On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views
House in Michigan City, IN
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 3 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Includes essentialsGarden, Pool, Pets allowed and more
About this house rental
Dunetop Getaway is on Lake Shore drive directly across from the beach, and is perched atop a sand dune offering amazing views of Lake Michigan, and even the Chicago skyline on clear days. Across the street from two beach stops, from outside you can get to the beach using either the front stair case or using the sloped driveway and street to the beach for a no stairs route. From the screened in covered front porch relax to the soothing sounds of the nature, waves and sights of boats gliding across the horizon. We frequently see lots of nature including bluejays, orioles, cardinals, hawks, deer and more. For over 120 years classic beach home has created long lasting memories for guests year after year.
About an hour drive from downtown Chicago with over 60 feet of Lake Shore Drive Frontage and miles of sandy beach. Across the street from stops 8 & 9 Sheridan Beach. About 6 stairs to 1st floor of house. About 15 stairs to 2nd floor (please note the stair case is narrow and does not have hand rails please see photos). Gig speed fiber internet and wifi.
We have 2 queen sleeper sofas on the front porch. The front porch does not have drapes, heat or ac, but has storm windows, screens, and gets frequent lake breezes, also has storm windows. Dining room table that comfortably sits 6, dine to Lake MI sunsets. There is 1 bedroom on 1st floor with queen size bed, extra linens and pillows in cabinets under the bed, room darkening shades. Living room with queen sleeper sofa, separate sitting area, ceiling fans, TV, Apple TV with Fubo TV cable and several streaming service options.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms both with king size beds with extra linens and pillows are under the bed. Upstairs there is a nook overlooking Lake Michigan futon couch that folds flat and also into chaise lounge. Pack n play with changer in 1 bedroom. 2nd small 1/2 bath upstairs, and sitting area.
Home comfortably sleeps 6 adults, more using 3 queen sleeper sofas, futon in upstairs nook, couch and/or air mattresses. HEPA air cleaners and ceiling fans in all bedrooms.
Outside we have Breeo "smoke less" fire pit, charcoal grill, picnic table, enclosed outdoor rinse station with privacy door. Rental includes house, shed, no access to detached garage. Shed is stocked with beach toys, chairs, stroller, beach wagon, land more. Washer, dryer in the unfinished basement. The fireplace is for decorative purposes only and is not operational. We will not be present but available via text, email or phone should you need us. We have exterior ring cameras, there are no cameras indoors in tenant areas.
We are down the street from Washington Park including the zoo, outdoor concert, park, splash pad, beach restaurant and more. Across the street and two doors down from stops 8 & 9 Sheridan beach access. Approx 1.8 miles to Lighthouse Place Outlet Mall, and downtown Michigan City shops, restaurants, Blue Chip casino, Michigan City Amtrak Station (to/from Chicago) and more. Short drive to Four Winds Casino, South Bend, Notre Dame, Valpo, La Porte, Three Oaks, and more.
About an hour drive from downtown Chicago with over 60 feet of Lake Shore Drive Frontage and miles of sandy beach. Across the street from stops 8 & 9 Sheridan Beach. About 6 stairs to 1st floor of house. About 15 stairs to 2nd floor (please note the stair case is narrow and does not have hand rails please see photos). Gig speed fiber internet and wifi.
We have 2 queen sleeper sofas on the front porch. The front porch does not have drapes, heat or ac, but has storm windows, screens, and gets frequent lake breezes, also has storm windows. Dining room table that comfortably sits 6, dine to Lake MI sunsets. There is 1 bedroom on 1st floor with queen size bed, extra linens and pillows in cabinets under the bed, room darkening shades. Living room with queen sleeper sofa, separate sitting area, ceiling fans, TV, Apple TV with Fubo TV cable and several streaming service options.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms both with king size beds with extra linens and pillows are under the bed. Upstairs there is a nook overlooking Lake Michigan futon couch that folds flat and also into chaise lounge. Pack n play with changer in 1 bedroom. 2nd small 1/2 bath upstairs, and sitting area.
Home comfortably sleeps 6 adults, more using 3 queen sleeper sofas, futon in upstairs nook, couch and/or air mattresses. HEPA air cleaners and ceiling fans in all bedrooms.
Outside we have Breeo "smoke less" fire pit, charcoal grill, picnic table, enclosed outdoor rinse station with privacy door. Rental includes house, shed, no access to detached garage. Shed is stocked with beach toys, chairs, stroller, beach wagon, land more. Washer, dryer in the unfinished basement. The fireplace is for decorative purposes only and is not operational. We will not be present but available via text, email or phone should you need us. We have exterior ring cameras, there are no cameras indoors in tenant areas.
