: Prom parties are not allowed, even when supervised
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Sheridan Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 5 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Bartlett’s Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Options Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool.

Is Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan located?

This family-friendly Michigan City holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Waterfall Park and Lake Michigan. Stop 7 Beach and Lake Kai are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 124 out of 126 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 126 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 126 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 126 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Ramsay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second year in a row we’ve stayed at Ruby’s and absolutely loved it! One of the few places we’ve stayed where the pictures really matched the accommodations. Family-friendly and walking distance to the pool and the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeff C.

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

Outstanding Vacation House!!!

My family rented both house and coach house. The entire experience exceeded our expectations in every way! The owner of the property was very helpful, and had a super response time to everything we needed or had questions about!You will not be sorry staying here! It was fantastic!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Ruby’s Rocks

Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The home was very accommodating, clean and plenty of space for our family of 11. Sam was very easy to work with and takes pride in pleasing her guests. I highly recommend staying at Ruby’s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan L.

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

Excellent

Fantastic location, spacious and cleanly house, lots of amenities, and some of the best property managers you could hope to encounter. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

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

Family vaca

Rubys was very well stocked with necessities for beach life and a week of family fun!! We had a very comfortable stay! Thank you Sam !
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandie B.

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

Absolutely Beautiful

This was one the best rentals I have stayed at. Communication with the owner was great, house was absolutely beautiful and extremely clean. Close to the beach, golf cart a plus. Wish we could have stayed longer but we will definitely rent again. Thank you for sharing your home with us!!
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

jill b.

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

September Getaway

We planned a getaway for four of our families. Communication with the host of our first rental reservation broke down 2 weeks before our check in date. Fortunately Ruby’s was available and our host Samantha was fabulous! We felt good about the rental as we booked with her and found everything exactly as promised. Cousins had a great time together! Thank you for saving our weekend trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

JoEllen H.

Ruby's Was Wonderful!

Recently our entire family had a mini vacation at Ruby's. Our time there was perfect. The house easily accommodated our large group. All the little "extras" made this house a wonderful place to stay. Ruby's was complete with activities to entertain our wide age ranges. Our little ones were delighted to find toys and all loved the golf cart! The screened in porch was a favorite "go to" place. The house was clean and stocked with supplies that we needed. Samantha did a great job of communicating with us, answering all of our questions. I highly recommend Ruby's as a great family getaway and am hoping that we can return in the future. Samantha, thanks for making our family time so enjoyable!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Deanna K.

Great Getaway!!

We have been planning a friends reunion for so many years and this was the first year we finally made it happen and it was absolutely fantastic!! This was my first experience on VRBO and Sam was a pleasure to work with and made the process extremely easy and smooth. She went above and beyond answering all of my questions in a very timely fashion and making sure we were fully prepared for our long weekend with restaurant recommendations and things to do in the area. We rented both the main house and the coach house and had a total of 10 adults and 11 kids. The houses were very spacious and we never felt crowded. There are even bonus mattresses in the huge walk in closets. We did have some rain while we were there, but no complaints from us because we could sit in the enclosed porch (all of us fit comfortably) and hang out. Or we could go in the large rec room in the basement and play a friendly game of ping pong. This house is well laid out and is well furnished with everything you could need for your time here. The kids absolutely loved the golf cart and riding to the beach in it. The beaches are pristine and the sand very soft. We also spent time at the pool, playgrounds and had many ice cream cones at the Beach Hut which is all within walking distance from Ruby's! The Beachwalk community is a true gem! Everyone is so friendly and loved telling stories about how they would bring their kids here every summer and are now bringing their grandchildren. Everyone truly loves this area and we now do too!! Thank you Sam for a lovely weekend getaway!! Can't wait to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017

10/10 Excellent

Rosalind K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean and well organized house. Very nicely decorated. Our group of 7 adults were very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house in a great area! Good for groups of friends and families and close to the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cara K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such an amazing property! The host had all kinds of beach accessories, kid friendly, and the community was amazing!!! Everything was perfect, it felt like we were Key West!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

jill b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second visit to Ruby's at the Beachwalk. Last time was mid September and was lovely. This time in early August it was more crowded but we were still able to enjoy the beach, the pool and all the activities. The hosts at Ruby's are truly the best as they add several amenities and have the property well stocked. The bedrooms, bathrooms and provisions for children has made it a perfect choice for us. No one wanted to leave! Thank you to Ruby's!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michele R.

