Charming Kid Friendly Cottage by Park in Beachwalk + Complementary Golf Cart
House in Michigan City, IN
7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area
Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Bedroom: 2 + Loft | Bathroom: 2 | Sleeps: 7
Surrounded by windows to let the summer breeze in. Relax on the oversized couch by the fireplace in the winter, or listen to the birds from the tower room in the spring. Golf cart included seasonally with this home. Your summer getaway awaits.
BEDROOM and BATHROOM SET UP
Main Level
-Bedroom 1: Queen with Attached Bath and Laundry
-Bath 1: Full Bath Attached to Bedroom 1
-Laundry Room
Second Level
-Bedroom 2: Twin Day Bed with Twin Trundle Converts to King
-Bath 2: Standalone with Walk in Shower
Loft
-Twin over Full Bunk Bed
INDOOR GATHERING SPACE
Manatee's Retreat is a lovely cottage that is far larger than it appears. Enter the front door of this charming cottage to a living area with a cozy fireplace and plush couch that you can easily curl up on and watch your favorite movie on the flat screen TV. A galley kitchen with mainstream stainless-steel appliances and all the cooking items you need for a family dinner is nearby featuring a dining area for 6.
OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE
Open up the lovely French doors from this dining area to a large screen porch with additional seating at the long picnic style table with bench seating and extra chairs. A fire pit is available for guest use just outside this porch area for roasting marshmallows. Or enjoy a cup of coffee on the bench swing out front.
HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES
Streaming Roku TV, Wi-Fi, Linens, Gas Grill, Screened in Porch, Fire Pit, Seasonal Golf Cart
LOCATION
Located in Beachwalk Resort just a short walk to the Sandcastle Playground.
PARKING
Parking for 2 cars at the property along the street in front of the house. Nearby overflow parking available.
HOUSE RULES
-No smoking or vaping indoors
-No pets
-No PARTIES
-No Prom Parties
-No Bachelor/Bachelorette 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.
RESORT AMENITIES AND INFO * indicates a seasonal amenity.
4ft heated pool*, toddler pool, basketball court*, tennis court, bocce ball court, shuffleboard, Sandcastle playground, putting green, paddle boarding and kayaking*, catch and release fishing. Parking Passes ($5 each) and Wristbands ($15 each) are required for all guests ages 4 and up mid-May through September.
Manatees Retreat rents with a 7-night minimum with check-in and check-out on Saturday during peak season (mid-June to mid-August).
Surrounded by windows to let the summer breeze in. Relax on the oversized couch by the fireplace in the winter, or listen to the birds from the tower room in the spring. Golf cart included seasonally with this home. Your summer getaway awaits.
BEDROOM and BATHROOM SET UP
Main Level
-Bedroom 1: Queen with Attached Bath and Laundry
-Bath 1: Full Bath Attached to Bedroom 1
-Laundry Room
Second Level
-Bedroom 2: Twin Day Bed with Twin Trundle Converts to King
-Bath 2: Standalone with Walk in Shower
Loft
-Twin over Full Bunk Bed
INDOOR GATHERING SPACE
Manatee's Retreat is a lovely cottage that is far larger than it appears. Enter the front door of this charming cottage to a living area with a cozy fireplace and plush couch that you can easily curl up on and watch your favorite movie on the flat screen TV. A galley kitchen with mainstream stainless-steel appliances and all the cooking items you need for a family dinner is nearby featuring a dining area for 6.
OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE
Open up the lovely French doors from this dining area to a large screen porch with additional seating at the long picnic style table with bench seating and extra chairs. A fire pit is available for guest use just outside this porch area for roasting marshmallows. Or enjoy a cup of coffee on the bench swing out front.
HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES
Streaming Roku TV, Wi-Fi, Linens, Gas Grill, Screened in Porch, Fire Pit, Seasonal Golf Cart
LOCATION
Located in Beachwalk Resort just a short walk to the Sandcastle Playground.
PARKING
Parking for 2 cars at the property along the street in front of the house. Nearby overflow parking available.
HOUSE RULES
-No smoking or vaping indoors
-No pets
-No PARTIES
-No Prom Parties
-No Bachelor/Bachelorette 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.
RESORT AMENITIES AND INFO * indicates a seasonal amenity.
