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SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room

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5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Living area | Smart TV, video games, DVD player, foosball
Private kitchen | Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16260 sq m

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Porter, IN
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes State Park14 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes National Park15 min walk
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes Visitor Center19 min walk
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)100 min drive

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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.

SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room

Only two miles from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore, "The Nook" of the Indiana Dunes is your family's special place to stay. Sitting on over an acre of land in a quiet and friendly neighborhood, the back yard has space to play, view wildlife, and gather around the rustic fire pit to enjoy evenings with the family. Conveniently located near Highways 20 and 49, The Nook's location is excellent for pleasing a variety of vacationers in all four seasons with nearby beautiful hiking trails, biking trails, Indiana Dunes State Park and National Park, the South Shore train station (for an easy ride to Chicago), the quaint and charming town of Chesterton with its unique shops and eateries, and of course Lake Michigan's famous sandy beaches.
Originally a farmhouse built nearly 100 years ago, The Nook combines that cozy farmhouse feel with modern comfort. The one-of-a-kind layout of this home is well-suited for two families to vacation together. When you are not dining in the nearby restaurants, enjoy cooking and eating in the roomy, well-equipped kitchen. Bring some charcoal and enjoy grilling out with the backyard park-style charcoal grill.
When a rainy day keeps your family from enjoying the outdoors, head on over to the game room above the garage for a round of ping pong or video games.
YOU CAN START YOUR VACATION OFF RIGHT WITH AN EARLY 1:00 PM CHECK-IN. TAKE YOUR TIME GOING HOME WITH A 1:00 PM CHECK-OUT, at your convenience with no person-to-person contact.
Make yourself at home at The Nook of the Indiana Dunes!
(The Nook is not at this time wheelchair accessible and does require that guests are able to use stairs to enter the home.)

The Nook is in the Central time zone. The two main entrances to the home have doorbells which include security cameras.

NOTEWORTHY PLACES NEAR THE NOOK:

Lighthouse Place Premium Outlet Mall-- 11 miles, 16 minutes (Michigan City)
Blue Chip Casino-- 12 miles, 18 minutes (Michigan City)
Old Lighthouse Museum--12 miles, 17 minutes (Michigan City)
Michigan City Lighthouse--12 miles, 19 minutes (Michigan City)
Dune Park South Shore Train Station-- .9 miles, 4 minutes (Porter)
Indiana Dunes State Park and Beach-- 2 miles, 5 minutes (Chesterton)
Indiana Dunes National Park Visitors Center-- .7 miles, 2 minutes (Porter)
Glenwood Dunes Trailhead--3.3 miles, 5 minutes (Chesterton) for Cross Country Skiing




***Due to unknown future events such as illness, travel insurance is strongly encouraged for compensation to be made to the guest in the event that a guest must cancel or rearrange a booking very near the check-in date.***

Property manager

Penny

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Shower/tub combination
  • Toilet paper
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO smoking in house, decks, garage; ONLY in yard.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Bicycle on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Basketball 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 installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 2800 sq ft (260 sq m)

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
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
Note from host: See rental agreement for child safety hazards.

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
Note from host: Ask host before inviting extra (daytime) guests.
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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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

About the neighborhood

Chesterton

Located in Chesterton, this vacation home is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park. Traveling with kids? Consider Washington Park Zoo, or check out an event or a game at Athletics-Recreation Center. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 14 min walk
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 15 min walk
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 19 min walk
  • Dune Acres Beach - 7 min drive
  • Lake View Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 11 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • Wendy's - 4 min drive
  • Starbucks - 4 min drive
  • 219 Taproom - 5 min drive
  • Chesterton Brewery - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room ?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room ?

Check-out is at 1:00 PM.

Where is SLEEPS 16 Roomy Home 2mi- Beach & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room located?

This family-friendly Chesterton vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Indiana Dunes Visitor Center, Indiana Dunes State Park, and Indiana Dunes National Park. Lake Michigan is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linda R., Evansville

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect House for Big family
House was very accommodating and peaceful neighborhood. Would return again!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to get away
Very nice and easy access to Indiana Dunes NP
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful house!
House was wonderful. Plenty of space for multiple families. Kitchen is great. Big yard for kids to run around. Game room above the garage. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tina K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Trip
The home was very spacious and clean. We have rented this home twice and just love it for our large family when we visit the area. Would recommend this rental home for anyone.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing
We had a great time! Everything was so clean and there were so many things provided that we put to use! What a great house!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad & Juanita R.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Perfect Winter Retreat!
After searching through many rentals, we came upon this gem! My brother was traveling from Sharon, MA and we were in from Las Vegas. With mom in a retirement home in Chesteron, this was the perfect location for all of us. From the initial communications and to the day of arrival, Penny was attentive and extremely responsive. Our 2023 Family Christmas at her home was perfect, with a decorated Xmas tree in the large living area! The game room was a hit with the younger adults. We couldn't really enjoy the outdoor amenities because of a slight drizzle but the firepit looks inviting for the next time. We did take a drive to Indiana Dunes State Park which is close by. Plenty of stores nearby to stock up on necessities. All in all, the perfect place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
The Nook
Great game room, fire pit, and little extras
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place
Great place for family very near Indiana Dunes lakeshore.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Notre Dame Football weekend
Stayed at the Nook for a trip to Notre Dame football game. About 45 minutes to the stadium. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Even an apple tree with lots of apples.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness
They thought of everything!
Beautiful home which provided comfortable accommodations for 13 adults. The beds were comfortable and the living spaces plenty. We thoroughly enjoyed the game room over the garage as well as the large kitchen area to sit, eat and converse. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023