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Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven.

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3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, video games, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.6

Exceptional

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3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

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Michigan City, IN
  • Popular LocationWashington Park Zoo3 min drive
  • Popular LocationWashington Park Beach3 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlue Chip Casino5 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)110 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.

Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven.

Mythology and the perfect beach holiday meet in this charming 2-story guest house that feels as though it were straight out of a fairy tale. The Troll's Den sleeps 6 people with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, full kitchen, and laundry facilities. This house is perfect for families or small gatherings, with queen beds in two bedrooms and bunk beds in the other. The Trolls welcome your visit and, if you're quick, you may catch a glimpse of one inside the Troll Hole.

Loaded with games, toys, books, music, four TVs with and high-speed wifi this house is perfectly located across the street from the waterfall pond and a half-block walk from the pool, Lake Kai, and the new playground. A leisurely 5-minute walk to Lake Michigan on the pristine Indiana Dunes (national lakeshore) which is a top-rated beach where you can see the Chicago skyline on a clear day.

The Troll's Den is located in the Beachwalk, an award-winning resort community in Michigan City, Indiana, where there is activities aplenty right outside your doorstep.
Resort amenities include:
*pool
*tennis courts
*basketball courts
*volleyball court
*Lake Kai (a small lake for fishing, and non-motorized watercraft use)

Other attractions in the area include:
*Washington Park
*Zoo
*Blue Chip Casino
*Premium Outlets Mall with over 120+ stores
*Lighthouse and Rag Tops car museums
*Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and State Park

Please note that we maintain a smoke-free and pet-free environment.

All cleaning fees are baked into the nightly rate.

From the Friday before Memorial Day through Labor Day, there is a 3-night minimum and all guests must purchase resort passes, which cost $15 per person. There is a $5 parking cost per car.

Cleanliness has always been a top priority for our company. If you've stayed with us before, you may have seen this during your visits. Our cleaning and infection control processes were put in place so that when you visit our homes at the Beachwalk, they are both safe and comfortable.

We will continue remote check-in/check-out procedures, but as always will be available to take your calls, answer any questions, and provide the overall great service you have come to expect. Early check-ins or late check-outs will be allowed when possible and will be charged at the hourly average of the nightly rate.

Property manager

Anders Nyhus

Languages

English, Norwegian

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Stereo
  • TV
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • 1 unit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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: Lots of games and attractions for kids of all ages

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 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, 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

Beautiful Family Cottage Beachwalk Grill AC Free Wifi Kids Haven
Beautiful Family Cottage Beachwalk Grill AC Free Wifikids Haven

About the neighborhood

Michigan City

This vacation home is located in Michigan City. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and snorkeling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking.

What's nearby

  • Sheridan Beach - 12 min walk
  • Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive
  • Washington Park Beach - 3 min drive
  • Blue Chip Casino - 5 min drive
  • Friendship Botanic Gardens - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Zorn Brew Works Co - 6 min drive
  • The Game - 5 min drive
  • William B's Steakhouse - 5 min drive
  • Barker Inn - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven. located?

Situated in Michigan City, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stop 7 Beach and Lake Michigan. Sheridan Beach and Stop 2 Beach are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 163 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 196 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 196 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Troll house
Enjoyed the troll house. Great location
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

