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SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Living area | Smart TV, video games, DVD player, foosball
Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 162800 sq ft

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Porter, IN
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes State Park14 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes National Park15 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes Visitor Center19 min walk
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)100 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room

Only two miles from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, "The Nook" of the Indiana Dunes is your family's special place to stay. Sitting on over an acre of land in a quiet and friendly neighborhood, the back yard has space to play, view wildlife, and gather around the rustic fire pit to enjoy evenings with the family. Conveniently located near Highways 20 and 49, The Nook's location is excellent for pleasing a variety of vacationers in all four seasons with nearby beautiful hiking trails, biking trails, Indiana Dunes State Park and National Park, the South Shore train station (for an easy ride to Chicago), the quaint and charming town of Chesterton with its unique shops and eateries, and of course Lake Michigan's famous sandy beaches.
Originally a farmhouse built nearly 100 years ago, The Nook combines that cozy farmhouse feel with modern comfort. The one-of-a-kind layout of this home is well-suited for two families to vacation together. When you are not dining in the nearby restaurants, enjoy cooking and eating in the roomy, well-equipped kitchen. Bring some charcoal and enjoy grilling out with the backyard park-style charcoal grill.
When a rainy day keeps your family from enjoying the outdoors, head on over to the game room above the garage for a round of ping pong or video games.
YOU CAN START YOUR VACATION OFF RIGHT WITH AN EARLY 1:00 PM CHECK-IN. TAKE YOUR TIME GOING HOME WITH A 1:00 PM CHECK-OUT, at your convenience with no person-to-person contact.
Make yourself at home at The Nook of the Indiana Dunes!
(The Nook is not at this time wheelchair accessible and does require that guests are able to use stairs to enter the home.)

The Nook is in the Central time zone. The two main entrances to the home have doorbells which include security cameras.

NOTEWORTHY PLACES NEAR THE NOOK:

Lighthouse Place Premium Outlet Mall-- 11 miles, 16 minutes (Michigan City)
Blue Chip Casino-- 12 miles, 18 minutes (Michigan City)
Old Lighthouse Museum--12 miles, 17 minutes (Michigan City)
Michigan City Lighthouse--12 miles, 19 minutes (Michigan City)
Dune Park South Shore Train Station-- .9 miles, 4 minutes (Porter)
Indiana Dunes State Park and Beach-- 2 miles, 5 minutes (Chesterton)
Indiana Dunes National Park Visitors Center-- .7 miles, 2 minutes (Porter)
Glenwood Dunes Trailhead--3.3 miles, 5 minutes (Chesterton) for Cross Country Skiing




***Due to unknown future events such as illness, travel insurance is strongly encouraged for compensation to be made to the guest in the event that a guest must cancel or rearrange a booking very near the check-in date.***

Property manager

Penny

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO smoking in house, decks, garage; ONLY in yard.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room on site
  • Bicycles on site
  • Foosball table on site
  • Table tennis on site
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit
  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: See rental agreement for child safety hazards.

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
Note from host: Ask host before inviting extra (daytime) guests.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

Chesterton

Located in Chesterton, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Washington Park Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Athletics-Recreation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 14 min walk
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 15 min walk
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 19 min walk
  • Dune Acres Beach - 7 min drive
  • Lake View Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 11 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Wendy's - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • 219 Taproom - 5 min drive
  • Chesterton Brewery - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room ?

As of Jun 3, 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room on Jun 17, 2024 start from $469.0, excluding 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.

What time is check-in at SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room ?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room located?

This family-friendly Chesterton vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, Indiana Dunes State Park, and Indiana Dunes National Park. Lake Michigan is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 48 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 50 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 50 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda R., Evansville

