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Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access

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Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo
On the beach, sun loungers, beach towels

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Beach view
    Beach view
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access

This sunny, charming beachfront home is just steps from the sand, containing 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and features all the comforts of home. Located just 60 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from South Bend, this home is perfect for summer vacations, weekend winery tours, and Notre Dame sports weekends. Only a private sand dune separates this home from one of Lake Michigan's most gorgeous beaches, so you can enjoy the privacy of your own yard while celebrating the tranquility of beach front living.

The recently refreshed home features a large open living, dining, and (fully stocked) kitchen area offering sunny, sweeping views of the waterfront dune. Over 800 square feet of deck and 450 square feet of patio space with a large fire pit and plenty of seating offer tons of space for dining and enjoying the beach. The house also has an outdoor shower, an extra den with a flat screen TV, a large private back (sand) yard, and an indoor/outdoor speaker system.

Property manager

Brittany Kirkel & Caley Doran

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Games
  • Books
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • 1 stairs to reach property
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • 1 on-site accessible parking spaces
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • On the waterfront
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Sledding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 11 min walk
  • Washington Park Zoo - 11 min walk
  • Sheridan Beach - 14 min walk
  • Blue Chip Casino - 2 min drive
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 3 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 7 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access 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 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Michigan City Station is 23 minutes by foot.

Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 64 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 64 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tami S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen V., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Family beach vacation
We enjoyed everything about this house. It was well stocked with the essentials and was very clean. Easily fit grandparents and two families of 4. Loved the location on the dune and the incredible short walk to the beach access. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary G., GreenbBay

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach House Location
The real charm of this house is the feeling of seclusion, although it is in a pretty densely populated area, and the direct access to the beach. The back deck area is perfect! The kitchen is very accommodating and stocked with plenty of dishes, glasses and cooking ware. Plenty of beach towels are provided too. A great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Joan V., Waldo

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Enjoyed the family time. Very quiet area. Missed not having the foosball table as shown in pictures. Greatly appreciated the beach chairs, beach toys & beach towels being included.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Molly R., Marietta

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place to stay
We were here for a funeral and this home was a wonderful place to gather with family as the deck and family room are perfect. With 7 bedrooms, although smallish, everyone had their own space to which to retreat. It is a very well stocked hpuse and Brittany was soo sweet and communication was excellent. She even left us flowers and a condolence card. We hope to return to this beach house again and spend more time on the great beach that's such an easy walk from the house. Thank you for sharing !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great family time
House was great! Clean and well stocked with everything you’d need. Close walk over the dune to a wonderful beach. Our family with 10 adults and 5 kids 5 and under had a great week. Thanks for hosting your home
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
On the Dune
The location directly on the dune is great. The outdoor patio has lots of seating, and a separate fire pit area, which makes for great evenings as the sun sets. Plenty of beach towels and chairs. Our second time at the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and wonderful house
The house had plenty of space, was in a prime location to the beach and had a great outdoor space. Loved the views, especially at sunset. House has everything we needed for a long weekend stay and the owners very responsive to questions. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls trip 2023!
Wonderful home! Pictures don’t do it justice, it’s even cuter in person. The location was perfect…( but do yourself a favor and use the public path a couple doors down, that dune can be tough when carrying a lot.) Owners were very helpful with questions before our stay. This place had everything we needed to make our 12th annual girls (teachers and administrators) trip a big success! Would love to visit again :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place!
Amazing house with lots of bedrooms in the perfect location. It was able to comfortably hold 10 people easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

mary c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Vacation in Michigan City!
The house and property were great! The check-in process was smooth. We loved the huge deck, fire pit, grill, private dune entrance, neighbors, plethora of beds and baths, big kitchen, dining area, washer/dryer, fireworks and convenient/plentiful parking. My suggestions would be: fix the water in main shower (no hot water), toilet seat broke, bathroom floors were dirty, outdoor shower didn't work, game table was falling apart, upstairs shower did not drain (filled with sand). These are small suggestions; we had a great week. Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful house with us! I would definitely recommend this rental!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brett N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
House was amazing for a family of 7. Steps from the beach. Close to all local attractions. Top notch! Planning to return next year!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing weekend
This house was great for our large group of adults and kids (ages 1-4). The property had everything we needed, from a well-stocked kitchen to beach toys/chairs to a fire pit. We enjoyed going to the beach close-by but still separated by a dune for backyard privacy. Felt like the property accommodated us even more than expected from the listing!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway.
Great location for outlets and casinos. It was decorated so nicely and very clean. Would reserve again!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friend cation 2022
How you Dune was a great place right on the lake. We made many memories with friends and would highly recommend this place for a friend or family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely lake stay
The beach house is beautiful, spacious, and perfectly located right on the beach. We enjoyed the large deck and fire pit. The kitchen was stocked with everything we could need. The ample supply of towels, beach chairs, and sand toys came in handy with the kids. The den and foosball table were much loved by the kids and allowed the adults some time away from them. Thank you for a great getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Getaway
SUCH A LOVELY PLACE!! Pefect getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion Fun
We had a wonderful time at How You Dune! The view from the top of the dune was a bonus when watching the speed boat races and the sunsets. Some of our best photos ever! Communication with the owner was excellent. They were very responsive to our questions /concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Veronica N., Koeltztown, Missouri, United States

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time, great place!!
We rented this for my parents 45th anniversary celebration. 15 of us from 6-68 stayed in the house and had plenty of room and space if needed! Short walk to the most beautiful beach and lots of toys/floats/chairs come with the rental. Highly recommend! Thanks for the amazing memories!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Retreat
After 2 very difficult years, we rented the house as a retreat for our school administrator team in order to get work done and spend quality time together. It was perfect! The house was clean, very well stocked, and roomy enough for our group of 10. The hosts were very responsive and friendly. It was just the thing we needed to meet the needs of our group and we have already agreed to rent it again for next years retreat.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Coziest vacation home I’ve been to
My family and I travel a lot and this was a family reunion that left everyone very satisfied. This home is very comfortable and filled with everything you need to make this house a home from towels to kitchen ware.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay
House was in a great location and plenty of space. Our group of twelve, 5 adults and 7 teens did not ever feel crowded. Plenty of supplies for our two night stay and kitchen supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location for a relaxing beach vacation!
House was clean and pictures of property were accurate. Everything described in the listing was in the house and available for our group to use. Property owner was able to get back with any questions we had while staying at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything our family needed!
We stayed here with cousins, aunts/uncles and grandparents (12 people total), and it suited us all. The owners were absolutely gracious and kind to work with. We'd stay there again! Oh and the beach was gorgeous!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lauren K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, perfect for families
We stayed here with two other families (6 adults, 8 kids under age 6!) and had a wonderful beach trip. The house is set up perfectly for family groups, especially all the seating and tables on the large deck. The bedrooms and bathrooms are also well situated for multiple families or extended families. The location was great, the house is right on the dunes and you can walk directly from the house over the dune to Sheridan Beach (we ended up often taking the longer, less steep route from the public lot since we were usually carrying kids), which was super helpful and convenient when trips back and forth to the house inevitably occurred. The beach itself was great for kids in the morning - waves were very gentle and there's a long shallow part before you hit a sandbar. The crowd definitely got a little rowdier in the afternoons and evenings, but at that point we were pretty much heading in for the night anyways : ) and didn't have any issues with noise from the house. Sunsets were beautiful from the top of the dunes! All in all, a great spot to relax and enjoy some beach time. Brittany was great to work with and accommodating of our requests. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022