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On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views

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Beach
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Beach
Interior
Miscellaneous

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

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

On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views

Dunetop Getaway is on Lake Shore drive directly across from the beach, and is perched atop a sand dune offering amazing views of Lake Michigan, and even the Chicago skyline on clear days. Across the street from two beach stops, from outside you can get to the beach using either the front stair case or using the sloped driveway and street to the beach for a no stairs route. From the screened in covered front porch relax to the soothing sounds of the nature, waves and sights of boats gliding across the horizon. We frequently see lots of nature including bluejays, orioles, cardinals, hawks, deer and more. For over 120 years classic beach home has created long lasting memories for guests year after year.

About an hour drive from downtown Chicago with over 60 feet of Lake Shore Drive Frontage and miles of sandy beach. Across the street from stops 8 & 9 Sheridan Beach. About 6 stairs to 1st floor of house. About 15 stairs to 2nd floor (please note the stair case is narrow and does not have hand rails please see photos). Gig speed fiber internet and wifi.

We have 2 queen sleeper sofas on the front porch. The front porch does not have drapes, heat or ac, but has storm windows, screens, and gets frequent lake breezes, also has storm windows. Dining room table that comfortably sits 6, dine to Lake MI sunsets. There is 1 bedroom on 1st floor with queen size bed, extra linens and pillows in cabinets under the bed, room darkening shades. Living room with queen sleeper sofa, separate sitting area, ceiling fans, TV, Apple TV with Fubo TV cable and several streaming service options.

Upstairs there are two bedrooms both with king size beds with extra linens and pillows are under the bed. Upstairs there is a nook overlooking Lake Michigan futon couch that folds flat and also into chaise lounge. Pack n play with changer in 1 bedroom. 2nd small 1/2 bath upstairs, and sitting area.

Home comfortably sleeps 6 adults, more using 3 queen sleeper sofas, futon in upstairs nook, couch and/or air mattresses. HEPA air cleaners and ceiling fans in all bedrooms.

Outside we have Breeo "smoke less" fire pit, charcoal grill, picnic table, enclosed outdoor rinse station with privacy door. Rental includes house, shed, no access to detached garage. Shed is stocked with beach toys, chairs, stroller, beach wagon, land more. Washer, dryer in the unfinished basement. The fireplace is for decorative purposes only and is not operational. We will not be present but available via text, email or phone should you need us. We have exterior ring cameras, there are no cameras indoors in tenant areas.

We are down the street from Washington Park including the zoo, outdoor concert, park, splash pad, beach restaurant and more. Across the street and two doors down from stops 8 & 9 Sheridan beach access. Approx 1.8 miles to Lighthouse Place Outlet Mall, and downtown Michigan City shops, restaurants, Blue Chip casino, Michigan City Amtrak Station (to/from Chicago) and more. Short drive to Four Winds Casino, South Bend, Notre Dame, Valpo, La Porte, Three Oaks, and more.

Property amenities

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Free WiFi, with speed of 500+ Mbps (good for 6+ people or 10+ devices)

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Outdoor shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Sitting area
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV with cable/satellite service
  • Streaming services
  • Video games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Charcoal grill
  • Garden
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Water sports equipment
  • Marina nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Swimming 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

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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

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: House broken & friendly dogs are ok. No pets on fu

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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

On Lake Shore Drive Across From Beach
On Lake Shore Drive Across From Beach Lake MI Views
On Lake Shore Dr, Across St From Beach, Lake Views Michigan City
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About the neighborhood

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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 19 min walk
  • Washington Park Zoo - 2 min drive
  • Blue Chip Casino - 4 min drive
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 4 min drive
  • Friendship Botanic Gardens - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 10 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views located?

This family-friendly Michigan City vacation home is located on a lake, within a 5-minute walk of Lake Michigan, Stop 7 Beach, and Sheridan Beach. Putting Green Park and Central Park are also within 10 minutes.

On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 50 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 63 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 63 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

4/10 Poor

Verified traveler

Do not rent!
I was very disappointed in this rental. I found the condition of the house and yard unacceptable. The retaining walls keeping the property from eroding are falling apart or missing. The erosion not only impacts this property, but that of the neighbors. None of the bark mulch edging the driveway remains, leaving the landscaping fabric to flap in the wind. Junk is stacked near the garage (old dishwasher, many overturned garbage cans, strollers, beach chairs, etc). Throughout the yard, there are multiple unopened bags of landscaping materials, exposed piping, wires, a pooper-scooper, overturned garbage can lids with significant algae growth, etc. The entryway door handle was covered in grime (I wish I could upload a photo; yuck). Once inside, the musty smell was overwhelming. The dishes in cupboards were dirty (nothing worse than someone else's lipstick on EVERY wine glass), and strewn about with no order. The oven mitts were DISGUSTING; possibly never washed (again, I wish I could upload a photo). The kitchen sponge was used. The eating utensils were child-sized, with only a few pieces of actual silverware. We rented in Nov, yet each bed had but one thin blanket with no extra blankets to be found. The air conditioning units remained in the windows allowing cold air inside. My overall impression is this house is being used as a money grab, with no care or consideration for the property, the neighbors, the environment, or the renters. VRBO should not allow this rental.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott L.