4ft heated pool*, toddler pool, basketball court*, tennis court, bocce ball court, shuffleboard, Sandcastle playground, putting green, paddle boarding and kayaking*, catch and release fishing. Parking Passes ($5 each) and Wristbands ($15 each) are required for all guests ages 4 and up mid-May through September.
Manatees Retreat rents with a 7-night minimum with check-in and check-out on Saturday during peak season (mid-June to mid-August).
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Michigan City, IN
Ratings and reviews
8.8 / 10.0
Excellent(73 Reviews)8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love Beachwalk. The house was clean upon arrival. There were some kitchen items that were missing, such as oven mitts. It would also be helpful to have some lamps in the living area. And the lamps in the bedrooms were not good for reading. Otherwise, we were happy with our stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This is our second time staying at Beachwalk and our first time at Manatees Retreat. Overall, it was a great experience. Nice location near the playground and the golf cart made getting to the beach, pool, clubhouse very convenient. Appreciated beach chairs, umbrella, sand toys, etc in the little shed. The house was clean, but not sparkling. One TV did not work at all, the others were a bit finicky. The couch needs to be replaced (lots of stains). Kitchen could use a little TLC - 1 cabinet door was broken, a few chipped dishes, no potholders. Fire ring was nice for an evening relaxing around a campfire. Screened in porch was lovely! A place to hang up wet towels might be nice if it could be added somewhere. 5 minute drive to restaurants and outlet mall in Michigan City.
10.0 / 10.0
Nice place
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect size for our party of 4, 3 generations. My mom stayed on the 1st floor in the larger bedroom with bath. I utilized the 2nd floor bedroom (comfy bed) with my kids on the top floor. Loved the golf cart (made my mother's mobility much easier) and beach chairs, umbrella, etc... Kitchen sized just right for us. New grill- we used it to grill fresh caught salmon from Lake Michigan that AM. This is our 3rd stay in the resort area (1st at this house). Good location. Cons were: 2nd fl bedroom has very little storage for clothes. Two drawers are nailed shut. The third has the nails protruding from them, which snagged my clothes and was a safety hazard. I did alert resort staff via the feedback form. The 3rd floor bunk bed is so noisy it wakes everyone when the person in the bunk moves (lots of squeaks and creaks). An AC type unit on the 3rd floor is necessary to keep the cool temp, but very loud, so you couldn't hear the TV when it was on unless you turned it up very loud.
10.0 / 10.0
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 had a great stay at Manatees Retreat! We were traveling with two kids and four adults and the house was perfect for us. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen had all the necessary things, and everything was clean. We loved being by the playground and the golf cart was a favorite way to travel around Beachwalk. The small fire pit in the back was perfect for s’more making. We had two minor complaints: - there was limited hot water for baths/showers and we all experienced cold showers throughout the stay - the screened in porch needed some cleaning Overall, great stay and we would stay again!
10.0 / 10.0
Great stay and amazing resort. House was very clean and spacious and just what we expected for our family trip. Location right next to playground for our young kids and golf cart was a bonus. Resort is great too, plenty to do to keep everyone entertained. And close access to travel to surrounding beach towns. Will stay again for sure!
8.0 / 10.0
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:
This place is super cute, perfect size for a small family. It was very clean, terrific natural light and nicely stocked. There is a playground right next door and a golf cart to use. I liked the community, with fun family activities. The houses are quite close, grilling and fire pit evenings are not private. The quiet hours are not really observed as there was a party next door and firecrackers until midnight. Another negative was the main floor bedroom bed with its crunchy protective sheet. I understand trying to save the mattress but would have been better with a higher quality sheet that didn’t feel like it was old fashioned bed-wetter plastic. I was pleased to see they upgraded the tv’s however. They were all smart tv’s with great wifi. Overall, this place was terrific!
6.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was 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 home was worn and kitchen and cabinet space were sparce. Lack of utensils and peeling paint in cabinets. Couch is old and not comfortable.Our golf cart was in bad shape, no headlights. We received a replacement but not until 3 days into our stay. Air conditioning was inadequate, hot upstairs, freezing downstairs. Stairs should have a runner or carpeting, very slippery.
