You've found it – the perfect fun spot for your family beach vacation! Just a road trip away and less than half a mile from the beautiful beaches in Indiana Dune Park. Guests rave about the supplied beach accessories! You'll love the quiet, peaceful neighborhood close to the Michigan City's Washington Park beach, downtown, zoo, restaurants, outlet-mall shopping, and more. Grill outside; then gather the family around the firepit and roast marshmallows with the Smores Board provided. Play games like cornhole and board games and enjoy the 43" Fire TV.
Hot tub and Game Room (located in the heated garage) are shared spaces
Property manager
Jason
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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If the hot tub was left very dirty and requires extra cleaning after your stay, an additional $150 cleaning fee will apply.
No parties or events, Quiet hours 11PM to 7AM
No smoking.
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 first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
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 Canada Park and Washington Park Zoo. Relax and indulge in the area's winery tours, or seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
Michigan City, IN
What's nearby
Blue Chip Casino - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Washington Park Beach - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
Washington Park Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
Sheridan Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
Getting around
Michigan City Station - 3 min drive
Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 7 min drive
South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
William B's Steakhouse - 13 min walk
Zorn Brew Works Co - 3 min drive
The Game - 13 min walk
Shoreline Brewery - 2 min drive
Starbucks - 3 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Duplex | Firepit | Game Room | Hot Tub-all year pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at Duplex | Firepit | Game Room | Hot Tub-all year?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Duplex | Firepit | Game Room | Hot Tub-all year?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Duplex | Firepit | Game Room | Hot Tub-all year located?
This family-friendly Michigan City holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Canada Park and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. Michigan City Station is 21 minutes by foot.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Misrepresented and smelled, hot tub was slimy and DIRTY
The day before we left for our vacation we learned that this was the lower unit. On the AD/Descriptor page it said DUPLEX. I have stayed in duplex units before and this was basically the basement. It is a very old house where the first floor is underground so basically it is a basement. When we walked in the unit smelled of mold. That basement kind of smell. Trying to overlook this, but I am allergic to mold and had issues with my asthma there, I went out to the hot tub which is a major draw for me and a must for my kids. I was so grossed out. There were bubbles of either soap scum or gross human fluids. I spent 15 min trying to clean it out. We did cautiously go into the hot tub and got out within about 10 minutes itchy. It was nasty but my kids were eager so we tried. I had rented 4 nights and left after 2. I wanted y go home the first night but tried to stick it out despite the mold and needing to take meds because it was expensive. There were people upstairs and there was no privacy outside. I reached out to the landlord, who kept sending robotic appearing messages asking if we enjoyed the place and what would it take for a great rating. I informed them of these problems but continued to get these robotic emails about high ratings and being comfortable. I didn’t hear back from the owner. We left by 945am Tues am after arriving Sun. Gross. Smelly and the owners were unresponsive. No one should be deceived about the type of dwelling&mold.They kept my money for all night
My partner and I really enjoyed our stay here. Jason and Jamie were great and I loved how frequently they reached out to make sure everything was alright.
Unfortunately, the first night we stayed, there was an extremely loud party next door and I was kept awake for most of the night by men screaming outside the windows & people stomping around the unit upstairs. I'm a light sleeper and could hear pretty much every footstep from the upstairs unit. Thankfully most guests vacated after that night so I was able to relax for the rest of the weekend!
The hot tub was wonderful but due to it being a shared space we were unable to utilize it as much as we wanted. The indoor amenities were great: powerful water heater, coffee bar, & snacks were all appreciated.
Half Way Between Milwaukee and Flint Cousin Weekend.
We had a wonderful time during the Cousins Weekend. The location was perfect! We hit the beach, the outlet Mail and then split meals between restaurants and grilling on location. Jason kept in contact with us throughout the weekend in case we needed anything.
Planning on repeating next year and booking again at this adorable little hideaway! Thanks Jason and Jamie!
I reserved this place for my family along a weekend and the place has 2 units. The unit upstairs was rented to a group of 8 men in a heavy and continuous party. The shared spaces (hot tub, yard, etc) were left with dozens of unattended beer cans, cloths and the tub was filthy enough not to go in. Also, several drunks on top of your ceiling all night long. If you look for a quiet and clean and safe place, this is not the right one.
Stayed here for 1 night in the off-season on an overnight stay during a business trip. The pictures of the property are very accurate. It is a duplex - some of the comments claim being unaware of this fact, but you can clearly see in the exterior photos that there is an up and a down unit. There were people above us, they were up very late, and you could definitely hear their footsteps and voices. It's just the nature of being in a unit where you have people above you. In the end, a little white noise covered it up just fine and I had no issued sleeping.
The neighborhood was very quiet and perfectly safe. The interior of the unit was very up to date and nice looking, and it was immaculately clean.
I would recommend this property as a place to stay in any season.
