The Perfect Getaway Awaits! The Historic Hideaway is a charming first-floor apartment within the House Wins duplex, featuring delightful decor and modern amenities. Guests will appreciate comfortable beds, access to a shared outdoor fire pit, and a short walk to shopping, restaurants, parks, and beautiful beaches. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything you need to prepare a great meal with family and friends, or, you can explore nearby dining options to experience all that downtown Michigan City has to offer!

To avoid any confusion, potential guests should thoroughly read ALL information below before requesting to book. (We promise that the info below will better prepare you for your trip and answer 99% of your questions!) Thank you!

UNIT PERKS:
--This rental is a private lower apartment inside of a historic home. Everything shown in the pictures on this listing (with the exception of the outdoors) is your private space. The unit above has its own coded entrance, living areas, bedrooms/bathrooms, etc. With the exception of the outdoors/firepit, you do NOT share any space with other travelers.
–This unit includes a kitchen with a fridge/freezer, sink, stove, oven, microwave, toaster oven, blender & coffee maker. Essentials like plates, cups, cookware, utensils, & paper towels will be provided for your use. Guests can gather around the kitchen table to enjoy each other’s company over a good meal! (Please note that there is not a dishwasher at this property.)
--Along with coffee, creamer and sweetener are provided.
--Cooking spray, olive oil, salt/pepper are provided.
--Small beach toys for kids and a large woven beach towel is provided for each guest.
--Free public parking is available around the home. You may park anywhere on 10th St on the same side as the house, as long as there isn’t a yellow curb.
--One bathroom includes a full tub. There is also a half bath (with some funky little stairs downward…Perks of an old home layout!)
–To note: While fully rehabbed in 2024, this home is over 100 years old, and therefore, a bit funky in its layout. The kitchen does have limited countertop space and bathrooms are a bit awkward in the placement of toilets/vanities/etc. (The half bath even has stairs leading down to the toilet). We did our best to rehab it to be more functional, but we simply see this “less than perfect” layout as part of the historic charm. We just like to point it out in advance so that there aren’t surprises when it comes to the apartment.
--A hair dryer and showering essentials/bath towels are available. Bedrooms have clothing storage and hangers. There is also an iron and small ironing board available.

SLEEPING SET UP:
Historic Hideaway (main floor unit) sleeps a max of 6 people in the following areas:
Bedroom 1: King Bed (2 people)
Bedroom 2: Two queen beds (4 people)
Please note: If you’d like to bring more than 6 people, you may click on our profile and search for the listing “Game On Getaway” (which sleeps 10 people in the upper unit), or “House Wins” (which sleeps 16 people and includes the whole house rental–both the upper and lower units).

TECHNOLOGY:
--A large, flat screen smart TV is hooked up in your living area, though we recommend the outdoors over the tube! ;)
--High Speed Wifi is provided.
--A washer/dryer is available for your use in the basement.

OUTDOOR SPACE (***Shared with guests of the upstairs unit***):
--The shared outdoor space in the backyard is accessible by going out the door in the kitchen beside the stove. The area features 12 adirondack chairs and a firepit to enjoy those spring/summer/fall nights. Roast a s’more and enjoy! Please note that we do NOT have a grill at this location, but you’re welcome to bring a portable grill if you’d like. Please also note that this outdoor space is shared with guests in the other unit, so you may see other guests outside utilizing this area as well. We do ask that all guests honor quiet hours (10PM - 8AM) as not to disturb other travelers or neighbors.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
We welcome guests of all backgrounds! However, due to prior disrespectful renters and property damage, we will only be accepting booking requests from:
--AirBnB users who are "verified" and who already have positive reviews from other hosts.
--Renters that are above the age of 25.
--Renters who are not bringing pets.
--A maximum of six guests per reservation. Extra guests are not allowed. If you have more travelers or would like to rent more than one unit, feel free to click on our profile to see "’Game On’ Getaway! Upper Unit w/ Infinite Fun!” (sleeps 10), OR "The House Wins: Game On Getaway” (sleeps 16–both apartments within the house are included in this listing).
--We value our relationship with our neighbors, so events/gatherings/parties are not to be held by guests. In order to keep the unit in excellent condition for future guests, we are firm on these rules. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

***As hosts, we have sustained damages to our properties in the past. Because we value our relationships with our neighbors and because we aim to keep the properties in top condition, we do require guests to have previous positive reviews from past trips. If you do not have previous positive reviews from past trips, we do require a fully refundable $500 damage deposit. The deposit is returned on your day check out when the cleaning team arrives and confirms the property is in good condition.***

***Smoking is NOT allowed inside or around the property. If there is any evidence smoking occurred inside or within 50 feet of the property (smoke smell, ashes, paraphernalia, etc) there will be an additional $300 cleaning charge and/or loss of security deposit if one was collected.

***Note that the neighborhood itself is transitional, and while our guests have never had safety issues while staying with us, the area hosts an eclectic mix of people: both locals and tourists. The police station is less than a mile away, along with many other popular restaurants and attractions. If you have any specific questions or concerns, please feel free to read previous location ratings/reviews from other guests, and/or reach out prior to booking.

***Note that there are train tracks a block away. As of October 7, 20204, Michigan City has become a “quiet zone,” meaning that a train isn’t supposed to blow a whistle unless there’s an emergency. Regardless, you will likely hear the dinging of the train gates opening/closing. We've provided sound makers in each bedroom to help with this noise. The vast majority of our guests do not complain about the train, but you are welcome to bring ear plugs for nighttime if you’re concerned.

***Note that if you are bringing infants/babies, the unit is NOT baby-proofed. (Furniture is not secured to walls, outlet blockers are not included, cabinets/drawers are not locked, etc.) You assume responsibilities for all guests.

***Note that the upper unit may be rented out at the same time, (their floor is your ceiling) so there is potential for noise from other guests. As mentioned, we do provide sound makers in sleeping areas.

***Note there are a few stairs to enter the front AND back of the unit. There are also stairs downward into the half bath.

CHECK-IN INFO:
--Guests who book will receive detailed check-in instructions and a key code for entry on the morning of their scheduled arrival. All of this will be communicated through AirBnB messenger.
--Please note that Michigan City is on Central Standard Time (CST). Check-in is any time between 4-10 PM; you will likely have guests in the unit above you so if arriving late please be very mindful of noise levels; guests must check out by 10 a.m. so that we can clean/prepare for our next renters before they arrive.
--Our cancellation policy is moderate.