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Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore

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A living room with a TV, a potted plant, a coffee table, a sofa, and a wooden floor.
A welcome sign for the Trailside Retreat, a white basket with snacks, and a glass with pebbles.
A hallway with a welcome mat, a light fixture, a framed welcome sign, and a wooden chair.
A cozy living room with a wooden dining table, chairs, a sofa, and a television. There is a bookshelf and a lamp.
A cozy living room with a dining area, a ceiling fan, and a view of the outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Walkable and wonderful
    Guests love the walkable location for its easy access on foot.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Portage, IN
  • Place, Portage Imagination Glen Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪12 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Double Beds

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore

Our spacious, open-concept apartment is designed to suit families, couples, and small groups alike. With two bedrooms—one with a king-size bed and another with two full beds—plus a queen-size hide-a-bed couch in the living room. Everyone will have a cozy place to sleep with quality linens and comfy beds.

The fully equipped kitchen makes meal prep easy, whether you’re planning a family dinner or a romantic meal for two. The open dining and living area is perfect for game nights, movie marathons. Step outside to your private patio and enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard—ideal for morning coffee or evening conversations.

Nearby Attractions:
• Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore - dozens of beaches just minutes away.
• Bike & Walking Trails - one starts right across the street.
• Nearby Marinas - Charter a boat, rent kayaks & SUP
• Charming downtowns with boutique shopping, outdoor markets, large outlet mall, cozy cafes & fine dining.
• 2 casinos nearby.
• 45 mins to Chicago

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 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:
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 5137558vb
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Portage

Located in Portage, this apartment is near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brown Field or Athletics-Recreation Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and mountain biking.
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Portage, IN

What's nearby

  • Portage Imagination Glen Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 12 min drive - 19.2 km
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 14 min drive - 14.7 km
  • University of Chicago - 46 min drive - 64.6 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 13 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Becker Household - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Firehouse Subs - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Cappo's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore located?

Situated near the beach, this apartment building is 0.9 mi (1.4 km) from Portage Imagination Glen Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Founders' Square Park and East Branch. Indiana Dunes National Park and Portage Hospital are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 2 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 2 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roberta K.

Liked: Location
Very lovely space. Comfy furniture and homey. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pictures don't show how beautiful this property really is! It doesn't feel like a rental. The entire property is well decorated, clean, well-cared for and really relaxing! There are lots of little touches that made it feel very welcoming as soon as we walked in the door. The hosts provided a binder to explain some things about the property, history of the area and a list of local restaurants. There was also a binder with menus! I wish we had spent some time on the lovely patio that is available for guests staying there. It is located in a nice area of Portage. And it was pretty easy to get around town from the home. We would be happy to stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026

About the host

Hosted by Roze Schut

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Why they chose this property

Quite neighborhood, Beautiful Landscape,

What makes this property unique

Private entrance, comfortable layout.

Languages:

English
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