This home in Michigan City offers the best location and plenty of space to enjoy all that this beautiful city has to offer. Only a few barefoot steps from the sandy path and Lake Michigan's best beach, you're also just up the street from Washington Park Zoo, Oasis Splash Pad, and Marina. With three bedrooms sleeping 12 people including two foldout couches in the living room plus a pool table for family fun.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12139 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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About this property
Steps from the beach! Pet friendly. Awesome amenities and great location.
This home has over 200+ fantastic guest reviews. It offers the best location in Michigan City! You'll have plenty of space to enjoy all that Michigan City has to offer. Only a few barefoot steps to the sandy path and the best beach on Lake Michigan. You're just up the street from Washington Park Zoo and the Oasis Splash Pad, as well as Washington Park, the Amphitheater, and the Marina. This house sleeps up to 10 with 3 bedrooms - two with queen beds and one with twin bunk over double bed with a trundle. There is a twin size foldout couch in the living room. There is also a foldout queen couch in the basement. Plus an additional twin over double bunk bed with trundle in the basement. There are two full bathrooms with modern amenities. With hardwood floors throughout, the sunroom/living room and the bright, sunny kitchen provide plenty of space to enjoy quality family time. There is an outdoor patio with gas grill (propane provided) and charcoal grill for grilling and hanging out. Side yard has ample space for games and relaxing after a day at the beach. And, after the sun goes down, enjoy sitting around the fire pit (firewood provided) under the stars or head indoors and play a game of pool or air hockey. Any time of day, relax on the front deck and soak in some sun. We provide firewood for the fire pit. WIFI throughout. Smart TVs are ready for you to log into your streaming service. For traditional fun, there are books, board games and a pool/air hockey table to enjoy when you're not on the beach or out and about exploring the area. The house has central air conditioning and also features beautiful screened windows. Plenty of street and driveway parking is available for several cars. Three mountain bikes are provided for touring the area as well. Families with children will appreciate the proximity to the beach and side yard to play. Dogs are welcome, with owner approval and additional deposit. LaPorte County Parks, Indiana Dunes State Park and Friendship Gardens all welcome dog walking. The kitchen is fully equipped with all utensils, pots and pans and necessities available to create a gourmet meal - just bring your groceries. The additional features to help make your stay easier are included - coffee maker/filters, Keurig, toaster, crock pot, blender. Bath towels, linens, and beach towels are provided. The basement laundry room has washer and dryer. Dish soap, hand soap, and paper towels are also available. To make your beach visit easier, beach chairs, a wagon, life jackets, toys and a cooler are provided. Aside from the beautiful beach, there is so much to see and do in Michigan City including the Lighthouse Outlet Mall, Blue Chip Casino, weekly Saturday farmers' markets all summer, concerts in the park, Friendship Gardens, Indiana Dunes National Park, U-pick orchards as well as the historic Old Lighthouse Museum and the Barker Mansion. Plenty of golf, bike trails, restaurants, breweries, wineries, and other attractions await! Cyclists will enjoy the newly extended Singing Sands bike trail through the city from the Calumet Trail. You can ride from the Indiana Dunes to Memorial Park. Owners are flexible for bookings and look forward to sharing this wonderful home for the perfect beach getaway!
Property amenities
Beach
On the beach
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shower
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Firepit
Free firewood
Furnished patio
Gas grill
Outdoor furniture
Yard
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Suitability/Accessibility
Cobblestone flooring in public areas
Hardwood flooring in public areas
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Air hockey
Arcade/game room
Bicycle parking
Bicycles
Billiards/pool table
Water sports equipment
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Ice skating nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Mountain biking nearby
Sailing nearby
Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
Swimming nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
Winery tours nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Dogs allowed with additional fee
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Located in Michigan City, this vacation home is near a water park and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Traveling with kids? Consider Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and mountain biking. Visit our Michigan City travel guide
Is Steps from the beach! Pet friendly. Awesome amenities and great location. pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Steps from the beach! Pet friendly. Awesome amenities and great location. ?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Steps from the beach! Pet friendly. Awesome amenities and great location. ?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Steps from the beach! Pet friendly. Awesome amenities and great location. located?
Nestled on the beach, this Michigan City vacation home is just steps from Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away. Michigan City Station is 25 minutes by foot.
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Great location very close to the beach, and lots of amenities that are perfect for families. We particularly enjoyed the pool table and sitting in the sunroom with views of the lake.
We greatly enjoyed our stay! It was perfect for a Spring Break get away. Quiet area, close to the beach/lake, the National and State Parks, and in between the campuses we were touring. The property was in great condition with recent updates and just as listed, Great communication as well!
A short drive from chicago but a perfect escape from the city. Great property for a quick trip with family and our dog to enjoy walks on the beach and s’mores in the backyard. The pool table and air hockey have the teens plenty to do! Would stay here again!
Beautiful home right with direct beach access to Lake Michigan
This was a repeat stay at the property, as we love the amenities and location. Property owners are very friendly and welcoming, obviously caring a great deal about maintaing and improving the property. We will certainly return.
We had a wonderful weekend stay. The house is clean and just as described online. The host is available for anything you may need!! I can’t wait to stay here again!!!
The home was lovely. Well equipped, and quite comfortable. Night lights were even provided in strategic locations, which are always appreciated. The location was ideal, with a short walk to the beach. The sandy trail even had a cover for ease in walking, especially when carrying beach equipment that was also provided.The owners were very responsive to our questions, and flexible when we needed to adjust our original dates of occupancy.And finally, we --and our little Maltipoo--were MOST appreciative of the "Pet Friendly" accomodations!Overall, we would highly recommend this home and location!
Linda B.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent
Anuradha
Sep 30, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
House was lovely and well fitted up. Very close to the beach and it is an easy 5 minute walk. Great options for families with kids or teens - entertainment possibilities are abundant. We enjoyed our girlfriends' getaway trip and the host was receptive and helpful.
This is our 3rd time staying here and we will definitely be back next year. Property is always clean, the beds are comfy, the showers are great. Access to the beach is super convenient. We love coming to Michigan City, but love coming back to this house even more. Definitely recommend this property.
This house was perfect for us! Had everything we needed. Was close to everything. We really enjoyed the fire pit in the back. Would definitely stay again.
House is close to the beach. Living, kitchen, dining areas are open so entertaining is all together. House was very clean and worked great for our large family weekend! Would book again!
This place is all that is advertised and more. One of the cleanest VBRO’s ever! Perfect for a large group and so much to do nearby. We had a blast, thanks!
I made the wise selection for our familly getaway.This home was clean, comfortable and accommodating. A short walk to the lake. Located near many activities depending on time of year and interests.The kitchen is stocked with your kitchen needs. Host was very responsive to inquiries i had before booking and after- which made our time enjoyable.
Our family enjoyed a weekend stay with direct beach access, in addition to its prime location, the home is well equipped to keep the entire family entertained in comfort. Loved the bright and modern kitchen and bathrooms. The beds and bedding are very comfortable. Would love to return for warmer weather.
We love staying here every year! I can’t imagine a better way to start our summer break. I appreciate the responsiveness of the host, the cleanliness and spaciousness of the home, and the amazing proximity to the lake. It’s perfect for a family getaway, especially for young children. It keeps us coming back every year!