Affordable, Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat
Cottage in Michigan City, IN
4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 1 bath
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Includes essentialsPool, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this cottage rental
Bedroom: 2 | Bathroom: 1 | Sleeps: 4
This cozy coach house can be rented alone, or together with Vacation Station. Flip Flops are a must for your packing list to stay at Bus Stop this summer. This cozy spot is just what a small family or group of friend’s needs. Bus Stop brings you to the heart of the Beachwalk Resort within walking distance of everything across the street from the private resort pool and brand-new sprinkler pad to the beautiful shores of the private Lake Kai. Did we mention the pool is heated and there is a kiddie pool for the little swimmers? You can take a walk to the snack shop and get a soft serve Ice-cream cone on your way to the beach. Pack the complementary wagon with your gear and enjoy your day at the beach, which is only a 5-minute walk from your doorstep.
BEDROOM and BATHROOM SET UP
Main Level
-Bedroom 1: Queen
-Bedroom 2: Twin over Twin Bunk Beds
-Bath 1: Standalone Full Bath
INDOOR GATHERING SPACE
After a day of playing outside or sunbathing at the beach, open the door to Bus Stop and instantly feel at home. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready to be put to a culinary test. Cook inside or enjoy the natural gas grill on the patio. The living room offers a fireplace for those cooler nights and a television for your downtime. Fresh crisp linens await you. Sink into the plush bedding for a great night's rest.
Bus Stop is the guest house to Vacation Station, rented separate, but makes for the perfect pair if looking for a large space. Together with Vacation Station these homes sleep 19 guests in 7 bedrooms.
OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE
Have a seat on the porch overlooking the Beachwalk Resort.
HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES
Cable TV, Wi-Fi, Linens, Gas Grill, Porch
LOCATION
Located in Beachwalk Resort, across from the swimming pool and sprinkler pad.
PARKING
1 parking spaces along the street in front of the house. Please do NOT park in front of the garage.
HOUSE RULES
-No smoking or vaping indoors
-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.
This cozy coach house can be rented alone, or together with Vacation Station. Flip Flops are a must for your packing list to stay at Bus Stop this summer. This cozy spot is just what a small family or group of friend’s needs. Bus Stop brings you to the heart of the Beachwalk Resort within walking distance of everything across the street from the private resort pool and brand-new sprinkler pad to the beautiful shores of the private Lake Kai. Did we mention the pool is heated and there is a kiddie pool for the little swimmers? You can take a walk to the snack shop and get a soft serve Ice-cream cone on your way to the beach. Pack the complementary wagon with your gear and enjoy your day at the beach, which is only a 5-minute walk from your doorstep.
BEDROOM and BATHROOM SET UP
Main Level
-Bedroom 1: Queen
-Bedroom 2: Twin over Twin Bunk Beds
-Bath 1: Standalone Full Bath
INDOOR GATHERING SPACE
After a day of playing outside or sunbathing at the beach, open the door to Bus Stop and instantly feel at home. The kitchen is fully stocked and ready to be put to a culinary test. Cook inside or enjoy the natural gas grill on the patio. The living room offers a fireplace for those cooler nights and a television for your downtime. Fresh crisp linens await you. Sink into the plush bedding for a great night's rest.
Bus Stop is the guest house to Vacation Station, rented separate, but makes for the perfect pair if looking for a large space. Together with Vacation Station these homes sleep 19 guests in 7 bedrooms.
OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE
Have a seat on the porch overlooking the Beachwalk Resort.
HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES
Cable TV, Wi-Fi, Linens, Gas Grill, Porch
LOCATION
Located in Beachwalk Resort, across from the swimming pool and sprinkler pad.
PARKING
1 parking spaces along the street in front of the house. Please do NOT park in front of the garage.
HOUSE RULES
-No smoking or vaping indoors
-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.
Amenities
Pool
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
TV
Map of Michigan City, IN
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Ratings and reviews
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:
Enjoyed our stay at the Bus Stop. Everything was great the housing was very good and the surrounding area was a lot of fun.
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 satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
As I have mentioned to staff, this condo needs updating. The outside furniture which I understand will be replaced is so rusty, I can’t imagine sitting on it. We like the location and for that reason will likely stay again. Please do not use my comments for any reason even by referring to my location. Any friend recommendation would be with a caveat about need for update. I think it is fair to say couch needs to be cleaned if not replaced.
10.0 / 10.0
Great location. Simple and clean.
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 satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The rental was just as shown in the pictures. It is small but has two bedrooms (one is very small with bunk beds, good for kids) and a washer/dryer, which came in very handy for a beach vacation. Contrary to the info we were given, there was no dishwasher, but we really didn't miss it. The location was great - a short block to the pool and coffee shop, just off the main road. A few things to consider - it is on the second floor so be prepared to climb the stairs. The deck is small and the deck furniture is metal so not very comfortable. Inside, as it is small, there is limited seating. The couch was not very clean. The single non-kitchen chair was very old, with no springs left. Sitting in it was very uncomfortable. It would be nice if they replaced it with a newer one. We stayed only a few nights and it was just the two of us, so it was fine. With more people, or for a longer stay, it would not be our choice. We must add - the people onsite were very nice and helpful. We called maintenance for one small thing and someone came right away and solved the issue.
