Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access
4.9
Outstanding(63 Reviews)House in Michigan City, IN
15 guests · 7 bedrooms · 4 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Air conditioner, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
This sunny, charming beachfront home is just steps from the sand, containing 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and features all the comforts of home. Located just 60 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from South Bend, this home is perfect for summer vacations, weekend winery tours, and Notre Dame sports weekends. Only a private sand dune separates this home from one of Lake Michigan's most gorgeous beaches, so you can enjoy the privacy of your own yard while celebrating the tranquility of beach front living.
The recently refreshed home features a large open living, dining, and (fully stocked) kitchen area offering sunny, sweeping views of the waterfront dune. Over 800 square feet of deck and 450 square feet of patio space with a large fire pit and plenty of seating offer tons of space for dining and enjoying the beach. The house also has an outdoor shower, an extra den with a flat screen TV, a large private back (sand) yard, and an indoor/outdoor speaker system.
The recently refreshed home features a large open living, dining, and (fully stocked) kitchen area offering sunny, sweeping views of the waterfront dune. Over 800 square feet of deck and 450 square feet of patio space with a large fire pit and plenty of seating offer tons of space for dining and enjoying the beach. The house also has an outdoor shower, an extra den with a flat screen TV, a large private back (sand) yard, and an indoor/outdoor speaker system.
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Michigan City, IN
Reviews
4.9
Outstanding(63 Reviews)5.0
We enjoyed everything about this house. It was well stocked with the essentials and was very clean. Easily fit grandparents and two families of 4. Loved the location on the dune and the incredible short walk to the beach access. Would definitely stay here again.
5.0
The real charm of this house is the feeling of seclusion, although it is in a pretty densely populated area, and the direct access to the beach. The back deck area is perfect!
The kitchen is very accommodating and stocked with plenty of dishes, glasses and cooking ware. Plenty of beach towels are provided too. A great place!
4.0
Enjoyed the family time. Very quiet area. Missed not having the foosball table as shown in pictures. Greatly appreciated the beach chairs, beach toys & beach towels being included.
5.0
We were here for a funeral and this home was a wonderful place to gather with family as the deck and family room are perfect. With 7 bedrooms, although smallish, everyone had their own space to which to retreat. It is a very well stocked hpuse and Brittany was soo sweet and communication was excellent. She even left us flowers and a condolence card.
We hope to return to this beach house again and spend more time on the great beach that's such an easy walk from the house. Thank you for sharing !
5.0
House was great! Clean and well stocked with everything you’d need. Close walk over the dune to a wonderful beach. Our family with 10 adults and 5 kids 5 and under had a great week. Thanks for hosting your home
5.0
The location directly on the dune is great. The outdoor patio has lots of seating, and a separate fire pit area, which makes for great evenings as the sun sets. Plenty of beach towels and chairs. Our second time at the house!
5.0
The house had plenty of space, was in a prime location to the beach and had a great outdoor space. Loved the views, especially at sunset. House has everything we needed for a long weekend stay and the owners very responsive to questions. Would stay again.
5.0
Wonderful home! Pictures don’t do it justice, it’s even cuter in person. The location was perfect…( but do yourself a favor and use the public path a couple doors down, that dune can be tough when carrying a lot.)
Owners were very helpful with questions before our stay. This place had everything we needed to make our 12th annual girls (teachers and administrators) trip a big success! Would love to visit again :)
5.0
Amazing house with lots of bedrooms in the perfect location. It was able to comfortably hold 10 people easily.
4.0
The house and property were great! The check-in process was smooth. We loved the huge deck, fire pit, grill, private dune entrance, neighbors, plethora of beds and baths, big kitchen, dining area, washer/dryer, fireworks and convenient/plentiful parking. My suggestions would be: fix the water in main shower (no hot water), toilet seat broke, bathroom floors were dirty, outdoor shower didn't work, game table was falling apart, upstairs shower did not drain (filled with sand). These are small suggestions; we had a great week. Thanks so much for sharing your wonderful house with us! I would definitely recommend this rental!
5.0
House was amazing for a family of 7. Steps from the beach. Close to all local attractions. Top notch! Planning to return next year!!!!!
5.0
This house was great for our large group of adults and kids (ages 1-4). The property had everything we needed, from a well-stocked kitchen to beach toys/chairs to a fire pit. We enjoyed going to the beach close-by but still separated by a dune for backyard privacy. Felt like the property accommodated us even more than expected from the listing!
