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Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Indoor pool, outdoor pool
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Smart TV, fireplace

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Pool
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

About this property

Entire place

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

Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart

The Big Wave Beach House is your new favorite home away from home and is just opening up for rentals under new owners. This 4-bedroom home also features a wide-open loft space with two sets of bunk beds - the perfect hideout for kids and teens or a large family.
Situated on the shores of Lake Kai, and a 5-minute walk through Beachwalk Resort to Sheridan Beach on Lake Michigan, this home is perfect for groups of up to 12 guests. Enjoy the fireplace from the comforts of the living room or from the enclosed porch overlooking the lake. Step out onto the sand and walk the edge of Lake Kai to the massive resort pool, splash pad, toddler pool, beach volleyball court, clubhouse, activity dock, or café. Jump in your golf cart and head to one of three resort playgrounds, or park it by the boardwalk path to Lake Michigan. Catch some rays from the second-floor deck lounge chairs with panoramic views of Lake Kai and finish your days with a nightcap by the outdoor fire pit under the stars. Don't forget your pups! The Big Wave is one of only a few pet-friendly homes in Beachwalk Resort.

MAIN LEVEL

-Bedroom 1: King with Patio Deck & Attached Bathroom

-Bedroom 2: Queen

-Bedroom 3: Queen with Full Attached Bathroom

-Bath 1: Full attached to Bedroom 3

-Bath 2: Full Bathroom

-Bath 3: Full attached to Bedroom 1

-Living & Dining Areas

-Fireplace

-Enclosed Porch with Outdoor Fireplace

-Laundry

SECOND LEVEL

-Bedroom 4: Open Loft with Bunk Beds (Twin over Full), Two Twin Beds, a Daybed and Full Bathroom

-Bath 4: Full Attached to Open Loft/Bedroom 4

HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES

Streaming TV, Wi-Fi, Linen and Towels, Enclosed Back Porch with Fireplace, Direct Beach Access, Wine Refrigerator, Outdoor Grill

LOCATION

In Beachwalk Resort (Michigan City, IN)

PARKING

Off-street Parking for 2 cars in front of the home.

HOUSE RULES

-No smoking or vaping indoors

-Pets are allowed with an additional security deposit & $25/night additional pet rent.

-No PARTIES

-No fireworks

-Must be 25 years old and present for the duration of the stay to reserve.

PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED

Professionally managed means peace of mind during your stay. Front desk associates, housekeeping and maintenance staff are nearby should you need anything during your stay. It’s your vacation, we are here to ensure you enjoy it.

This house rents with a 7-night minimum with check-in and check-out on Saturday during peak season (mid-June to mid-August).

Property manager

Beachwalk Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Outdoor pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property located in a resort

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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 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

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

1531-247936

About the neighborhood

Map
Michigan Cty, Indiana

What's nearby

  • Sheridan Beach - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 5 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Friendship Botanic Gardens - 6 min drive - 3.2 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michigan City vacation home is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Kai and Lake Michigan. Waterfall Park and Sand Castle Park are just steps away.

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Pet-friendly, Lake Front Home on the Beach with Golf Cart Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

6.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Belinda T.

Good
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice place
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Senior Gathering
Great fun, wonderful accomodations, a few maintenance issues. Fully stocked kitchen & very clean. Rained the entire weekend, but that didn't stop us from having a good time. Will come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
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10/10 Excellent

A guest from La Grange, IL

The Big Wave
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our long weekend wasn’t enough time at The Big Wave! Perfect location, plenty of space, and equipped with a convenient golf cart!
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10/10 Excellent

Michael L.

The Big Wave Beach House review
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have stayed at Beachwalk for years, but this was our first stay at The Big Wave. We had a wonderful weekend! This house is at a perfect location. The view from this house is beautiful and perfect for fishing just a few feet away. This house had everything we needed wagon, cooler, games, fire pit, chairs. We brought our dog this weekend and he had a great time...we will be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Sheryl R.

The Big Wave Beach House
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our time at The Big Wave Beach House was great! I will only mention a couple of things about the property that future guests may want to know. The jacuzzi tub in the larger bedroom did not work. Since we were only there for 3 nights, I did not make a big deal out of it, but it needs maintenance. Also, the loft has lots of beds for kids, but there is no separation between the loft and the downstairs. If you have littles, you will have to play games and party on the screened porch or not at all after their bedtime. The weather didn't give us the warm days at the pool we were hoping for, but I can't blame Beachwalk for that, lol!
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6/10 Okay

David R.

