Started off rough, but finished okay. Garage door opener didn’t open the door, because it was disconnected from the opener. Two of us Got stung by bees from a grounds nest near the deck, and we had no hot water for the majority of the first day. We entered from the front door and came through the house and discovered the door situation, after several calls about the hot water and trying different things a maintenance person came about 10:00 pm and flipped a switch behind a security door and we had hot water instantly. They did bring a can of bee and wasp spray the next morning and took care of the bees. House was nice, great appliances and plenty of plates and silverware. Looks like they are adding another bedroom in the basement which would be a nice addition. One and a half bathrooms made it tough for our large group, but made it work. A lot of road and bridge construction in the area, but only temporary . But the location to a very nice and quite beach was perfect. I’m sure without all these small but still inconveniences, the stay would have been very nice.

From checking-in to check-out a great experience. this property fit our style and needs perfectly for a short weekend get-a-way. Really loved the kitchen in this property, had everything one needs and the bedrooms/bathrooms are all updated and comfy. The only thing we couldn't get to work was the tv stuff, but we're not normal Roku users and although the instructions were clear we kept getting a connectivity to the internet warning. it's okay we all had our own devices and apps but if someone was looking to use the tv, might want to check it. We did use the hottub and patio, which is really a nice set-up. We didn't use the grill but would if we returned. And we very well may return. If we find ourself needing a weekend in the area, we'd most definitely book again.

We really enjoyed our stay. The house was perfect. Very well stocked and accommodating. We really did not leave except to go to the beach the entire stay. We cooked, grilled, played cards, played the guitar, sat in the hot tub many times, roasted marsh mellows and was able to enjoy the entire family spread out. The beach access was a bit difficult but we figured it out. I would recommend listing it to walk on the pavement to the beach or a quick drive. We would of still booked the listing. The area around once you get in is nice and a beach area. It is a shame there are a few houses that really make the area look rougher than it really is. We felt safe with how you had the house set up with security. Overall we would book your listing again. We really enjoyed ourselves.

Beautiful house, great communication, close to tons of amenities, restaurants, etc! Would stay again!

House has everything you need. Great kitchen, nice bedrooms, the grandkids loved running on the beach every day.

We absolutely loved our stay at this rental in the dunes! The walk to the beach was great through the dunes and it was so close, beautiful views within the walk too. The beach itself was huge, very private, great sand and lovely scenery. You could also hike the dunes to other cool attractions nearby. The hot tub was great as well as the outside area. The host was super responsive when I asked her about adding chemicals to the hot tub. The inside was great too, foosball table in the basement was super fun for the kids. We definitely recommend this place for a beach getaway!

We liked the place and location, it surpassed our expectations. Booking was easy, however the amount of emails received were a bit too much. Communication with the property manager/owner was pleasant and they responded promptly. Locations was great, only an hour away from Chicagoland, and a hidden gem. We enjoyed our daily walks through the dunes to the beach and watching the sunsets. Neighborhood was safe, and properties around are well maintain and some beautiful - also available through VRBO. We are already eyeing one. The place is simple and nicely decorated, and the common areas were comfortable, although the main living room could use more seating furniture to watch movies together (only room for 3, we moved a one-person cushion chair from the basement). Also the carpet needs to be taped down or replaced. The 3 bedrooms were fantastic, nice beds, the other sleeping areas were not that comfortable. We concluded that this place is better for 6-7 people, 2 per bedroom and 3 on the 3rd bedroom. This is also due to having only one full bath to share among all guests - there is also a half bath. Kitchen was well supplied. A few more towels and dishcloths would have been helpful. We enjoyed the hot tub, fire pit, and grill. All functional and clean. We needed a few supplies and the response was swift. On the other hand, there we experience trouble with the media system located in the living room area, and my husband spent a considerable amount of time on the phone with management trying to fix it. Keep in mind that this was November 28 in Indiana, cold weather Sunday, perfect for the family to gather around and watch football and movies. That media snafu took a considerable chunk of our Sunday. The overall cleanness of the house was good, and the flooring can use a good scrub. We do not use shoes indoors and our socks got pretty dark very fast. Overall this pace is a 4.25 rating, location 5. With a bit more attention to detail they will easily get up to 5. We enjoyed the house and the beach.