We are down the street from Washington Park including the zoo, outdoor concert, park, splash pad, beach restaurant and more. Across the street and two doors down from stops 8 & 9 Sheridan beach access. Approx 1.8 miles to Lighthouse Place Outlet Mall, and downtown Michigan City shops, restaurants, Blue Chip casino, Michigan City Amtrak Station (to/from Chicago) and more. Short drive to Four Winds Casino, South Bend, Notre Dame, Valpo, La Porte, Three Oaks, and more.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Michigan City, IN
Ratings and reviews
4.8 / 5.0
Outstanding(62 Reviews)5.0 / 5.0
Nice property with beautiful views
4.0 / 5.0
Spectacular Views from both the house and nearby beach. While a short walk the dunes and uphill return will challenge you but it will also help you work off the good vacation meals. The one thing I would have appreciated would have been a small bar of soap for the shower. It may have been mentioned in the very detailed information to bring your own. We brought shampoo but missed any memo on soap. No biggie really, went and purchased some. Know this truly is a 100 year old property and the stairs are very steep but once you make it upstairs there is a beautiful view from a sitting room and one of the bedrooms! Don’t put you 6ft plus family members upstairs as the bathroom is really tiny. Our son who lives in Chicago called it an “city bathroom” Overall a very nice stay!
5.0 / 5.0
We enjoyed our first vacation to Michigan City. I loved sitting on the front porch, the view is great.
5.0 / 5.0
Hope to stay again next year. The view is great. The house is great. The dune is a tough march for small kids but the beach access was as good as I could hope for.
4.0 / 5.0
A nice place to stay with amazing views.
5.0 / 5.0
Nice family getaway
5.0 / 5.0
If you are looking for the quintessential beach house vacation, look no further! The house is adorable and the views are spectacular—even better than the pictures! The walk to the beach is easy—and the beach is beautiful. We took many long walks on the beach and the weather was warm enough (apparently hot for mid-May) to swim. Despite the unusually warm weather, we did not need the air conditioning because the breezes in the house were delightful. We are already planning a return visit in the fall.
5.0 / 5.0
Beautiful view and perfect location. Great family home with portable crib, toys, games, beach toys all available for the kids!
5.0 / 5.0
The view is so calming - I really enjoyed looking out at the lake. And only takes a few minutes to walk to it. We made use of the full-sized kitchen and the large dining table. Beds were comfy. It was nice for the kids to each have their own room. It was chilly out but the home had plenty of heat. Great location. Consider adding one soft chair to the living room. The couch is great though. Will return.
4.0 / 5.0
The owners went to a great effort to have everything one would need at this place. Lots of games, kitchen well stocked ect.
5.0 / 5.0
The location is incredible with amazing views. We spent most of the time in the wonderful sunroom with huge view of the lake. The house is lovely with really thoughtful touches for anyone's needs. My husband and I with our 2 dogs had a great time. Easy access to the beach and quiet residential neighborhood. Perfect!
5.0 / 5.0
College friend reunion. Nice property within walking distance of the boardwalk to the beach.Great Lake views.
4.0 / 5.0
My 3 grown children and I stayed here for one week. We absolutely loved it the entire time. The views were spectacular and the lake breeze coming in fabulous. We enjoyed our daily walks to the beach. The only thing I wish was different about our vacation here was - I wish I could have rented it for two straight weeks. I highly recommend staying here!!
5.0 / 5.0
The views even on rainy days is amazing. We stay because it is a clean and quiet place to relax. Nothing better than napping on the front porch. The amenities are really good and everything is clean and well cared for.
It would be a great beach house for a group or family and I could see staying with a few friends. It’s also a great value!!
5.0 / 5.0
We had a lovely family vacation in the dune beach house in Michigan City. It had an absolutely great view of the lake/sunsets. We comfortably slept six teens/adults. The AC was great, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was easy to use and clean up, the outdoor shower was handy, the outdoor seating and fire ring were great. And Michigan City is a charming little town (very quiet!). The beach is absolutely great (and this is coming from an East Coast native). I would definitely return to both the house and Michigan City.
5.0 / 5.0
My sisters and I enjoyed the house very much. It was clean and in a great location. The house was fully stocked with essentials. The view of the lake was fabulous. The only downside was the walk back up the hill to the house from the beach. But that is to be expected in Michigan City. Any questions we had were answered in a friendly and timely manner.
5.0 / 5.0
We have been coming to Michigan City for several years. This property was in a great location and perfect for our family. The check in process was easy and the house was just as described. The beds were comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook. We enjoyed hiking at the Indiana Dunes State Park and drove the 15 min drive to New Buffalo for a day. Swingbellys was great for dinner and Dunebillies is always good for breakfast. My only issue was the weeds were so overgrown by the picnic table that we were unable to enjoy dining outside and they made it difficult to enjoy the view of the lake. The weeds were also hanging over the steps to the beach pathway, making it difficult to walk down the steps. Everything else made for a great family vacation. We would definitely stay here again.
