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Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17

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View from the street
Living Room with Fireplace, Couch, Loveseat, and Chair (view from Front Door)
Dining Room with French Doors to Deck/Backyard
Dining Room (view from Kitchen) - two benches and four chairs - seats 10 or more
Dining Room - Looking Back to Front Door/Living Room

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Balcony
    A rare find - enjoy views from the balcony.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Washington Park Beach
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 18

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Balcony

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Zoo
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)

2nd Floor Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Basement Bedroom 1

1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed

Basement Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 6

1 Double Futon

Loft

3 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Master (first floor)

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Basement Bath

Toilet · Shower only

Master Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area

About this property

Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17

Alegria is a charming beach cottage located in Sheridan Beach. This adorable 4 bedroom + loft, 3 bath rental is perfect for your vacation getaway! Located just 2 blocks away from the best beach on Lake Michigan this little gem offers so much! Open the door to the comfortable living area drenched in sunlight welcoming you the moment you walk through the door! The master bedroom is on the main floor with full bath. The second story has a full bath, a big, bright loft (with TV/DVD) that sleeps five - great for the kids! Off the loft is another bedroom with queen bed and French Doors to a private deck. The updated kitchen is totally equipped along with a roomy dining area and seating for the whole gang. Basement features a separate Living Room, Two Bedrooms (together sleep 6 easily), and a Bathroom with Shower.

But what is really most unique to Alegria is the outdoor space where you are completely surrounded by the trees and walking trails, providing privacy and serenity. You`ll love it so much that you`ll want to prepare your meals on the gas grill outside on the deck and dine under the star filled sky. Some nearby attractions include the Washington Park Zoo & Splash Pad, Michigan City Marina, Lighthouse Shopping Outlet and the Blue Chip Casino. All within minutes! Let the Alegria be your vacation destination!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We Love extended family groups!
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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
Parking - Allowed on street in front of house and to the south (till the 'No Parking Beyond Here' sign). Additional parking next block south.
Please don't park in front of the garbage cans (especially on Monday morning when the garbage is collected) or else it won't get picked up!! Smelly!!
The traveler must provide Photo ID and a guest list with name and age after booking. This house is family oriented. No Bachelor/ette parties, please.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 672190vb
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

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this cottage is near a water park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and mountain biking.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Stop 2 Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sheridan Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 3 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17?

As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17 on 7 September 2026 start from NZ$762, 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 Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17 located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Washington Park, Lake Michigan and Blue Chip Casino. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away. Michigan City Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 77 out of 101 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 21 out of 101 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 101 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 101 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 101 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
House was exactly as described in the listing. Very nice and plenty of space for our family. One of the best things was the fully stocked kitchen which we haven’t had in many of the houses we have rented.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danielle H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We would most definitely stay here again! Quick walk to the beach with beach accessories available, stocked kitchen with utensils for cooking and grilling, and great location that’s quiet but not too far from restaurants & other fun things!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Pre-summer retreat

The space was great for our large group! The beach access was so nice.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

carol P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very true to listing! Great location, easy walk to the beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean home and great location for short walk to beach, nearby restaurants, shopping, etc. Saw 2 gorgeous deer in backyard, mom and baby.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shem B.

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

Great place!

Clean and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

sarah n.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love well supplied the house is and how close it is to the beach! The beds are comfortable. There is enough table space for everyone to eat at the same time which is not typical.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Mike H.

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

Nice place

It was very clean and well stocked kitchen and bathrooms. TV was very spotty and living room small. Overall a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sarah n.

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

Cousin Trip

It is so cute and has all the details to make our stay very comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bruce V.

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

Great Location to the Beach

Multi-family vaction. Great location to the beach and a very nice beach as well. We had a great time with plenty of space for our group. Very inviting home.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 July 2023
Thanks for the review. So glad the property worked out for your group. We hope you'll consider us again on a future trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

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

Family Beach Vacation

Wonderful time had by all. We spent many hours at the beach which took just minutes to walk to, and the Washington Park Zoo was just delightful.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 August 2022
Thanks for the review! So glad you enjoyed the house, beach and zoo! Hope you'll consider Michigan City again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joel N.

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

Always a pleasure

Great place for our large family getaway. It is a close walk to the beach and Todd is always easy to work if any issue arises.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 September 2023
Thanks for the review. So glad you all enjoyed your stay!
Verified

8/10 Good

Josh K.

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

Awesome location.

We had a great time.! The house was exactly as described. We all had plenary of space and enjoyed the deck and privacy.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 13 September 2021
Thanks for the review. We hope you'd consider us again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Todd S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

very nice

Roomy, comfortable, easy walk to beach
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 October 2022
Thanks for the review. So glad you enjoyed the property.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeannine R.

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

College friends get-a-way

Great house for our group to spend the weekend catching up and relaxing! Really enjoyed the extra bonus of watching three deer in the back yard every morning during breakfast after we enjoying the quick stroll down to the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 October 2023
Thanks for the review. So glad the property worked out for your group. It is a nice and quiet time this time of year...and you had great weather all weekend. We hope you'll consider us again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

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

Beautifully wooded back yard

Alegria is well maintained and furnished. We enjoyed the close walk to the beach, which is huge and fun!! The private back yard is great for early morning coffee and evening dinner and relaxation. So enjoyable!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 July 2022
Thanks for the review. So glad you enjoyed the property. The back yard is a great feature of the house - we enjoy that, too. We hope you consider us again in a future visit to Michigan City.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bronnwyn C.

