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Roomy and Private Getaway for Families & Friends

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Interior
Interior
Interior
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
6 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Internet access
  • Garage parking available
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Minden Bog
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Clare Lake
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

6 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

King

1 King Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Roomy and Private Getaway for Families & Friends

Perfect for Gatherings, Families, Birthdays, Group Outings: Enjoyment & Tranquility in Nature. Nestled on two acres of picturesque land, the property boasts a fully-equipped six-bedroom house. Conveniently located within a 5-minute drive to popular attractions such as the beach, casino, and outlet mall. Formerly a church, the house has been transformed into an inviting Vrbo rental, featuring a renovated interior, fire pit, gazebo, and many amenities.

The interior has undergone a complete overhaul, featuring a fresh roof, upgraded appliances, a new HVAC system, and more. Out back, there's ample room for volleyball, a new greenhouse, and a designated camping area. At the front, enjoy a community garden and abundant parking space for at least 12 vehicles.

The neighborhood boasts a pleasant ambiance, with neighbors including a doctor, a former banker, and a retired lawyer.

Conveniently located within a three to five-minute drive from the beach, restaurants, an outlet mall, grocery stores, and various other attractions.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 1950580vb
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 are allowed on site
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

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this holiday home is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Friendship Botanic Gardens and Cleveland Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Minden Bog - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Clare Lake - 1 min drive - 0.4 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 11 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Lake View Beach - 19 min drive - 17.9 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 7 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Roomy and Private Getaway for Families & Friends pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Roomy and Private Getaway for Families & Friends?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Roomy and Private Getaway for Families & Friends?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Roomy and Private Getaway for Families & Friends?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Roomy and Private Getaway for Families & Friends located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.2 mi (2 km) from Clare Lake and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Lake Michigan. Friendship Botanic Gardens and Sheridan Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 15 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Javier G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very easy to book in the application, and very comfortable and clean the house, very quiet the place recommended 100%
Stayed 30 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jon T.

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

Great location for reunions.

We loved all the common space inside and outside
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Stephanie W.

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

Great ladies weekend

Property was spacious, private and quiet.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Karen M.

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

MI City Stay

We had a very nice stay at the property. The big open rooms were good for our young grandkids. Our only suggestion would be to add a large island and a larger table in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2025
Thank you for your feedback—we’re so glad you had a nice stay and that the open layout worked well for your grandkids! We appreciate your suggestion regarding the kitchen setup. While the current 8-person table meets the needs of most guests, we’re always looking for ways to improve and will certainly keep your input in mind. We’re grateful for your visit and hope to welcome you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carlos a.

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

Family we enjoy

Beautiful place Nice house Nice neighborhood
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan P.

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

Family Fun

Enjoyed staying at this property. It was well equipped and spacious inside and outside. Our host, Matthew Long was super. He was quick to answer questions and provided a very nice home.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Joseph M.

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

Bike trip

Group of friends on bike trip to Michigan city then golf. House was great location, clean and roomy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
We usually ask guests not to leave a review if not a 5 star rating. We are sorry you felt the property did not meet expectations. We strive hard to accommodate guests and look forward to improving the experience anyway we can.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Matthew's property was just as described. It was clean and he was a very responsive host. We were a short drive from both Michigan City and New Buffalo. We enjoyed how quite the home was but how easy it was to get to the beach, shopping and restaurants. The house is spacious, has most of the basic kitchen supplies you need to make meals (we cooked breakfasts and dinners at the home), and was clean. It was great for our family trip of 6 adults and 3 kids under 3.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Doug C.