5.0
Great location for outlets and casinos. It was decorated so nicely and very clean. Would reserve again!
4.0
How you Dune was a great place right on the lake. We made many memories with friends and would highly recommend this place for a friend or family vacation.
5.0
The beach house is beautiful, spacious, and perfectly located right on the beach. We enjoyed the large deck and fire pit. The kitchen was stocked with everything we could need. The ample supply of towels, beach chairs, and sand toys came in handy with the kids. The den and foosball table were much loved by the kids and allowed the adults some time away from them. Thank you for a great getaway.
5.0
SUCH A LOVELY PLACE!! Pefect getaway.
5.0
We had a wonderful time at How You Dune! The view from the top of the dune was a bonus when watching the speed boat races and the sunsets. Some of our best photos ever!
Communication with the owner was excellent. They were very responsive to our questions /concerns.
5.0
We rented this for my parents 45th anniversary celebration. 15 of us from 6-68 stayed in the house and had plenty of room and space if needed! Short walk to the most beautiful beach and lots of toys/floats/chairs come with the rental. Highly recommend! Thanks for the amazing memories!!
5.0
After 2 very difficult years, we rented the house as a retreat for our school administrator team in order to get work done and spend quality time together. It was perfect! The house was clean, very well stocked, and roomy enough for our group of 10. The hosts were very responsive and friendly. It was just the thing we needed to meet the needs of our group and we have already agreed to rent it again for next years retreat.
5.0
Coziest vacation home I’ve been to
My family and I travel a lot and this was a family reunion that left everyone very satisfied. This home is very comfortable and filled with everything you need to make this house a home from towels to kitchen ware.
5.0
Great stay
House was in a great location and plenty of space. Our group of twelve, 5 adults and 7 teens did not ever feel crowded. Plenty of supplies for our two night stay and kitchen supplies.
5.0
Great location for a relaxing beach vacation!
House was clean and pictures of property were accurate. Everything described in the listing was in the house and available for our group to use. Property owner was able to get back with any questions we had while staying at the house.
5.0
Everything our family needed!
We stayed here with cousins, aunts/uncles and grandparents (12 people total), and it suited us all. The owners were absolutely gracious and kind to work with. We'd stay there again! Oh and the beach was gorgeous!
5.0
Great location, perfect for families
We stayed here with two other families (6 adults, 8 kids under age 6!) and had a wonderful beach trip. The house is set up perfectly for family groups, especially all the seating and tables on the large deck. The bedrooms and bathrooms are also well situated for multiple families or extended families. The location was great, the house is right on the dunes and you can walk directly from the house over the dune to Sheridan Beach (we ended up often taking the longer, less steep route from the public lot since we were usually carrying kids), which was super helpful and convenient when trips back and forth to the house inevitably occurred. The beach itself was great for kids in the morning - waves were very gentle and there's a long shallow part before you hit a sandbar. The crowd definitely got a little rowdier in the afternoons and evenings, but at that point we were pretty much heading in for the night anyways : ) and didn't have any issues with noise from the house. Sunsets were beautiful from the top of the dunes! All in all, a great spot to relax and enjoy some beach time.
Brittany was great to work with and accommodating of our requests. Would recommend!
5.0
Wonderful Stay Right on the Beach!!
Wonderful stay, incredible location! You can't get better than your backyard being the beach! We love the decor & set up of this home. We've come here for many years & it's always a highlight of our summer.
5.0
Perfect vacation house for all ages
This is really one of the best vacation rental I had ever stayed in. The location is perfect, it's beach front (only one house down from the blue beach walk way). There's enough parking for all three families and enough bathroom for everyone to be happy get all the kidos clean from coming back from the beach. The outdoor space with lots of tables and seating for everyone to hang out and the fire pit makes the dads super happy and relaxed. The house is very clean very well stocked with everything we need. Over all, I am in love with this property and will be back next summer!
5.0
Great house.
Enjoyed our time on a big porch. Beach is very close just over the dune.
5.0
Everything perfect but the weather! Loved it!
Not a thing needs changing. The house was perfect for 9 ladies celebrating a big birthday. Seven bedrooms is a find. Outdoor space and indoor spaces were both wonderful. Nicely stocked kitchen, comfortable seating indoors and out. Fire pit, deck and home are great - the beach is icing on the cake.
