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The Sunshine House: Three Units in One!

The Sunshine House: Three Units in One!

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Exterior
Front Entry
Wild Woodlands lower unit living area
Open living room with kitchen bar area that seats six!
Breezy Beach open living room and eat - in kitchen area

Overview of The Sunshine House: Three Units in One!

Reviews
6.0 out of 10
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16192 sq m

Enjoy the area

Map
Michigan City, IN
  • Popular LocationLighthouse Place Premium Outlets5 min walk
  • Popular LocationWashington Park Beach16 min walk
  • Popular LocationBlue Chip Casino17 min walk
  • AirportMichigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)9 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

1st Floor Family Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1st Floor Family Room 2

1 Double Sofa Bed

1st Floor Queen Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

1st Floor Queen Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

1st Floor Queen Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

2nd Floor Family Room

1 Double Sofa Bed

2nd Floor King Bedroom

1 King Bed

2nd Floor Queen Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

1st Floor Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

1st Floor Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

2nd Floor Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Dining Area

About this property

The Sunshine House: Three Units in One!

Location meets convenience! The Sunshine House is the perfect solution for traveling families: three separate units in the same house, centrally located near a variety of attractions! It boasts bright, themed decor and updated amenities. Guest will enjoy the comfortable beds, outdoor firepit, and a short walk to the outlet malls or beaches. Kitchens are stocked with all your needs to cook a great meal with family/friends, or walk to nearby restaurants/bars to enjoy all that downtown MC has to offer! This is the perfect little getaway for up to 16 people who want to relax or adventure!

To avoid any confusion, potential guests should thoroughly read ALL information below before requesting to book. (We promise that the info below will better prepare you for your trip and answer 99% of your questions!) Thank you!

HOUSE PERKS:

Sunshine House is the perfect solution for traveling groups of friends or families who want to spend time together, but may also desire a bit more privacy.

This historic home has been divided into three separate units, all under the same roof, but each with their own coded entry door.

Two units are on the main level: Wild Woodlands (sleeps 6), and Breezy Beach (sleeps 4). The upstairs unit, Scenic Skies, also sleeps six people. Note that the stairs to the upstairs unit are historic and very steep. Those who are not able bodied will not easily be able to access this unit, and will likely be more comfortable in one of the main floor units. Please also note that a small portion of the Scenic Skies unit (laundry/bathroom) has low ceilings. Anyone 6 feet or taller will need to be mindful of their head in this area.

--Each unit includes a kitchen with a fridge/freezer, sink, stove, oven, microwave, toaster oven, blender & coffee maker. Essentials like plates, cups, cookware, utensils, & paper towel will be provided for your use. (Please note that there is not a dishwasher.)
--Along with coffee, creamer and sweetener are provided.
--Cooking spray, olive oil, salt/pepper are provided.
--In each unit, beach toys for kids and a large woven beach towel is provided for each guest.
--Each bathroom includes a full tub.
--A hair dryer and showering essentials/bath towels are available in each bathroom. Each bedroom has clothing storage and hangers. There is also an iron and ironing board in each unit.
--Free public parking surrounds this home.

TECHNOLOGY:
--A large, flat screen smart TV is hooked up in each living area, though we recommend the outdoors over the tube! ;)
--High Speed Wifi is provided.

SLEEPING SET UP:
Wild Woodlands Unit sleeps max of 6 people: One bedroom (queen bed), another bedroom (queen bed) and a living area one small (full sized) futon. Please note that the futon is small and firm, and while it’s advertised to accommodate two adults, we believe—based on size/firmness—that it’s much better suited for children. Mattresses provided on the beds are Zinus Green Tea memory foam mattresses.

Breezy Beach Unit sleeps a max of 4 people: one bedroom (queen bed) and a living area with one small (full sized) futon. Please note that the futon is small and firm, and while it’s advertised to accommodate two adults, we believe—based on size/firmness—that it’s much better suited for children. Mattresses provided on the beds are Zinus Green Tea memory foam mattresses.

Scenic Skies (upstairs unit) sleeps max of 6 people: One bedroom (king bed), another bedroom (queen bed) and a living area with one queen sized floor mattress. Mattresses provided on the beds are Zinus Green Tea memory foam mattresses.