My husband and I stayed for 3 nights at Jason and Jamie’s cottage. It was very clean, tastefully furnished with high quality appliances. Bed was very comfortable and the hot tub as delightful. The cottage had everything we needed to have a comfortable stay. The hosts were very friendly and responsive. Loved the area - Indiana Dunes was fantastic. Definitely recommend.
My girlfriend and I were looking for last minute accommodations and found Jason and Jamie's beach apartment in Sheridan Beach. I was having issues trying to book the same day and Jason was extremely helpful in trying to accommodate. Unfortunately, there were other occupants, so we had to wait until the next day, but Jason had the place ready to go for us right away. The place was decked out in beach vibe decor and was VERY clean. They had all the amenities we needed for our stay, including pots and pans, and a washer and dryer. The garage was made into a game room, complete with darts and a foosball table. He had board and card games that my girlfriend and I took advantage of. We broke out the 1000pc puzzle and gave up after two minutes. They also have a hot tub, complete with LEDs. It was clean and very well kept. They also had a firepit, in which we bought some wood, but unfortunately, it rained both nights of our stay. Thank you to Jason's excellent customer service and prompt communication! If I'm ever looking for a place again, I will definitely be looking for his property.
Overall the place was very clean and nice, but I was not told it was a duplex until the day of. I did not enjoy being woken up at 7am to people walking and moving chairs around upstairs. Other than that we enjoyed our stay.
Home very well stocked, very cute and clean inside. We're able to walk to restaurants and Sheridan beaches. Very friendly and safe area. Wine tasting, golfing and excellent restaurants nearby.
Check in was easy and the unit was all clean and ready. Beds were comfy, the water was nice and warm. Bathroom was clean as well as the kitchen. It’s clean and relatively modern. We felt safe too; the property is well lit.
I my opinion, I wouldn’t bring more than three persons, and there is a lack of adequate space to place luggage and belongings (no closets, and the drawers are flimsy). Two persons are perfect and three is about max. 4 persons (their max) would be a bit cramped.
There’s only a few nuances I have: with the shower lever (it’s backwards: H is cold; C is hot), the toilet has a bad seal and water trickles - annoying, and lack of space in the kitchen. Not sure if the unit really needs all the air fresheners?
Beds were really comfortable. Lots of super-hot water. Nice shower head.
Alan A.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
About the host
Hosted by Jason
You’ll appreciate your hosts’ reputation for solid communication and rapid responses when contacted.
Why they chose this property
Close to beaches and many Michigan City attractions!
Walk to: Washington Park Beach: 1.1 miles Sheridan Beach: 1 mile Dune Billies Beach Café: .1 miles Cool Runnings: .2 miles Blue Chip Casino: .7 miles Downtown Michigan City: 2 miles Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: 1.1 miles
DISTANCES TO LOCAL POINTS OF INTEREST: Beaches: Washington Park Beach: 1.1 miles Sheridan Beach: 1 mile Indiana Dunes: 7.2 miles Cowles Bog: 13.2 miles Dunbar Beach Access: 7.4 miles Kemil Road Beach Access: 9.2 miles Lake View Picnic Area/Kemil & Dunbar Beaches: 9.2 miles Mount Baldy: 2.8 miles Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk: 18.4 miles Porter Beach Area: 12.6 miles
Attractions: Oasis Splash Park; Great spot for kids: .8 miles Hawthorn Park Disc Golf: 12.7 miles Hesston Steam Museum: 12.1 miles Radke’s Orchards: (apple picking) 8.4 miles Rosey’s Berry Farm: (strawberry picking): 9 miles The Lucky Hatchet: 4.7 miles Friendship Botanic Gardens: 1.4 miles Dunes Summer Theatre: 5.4 miles City Lanes Bowling Center: 4 miles Old Lighthouse Museum: 1 mile Michigan City Skate Park: 1.5 miles Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: 1.1 miles Southlake Mall: 33.1 miles Downtown Michigan City: 2 miles Downtown Valparaiso: 23.1 miles Downtown Chesterton (adorable shops): 13.7 miles Chicago: 58.4 miles
Adventures in Nature: Indiana Dunes National Park (7.2 miles) offers14 Hiking Trail systems:
Wineries/Vineyards: Butler Winery: 13.9 miles Shady Creek Winery: 4.1 miles Round Barn Winery: 14.3 miles Tabor Hill Winery: 28.6 miles Dablon Vineyards: 30.7 miles
Local Restaurants Lakeshore Coffee Specialties: 1.2 miles The Goblin & The Grocer (a variety of dishes and delicious drinks): 6.6 miles Dune Billies Beach Café: .1 miles Panini Panini: 2.2 miles Leeds Public House: 1.3 miles
For Gamblers Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa: .7 miles Four Winds Casino: 11.9 miles
What makes this property unique
– Firepit – Kettle-style charcoal grill with grilling utensils – Corn hole game – Board and card games, puzzles – Fully equipped kitchen – Washer/Dryer – Fire TV
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests