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The perfect wooded retreat for artists, writers, readers, and beach lovers.

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Beach nearby
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms124 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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.

The perfect wooded retreat for artists, writers, readers, and beach lovers.

Nestled amidst towering pines and just steps from the serene shores of Lake Michigan, Jack’s Beachside Book Nook is your idyllic escape from the city’s clamor. This rustic, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom retreat in the exclusive Dune Acres community offers tranquility, privacy, and breathtaking lake views, just one hour from Downtown Chicago on the sandy shores of Lake Michigan.

This home is perched atop a private hill, just one lot back from the beach. A private staircase down the backside of your hill leads you to a public beach path, only accessible on foot. You may have this section of the beach to yourself for your entire stay!

This home offers 3 simple, comfortable bedrooms - one queen and one double bed on the main floor, and one king bed on the second floor. Massive picture windows look out across the wooded property from the queen bedroom, while the double bedroom offers a seating area. A full bath with a walk-in shower completes the floor. A laundry room & extra fridge in the utility area complete this floor.
Head upstairs to the open living & dining room, with floor to ceiling windows, an enclosed sunroom seating area, and cozy kitchen.
Outside, you'll find a charming pond, seating area, grill, and parking for up to four cars in the driveway.

The community offers tennis & basketball courts, a playground, and another beach access point with permitted parking, within a 5-minute drive. Due to the owner's extensive library, you'll never run out of beach reads. For all of you writers & musicians - the quietude and inspiring surroundings make it the perfect place to spark creativity.

Due to town code, this home can only accommodate four reservations per year, so space is extremely limited. Open for stays of two weeks or longer.

Pet-Free Zone: To ensure a clean and hypoallergenic environment for all guests, pets are not allowed on the property.
Fire Safety: For the safety of all guests, fireworks are strictly prohibited.
Smoke-Free Property: Smoking is not permitted inside the home or on the property.
Parking: Please park vehicles in the designated driveway area. Parking on public roads is not permitted.
Age Restriction: To rent this property, guests must be at least 25 years old.
Climate Control: The home is naturally cooled by its lakefront location and dune-side construction. While central air conditioning is not available, the home typically remains comfortably cool throughout the year.
Window Coverings: Please note that the windows do not have full blinds. However, the home’s secluded location ensures privacy.

Property manager

Beachwalk Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,331 square feet
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Policies

Check-in

Contactless check-in 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
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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

1531-257693

About the neighborhood

Map
Unknown, Indiana

What's nearby

  • Dune Acres Beach - 4 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 7 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 9 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Lake View Beach - 17 min drive - 12.6 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Original George's Gyros Spot - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The perfect wooded retreat for artists, writers, readers, and beach lovers. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

Where is The perfect wooded retreat for artists, writers, readers, and beach lovers. located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Cowles Bog Trailhead and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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