William H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Resort stay
Great property and nice owner. Worked out great for our guys trip. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Waite C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for off season too !
Very fun, clean, and lots to see and visit. We walked to the beach each day. Bring your own game favs. We forgot scrabble, and none in the house. Great Fun!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danetta S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, charming, wonderful location…just perfect!!
My husband, adult son and I stayed in the Troll’s Den. It was so charming, had everything we needed for our stay plus more. It was very clean, exceptionally maintained and well stocked. The Beachwalk is a great community. Although it was off season, we enjoyed the walk to the beach. The owners live right next door, we had the pleasure of meeting them. They take great pride in their properties and it shows. This was our first time in the area, we will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tim D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for families
The rental was very clean, fun, and perfect for our family of four young kids. The whole house is decorated in a trolls theme (which my girls didn't like at first, but eventually loved) and is very fun to look at and has a fun nature to it. The whole community is full of themed houses, very colorful, and would be so much fun to see during the peak season. We came during the off season as a pass through, but still enjoyed just walking the community and going to the Indiana Sand Dunes just down the road. There is a nice park just a few blocks away for kids to play at and the Michigan Lake beach is within walking distance. Stores are 10-15 minutes away for supplies. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Troll's Den
Very quiet relaxing place to stay. Perfect walking distance to the beach! Cozy and comfortable!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house
We had a very nice stay. Owner was very easy to work with and get ahold of.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Trolls' Den
Enjoyed our stay! Wonderful accommodations!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love the Trolls House
Great communication with owner. Lovely location and place. Definitely hope to come again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super cute house in a great location
This house is cute, clean, and very close (less than 10-minute walk) to Lake Michigan! Awesome amenities like aa pool, ping pong, pickle ball counts, and more.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

lindsey k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House and Beautiful Community
Great trip! Property was exactly as described. We had everything we needed for our stay and the communication was excellent. It’s a short walk to the beach and an amazing community. Our kids enjoyed the beautiful playground as well. Thanks for a great stay! We would definitely return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachealk Convience
Came for a family wedding. Family rented 4 houses which all were close by…and close to local host family. Loved September weather and quality restaurants and places we could walk to and beautiful sunsets. Area is just getting better as the years go by.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness
End of Summer Trip
House was very nice. Location was close to the park, community center, neighborhood lake, and pool. Walking distance to Lake Michigan as well but a golf cart would be more convenient (available for rent from activity center). Did have an issue with noise at a neighboring house but owner was receptive to this. Otherwise great house and great area!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
summer vacation
Great location, clean well maintained property. Easy communication with owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Den's Troll
The house was as described. It did say there were beach toys and all we saw was a wagon. We did not bring any beach towels, and there were not beach towels in the home. The full bathroom needs to be cleaned/updated. It is small, but we knew that. The home worked for our short stay at Beachwalk.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beachwalk community
We love this area of Michigan City. This is our 3rd trip here. First time at the The Trolls Den which is perfectly located within the Beachwalk community. You’ll have plenty of activities to enjoy during your stay and access to the nice beach! The owner is very responsive and seems to aim to ensure your stay is great!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness
Making Memories
We had a wonderful time at the Troll’s Den! Loved the house and location. Wonderful, attentive hosts. Memories to last a lifetime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fun family vacation
This was the perfect house for a family of five. We had the best summer vacation.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Family Time
My husband and I, along with our adult children stayed last weekend. The house was wonderful, the beach was close and the beachwalk had fun activities. Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anastasia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved it
It was a beautiful stay, they house was great, the owner is very nice and helpful. The only criticism was TV issues. We didn't watch to much TV but it's nice to have before bed. I believe the owner was going to correct this after we left since the main bedroom needed a replacement. Aside from that everything else was fantastic. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
We had a great time in this Beachwalk property. The house was very clean and just as described. The shower was nice and hot. So nice to have linens, towels and basic kitchen supplies provided - even tea bags. We stayed here while attending a nearby birding festival and it was very convenient. Thank you Anders for hosting us.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay
My adult daughter and I were in town for a wedding and opted for this property instead of a hotel room. I’m so glad we did! The property is very nice, and equipped with everything I needed for cooking and lots of games and DVD’s for entertainment as well. The neighborhood is very cute, and though this is off season, the amenities look like they would be a blast too. The host was awesome and very responsive. I felt comfort in knowing he was available if we needed anything! We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved the Troll Den
Excellent experience and great location. Comfortable living room and bedrooms. Nice amenities and we can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy with great location
We enjoyed our little family reunion in Trolls Den. Rooms were comfortable, kitchen had most supplies we needed for family meals, it was pleasant to walk around the neighborhood, and I could easily walk to a lovely Lake Michigan beach.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful. Vacation home, clean and easy to use. Spacious for it's size.
Excellent experience of renting property. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023