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

Family Vacation

The property was just what we needed for our large family vacation. The living/dining/family area is massive and made a great place for adults and kids to gather. The outside area was expansive and just right for picnics, playing, and fellowshipping. The kitchen was nicely equipped. There is tons of parking. The property is nicely isolated, but close to the locations we wanted to visit. We were VERY satisfied and will very likely come again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Peggy S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The house is very large with a lot of wasted space. There’s very little counter space in the kitchen. There’s plenty of room for an island. The furniture is a mish mash of different pieces that look like they came from Good Will. The kitchen chairs have broken parts. The bathroom towels look like rags that I’ve thrown away. The kitchen garbage can was filthy with garbage on the inside lid. The freezer had ice trays instead of an ice maker. We had to purchase ice. The bathrooms are next to each other down a long hallway quite aways from four of the bedrooms. Makes it inconvenient for using the bathroom in the middle of the night. For the price we expected a much more upscale place. We will not use this VRBO again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 April 2026
Thank you for your feedback—we truly appreciate you taking the time to share your experience. We’re sorry to hear that certain aspects of the home did not meet your expectations. Your comments regarding the kitchen space, furnishings, cleanliness, and layout are being taken seriously, and we will be reviewing these areas with our team to make improvements. Our goal is always to provide a comfortable and enjoyable stay, and feedback like yours helps us do better. We regret that we fell short during your visit and appreciate the opportunity to improve for future guests. Thank you again for staying with us.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stacy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A family member arranged to have a family gathering (all of us from out of town from 2-6 hrs away). We didn’t know the area well and only have one day all together. Typically we meet at a park etc. but not knowing the area made that tough. I was nervous about potential weather issues and was looking for a back up plan that would allow pets. This property ended up being our only plan when my family looked at the listing. My family of 5 and my parents stayed the weekend, but we entertained 30 people for our reunion there. It’s really perfect for this purpose. The weather ended up beautiful, so we were outside most the day, but plenty of room inside if it hadn’t work out. The covered patio was awesome. Nice lighting, a fan, and insect/dirt free area for our oldest family members. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess L.

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

Super nice rental!

From all the rooms to the fire pit I wish we had more people. We had 6 & that was perfect for the only 2 bathrooms but a girl’s trip here would be awesome still. So spacious! Wish there were a little more kitchen items but they still had a good amount. One of my friends left her new Fitbit & the owners were kind enough to notify the cleaning crew who then left it for us wrapped up in the mailbox. How kind. Super great stay best location & worth every penny! Even the nearby town Michigan City, we went shopping in had plenty of options. There was a Dollar General around the corner as well for simple items. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Becky K.

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

Girls weekend

We rented the property for a girls weekend getaway. There was so much space for us to hang out, sit and enjoy the weekend. The place is close to a few fun things to do in Michigan city.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia J.

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

Great Multi-Family property in Mich city

We had a great time at "the Compound" as we so lovingly came to call it over our stay. This is a great multi-family house- 6 bedrooms and two full baths. The two main living spaces are kid friendly and the backyard firepit and game table were great additions. Plenty of parking, and supplies on hand. Beds were comfortable and the house was clean. Super close to the beach, attractions and everything Mich City has to offer. Matt was super responsive and great to work with.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gaochen X.

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

Perfect family stay

Clean, quiet and open home, with a lot of space - indoor and outside. Great for families. Convenient location and easy access to stores and attractions.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David Mags ..

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

Great place

Great open space for socializing with friends, very clean also!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Belinda S.

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

Comfortable and clean

Large open concept house with lots of seating well stocked, very clean, and Comfortable beds! Perfect for our group of 10.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Keri B.

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

Amazing Weekend

Matthew was an absolutely amazing host. His property was much bigger than expected, with tons of area for our group. His place was incredibly clean and well taken care of. He checked in with our group on multiple occasions to make sure everything was running smoothly and was prompt to answer our questions. No doubt in my mind we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angie G.

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

Good times for all! Lots of space!

Practical, practical, practical! Great indoor AND outdoor space! Perfect for a large family! 6 bedrooms and 2 major common areas. The yard, canopy, and fire pit, etc. were spacious for games, meals and 'social distancing'. Lots to do within short distances - - many beaches. We loved it!

About the host

Hosted by Matthew Long

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Founder of two startups in the Chicago area. I have dual-degrees, one in Computer science and the other in Bioinformatics. Other than that, when I'm not being awesome, I'm being phenomenal.

Why they chose this property

House used to be a church ⛪️ which we converted into Airbnb rental property. The entire inside has been redone; brand new roof, appliances, HVAC system and the like. The back of the house will give space for volleyball, a new greenhouse, and a camping area. The front has a community garden and plenty of parking for at least 12 vehicles or more.

What makes this property unique

The neighborhood is nice. My neighbors are a doctor, a previous banker, and a retired lawyer. You'll be less than three minutes from two restaurants, a grocery store, pharmacy and can buy any essentials needed during your stay.

Languages:

English

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