10/10 Excellent
Patrice M.
24 July 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great home and location!
Patrice M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
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Stylish 3-BR/2BA house on pond short walk from beach, family-friendly, w/AC WIFI
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Michigan City, IN
- Duneland Beach9 min walk
- Sheridan Beach6 min drive
- Blue Chip Casino8 min drive
- South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)48 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Downstairs bedroom
1 Double Sofa Bed
Master bedroom
1 King Bed
Queen bedroom
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Downstairs bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Upstairs bath
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area
About this property
Stylish 3-BR/2BA house on pond short walk from beach, family-friendly, w/AC WIFI
Escape to this unique house in picturesque Shoreland Hills in Michigan City. With 3 bedrooms including a king bed, queen bed, and sofa bed (along with air mattresses for more), this cozy artist's retreat is perfect for families or small groups of friends. Access to private beach at Stop 31 is less than 1/2 mile walk through a quiet neighborhood filled with dunes and oak trees.
Whether heading out for a day at the beach or staying in and grilling or playing board games, you'll find plenty to do without having to get in the car.
Enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen, eating areas indoors and out, a large living room and 2 bathrooms (one on each level) with a shower, bathtub, and plenty of provided amenities.
The property itself offers expansive outdoor space and nature views all year long with a deck and picture windows overlooking Blueberry pond. Deer, herons, ducks and many other birds are frequent visitors.
Stargaze by the outdoor fire pit in warmer months or cozy up by the indoor gas fireplace in the sunken living room. Read or just watch the wildlife as you rock in everyone's favorite hanging chair.
We offer use of a grill and shared access to beach toys and bikes for our guests. Located less than 10 min drive from attractions, restaurants and shopping in Michigan City, IN and New Buffalo, MI. Conveniently close to grocery stores and other vacation must-haves.
Please note: the staircase to the second floor is a spiral staircase. People with mobility issues should consider their comfort with using the stairs. Two bedrooms are upstairs, and one is on the main level, with access to the deck. No boating, fishing or swimming in the pond.
Whether heading out for a day at the beach or staying in and grilling or playing board games, you'll find plenty to do without having to get in the car.
Enjoy the convenience of a full kitchen, eating areas indoors and out, a large living room and 2 bathrooms (one on each level) with a shower, bathtub, and plenty of provided amenities.
The property itself offers expansive outdoor space and nature views all year long with a deck and picture windows overlooking Blueberry pond. Deer, herons, ducks and many other birds are frequent visitors.
Stargaze by the outdoor fire pit in warmer months or cozy up by the indoor gas fireplace in the sunken living room. Read or just watch the wildlife as you rock in everyone's favorite hanging chair.
We offer use of a grill and shared access to beach toys and bikes for our guests. Located less than 10 min drive from attractions, restaurants and shopping in Michigan City, IN and New Buffalo, MI. Conveniently close to grocery stores and other vacation must-haves.
Please note: the staircase to the second floor is a spiral staircase. People with mobility issues should consider their comfort with using the stairs. Two bedrooms are upstairs, and one is on the main level, with access to the deck. No boating, fishing or swimming in the pond.
Property manager
Julie
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 28
Check out before 11:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children must be supervised near the pond.
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Store extra beds
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Lock the doors and return the keys
Return beach pass and shed key to designated hook
If staying during the week, please put trash and recycling out for pickup by the street for Tuesday morning.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 near theme parks and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Minden Bog and Friendship Botanic Gardens are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Michigan City, IN
What's nearby
- Duneland Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Shady Creek Winery - 4 min drive - 4.6 km
- Sheridan Beach - 6 min drive - 3.2 km
- Blue Chip Casino - 8 min drive - 8.1 km
- Washington Park Beach - 12 min drive - 8.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- William B's Steakhouse - 7 min drive
- Zorn Brew Works Co - 8 min drive
- Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - 4 min drive
- The Game - 7 min drive
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Julie
Our family hails from Evanston, IL. Our kids have grown up along the shores of Lake Michigan, and we want to share our experience with others.
Why they chose this property
Since 2018, Shoreland Hills has been our oasis away from the city. We love everything to do with lake life, and while we enjoy the lake on the Chicago side, there's nothing like watching the sun set over what feels like the ocean. We had been visiting Southwest Michigan for over 10 years, and we loved everything Michigan had to offer but didn't love having to cross a busy highway to get to the beach. Our realtor turned us on to this lesser-known enclave just over the border in Indiana, which boasts all the benefits of Michigan lake life but with a less touristy feel, a quieter neighborhood vibe and unspoiled Lake Michigan coastline. Even better, it's a shorter drive from Chicago!
What makes this property unique
Built in 1980, our home has a unique bohemian feel, with a sunken living room, spiral staircase, vaulted ceilings and huge fireplace wall. Enjoy nature views while swinging in our hanging chair. One of only 4 homes on Blueberry pond, we offer a unique rental unlike any others in the neighborhood.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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