Lake
Nice view
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diane K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Location Can’t Be Beat
Gorgeous view of Lake Michigan from the comfort of the enclosed porch and easy access to the beach. The house was roomy and comfortable with plenty of room for 5 adults and a toddler to spread out. A quick drive to several good restaurants and the outlet mall. We cooked a meal in the fully equipped kitchen, too. A+++++ experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tracie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls's Weekend Redux
Our five lifelong ride-or-die friends from around the country got together for the weekend, staying at the beach house in Michigan City. It. Was. Perfect. Perfect weather, perfect spot. 10/10, would book again. We loved that chairs, towels, etc. were available to use, especially with the beach wagon. House is super-clean and has everything. Communications and directions were excellent. This was our second year at this property. It was super quiet bc ND and the Bears were both out of town. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

salvatore a.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Nice property with beautiful views
Stayed 8 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Sherry M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Summer vacation
Spectacular Views from both the house and nearby beach. While a short walk the dunes and uphill return will challenge you but it will also help you work off the good vacation meals. The one thing I would have appreciated would have been a small bar of soap for the shower. It may have been mentioned in the very detailed information to bring your own. We brought shampoo but missed any memo on soap. No biggie really, went and purchased some. Know this truly is a 100 year old property and the stairs are very steep but once you make it upstairs there is a beautiful view from a sitting room and one of the bedrooms! Don’t put you 6ft plus family members upstairs as the bathroom is really tiny. Our son who lives in Chicago called it an “city bathroom” Overall a very nice stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindy B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location!
We enjoyed our first vacation to Michigan City. I loved sitting on the front porch, the view is great.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Lake Getaway
Hope to stay again next year. The view is great. The house is great. The dune is a tough march for small kids but the beach access was as good as I could hope for.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Ann E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice house
A nice place to stay with amazing views.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

beverly T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michagan
Nice family getaway
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Beach House!
If you are looking for the quintessential beach house vacation, look no further! The house is adorable and the views are spectacular—even better than the pictures! The walk to the beach is easy—and the beach is beautiful. We took many long walks on the beach and the weather was warm enough (apparently hot for mid-May) to swim. Despite the unusually warm weather, we did not need the air conditioning because the breezes in the house were delightful. We are already planning a return visit in the fall.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra J.

Liked: Cleanliness
House in Michigan City lake view and beach access
Beautiful view and perfect location. Great family home with portable crib, toys, games, beach toys all available for the kids!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leigh M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and cozy for Thanksgiving getaway
The view is so calming - I really enjoyed looking out at the lake. And only takes a few minutes to walk to it. We made use of the full-sized kitchen and the large dining table. Beds were comfy. It was nice for the kids to each have their own room. It was chilly out but the home had plenty of heat. Great location. Consider adding one soft chair to the living room. The couch is great though. Will return.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

John W., CANTON

Liked: Cleanliness
fun little place
The owners went to a great effort to have everything one would need at this place. Lots of games, kitchen well stocked ect.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brooke C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic home and location!
The location is incredible with amazing views. We spent most of the time in the wonderful sunroom with huge view of the lake. The house is lovely with really thoughtful touches for anyone's needs. My husband and I with our 2 dogs had a great time. Easy access to the beach and quiet residential neighborhood. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tracie B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lost Weekend
College friend reunion. Nice property within walking distance of the boardwalk to the beach.Great Lake views.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mary J C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely Fabulous
My 3 grown children and I stayed here for one week. We absolutely loved it the entire time. The views were spectacular and the lake breeze coming in fabulous. We enjoyed our daily walks to the beach. The only thing I wish was different about our vacation here was - I wish I could have rented it for two straight weeks. I highly recommend staying here!!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second Time and Will be Back!
The views even on rainy days is amazing. We stay because it is a clean and quiet place to relax. Nothing better than napping on the front porch. The amenities are really good and everything is clean and well cared for. It would be a great beach house for a group or family and I could see staying with a few friends. It’s also a great value!!
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicole V., Minneapolis, MN

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach house
We had a lovely family vacation in the dune beach house in Michigan City. It had an absolutely great view of the lake/sunsets. We comfortably slept six teens/adults. The AC was great, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was easy to use and clean up, the outdoor shower was handy, the outdoor seating and fire ring were great. And Michigan City is a charming little town (very quiet!). The beach is absolutely great (and this is coming from an East Coast native). I would definitely return to both the house and Michigan City.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great view of lake
My sisters and I enjoyed the house very much. It was clean and in a great location. The house was fully stocked with essentials. The view of the lake was fabulous. The only downside was the walk back up the hill to the house from the beach. But that is to be expected in Michigan City. Any questions we had were answered in a friendly and timely manner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family getaway
We have been coming to Michigan City for several years. This property was in a great location and perfect for our family. The check in process was easy and the house was just as described. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook. We enjoyed hiking at the Indiana Dunes State Park and drove the 15 min drive to New Buffalo for a day. Swingbellys was great for dinner and Dunebillies is always good for breakfast. My only issue was the weeds were so overgrown by the picnic table that we were unable to enjoy dining outside and they made it difficult to enjoy the view of the lake. The weeds were also hanging over the steps to the beach pathway, making it difficult to walk down the steps. Everything else made for a great family vacation. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Katherine P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a great time!
Our family had a wonderful 3 night stay. The welcome book was very thorough and we used many of their recommendations. It was nice to have access to the outside shed for beach equipment. The house was clean and I appreciated that there were little things like toilet paper, paper towels, soap, cleaning products, bonfire equipment, and even some toys for the kids! The view of Lake Michigan was absolutely beautiful too. Overall a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveler

Disliked: Cleanliness
Upset
Went the first day without an operating refrigerator and to top it all off there was a hole in the drywall when we got there and they blamed it on us and kept our deposit. As a Christian family not only would i have told them we did it but i would've asked them if the deposit was enough to cover it. Let's just say I'll never rent from them again! VERY SAD!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023