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Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes

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Exterior
A wooden sign with a fishing charter number, a group of people standing behind it, and several fish displayed on a rack.
A wooden gazebo with a beach view, a wooden fence, and a sign with beach rules.
A beach with a metal pole and a few boats on the shore.
Room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Duneland Beach
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Lyon Oaks Golf Course
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Duneland Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Place, Michiana Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes

Enjoy beautiful Northwest Indiana area which is close to wineries, breweries and casinos! Washington Park Zoo is aslo close by as are the Indiana National Park and Warren Dunes State Park in Michigan. Set among the woods with natural wildlife.

The home is a 3-bedroom/2-bath home. There's a large master with king bed and en-suite bathroom. The other two bedrooms feature queen beds with a shared bathroom. There's a front porch with seating, and a screened in porch and outdoor space with fire pit in the backyard. Side door grill with easy access. The open layout living room, dining room, and kitchen are great for gathering, playing games and enjoying a meal.

If you like to eat out we have STop 50 Pizza a block away, Swingbellies burgers down the street and the Famous Redamaks about 1 mile into New Buffalo, MI!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors
Strip all beds that were slept in.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Travelers who choose to bring their pets will be asked to leave the premises with no refund!

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2087945vb
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 New Buffalo Public Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Friendship Botanic Gardens and Lubeznik Center for the Arts. Jet skiing and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Lyon Oaks Golf Course - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Duneland Beach - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Michiana Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 8 min drive - 9.9 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 8 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 9 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 13 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Mich. City Johnson Rd - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage near Lake Michigan and dunes?

As of 30 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage near Lake Michigan and dunes on 26 October 2026 start from NZ$1,091, 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 Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes located?

This family-friendly Michigan City holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Lake Michigan. Duneland Beach and Michiana Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

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. 90 out of 100 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 100 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 100 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 100 reviews
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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Sharon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful property and it was very clean. The beds were very comfortable and it was conveniently located to stores and activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Just checking to see what we could do better to get a 10 for our review?
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10/10 Excellent

Lori B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay! Very relaxing and close to the beach. The property was exactly as described - very clean, comfortable and well maintained. The host was very responsive, friendly, helpful and made the entire process easy. Will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No complaints! Kid friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julie and Jeff P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cottage for our mother/daughter trip to Indiana Dunes. The accommodations were clean, comfortable and modern. They had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kristine H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was lovely. Perfect home for a weekend getaway!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynne T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was perfect for our girls get away. It was very comfy and spacious and is close to the wineries and other towns around the lake. Would highly recommend it for a stay. It’s private and it is just as described. Loved the house and all the amenities and the great communication.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Lauren C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful new home that was perfect for our stay for almost a week. Location is great - 5-min drive into town - and the screened in patio and grill were ideal. Beds were super comfortable and both bathrooms were roomy and well stocked.Occasional deer prancing around the property were charming and lovely. One caveat is to bring your own shower supplies - body wash, shampoo, etc - but other than that we had everything we needed here and would recommend it to anyone. Neighbors were friendly and it’s walkable to Stop 50 Pizza which was awesome.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 24 July 2026
Sorry it’s nothing that we’ve ever supplied. It’s hard to determine what your preference. And people have allergies. It’s just that something that we are not going to supply. We will notify people that it’s not in the units. There is hand soap in all the bathrooms and kitchen.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Such a complete cozy, comfy and relaxing experience for our family of 5. We felt very welcomed! Love from Michigan, Illinois, and Ohio.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts supplied everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend this cottage and these hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Zaheya H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The house had everything we needed to cook and was close to a lot of things we wanted to do.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

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

Great stay near the lake

The house was excellent and it’s just minutes from what you might want to see. My family and I really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Perfect Cottage

House is perfectly laid out and about a mile from the beach - beautiful walk or 2 minute car ride. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the amenities were easily accessible. The rooms are clean and spacious. Bathrooms were more than adequate. Closet space was adequate as well! Overall, a very nice place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome property with great - quiet location near Indiana Dunes! Highly recommended! Plan to go again next summer - easy check in and great communication with owners
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location adorable house, loved the decor along with the screened in porch.Minutes away from the beaches, and downtown New Buffalo.The host was wonderful, very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our time in Michigan City and this property was in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 June 2022
Mary- thank you so much for your review! Glad you enjoyed your stay and hope you keep us in mind when vacation or visiting the area again!! Greg & Susie
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Timothy G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was responsive. Good communication. Very clean with open concept. Area was quiet. A really great weekend getaway. Cozy and relaxing. Could use a more comfortable couch in living area, but not disappointed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Thank you

We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Nice place

The house was as described and comfortable. Location was convenient to many attractions. Communication was good. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 28 June 2025
thank you for your review! We appreciate your comments and strive to live up to our advertising! enjoy the rest of your summer and hope to see you again in the future!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Vacation

Beautiful home...It was close to all the places we wanted to see.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was as advertised...no surprises. Just wished we had more time to explore the area. For future renters would highly recommend Randy's dinner. It is very close by, great food and good size portions. We would book again and for longer.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

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

Wonderful little spot!

Perfect getaway spot! Close to everything. The scenery and location are perfection. Want to book yearly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vivian N.

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

Much needed relaxing vacation

The property was beautiful. Location was perfect. Loved the screened in porch. Sat there mornings and evenings. I would recommend this property to anyone and everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 27 June 2025
Thank you for your review. We appreciate all feedback from guests. Hope to see y ou again sometime!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

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

Perfect for our group

Well stocked home in Michiana shores. Perfect for adult groups, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

About the host

Hosted by Gregory Deutscher

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Born and raised in Michigan City. Raised our three children here and enjoy the lakefront and surrounding area.

Why they chose this property

We are in a great location -close to shopping, casinos, wineries, horse back riding, beaches and restaurants that are very popular! 10 minutes to New Buffalo Michigan and 10 minutes to Michigan City casinos and outlet mall! Lovely wooded setting and close to beach and a playground close by!

What makes this property unique

One floor- open concept house great for families and friends who like to chat, cook and play games in the open floor plan. House is located in the woods- lots of dear and bunny viewing!

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