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Kid-friendly Michiana cottage! Summer dates open - including 4th of July!

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Outdoor dining
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6130 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Kid-friendly Michiana cottage! Summer dates open - including 4th of July!

Plan your stay at our new home, a great 3 bedroom, 2-bath cottage in Michiana. Set in a secluded area between New Buffalo and Michigan City, this house is close to all the region has to offer including restaurants, beaches, Indiana Dunes National Park, beer and wine tasting, and lots of kid-friendly activities. Home is clean and modern (constructed in 2022), is still comfortable and kid friendly.

This cottage has an open layout with all bedrooms and baths on one-level. The Master Bedroom is en-suite with a King Bed and walk-in shower, and opens into a large screened porch. The other two bedrooms have Queen Beds and share a bathroom with a bathtub/shower combo. Kitchen, Dining, and Living Room are all open concept, with lots of seating options. There is also a back patio with grill and fire pit, as well as open yard space, so plenty of options to enjoy the outdoors!

The cottage is about 1 from Lake Michigan, which is great for a nice stroll through the wooded area, often spotting deer and other animals. There is beach access available about 1 mile walking (10-15 mins walk), and we provide beach gear and a wagon to help haul any gear. We are also walking distance to two parks that offer playgrounds and tennis/pickleball courts. The cottage is about equal distance between Michigan City and New Buffalo, but on the Indiana side of the state line (central time zone).

If you are planning a multi-family trip, this house is next door to Property #2087945 which is a very similar new cottage so great for two families to be together but still have a bit of privacy!

Property manager

Mandy

Languages

Croatian, English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Paper towels

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Casino 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1400 sq ft (130 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

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

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 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

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

House
Great New Michiana Cottage Close to Everything!

About the neighborhood

Map
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Shady Creek Winery - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Michiana Beach - 5 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Sheridan Beach - 7 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 8 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 9 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kid-friendly Michiana cottage! Summer dates open - including 4th of July! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Kid-friendly Michiana cottage! Summer dates open - including 4th of July!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kid-friendly Michiana cottage! Summer dates open - including 4th of July!?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Kid-friendly Michiana cottage! Summer dates open - including 4th of July! located?

This family-friendly Michigan City vacation home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Lake Michigan. Duneland Beach and Michiana Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km).

Kid-friendly Michiana cottage! Summer dates open - including 4th of July! Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 51 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 51 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

stacey b., Medina

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!
Loved this place and so clean and perfect for our girls weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John M., Rock Island, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan City Weekend Getaway
The house was absolutely perfect for us for a weekend getaway. It was my wife and I plus our daughter and husband, plus their 3- & 5-year-old. The house had everything that we needed to enjoy our stay. We cooked breakfast each morning before we headed out to the beach. It so clean and very refreshingly decorated. The location was perfect as we could walk to one of the beaches plus the Pizza Stop 50 was really neat and walking distance as well. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michele M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Kid friendly home
The home had everything as stated. Clean and comfortable. The check in book could use more information about the area, playgrounds and kid friendly activities. More info about beach access would be helpful. Would be great to have some local maps. Host was excellent with communication and response.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Fit
This stay was exactly what we needed. The host has everything you might need! Even night lights in the rooms (huge help with kids!) We loved our week here and would recommend this property!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Courtney O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing House for Family Vacation
This house is new and so beautiful. It’s stocked with more basics than anywhere we’ve ever stayed before. The rooms are spacious, the street is quiet, the screened in porch was wonderful for enjoying the weather away from the bugs. The house is a short walking distance to a wonderful private beach, where we spent most of our time. Our kids loved playing at the park that was only a few minutes to walk to. We also enjoyed so many restaurants that were all within 5-10 minutes of the house. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra C., NYC, Michigan and Texas!

