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100 steps to Lake Michigan beach, private paved courtyard, gas fire pit.

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and balcony

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Exterior
Exterior
Your typical evening after dinner with your tribe
Entry on Colfax Ave with keypad access.
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
9 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 22362.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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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

9 bedrooms (sleeps 22)

Buona Notte Suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Cappuccino Suite

1 Queen Bed

Doppio Suite

2 Queen Beds

Lago Vista

1 Queen Bed

Latte

1 Queen Bed

Luna and Bambini Suite

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Nonni Suite

1 Queen Bed

Piccolo Sogno

1 Queen Bed

Primavera Suite

1 Queen Bed

6 bathrooms

Buona Notte

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Cappuccino bath

Toilet · Shower only

Center Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Doppio bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Nonni bath

Toilet · Shower only

Primavera bath

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

100 steps to Lake Michigan beach, private paved courtyard, gas fire pit.

**Notre Dame game weekends still available-45 mins to South Bend**
*9 bedrooms total, 6 full baths*

Why compromise for your VIP gatherings? Our returning guests enjoy the easy beach access, minimal steps to two main floor suites for two sets of grandparents, and a private patio able to hold your outdoor meals in relaxed comfort. Enjoy your Lake Michigan beach walks with a beverage in hand, barbecues on the oversized Weber grill, and gatherings on the private patio with gas fire pit--all with the perfect blend of convenience and elevated comfort for everyone.

As one of the original homes in Sheridan Beach, this stately property has just undergone a complete renovation and upgrade. Unlike any other property in the area, you'll enjoy the perfect blend of a convenient walk to the water's edge, plentiful modern bathrooms and privacy for your extended family, along with a beautiful 800sf private "terrazza" with natural gas firepit and grill. With designer-grade finishes, and tasteful, travel-themed artwork throughout, you will enjoy an elevated and relaxing stay in this comfortable home designed with extended family gatherings in mind. Only 60 minutes from Chicago by car, or 90 minutes from Midway Airport. The new kitchen features a 36” Bertazzoni gas range, quartz countertops, plentiful lighting, and is well-equipped with all the serving ware and tools needed to prepare great meals for your whole crew.

Walking Distance to:
- The spectacular Lake Michigan beach is 100 steps away, then up a slight rise and down to the water
- Washington Park and Zoo
- The Michigan City pier and lighthouse
- Dune Billie’s Cafe - breakfast and lunch
- Fish Camp Restaurant and patio - lunch and dinner
- Michigan City Marina
- Lighthouse Museum

Five minute drive or Uber to:
- Leeds Public House in Michigan City
- Blue Chip Casino
- Duneland Beach Inn and Farina's Supper Club
- Uptown Arts District shops and restaurants
- Lighthouse Place Premium Outlet Mall
- Zorn Brewery and patio
- Shoreline Brewery and beer garden
-South Shore electric commuter stop at 11th Street and Pine (opening Spring 2024) goes direct to Millennium Park station in Chicago

10-20 min drive or Uber to:
- Mt Baldy - part of Indiana Dunes National Park
- Trailhead for Calumet Trail
- Blind Pig Restaurant
- Swingbellies Restaurant
- Al’s Grocery
- Terrace Room in New Buffalo
- Hummingbird Cocktail Lounge in New Buffalo
- Ghost Isle Brewery in New Buffalo
- Beer Church in New Buffalo
- New Buffalo, Michigan shops and restaurants
- Four Winds Casino in New Buffalo, MI
- Michigan City public golf course

**the property is in the Central Time Zone.**

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 35
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Across one residential street is beach entrance.
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Events

No events allowed
No graduation parties or prom parties
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking outdoors is ok, butts must go in trash.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please jot a note in our guest book.
Please let me know if there were any issues/problems/damage that we need to address.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
All bookings are contingent on a brief welcome phone call with the primary guest contact.
For first time guests, we ask that you send us a photo of a valid drivers license or passport to verify identity.

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
Note from host: No graduation parties or prom parties
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this holiday home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Sheridan Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 2.1 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

  • ‪Options Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Bartlett’s Fish Camp - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 100 steps to Lake Michigan beach, private paved courtyard, gas fire pit. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at 100 steps to Lake Michigan beach, private paved courtyard, gas fire pit.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 100 steps to Lake Michigan beach, private paved courtyard, gas fire pit.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 100 steps to Lake Michigan beach, private paved courtyard, gas fire pit. located?

This family-friendly Michigan City holiday home is located on a lake, just steps away from Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. Michigan City Station is 24 minutes by foot.

About the host

Hosted by Craig & Cathy Easly

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We are a couple of travelers living in Chicago, who happen to love the beachfront lifestyle. We love to entertain and cook, and we are excited to be able to bring our creativity and ideas to this house, and share it with our guests.

Why they chose this property

We have been coming to Michigan City for many years. We looked at many of the neighborhoods in the area, and kept coming back to the convenience of this little Sheridan Beach pocket. We have lovely neighbors all around, and feel so fortunate for the opportunity to become part of the community. We love the moment when we arrive, and get out of the car, and hear the waves of Lake Michigan - it is instantly relaxing.

As one of the original Sheridan Beach homes, this house has been through numerous modifications. At one point, it held at least three apartments. There are several "M" initials around the house, which suggests to us that it belonged to one of the original founders of Sheridan Beach, William Manny. We continue to hear stories of the old days of this house and neighborhood, and they are fascinating.

What makes this property unique

Few properties offer the vibe that this one does, and can accommodate your whole extended family, and STILL be this convenient to walks on the beach. In 2018, we designed and built the 800 square foot patio (“terrazza” in Italian), framed by the 24 locally-sourced, mature arbor vitae trees, creating an inviting and private space that reminds us of our travels in Italy. This terrazza is unique to the area, and allows your group to linger in privacy and comfort around the gas firepit and extended outdoor dining area. There are so many lovely homes in the neighborhood, but what brings some of our guests back year after year is the convenience this home offers a large group, to stroll 100 steps to the sand with your coffee in the morning, or your favorite sunset drink in the evening - it just can't be beat. In early 2020, we renovated all six bathrooms, and in the fall, we completed a full exterior renovation: siding, windows and doors. Finally, in 2021, we rehabbed the kitchen, its first update in over 60 years. In all the updates, we worked hard to preserve the character, but enhance the comfort this house offers our guests.

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