10.0 / 10.0
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:
My husband, two kids and I went and loved the place. Having the golf cart made it very convenient. It's such a cute little beach community and wed love to come back. The pool was great and having access to the little beach and the beach walk is great. There's a nice little playground right near the place, my daughter loved that. We have no complaints. The place was cutely decorated and bright and felt very relaxing. We had everything needed and the people at the beach walk resort are helpful in case you do need something which is nice. We went swimming at the pool and beach, shopping, explored a few shops and farmers markets and ate out a few times and grilled the rest.
8.0 / 10.0
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 family had a great stay at Manatees Retreat! The house was the right size and had everything we needed. We had 3 kids upstairs (3, 5, and 7 years old), and for a few days, our grandparents stayed with us. Still enough room and beds for the wife and I.
10.0 / 10.0
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 had the best family vacation. House was perfect!
8.0 / 10.0
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:
Overall our experience was very good, but there were definitely signs of wear in the home. The AC was not able to keep up in cooling the home well, especially upstairs, even with "staggered" drops as requested. I'm glad the daily temps were rarely in the 80's during our stay. Painting touch ups would be good cosmetic details — and no cover on the chair cushion in the living room was not super comfortable. In general, we had a great stay at Beachwalk and were super thankful for the golf cart.
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Loved the house and resort. Will be going back next summer!
10.0 / 10.0
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:
Fantastic experience at this house. Convenient to get in and get out. Had everything I needed. Loved the screened in porch!
10.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Perfect house for a family of of five. Beautiful home and well maintained. Would come back again.
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Very good. 2nd floor shower valve & 3rd floor bunks need repaired.
3.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
While the space was nice, it needs some TLC. Many of the throw rugs were stained (as was the white coach). The walls were very dirty and could some re-painting. The Dish TV has virtually NO channels (which was a huge disappointment given our plan to relax and watch some great college football games on Saturday). The proximity to one of the parks was nice -- and the overall property seemed nice (although nothing really happening in mid-October). The town of Michigan City isn't all that wonderful -- the outlet shopping was OK (not many updates to the mall since it opened when I was young). The Indiana Dunes were closed due to "hazardous conditions" (i.e. a sinkhold was discovered). This was a huge disappontment. I think overall -- I would not recommend this place "out of season."
4.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
My husband, two kids and I stayed here for a week and found the cabin to be just what we needed. There was plenty of room for us each to have our own private spot when we needed quiet, but the family room and dining room were large enough for us to get together for meals and playing games. We really appreciated having the golf cart... there was no way we could have walked to the beach with our two young kids and all of our beach supplies without it. Another benefit was that it is located towards the back of the neighborhood, so we didn't get a lot of traffic or noise. The house is across the street from the playground, so sometimes you'd hear kids yelling, but that was only during the few hours of the day when we had windows open. For the most part the playground was deserted, and personally, we liked the proximity. Most of the house is surrounded by trees, and one morning we saw two deer! Having a washer/dryer was very handy also. The only downside of our stay was that there were some cleanliness/maintenance issues, such as a rip in the screen door that let in all sorts of bugs (we killed bugs all week long, but expected that given the woods-like setting) and the furniture and rugs were pretty grubby. I realize that it must be hard to keep rental furniture looking nice, but the couch was so stained I didn't feel comfortable sitting on it. The dining room chairs had chair pads that had just been placed over very visible stains that made sitting and eating there a little unpleasant. I would rent this cabin again due to the size, location, and price, but it would help a lot if the furniture had been professionally cleaned and/or covered with washable slipcovers.
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
This is second time staying on one of the Beachwalk properties. We absolutely love the resort area with all the amenities and the property was in the perfect location away from the main street and away from a lot of other people. The property was surrounded by trees and had a great outdoor screened in patio a great firepit area. The house could definitely use a little attention. The TV's were the old tube TV's and were poor quality. The kitchen cabinets were falling apart, the carpet in the living room was dirty and so was the couch. The beds were comfortable in all the rooms and the bathrooms were clean. The place just needs a little sprucing up. Overall, we really enjoyed our stay and plan on coming back. Close to the beach, has a great pool for the kids and golf cart to get everywhere on the property.
5.0 / 10.0
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:
The house is lovely. There is a screened in porch and a fire pit in the backyard. There are really 3 bedrooms although it is presented as a 2 bedroom home.