This was a fantastic getaway for my family in the late summer. The beach is a short walk over the dunes and provided hours of entertainment on a clean, secluded section of the lake that includes views of the Chicago skyline on a clear day. The location is also just an hour away from the main Chicago attractions, and provided a good base of operations for those excursions. The owners did a wonderful job bringing this cozy bungalow up to date with modern features and thoughtful touches. We felt right at home from the start. Large TVs in every room, comfy beds, plush towels, and if we weren’t so busy doing other vacation things, we would have finished one of the 1000 piece puzzles they provided as well. This has the potential to become a tradition spot for us!

Don't make the same mistake we did and book this place or this area! You have been warned. It was so bad that we did not even stay 24 hours and left without receiving any money back. We would not put our family at risk staying here so we booked in South Haven and paid for another week somewhere else. The owner failed to refund any money or acknowledge our concerns that were raised. Overall, the inside of this house was updated. However, that is the ONLY pro about this place. First and foremost, the area is HORRIBLE. Not appropriate for families or kids. Music bumping on both sides. The beach had trash and glass everywhere with a homeless man sleeping on the beach and a used needle on the ground. Industrial views in both directions. Nothing is open nearby to eat or for entertainment. There is no on-street parking which is disclosed in the listing; however, the garage referenced is completely not usable. They have construction debris and lumber all over the garage. Extra wood, plywood, doors, etc. The grass looked like it had not been cut in two weeks so the kids could not use the little area in the back. The door at the top of the stairs had been removed leaving the basement completely accessible so we were not able to secure the doorway for our one year old. Listing that this place sleeps 13 is completely misleading. We had 4 adults and 3 small children and this place was way too small. The furniture in the living room is for looks and not something to relax on while on vacation. The bathroom is SOO small and not practical for more than 2 adults. Do yourself a favor and do NOT book here. Save your money. Our experience was so bad that it has become the joke to all our friends and family as they heard about it because you just can't make up how bad this place is.

The house was perfect for our family. The beach is so close. The neighborhood is in transition. Most of the area restaurants. Appeared closed or had carry out only, “Victims of Covid.” We wanted a place to escape and walk on the beach in the Dunes.

My adult family and my old dog Jack loved this very modern home. Access to the West indiana Dunes park is across the street. It is so peaceful and quiet. We needed an escape from our busy lives and we found it. The weather was cool for July, the hot tub was a perfect way to end the day. We cooked all our meals. The pandemic stressed many local businesses and they had limited availability. I’m sure that will improve by next summer.

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My friends and I had a good time. The place is nice and close to the beach, so we enjoyed walking along the lake every day. The hot tub is also a nice addition. That said, there are a few things worth calling out. 1) The showering situation is rough. It’s a tankless water heater, which means that the owners have installed a gage to prevent using too much hot water at once. In theory, this makes sense. However, it was almost impossible to regulate the hot water and very difficult to shower. 2) The neighborhood is fine but because the homes are so close, there’s a strict 9 pm quiet time that’s imposed, which means that it’s hard to take full advantage of the hot tub. The renter’s manual mentions sound sensors and the possibility of calling the police if they sensors get tripped. Overall, it felt very “big brother” and restricting since the hot tub was a big draw. 3) This didn’t apply to us but it feels virtually impossible to have 14 people stay here, which is what is listed on the property. Even if 14 people were fine being crammed in a small space, the shower situation should be reason enough to limit occupancy to 8-9 at most. However, be warned that the couch in the basement is extremely uncomfortable to even sit on. This listing has potential but requires some improvements to warrant a full endorsement.

Our stay here was wonderful. Everything was provided. The space was so peaceful as we celebrated the birthday of our recently departed loved one. Loved everything about the property!! The walk to the beach was great! We will definitely be back!