LAUNDRY:
Scenic skies unit has its own laundry, and laundry is shared between Wild Woodlands and Breezy Beach. Note that anyone who wishes to do laundry will need to be able to walk up/downstairs and a historic house. All stairs are steeper than modern day houses.

OUTDOOR SPACE:
--The shared outdoor space in the backyard is accessible by exiting doors from the back of each unit. Outdoor Edison bulb lights surround a heavy duty wooden picnic table (seats 8), as well as a firepit with benches surrounding it. Roast a s’more and enjoy!

ADDITIONAL INFO:
We welcome guests of all backgrounds! However, due to prior disrespectful renters and property damage, we will only be accepting booking requests from:
--AirBnB users who are "verified" and who already have positive reviews from other hosts.
--Renters that are above the age of 25.
--Renters who are not bringing pets.
--A maximum of 16 guests per reservation. Extra guests are not allowed.
--We value our relationship with our neighbors, so events/gatherings/parties are not to be held by guests. In order to keep the unit in excellent condition for future guests, we are firm on these rules. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

***Smoking is NOT allowed inside or around the property. If there is any evidence smoking occurred inside or within 50 feet of the property (smoke smell, ashes, paraphernalia, etc) there will be an additional $300 cleaning charge and/or loss of security deposit if one was collected.

***Note that the neighborhood itself is transitional, and while our guests have never had safety issues while staying with us, the area hosts eclectic mix of people: both locals and tourists. The police station is less than a mile away, along with many other popular restaurants and attractions. If you have any specific questions or concerns, please feel free to read previous location ratings/reviews from other guests, and/or reach out prior to booking.
***Note that there are train tracks a few blocks away. When a train goes by, you may hear the whistle. Train schedules vary greatly so there is no telling how often you will hear it while vacationing—Many of our guests have said they never heard it, some others say they were bothered by it. We've provided sound makers in each room (and beside the futon) for light sleepers. The vast majority of our guests do not complain of the train, but you are welcome to bring ear plugs for nighttime if you’re a light sleeper or if you’re concerned.
***Note that if you are bringing infants/babies, the unit is NOT baby-proofed. (Furniture is not secured to walls, outlet blockers are not included, cabinets/drawers are not locked, etc.) You assume responsibilities for all guests.
***Note that the units share walls with each other and so there is potential for noise from other guests in your group. We do provide sound makers in each bedroom and living space.

Other things to note
CHECK-IN INFO:
--Guests who book will receive detailed check-in instructions and a key code for entry on the morning of their scheduled arrival. All of this will be communicated through AirBnB messenger.
--Please note that Michigan City is on Central Standard Time (CST). Check-in is any time between 4-10 PM; you will likely have guests in the unit below you so if arriving late please be very mindful of noise levels; guests must check out by 10 a.m. so that we can clean/prepare for our next renters before they arrive.
--Our cancellation policy is moderate.

Property manager

Kirby & Taryn Atwell
Premier Host
Premier Host

Amenities

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
***Note that if you are bringing infants/babies, t

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited inside
Guest is Required to Sign a Rental Agreement
Security Hold of $500 will be processed by the Host on the Guest's Credit Card
Minimum Age of Primary Renter is 25 years of age, and Primary Renter must be on site for duration of the stay

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

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 in the city centre and 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

  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 5 min walk
  • Trail Creek - 13 min walk
  • Washington Park Zoo - 16 min walk
  • Washington Park Beach - 16 min walk
  • Blue Chip Casino - 17 min walk

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min walk
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 13 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zorn Brew Works Co - 18 min walk
  • The Game - 20 min walk
  • William B's Steakhouse - 20 min walk
  • Rocks Lounge - 20 min walk
  • Matey's Restaurant - 6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Sunshine House: Three Units in One! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Sunshine House: Three Units in One!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Sunshine House: Three Units in One!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Sunshine House: Three Units in One! located?

This family-friendly Michigan City holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Barker Mansion, Lake Michigan and Blue Chip Casino. Indiana Dunes National Park is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away. Michigan City Station is 5 minutes by foot and Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop is 13 minutes.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

6.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Delores D., CHICAGO,COOK

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, listing accuracy
One issue
Stay was great the property was nice and clean .The only issue we had was the codes didn’t work when we first got there. But once I called and let them no they sent the codes right away. Not much to do in that area but everything else was good .
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

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Hosted by Kirby & Taryn Atwell

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