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Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Nestled among the woods, this 3-bedroom home offers a peaceful retreat with natural wildlife. Enjoy gathering in the open layout living room, dining room, and kitchen or unwind by the fire pit on the screened-in porch at night.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61380 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes

Enjoy beautiful Northwest Indiana area which is close to wineries, breweries and casinos! Washington Park Zoo is aslo close by as are the Indiana National Park and Warren Dunes State Park in Michigan. Set among the woods with natural wildlife.

The home is a 3-bedroom/2-bath home. There's a large master with king bed and en-suite bathroom. The other two bedrooms feature queen beds with a shared bathroom. There's a front porch with seating, and a screened in porch and outdoor space with fire pit in the backyard. Side door grill with easy access. The open layout living room, dining room, and kitchen are great for gathering, playing games and enjoying a meal.

If you like to eat out we have STop 50 Pizza a block away, Swingbellies burgers down the street and the Famous Redamaks about 1 mile into New Buffalo, MI!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,380 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Strip all beds that were slept in.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Travelers who choose to bring their pets will be asked to leave the premises with no refund!

Pets

Pets not allowed

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

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Lyon Oaks Golf Course - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Duneland Beach - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Michiana Beach - 2 min drive - 2.0 miles
  • Blue Chip Casino - 7 min drive - 5.1 miles
  • Lake View Beach - 19 min drive - 14.0 miles

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 9 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 13 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 47 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rios Mexican Grill - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Farmette - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes located?

This family-friendly Michigan City vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Duneland Beach and Lake Michigan. Michiana Beach and Ambler Flatwoods Nature Preserve are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Adorable cottage in the Michiana Shores area! Close to Lake Michigan and Dunes Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 81 out of 89 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 89 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 89 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 89 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Seth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The hosts supplied everything we needed to enjoy our stay. The cottage was very clean and comfortable. I would highly recommend this cottage and these hosts!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joan O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location adorable house, loved the decor along with the screened in porch.Minutes away from the beaches, and downtown New Buffalo.The host was wonderful, very friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cathy G.

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

Perfect Cottage

House is perfectly laid out and about a mile from the beach - beautiful walk or 2 minute car ride. I would stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly G.

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

Thank you

We had a lovely stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lori K.

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

Nice place

The house was as described and comfortable. Location was convenient to many attractions. Communication was good. Would stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lucy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Exceeded expectations.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory B.

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

Vacation

Beautiful home...It was close to all the places we wanted to see.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Vivian N.

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

Much needed relaxing vacation

The property was beautiful. Location was perfect. Loved the screened in porch. Sat there mornings and evenings. I would recommend this property to anyone and everyone.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Evan W.

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

Great stay near the lake

The house was excellent and it’s just minutes from what you might want to see. My family and I really enjoyed our time here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stuart H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it. The pictures didn't do the property justice. It was bright, spotless & very comfortable inside. My whole family said we should rent on next year's Michigan trip. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

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

Great location

We enjoyed our time in Michigan City and this property was in a great location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Katelyn B.

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

Wonderful little spot!

Perfect getaway spot! Close to everything. The scenery and location are perfection. Want to book yearly!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy C.

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

Family Weekend Getaway

Lovely home for a long weekend with family! Super comfortable, cute and convenient to everything. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Beautiful Comfortable Convenient

I wish I could give more stars. This is probably the most comfortable house I've ever rented over the years. Nicely decorated with simple but good taste. Conveniently organized, well stocked kitchen. We had everything we needed including the Keurig coffee maker. My daughter rented this house last year and was in the house next door with her family this time. We loved our stay and would definitely come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W., WYOMING, MI

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

Perfect for our group

Well stocked home in Michiana shores. Perfect for adult groups, great location.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott F.

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

Michigan City

We enjoyed our stay. Highly recommend!!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kurt M.

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

Thanksgiving Stay

Perfect for our family. We were visiting relatives for Thanksgiving in Long Beach. Very clean, plenty of room for 5 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

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

Beautiful home!

The house is perfect for a long weekend! The rooms are a nice size, beds are comfortable…and the main area has plenty of space to socialize and hang out!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

candace m.

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

RELAXATION

This property was nice, relaxing, and clean. The backyard was perfect with a firepit to sit by and take in the outdoors. Overall, the property was a stay again in the future. Definitely recommend to future seekers in need of a great stay, nice host, communicates swiftly, and no complaints.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cora W.

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

Cozy but spacious home

Beautiful home! 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. Modern conveniences, spacious, perfect for our family! Plenty of parking and quiet neighborhood close to beach! Would highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracey J.

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

Phenomenal

From the location of the house, to the house itself, to the beach that was like paradise….I couldn’t review harder! Would love to make this an annual thing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M., Morton, IL

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

Another great stay!

We have stayed here twice and it’s a great place. Very clean and well appointed. Hosts are great to work with. They answer any questions and respond immediately. Would definitely recommend it!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All good. One minor item - the outdoor grill is “camping stove sized” and we would have grilled but it was too small and awkward. We didn’t cook in the unit - only used the coffee maker and toaster and microwave and washer/dryer. Those were all solid. The A/C in the unit worked great. Everything for the beach is there. It’s an 18 minute walk to the public/glorious beach. We were happy to walk it. But note there there is no parking at the beach and that it’s a short metal staircase down for anyone who has difficulty with that. All in all a nice rental. And the lake (what we came for) was in its summer best! (Water hit 76F the past couple of days.)
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

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

Girls week

House is amazing open floor plan, clean, fun screen porch & fire pit. So close to beach & shopping. Will recommend to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023