5.0
Family & Friends fishing trip
Beautiful location. Just a short walk over the dune to the beach. Minutes from the casino and marina as well as the zoo. Only concern was the public access to the beach and to know there will be drunks (which can be amusing but could also be annoying). Owners are so nice and responsive!!!! Everything you need for a wonderful family vacation
5.0
Great family beach vacation
Great layout and size for multiple families, close to a great beach. The central rack with lots of beach towels + big washer/dryer was nice. Good kitchen, and it helped that the weather was perfect while we were there.
5.0
Great Memories were made at How you dune
My husband & I just spent a week with our 4 children(plus spouses) & our 5 Grandchildren all under the age of 5. The house was plenty big enough for the 14 of us to spread out or all be together. The beach is literally out & over the dune in the back yard. We highly recommend this property!
5.0
Excellent place for families
We had a fantastic time at How You Dune! Plenty of space, great areas to hang out and eat with family and the beach is right there. I would say the dune to get to the beach is quite a workout but there is public access right next store that is much easier. I would definitely recommend How You Dune!
5.0
Wonderful Getaway!
How you dune was an amazing location to spend my 30th birthday with a group of friends. The property was completely as advertised, and had plenty of room for a large group. The outdoor seating was incredible, and the instant access to the beach was even better. All of our questions were answered extremely quickly, and Jennifer was always quick to respond. I would recommend this property to anyone for their next vacation. Thank you for having us! We will definitely be back!
5.0
Great weekend
Jen was great- very helpful, kind, and went out of her way to make sure we had a great time! The house was amazing- checked every box, AWESOME location, great space and very clean and modern. Would love to stay again!
5.0
How you Dune Getaway
This house was absolutely perfect for our getaway! Only 1 hour from Chicago made it even better. We had the best time. Lots of bedrooms, amazing patio right on the sand. The dune separates the house from a beautiful beach but the hike up is worth it. Jen was super helpful with everything and even offered help for things needed in town. We would definitely love to come back! :)
5.0
Beautiful House on a Dune
We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this house. The house itself is clean, well maintained and updated. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for our group, and the large living room and huge back porch gave us plenty of space to gather for meals and drinks.
The view from the back of the house is perfect. A short walk over the dune and you can see both Lake Michigan and the skyline of the city of Chicago. Beach could get a bit crowded on the weekend, but that could be due to the fact that the public beach was closed due to COVID. During the week the crowd was much smaller.
Communication with the owner and check in was straightforward and simple. No issues at all.
2.5
We thoroughly enjoyed our week in this house. The house itself is clean, well maintained and updated. Plenty of bedrooms and bathrooms for our group, and the large living room and huge back porch gave us plenty of space to gather for meals and drinks.The view from the back of the house is perfect. A short walk over the dune and you can see both Lake Michigan and the skyline of the city of Chicago. Beach could get a bit crowded on the weekend, but that could be due to the fact that the public beach was closed due to COVID. During the week the crowd was much smaller.Communication with the owner and check in was straightforward and simple. No issues at all.
5.0
Great choice!
This home is perfect for a large family! Very well-equipped with kitchen utensils, games, linens, beach chairs and toys, etc. The sand dune was a bit steep, so we walked one home away and used a padded public access to get to the beach. Very easy. The only suggestion I can make is to remove the big chair from the master bedroom on first floor. A short bench to put luggage on may work better. This was totally not a big deal, though. We will definitely consider renting this home again!
5.0
Great stay
Enjoyed the property
5.0
Fabulous family getaway!
This property really has everything you need for multi-family gatherings. Two downstairs and two upstairs bathrooms, a great mix of queen/king and twin bedrooms and an open-concept dining/living/kitchen area makes for a great layout and space to spread out . The outside area is also fantastic - fire pit and ample dining and lounging space. The house is incredibly well appointed - beach towels, chairs and toys and a really well stocked kitchen. Jen was so wonderful and responsive - really the best host we’ve ever had! As others have said the dune is a bit of a hike but my parents are in their 60s and had no issues. The view is stunning at the top and a great beach awaits in the other side. We definitely recommend “How You Dune!” We would come back in a heartbeat.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Michigan City?
The average price for a rental in Michigan City is $512 per night. This rental is $925 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access?
We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.
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