Liked: Cleanliness
Very Cute House!
Really enjoyed walking into home and being able to settle right in. Easy to check in. Very quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ka M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for families with kids
Home was very clean, modern, and cozy! The neighborhood was safe & a close enough driving distance to all the attractions. We loved it and would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Juanita H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
We enjoyed this lovely house and the neighborhood. Pleasant walks and a park near by. We did use the New Buffalo public beach to swim, but walked to the closer beach just to enjoy the neighborhood and water view. The house had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway! 10 out of 10!
The house was better in person than we imagined! Everything we needed was there we were close to the beach. We were blessed enough to get a ride from the lovely neighbor, since we were clueless on where to go. (They left great directions, I’m just directionally challenged). The house was clean, bright, and welcoming. Definitely 10 out of 10!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation home for a family
We loved our stay at this home. It was clean, plenty of room, family friendly, exactly what we needed. Would definitely recommend this property to any family and we plan to return
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim V.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place!!
This place was amazing! Very clean, quaint, just the right size for a small group. Centrally located in between Indiana and Michigan. Quiet peaceful neighborhood with lots of beautiful deer and nature. Would definitely be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable and Cozy
We really enjoyed our stay here and found the home to be conveniently located, clean and cute! Would stay here again if coming to the area - very accommodating and comfortable. The nearby beach is a bit far and the only issue we found is that the small parking lot available to use was full and cars were already pinned in. Instead we ended up driving to the New Buffalo public beach, which turned out great since you didn’t have to carry chairs, etc as far.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Carolyn K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Beautiful roomy house in nice neighborhood Many thoughtful amenities Quiet Only negative: a bit far from the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great vacation!
We love this house - it's perfect for our family of 6. Plenty of room for everyone. Nice neighborhood for walking, and very quiet. Not too far from Lake Michigan, we went to the beach nearly every day and also checked out the sunset most nights. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jamie L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Love it!
This is house is very nice but not so stuffy that it feels like you have to worry about your kids breaking something. It's very, very comfortable and lovely and had everything we needed. Love the front porch and the back screened in porch. Definitely a haul to the nearby beach, but we had stayed here a couple years ago and were prepared with our bikes.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Pam C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls week
The house is amazing! We actually rented three houses in the neighborhood to accommodate twenty women. We loved the open floor plan, cleanliness, screen porch & fireplace. Easy to get to the beach and nearby shopping. Will recommend to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great space
I have stayed here several times. As always the house was super clean and has everything you need. I love the open layout and the bedrooms are comfortable. Location is great to explore the area.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samuel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michiana Shores Cottage
We had a great time at this cottage in Michiana Shores. Everything about the house was great. Bedrooms were all very nice as were the bathrooms. The kitchen/dining room/living room open concept worked well with our group. It was also a slightly shorter walk to the beach than we anticipated. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bingley weekend getaway
Beautiful house and quiet neighborhood. Location of rental was close to town and minutes to local beach by vehicle. Rental hostess was very responsive to questions as well as providing hospitality/generosity in housing essentials. Great weekend getaway with kiddos and friends. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C., Indianapolis, IN

Liked: Cleanliness
Softball weekend
Beautiful beach cottage in great location. Four adults and two children comfortably stayed for a weekend attending my nieces softball tourney. The house is about a 15 minute walk to the beach in a very safe residential neighborhood. The house is near a park and surrounded by trees and wildlife. The beds were incredibly comfortable and communication with the owner was fantastic. I highly recommend this property!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen W., Naperville, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Birthday celebration
Beautiful home and great location It was very welcoming and well stocked. We would visit again. We had fun !
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dennis P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Our fall trip
It is a great place to stay lots of room and quiet
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Felt at home
What a great place, and what a perfect location for the things my gal pals and I wanted to do from beach, wineries, golfing and casinos!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay with family!
The house is fantastic and very well managed. Everything was perfect. The one slight disappointment was that a swimming beach was not quite as accessible as the listing made it seem, but was just a short drive away. We would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

JoAnna M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing quiet place to for a weekend getaway!
The house had a great layout to enjoy a weekend away with friends. Just a short drive to the beaches near by as well as restaurants and the grocery store.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022