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

Sweet & short weekend stay

Our families second visit to the area and we brought friends along with us this time! Perfect location for us- short trip to the amazing zoo, walked on the pier and the kids loved the beach (even though it was kinda cold& windy), and had an amazing lunch at Dunebillies. The back deck was great and we saw deer on the hill behind us every morning and evening.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 26 October 2022
Thanks for the review! Sounds like a lovely stay. So glad you all enjoyed the area and the property. We hope you'll consider us again on a future trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah G.

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

Great for large families with younger kids

Very nice and very roomy. Loved the long table and multiple seating areas! Most of the beds were comfortable. Beach was a pretty short walk. We enjoyed it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 July 2022
Thanks for the review! So glad you all enjoyed your stay. We hope you'd consider us again on a future trip.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah Y.

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

Great getaway

Online listing is accurate. Communication with Todd was great
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

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

It was fun

Beach was great especially with waves. Botanical gardens were fantastic. Zoo was close Visit to Oinks is a must. Good location. Kids loved hill and bench behind the house. We had 8 adults and 9 children. For our 1 yr old a pack n play and a high chair. Lots of dishwashing detergent, garbage bags, and laundry pods. It was much appreciated
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Toni S.

Nice place that we would like to come back again.

Plenty of room for the 3 generations to gather for meals yet separate for different activities. Enjoyed the front and back patios. Close walk to the beach. Had a problem with a leak in the basement but it was fixed with a new water heater.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 20 March 2020
Yes - sorry the water heater started leaking - thought it was the air conditioner condensate backing up, but my son noticed the water heater - luckily my guy was able to change it the next day! sorry for the inconvenience! Todd
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

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

KC Family

Perfect location at our favorite place. Just make sure your car mirrors are folded in or else they could get smashed!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 July 2023
Thanks for the review! So glad you came back to Michigan City. Hope you'd consider us again in a future trip. Hope you're all well!
Verified

8/10 Good

brenda S.

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

Family vacation

Overall was clean. I am very picky so there were a few things that could have been cleaner. But we had a great time and would stay there again
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 12 July 2021
Thank you for your review. We are addressing the cleanliness of the property with our cleaning crew. We hope you will be back to Michigan City.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve W.

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

Vintage Lake House Michigan City

Great space that easily accommodated our family of 16. Nice backyard deck in quiet wooded setting. Our kids loved exploring the woods behind the house. Nicely decorated space and well equipped kitchen. Walk to beach was manageable with small kids and wagons. Great memories created!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thanks for the review! So glad everything worked out for your family.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa T.

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

Perfect getaway near the beach

This house was perfect for our family of 13.House was very spacious and clean.We enjoyed our afternoon short walk to the beach,and enjoyed the beautiful sunset and views.We enjoyed the parks and the zoo near by as well.The deck was nice too and loved seeing the wild tukeys in the morning near the hill behind the house.Overall this house was perfect and relaxing for our weekend getaway!Thank you for sharing your beautiful home with us.We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2023
Thanks for the review. So glad you all enjoyed the property. The deck is really nice and peaceful. We hope you'll consider us again in a future visit to Michigan City.

About the host

Hosted by Todd Davis

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We bought the entire Carter Manny compound from Carter in 2009 and have since set about trying to maintain (and even improve) the perfect balance of relaxed sophistication and ingenious simplicity that Carter infused it with over 60+ years of ownership. We spend most of our summers in Michigan City with our kids either in the sailing program, on the beach, or on the Michigan City Municipal golf course. We live in Elmhurst when we can't be in Michigan City and have to do stuff like go to work and school.

Why they chose this property

Alegria is a well-built classic Lake Michigan Summer Cottage newly remodeled with all the modern amenities in a unique, tranquil setting unusual for this close to the water. Much of Sheridan Beach is built very close together, so not much privacy - really none. Not so with Alegria - in the evening you can turn on the floodlights and have the whole wooded hillside behind lit up while you enjoy the peace and quiet.

What makes this property unique

Alegria has a great location close to Lake Michigan but also has PRIVACY and PEACE & QUIET - the lots behind the cottage are still just woods (with trails if you like to explore). Sheridan Beach is close to Chicago (75 min drive), but feels a world away and has really the best beach on Lake Michigan. A burst pipe led to a complete down to the studs remodel, so the cottage is like new - modern kitchen, baths, etc. Loft will sleep up to five. Another bedroom up sleeps two. First floor master suite has it's own bath and laundry. Two bedrooms (each sleeps three) and a bath are in the basement. Outside shower on the back deck to rinse off the sand. Real wood-burning fireplace in the living room. Classic 1920's beach cottage with stone walled front yard and private back yard with all the modern conveniences - WIFI, Cable TV, Air Conditioning, granite countertops, etc. We have a list of places for good Pizza, Burgers, Fine Dining, things to do, places to go, etc. Come and explore the southern shore of Lake Michigan from this great base camp.

Languages:

English, Spanish

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