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Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park
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Reviews
9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12315.9 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area

Chesterton, IN
- Place, Chesterton Art Center16 min walk
- Place, Lustron House17 min walk
- Place, Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy Preserve3 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
4 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Full Bathroom
Full Bathroom
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
About this property
Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park
Leave your worries behind and head to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental home in Chesterton for a rejuvenating retreat. This warm and welcoming abode offers a beautiful backyard space with a patio, garden, and fire pit, a fully equipped kitchen, a game room for family fun, and a convenient location within a quick drive of Indiana Dunes, Lake Michigan, and more! Venture out to visit Washington Park Beach, walk over to the Running Vines Winery, or soak up the sun at Porter Beach.
-- THE PROPERTY --
3,400 Sq Ft | Large Backyard | Washer/Dryer | Outdoor Dining Area
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Queen Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin Bunk Bed, Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, board games, books, game room w/ foosball & ping pong tables, piano, dining table
KITCHEN: Blender, coffee maker, cooking utensils, Instant Pot, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, microwave, spices, toaster oven, water filter, waffle maker, kid-friendly serving dishes/utensils
OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio w/ dining area, large yard area, gas grill (propane provided), hammock, fire pit, tree swing, yard games, bocce ball, badminton, berry patch, garden
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers, in-unit laundry machines, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Steps required to access, 3 exterior security cameras (facing out), fireplaces not for guest use
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), no garage parking
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve (1.6 miles), Sand Creek Country Club (1.9 miles), Indiana Dunes National Park (3.4 miles), Indiana Dunes State Park (4.3 miles), Sunset Hill Farm County Park (5.0 miles)
LAKE MICHIGAN: Porter Beach (4.9 miles), Kemil Beach (7.5 miles), Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina (10.5 miles), Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk (11.3 miles), Central Beach (12.4 miles), Marquette Park Beach (13.5 miles), Washington Park Beach (13.7 miles), Lake Street Beach (16.6 miles)
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE (~0.7 miles): Thomas Centennial Park, Northside Diner & Food Truck, Running Vines Winery, Octave Grill, Dog Days Ice Cream Parlor, The Flower Cart, Coffee Creek Park
FAMILY FRIENDLY: 49'er Drive-In (5.2 miles), Zao Island (11.3 miles), Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest (16.2 miles), Deep River Waterpark (19.0 miles), Southlake Mall (22.8 miles)
CHICAGO (48.0 miles): Lincoln Park Zoo, Garfield Park Conservatory, Skydeck Chicago, Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Field Museum, 360 Chicago, Grant Park, Shedd Aquarium, Maggie Daley Park
AIRPORTS: South Bend International Airport (48.7 miles), O’Hare International Airport (73.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access. There are two flights of stairs inside the house with safety pocket sliding doors at the top of the stairs
- NOTE: The wood-burning fireplace in the basement and the gas fireplace in the living room are not available for guest use
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras: 2 cameras located at the back of the home facing the yard and rear entrance, and 1 camera is located at the front of the home facing the front door area. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
-- THE PROPERTY --
3,400 Sq Ft | Large Backyard | Washer/Dryer | Outdoor Dining Area
Bedroom 1: King Bed, Queen Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin Bunk Bed, Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play
INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, board games, books, game room w/ foosball & ping pong tables, piano, dining table
KITCHEN: Blender, coffee maker, cooking utensils, Instant Pot, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, microwave, spices, toaster oven, water filter, waffle maker, kid-friendly serving dishes/utensils
OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio w/ dining area, large yard area, gas grill (propane provided), hammock, fire pit, tree swing, yard games, bocce ball, badminton, berry patch, garden
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers, in-unit laundry machines, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Steps required to access, 3 exterior security cameras (facing out), fireplaces not for guest use
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), no garage parking
-- THE LOCATION --
OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve (1.6 miles), Sand Creek Country Club (1.9 miles), Indiana Dunes National Park (3.4 miles), Indiana Dunes State Park (4.3 miles), Sunset Hill Farm County Park (5.0 miles)
LAKE MICHIGAN: Porter Beach (4.9 miles), Kemil Beach (7.5 miles), Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina (10.5 miles), Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk (11.3 miles), Central Beach (12.4 miles), Marquette Park Beach (13.5 miles), Washington Park Beach (13.7 miles), Lake Street Beach (16.6 miles)
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE (~0.7 miles): Thomas Centennial Park, Northside Diner & Food Truck, Running Vines Winery, Octave Grill, Dog Days Ice Cream Parlor, The Flower Cart, Coffee Creek Park
FAMILY FRIENDLY: 49'er Drive-In (5.2 miles), Zao Island (11.3 miles), Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest (16.2 miles), Deep River Waterpark (19.0 miles), Southlake Mall (22.8 miles)
CHICAGO (48.0 miles): Lincoln Park Zoo, Garfield Park Conservatory, Skydeck Chicago, Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Field Museum, 360 Chicago, Grant Park, Shedd Aquarium, Maggie Daley Park
AIRPORTS: South Bend International Airport (48.7 miles), O’Hare International Airport (73.3 miles)
-- REST EASY WITH US --
Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.
-- POLICIES --
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access. There are two flights of stairs inside the house with safety pocket sliding doors at the top of the stairs
- NOTE: The wood-burning fireplace in the basement and the gas fireplace in the living room are not available for guest use
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras: 2 cameras located at the back of the home facing the yard and rear entrance, and 1 camera is located at the front of the home facing the front door area. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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 and a first aid kit
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
Chesterton
Located in Chesterton, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Cleveland Park and Lubeznik Center for the Arts. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.

Chesterton, IN
What's nearby
- Chesterton Art Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Lustron House - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
- Indiana Dunes National Park - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
- Indiana Dunes State Park - 6 min drive - 7.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 3 min drive
- Family Express Chesterton - 18 min walk
- Taco Bell - 3 min drive
- Wendy's - 4 min drive
- Dairy Queen - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Verified
7 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Steve H.
5 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property
Steve H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kile B.
10 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place in Chesterton
Kile B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Tami P.
22 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy


Tami P.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rachel C.
14 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rachel C.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
emery s.
15 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
emery s.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Erin S.
15 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Erin S.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
8/10 Good
Vickie
20 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Large, relaxing home
Vickie
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
11 Oct 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jeffrey D.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Jeffrey D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Lindsy
17 Sept 2024
Exceptional home
Lindsy
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Kathleen N.
11 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Weekend at the Dunes
Kathleen N.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol
6 July 2023
Loved it!
Carol
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lucy p.
25 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best stayed in
Lucy p.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Rebekah P.
28 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay!
Rebekah P.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nathan A.
31 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
Nathan A.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Monica W.
23 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Monica W.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Mona Jean H.
3 Jan 2026
Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy


Mona Jean H.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Susan Y.
1 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quirky and comfortable
Susan Y.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Regin
21 July 2023
Ok stay
Regin
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Stephanie
14 Nov 2023
LOTS OF SPACE FOR THE PRICE
Stephanie
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Kim G.
7 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family beach vacation
Kim G.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified
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kk c.
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