Nice and adequate
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: This is our 4th trip and first time in this house. We love Beachwalk. The home had everything needed. We booked it 2 weeks before coming so inventory was low. The home does sleep 12+ however, the loft area is really not so good if you have younger kids and adults want to stay up. Some of the beds were very wobbly and the bunk bed was one of them. Did not feel safe. The master shower is a bath tub and leaks everywhere and looked moldy. Not every good set up for dinner with a larger group. Only 2 beach chairs were provided. But overall was a nice home but I would say should be a smaller group.
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10/10 Excellent

Sherry R.

Beachwalk & our rental were perfect
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Beachwalk resort was perfect for our family of 8 's vacation. We enjoyed the resort amenities:pool, kiddie pool & splash pad,cafe,volleyball, tennis , basketball & pickle ball courts, ping pong, fishing, kayaking and paddle boating all within steps of our house. The golf cart that came with the rental made every trip just that much more convenient. Lake Michigan was a 5 minute walk from our rental or a 2 minute golf cart ride. The beach was pristine and the lake was clear crystal blue. The Big Wave (our rental) was perfect 4 bdrm, 4 bthrm was just right. House was update. Tv in each bedroom. Supplied with board games and beach toys, umbrella, lg cooler and plenty of beach towels. Beachwalk staff were quick to respond to a few minor needs we had. They were always polite, friendly and knowledgeable. We offer the highest recommendation to stay at this resort. For us it was a 3 1/2 hour drive that was well worth it.

6/10 Okay

Kate B.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Disappointed
For what we paid, it wasn’t worth it. The house wasn’t clean. The carpet had big stains, and our bare feet would get dirty after walking inside without shoes. There were cobwebs in the master shower, and hair on the outside of another shower when we arrived. We were excited to check in, which had to be done in person, and they told us information about the property such as trash day, and cost if we lost a wristband. After reviewing all of our charges, we were charged for 4 wristbands and parking when we made the reservation. (Not sure why the parking fee, when we parked at the house.) They did not mention how to use the free amenities, or that they were treating the pond with chemicals. Thank goodness a kind neighbor came to tell us after my kids were swimming in Kai pond, since they had told the residents not to swim while it was being treated. That would have been helpful to know when making the reservation. As much as I love the area, and this location, we were left disappointed! I thought it would be justified since a golf cart was included and our 5lb dog could join, but not now. Disappointed to have been excited to do activities advertised that weren’t available, and have a dirty house for what we spent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Stephanie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic views and resort
Amazing views of the lake all throughout the house. We enjoyed both decks as well as the well appointed lower patio area with kayaks, scooters, etc. Property was not all that clean (carpets, floors, cobwebs) and needs some routine maintenance. Property manager was quick to respond to questions. Great place for our family getaway with dogs
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
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10/10 Excellent

donna e.

The Big Wave
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We have rented several Beachwalk homes over the past 20 years. We have never had a negative experience. We love each home and all the amenities that are available. The staff is friendly and professional. We are already planning our next vacation! 😊

6/10 Okay

Jay W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Great location
The overall experience was good. The house was described as listed. The amenities were not as described. There was one small bike listed when the listing stated there were three; the kayaks were dirty and the adult kayak was broken; the corn hole game had been left out and the was rotted. The location was great and the house was clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Fahr J.

Great House!
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great location and great views! Easy walk to all the lake activities, pool, clubhouse and beaches on both Lake Kai and the big beach on Lake Michigan (which was beautiful). Management staff was responsive and very helpful. All around great trip.
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8/10 Good

Sheryl J.

June 2024
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Overall, our family had a wonderful vacation! It is the perfect location, just a short boardwalk away from the pool and kayak/paddle board activity center and fishing pier. But, the bathroom door in the master bedroom (pocket door) makes enough noise to wake the house.
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6/10 Okay

A guest from West Lafayette, IN

Our Big Wave week.
Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Pluses: the location on the lake was great, the bedroom, bathroom and loft arrangements worked well for us, the screened porch overlooking the lake was nice, we were a family of 12 and felt comfortable in the accommodations, the kids used the kayaks a lot, thanks for the golf cart, short walk down the boardwalk to the pool and common areas, Minuses: when you pay $1,000 dollars per night you're entitled to certain expectations, the house was shopworn and disorganized, a lot of differed maintenance throughout, filthy carpeted steps at the entrance, bedroom closets and dresser drawers filled with miscellaneous stuff, the 2 way fireplace was a mess...better maintenance and organization was expected for the price we paid. I wouldn't recommend this rental at the price charged.