5.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
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:
Wonderful and relaxing vacation resort. Privacy when you want it,neighborly too.Can’t say enough great things about this place. Very satisfied!
5.0 / 10.0
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:
House was clean and perfect for our family of 6. The grandkids loved the playground which is very close to the house. The golf cart came in handy and the kids enjoyed riding on it. Beachwalk is a delightful community and we hope to return next year.
5.0 / 10.0
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:
As soon as we walked in the house we were already asking ourselves if 4 nights was enough. It wasn’t. This home was beautiful! Very spacious and the screened in porch was perfect for eating and enjoying the rain. The pool was wonderful! The access to get to the beach was very convenient. We drove the golf cart to the entrance of the resort and then walked down the boardwalk to a beautiful private beach. We had our 1.5 year old with us and it was great because we hardly had to baby proof at all. This is probably one of the most secluded houses in the resort as well as there is an open wooded lot next door. We loved that aspect. I have absolutely nothing but great things to say about this property. My elderly grandmother had a suggestion of maybe installing a handrail in the shower to make it easier for older folks. The only bad experience we had with the trip was the last night my mothers car was broken into. The middle consul was gone through and money was taken. They also stole her handicap parking tag from the mirror. Not sure if it was a fellow guest at another house or someone from outside. The home is beautiful and will definitely be staying there again!
5.0 / 10.0
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:
It was what I expected. Kid and adult friendly.
5.0 / 10.0
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:
We took out teenage son and his friend to the beach for an extended weekend before school starts. This house was perfect! It is so cute and surrounded by trees which made it seem very private. Loved making a fire in the firepit and loved sitting on the screened in back porch...a deer actually came up to the house. The golf cart is a definite plus. I am going to stay here again and would highly recommend it.
5.0 / 10.0
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:
We had a great stay! We have stayed in past years at the beachwalk vacation properties, and we loved the community and things to do. I love how easy they make the check-in process, very well organized and home was ready and clean when we arrived. We loved the location and privacy of manatee retreat, and that it comes with the golf cart during our stay. We also loved the screened porch area of the home. Only negative was the condition of some dishes, old and broken pots/pans. But other than that, everything was great!
2.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
I was somewhat unhappy with the location.
I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We love Beachwalk Resort and have stayed at many properties over the last 10 years. Unfortunately this property did not measure up. The furniture and overall cleanliness of the home needs a bit of a facelift, the cable did not work so we had no TV and the weather wasn't the best during our stay so TV was a must. We would definitely return to Beachwalk again but not to this particular rental.
4.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than 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:
Overall good experience. I was surprised to see so many homes in one area. I had something else in mind - it really is like an addition. Great location tho (close to beach). Overall cozy home. Remote control broken. Porch lights (front and back broken - told management but never fixed during our stay). Golf cart major plus. Kitchen fairly stocked. Enough to do your own cooking. Al's grocery nearby. Took forever to get my refund back. Went over labor day (~9/5) and I just received refund on 9/21 for my deposit. I called earlier to find out status of my refund and the office staff indicated that it was processed on 9/6 but it never was???? So be patient on your refund. You will get it back, just may take awhile! Again, cozy home - I just wish it was in a more of a semi-private setting. I was unaware there were so many homes at that location.
3.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very dirty.
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:
We love Beachwalk and the amenities, but I don't think we can stay at this property again. We stayed here two years ago, and when we came back this summer, we were disappointed. It was really dirty. It seemed as though it never receives a deep cleaning. The bathrooms had been cleaned, but there was so much dust and dirt everywhere it was hard to ignore. It is such a cute house, but it really needs a deep clean.
5.0 / 10.0
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:
We love the location of Manatees, tucked back in the rear of the property. Our kids are able to walk to the playground safely and cruise the area on their bikes. The house is spacious and provides most everything we needed during our stay.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Michigan City?
The average price for a rental in Michigan City is $562 per night. This rental is $107 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Kid Friendly Cottage by Park in Beachwalk + Complementary Golf Cart. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Charming Kid Friendly Cottage by Park in Beachwalk + Complementary Golf Cart. Enjoy the water!
Is Charming Kid Friendly Cottage by Park in Beachwalk + Complementary Golf Cart pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Charming Kid Friendly Cottage by Park in Beachwalk + Complementary Golf Cart?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.