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

Ruby’s is fantastic!

We could not have been happier with our stay at Ruby’s! The house was immaculate! It was also stocked with everything that was needed for a beach vacation. Wish there had been a better inventory of the beach equipment available, we could have left a few things home! I highly recommend renting Ruby’s for your next vacation, you will not be disappointed!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jackie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the house had everything we could have asked for!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tom S.

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

Great beachwalk property

Excellent house, lots of amenities, perfect location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila O.

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

Absolutely loved Ruby’s!

Ruby’s was amazing! It was sparkling clean and beautifully appointed. It was so comfortable and fit all our family needs. The front porch was huge and a go to spot for us. Our hostess was beyond gracious. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Palestine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was as advertised, great stay great area will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Long weekend

Second stay at Ruby's, had another great weekend. House was comfortable, well prepared and renter friendly. Many activities available nearby for all ages.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

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

Fall Getaway

The house is a wonderful destination for a group of friends. This is a return visit for us. The house is big enough for our group of 10 to relax and enjoy the time. The kitchen has plenty of dishes and utensils. The dining area is big enough for us all to eat together. The beds are comfy, there is plenty of hot water, and the water pressure is good. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ramsay W.

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

A Great Long Weekend

This was our first time to Beachwalk. Our house and host were amazing! Everything we could possibly need was readily available! Plenty to do with our 3 kids ages 7-13. Hoping to come again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karin M.

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

Perfect house in every way!

Our family loved staying at Ruby's! We have been to Beachwalk for many stays over the past 18 years and found this house to be the among the best. The thoughful amenities like games, books, beach toys, beach chairs, wagon, and more made for easy enjoyment of the beach and house. We like to cook at home and found the kitchen to be better equipped than most rentals. The house was comfortable, larger than expected, and in an ideal location at Beachwalk. The hosts were very responsive and communicative before and during our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ken Carol E.

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

Ruby’s

Lovely house for our family vacation- everything we needed was there. Samantha is quick to respond to questions and made the process of renting her home seamless! Highly recommend!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

jennifer M.

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

Another great stay in Beachwalk

Ruby's was perfect for our large group. We also rented the smaller house. The kitchen was very well stocked. We always prepare all meals at the house due to the number of people we have, and we had everything we needed! Rooms were great, beds were comfortable. Having the golf cart included is always nice as well (we have had to rent from an outside company at some past locations). There were several beach chairs, umbrellas, and a beach cart available for our use. Communication was easy, Sam checked in on us throughout the week, including after some storms to be sure all was well. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda P.

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

Beautiful home

The house along with the coach house accommodated the 18 of us very comfortably. The location is very good, not a main road, yet very short walks to all the resort amenities. The host answered all questions very quickly and well. The house was very clean and nicely decorated and arranged. The host provided lots of nice touches to make our stay fun and relaxed. I highly recommend Ruby's. We were all very impressed with this house and location, the 10 kids never got 'bored'!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

About the host

Hosted by Samantha Pond

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I've been vacationing in beachwalk for almost 20 years, and I have finally purchased a property here. I take great pride in making my home comfortable for my renters, and will provide you all the information and service needed to ensure your stay is amazing!

Why they chose this property

I purchased Ruby's because I found it to be an amazing home. Perfectly located, and appearing quaint at the front door, you will be surprised at how big and fabulous this home really is.

What makes this property unique

I am a one-home owner, who will provide personal customer service and excellent pricing for this location. All the benefits of Beachwalk, in a quiet location, with modern amenities, Ruby's is the place to rent for your group!

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