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:
This is such a great place and perfect for our family of four. We love all of the amenities of the resort and the accessibility to Lake Michigan. The vacation can be as relaxing or as adventurous as you want! This was our second stay and hope to make it an annual vacation. Thank you for a great stay!
6.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Stayed here with the family for a weekend. Location was very nice, rental company was very nice. Easy checkin and the place was clean.That said, it was very outdated. Furniture was old, beds uncomfortable. Bathroom and cabinets not in great shape. Doors would not lock. Fireplace would not work. One small tv on the floor. Deck wood was old with splinters. BBQ did not look like something we wanted to cook on. Overall, I would not recommend anyone to stay there.
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:
The property was well managed and the staff was very responsive. This guest house is very close to the pool and shop, and a short walk to the beach. Beachwalk feels very family friendly, clean and safe.
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:
The place was perfect for our small family. The pool, lake, everything was wonderful. Only complaint is our first night there was a loud party in the house next door on Austin that went from 9:30-11pm with loud music and singing.
10.0 / 10.0
The property doesn't over-promise and it worked out great for our purpose, which was to have a "home base" while visiting family nearby. While the kitchen and deck were great to have, I would't plan on spending too much time in the house as it is quite small! Great deck, relative privacy for the development. The Beachwalk resort itself seems good for families, we were a bit out of place as a group of four adults! Awesome beach access. Certainly preferable location-wise as compared with hotels in Michigan City or other properties with difficult access to beaches and local amenities.
8.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was adequately helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I love this property. It's a small space, but it has a great deck. Altogether, it's a great space for two adults and two children. I only have a couple small complaints:• The cookware is sparse. It would be nice to have a complete, set of pots and pans. • Bizarrely, the tub had no handle with which to turn on the water. I luckily had a vice grip in my car, so we were able to make it work. I told the Beachwalk office about this issue. They were all very nice, as was the repair person who came over. However, the issue was never resolved, and if I'm honest, I think I could have done with more communication from the office. Even if they had just finally told me they couldn't get the part that week, I would've appreciated that.
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 experience! The staff was responsive and helpful, even before we checked in. The cottage was adorable and clean. Everything was so convenient and everyone was very friendly. We’ve been visiting for years and will continue to do so. Great place for families to vacation!
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:
Bus stop had everything we needed. The towels were upgraded to extra large and there were plenty of them. The sheets were also upgraded. We thought the walk to the beach was too far. Other than that we loved it.
4.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Great location to get to the beach. Living area quite small but ok size for just two people. Needs a LOT of updating and better kitchen amenities if you want to cook. Fan in brdm did not work during hot wknd. Staff are great and helpful.
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:
First, allow me to say that the staff is outstanding!! It is obvious that their quests are their #1 priority. They are knowledgeable, have answers with solutions and are so customer focus. We loved everything about the location of this unit! Location is by the pool, small lake, open gathering area (karoke was a blast), snack shop and short walk to the beach. The reason not a 5 star is the unit could have been updated a bit. However, the unit has everything you need. There is also a lot to do in the area. We will definingly return. Can't wait to return and we would stay in the same unit!!
6.0 / 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:
overall I was very satisfied with our stay. One minor thing is that on the description they offered golf cart rentals and I figured since in our group we had a couple of people with bad knees we were going to ba able to move around easily, unfortunately when we got there it turned out there were no golf carts to rent. they should take that out of the description/advertisement if its not true.
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:
Wanting peace and solitude among a colorful neighborhood? Beachwalk Resort is only a 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan and short drive to shopping and a revitalized downtown with a selection of restaurants.
6.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Location was great and property allowed our dog.
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 at Bus Stop! The best part of this property is definitely the location and proximity to the pool/lake/snack shop! We spent all of our time split between the beach and at the pool so this location was ideal. Bus Stop, was small and cozy, but we didn't spend much time indoors anyway and was exactly as presented on the website. The small size could have been a problem if the weather was bad for prolonged periods of time. Everyone was helpful and friendly at all portions of the reservation process and during our stay. Our 16 year old was disappointed to hear that the Golf Cart drivers had to be 18. It was frustrating when the private owners had young kids driving their golf carts throughout the property. The landscaping looked as if it had not been tended to in a very long time. However, many of the other properties in the area had similar overgrown grass and weeds, so perhaps this was a side effect of the pandemic or done intentionally for another reason. It looked sloppy, but that didn't affect our stay at all! We were close to grocery stores and restaurants, making it easy to accommodate any needs that arose. I appreciated the small and affordable option for our small family and would definitely return and recommend to others!
4.0 / 10.0
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was clean.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We loved the location of the bus stop!! Just across from the pool and Lake Kia made it the perfect spot in Beachwalk. The interior is very dated, but we expected that & it didn’t impact our stay. It was affordable & a great option for a quick trip with our family. The biggest issue we faced were ants. Had we stayed longer than 2 nights it would have been more of a concern. They were on the tables and counters. We had to keep all the food in the fridge for that reason. We did inform management and they said they would look into it after we left.
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Michigan City?
The average price for a rental in Michigan City is £279 per night. This rental is £91 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Affordable, Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Affordable, Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat. Enjoy the water!
Is Affordable, Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Affordable, Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.