🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit

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A two-story house with a covered porch and a garage.
A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden chairs, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a chandelier.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a rug, and a dining area with a table and chairs. There are wall-mounted picture frames and a chandelier.
A kitchen with a wooden table, chairs, a bench, a stove, a microwave, a sink, and a chandelier.
A room with a bench, a door leading outside, and a view of greenery.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Indiana Dunes National Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Porter, IN
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes Visitor Center
    ‪1 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

"Dune Room"

2 Queen Beds

"Forest Room"

2 Queen Beds

"Shore Room"

1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

"Sky Room"

1 King Bed

"Sweet Dreams Room"

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Chesterton

Located in Chesterton, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes State Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery, or check out an event or a game at Ames Field Stadium. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.
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Map
Porter, IN

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 1 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 20 min drive - 22.1 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 25 min drive - 49.7 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 11 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit?

As of 4 November 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit on 19 April 2027 start from NZ$2,603, 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 🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is 🏡 Roomy Private Home to Gather with Family and Friends 🏓 Game Room and Fire Pit located?

This family-friendly Chesterton holiday home is located near the beach, within 1 mi (2 km) of Indiana Dunes State Park and Indiana Dunes National Park. Lake Michigan is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 100 out of 105 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 105 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 105 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 105 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We have stayed here a few times over the years and really enjoyed it. Having access to the loft above the garage is so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 8 October 2026
Thank you for coming again to stay at The Nook! I'm so glad you enjoyed your time there and the fun Loft game room above the garage.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
loved the place. Owner was very accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great place for a large crowd! It gives everyone so many options - the dunes, the beach, or Chicago (with easy access to the train). We also used the fire pit and the game room! I recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy booking and check in. Spacious kitchen and amenities. Wish we had more time.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful, roomy house and extra game area for a large crowd. And so close to the dunes and beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
I'm so glad you enjoyed your time at The Nook! Thank you for sharing your review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Another great week at the nook!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Thanks so much for coming!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The place is so amazing with so much to do provided for all ages. Our third year in a row and we plan to come again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2026
I am so glad you enjoyed your time, and I am happy to have you come and stay at The Nook again! Thank you for sharing your experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family and kid friendly. Lots to do for the kids. Toys, books, games and lots of balls, highchair and pack and play provided. Well stocked kitchen and well marked cabinets and drawers.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Thank you for sharing your review of your stay at The Nook!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space for family gathering. We had enough space for all sixteen of us to have delicious family meals in the well-equipped kitchen. The bedrooms were beautiful and had comfortable beds. The kids loved the game room. Plenty of board games and books to keep us occupied. We could get to both Indiana Dunes National Park and State Park easily.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Thanks so much for coming and enjoying The Nook! I appreciate your helpful and detailed review that will help others to know whether The Nook is a good fit for them.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Thank you for coming to The Nook!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family enjoyed our stay very much, especially with having the clean well-kept accommodations and so close to our favorite Lake Michigan beaches. This is a very comfortable home for family to relax and enjoy their home away from home.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2026
I am so glad you all enjoyed your time at The Nook! Thanks for sharing your experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay, great spot, great house, works well for a large family with adult kids and grandchildren.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Thanks for staying at The Nook and for sharing your experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a great time celebrating my Masters graduation and gender reveal. The kitchen was big enough for all of the women to come together and cook resulting in minimized trip expenses. It was also a special treat seeing my 88 year old grandfather get excited about the ping pong table. This was a great trip with great memories and this house had enough space for everyone.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 June 2026
How wonderful! Thank you for choosing The Nook for your special gathering, and thanks for sharing your experience.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always such a wonderful time at The Nook! With the beach close and all the activities at the house, our family stays entertained for the whole stay. We look forward to coming here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thanks for sharing about your time at The Nook! Hope you can make it back again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice house for big groups!

We had a great stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was our second time staying at the Nook. Penny is great, the place is so conveniently located, and always has everything we need!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Thanks for staying at The Nook and for sharing your experience!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Place

Great place for family very near Indiana Dunes lakeshore.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our big family!Clean, comfortable beds, lots of room for everyone, nicely decorated and even a beautiful thoughtful gift!!!Penny was the perfect host! Everything was lovely!!! I would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thank you for coming to stay at The Nook! I'm so glad you enjoyed your time and hope you can make it again someday.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Weekend Family Gathering

We enjoyed our stay at this exceptional property - it was outstanding in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great place to get away

Very nice and easy access to Indiana Dunes NP
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful

Once again a perfect spot for our weekend retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Kearney Kampout

Yearly family get together going on for 28 years. This is the BEST PLACE ever, and one we plan to revisit every year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 29 September 2026
Thank you so much for sharing your experience at The Nook! I am glad you enjoyed your time with family.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing stay at The Nook. The host was great, The Nook was perfect for a ladies sleepover weekend, and the location to the Dunes was prime! We really enjoyed spending time together around the big kitchen table and had a fire pit and s'mores. The kitchen is well stocked with essentials for cooking, and the host has a bunch of great details from the Nook themed items to the guest book and Dunes park information. We absolutely loved our stay here!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 17 March 2026
Thank you so much for coming! I am happy to hear your group enjoyed the area and The Nook, making memories with friends.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location for what we wanted to do

Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Vacation Spot for Mutiple Families!

The was a perfect spot to be for Labor Day Weekend. Close to the Lake, big yard, and plenty of space for multiple families with kids. The place was well stocked and clean…would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 24 October 2024
Thanks so much for choosing The Nook for your Labor Day weekend getaway. I hope you can make it back again.
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