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House for Big family
House was very accommodating and peaceful neighborhood. Would return again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away
Very nice and easy access to Indiana Dunes NP
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house!
House was wonderful. Plenty of space for multiple families. Kitchen is great. Big yard for kids to run around. Game room above the garage. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
The home was very spacious and clean. We have rented this home twice and just love it for our large family when we visit the area. Would recommend this rental home for anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had a great time! Everything was so clean and there were so many things provided that we put to use! What a great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad & Juanita R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Winter Retreat!
After searching through many rentals, we came upon this gem! My brother was traveling from Sharon, MA and we were in from Las Vegas. With mom in a retirement home in Chesteron, this was the perfect location for all of us. From the initial communications and to the day of arrival, Penny was attentive and extremely responsive. Our 2023 Family Christmas at her home was perfect, with a decorated Xmas tree in the large living area! The game room was a hit with the younger adults. We couldn't really enjoy the outdoor amenities because of a slight drizzle but the firepit looks inviting for the next time. We did take a drive to Indiana Dunes State Park which is close by. Plenty of stores nearby to stock up on necessities. All in all, the perfect place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Nook
Great game room, fire pit, and little extras
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Great place for family very near Indiana Dunes lakeshore.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Notre Dame Football weekend
Stayed at the Nook for a trip to Notre Dame football game. About 45 minutes to the stadium. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Even an apple tree with lots of apples.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
They thought of everything!
Beautiful home which provided comfortable accommodations for 13 adults. The beds were comfortable and the living spaces plenty. We thoroughly enjoyed the game room over the garage as well as the large kitchen area to sit, eat and converse. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well appointed home with a great host
We were here for a birthday weekend. The home was perfect… place to play, place to gather and relax and located close to state and national parks. It was good to have access to firewood and state park passes to make it easy to explore. Overall , had a great time. Thanks Penny.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bruno S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything perfect
The nook is just perfect. It has plenty of space for everyone. We were 13 and never felt squeezed throughout the week. It is super clean and the kitchen is very well equiped (for true, not like some other places where you only have the very basics...). The kids had a lot of fun in the game room. The yard is huge, we even played baseball (with the kids obviously, still too small for grown-ups !) The property is well situated in a quiet neighbourhood. The state park has some nice trails but they did not allowed swimming some days while it was in the national park just beside. So we headed to the national park most of the time. There is a bike path to the state park but none to the national park. However if you go by bike, the state park passe only lets 1 person in and you need to pay for each person. If you go by car, everyone in the car will get in with the same pass. So we ended up leaving the bikes behind for that. There are other bike trails but we didn't explore much. If you want to spend a lot of time in Chicago, it might be a bit far but still feasible. It was not the case for us, we stayed close most of the time. All in all, a very fun week. The nook was even better than expected. It is a sure call to rent here !
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gaetano D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for what we wanted to do
Everything was perfect
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect accomodations
Very clean, lots of room to be together, awesome kitchen. Grandkids loved the variety of bicycles.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lauren F., Kansas City, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a big family
Clean and quaint house that is just a quick drive to several beaches. House is fully equipped for a beach vacation. Property manager is quick to respond and reliable. Perfect location for an extended family vacation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vacation
It was a great time with kids!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for the whole family
The property was great. The house provided a lot of separate spaces as well as large spaces that the entire family could share. They provided a lot for entertaining the entire family, and it was close to the beach and state and national parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cherifel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Nook is wonderful!
The place was spacious, organized and well-equipped. It had everything we needed to feel at home and our host, Penny, was very helpful and responsive as well. The game room, backyard were a hit and the Dunes is just nearby. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and would not mind visiting again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bridget B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful place!
Penny’s place was perfect for our family vacation. There were enough different spaces where we could spread out and if people needed a break they could go to their own space. But the gathering spaces were also wonderful, especially the kitchen table. My adult children loved the loft space and the toys were wonderful and welcome for my grandson. unfortunately the weather was not sure of your list but I don’t think even Penny could control that. Lol. Everything was just fabulous. Thank you Penny for sharing your marvelous home!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T., Danville

Liked: Cleanliness
Well-equipped, beautiful home
Such a nice home with everything we needed. It's close proximity to the dunes was great. And we could come back to this peaceful house with room and activities for all ages. Plus the owner was super responsive when we had questions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark J., Solon, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with family near the Dunes
This property was an excellent place to stay as we had 13 family members in the house and had plenty of room. The swingset and slide in the backyard were a hit with the kids. The proximity to the Dunes and the passes provided by the host made it easy to get there early before the crowds arrived. Penny is an excellent hostess and communication was great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

DENNIS K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious & Ready to Accomodate
Our family/friends chose this property for a place to stay for our daughter's wedding nearby. It turned out to be a perfect spot for us! Our 4 teenage/early twenties grandsons loved the game loft above the garage and the numerous items (bikes, games, video games, basketball hoop, etc.) to occupy their time. The fire pit was a big hit as was the spacious kitchen and large gathering room to watch movies together. When it was time for bed, the bedrooms were spaced so far apart that we all had privacy. There were extra supplies in case we forgot something and a Dollar General was so close if we needed anything else. It was the perfect space for the perfect wedding! Thank you so much, Penny, for opening up your beautiful space to us. Great memories were made. I'm just sad I didn't have time to see the Dunes! LOL!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, well-equipped home
Pics are accurate, beds comfortable, plenty of space for zenith time, well-equipped, thoughtful hostess, near Dunes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect place
There’s no doubt that the owner checked every box when making sure that everything was perfect. From the cleanliness to the supplies provided fully stocked kitchen towels, amenity cabinet I couldn’t of asked for anything more. This place exceeded my expectations and the pictures don’t do it justice. I would recommend anyone looking for a great place to stay to check this listing out. The beds were comfortable. It was plenty of room for me and my family and it was very private. Penny was a great host and her communication with spot on. The check in process was very easy . I honestly felt that I was at home I highly recommend it!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great spot
Penny was very friendly and communicative both before and during our stay. The location is perfect for visiting the dunes. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023