1.0 / 5.0
Went the first day without an operating refrigerator and to top it all off there was a hole in the drywall when we got there and they blamed it on us and kept our deposit. As a Christian family not only would i have told them we did it but i would've asked them if the deposit was enough to cover it. Let's just say I'll never rent from them again! VERY SAD!
5.0 / 5.0
Our family had a wonderful 3 night stay. The welcome book was very thorough and we used many of their recommendations. It was nice to have access to the outside shed for beach equipment. The house was clean and I appreciated that there were little things like toilet paper, paper towels, soap, cleaning products, bonfire equipment, and even some toys for the kids! The view of Lake Michigan was absolutely beautiful too. Overall a great place to stay!
5.0 / 5.0
It was such an easy and relaxing stay. No issues at all. We just got to enjoy our vacation as a family of 4. The place was very well stocked and had what we needed and if not, it wasn’t a far drive to the grocery store. The beach was within walking distance and we so beautiful and not a lot of other people. Overall, it was a great stay and we would definitely recommend this place to anyone else. We would also stay here again if we ever come this way again.
5.0 / 5.0
Best part of this location is the view! Perfect for your coffee every morning. Nice walk to the lake but beware, the sand gets hot and the dunes give you a good workout! The wagon with chairs for the beach was greatly appreciated. Only some rooms have air but as long as you keep doors open, air to 68 and ceiling fans on, the air travels throughout the house. Plenty of blankets and towels to get through a week stay. Loved the binder full of suggestions from the host. We tried the Blind Pig and it did not disappoint. Host was easy to work with and answered any questions I had.
If you struggle with stairs, this may not be a good house to stay at. Stairs not a problem? Book this home!
5.0 / 5.0
Easy beach access and location
5.0 / 5.0
Everything about this property was as described, and better in many ways. The attention to detail was really excellent - there was a booster seat, pack and play, toys, a beach stroller, and even toddler plates/utensils. Having the bottled, filtered water and eco-friendly cleaning products and PLENTY of clean linens was also a nice touch for a family traveling. The screened in porch was so lovely, as was the view. The property manager emailed us the first night to give us heat instructions since it was far colder than anticipated for the time of year. Everything was excellent, and we will definitely plan a return trip. Michigan city is definitely different than the other towns further north into Michigan, but charming and fun in its own ways. And far less crowded.
4.0 / 5.0
Spent a relaxing couple of days staring at the lake. The house was very clean and had everything I needed. The hosts were super helpful and quick to respond.
5.0 / 5.0
We rented this house to meet family from Michigan to celebrate new years, and have a late Christmas weekend. It was perfect for us! We loved the fully stocked kitchen and the proximity to the lake. We would stay again!
5.0 / 5.0
Great location & view. We’ll stocked kitchen. Games and toys. Older home but everything works and is as advertised. We’ll use again if we’re back this way.
5.0 / 5.0
The property owners were very responsive. House is exactly as described - and better. It is clear that the owners really care for this unique property and it is well-appointed for enjoyment! Thanks for sharing.
5.0 / 5.0
Enjoyed our stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing view, house was nice; overall we all had a great visit.
5.0 / 5.0
great experience!
5.0 / 5.0
The view from the very comfortable front porch offered a spectacular view of an unfolding sunset one night and a building storm rolling in another night. The cottage was well equipped and immaculate. It’s the kind of coziness that bids you to stay longer.
5.0 / 5.0
We had an awesome time. The house was clean and the view was awesome. Walking to the beach was easy and took about 5 min max. We would definitely return.
5.0 / 5.0
We had a great extended weekend here! Great location/view and everything was very clean and organized. The hosts were super responsive and helpful! We would absolutely stay here again:)
2.5 / 5.0
Great views and excellent beaches. We enjoyed relaxing by the beach and sitting on the porch reading and relaxing on rainy days. It was nice and cozy for my partner and I and our dog. It would also be a great place for more people. The hosts thought of every little thing that might be needed. We will definitely be back and highly recommend.
5.0 / 5.0
Despite the map and the directions, the exact driveway was missed when we arrived. The garbage cans were in the way of the house number at the road. The house was in a great location and was very clean with the exception of a few clumps of hair from a furry friend. The communication was timely and clear. The only improvement I’d request is to have a couple of light blankets for sleepers on the futons. We checked all drawers, but found only pillows. This is minor. I would definitely stay here again!
5.0 / 5.0
We've been vacationing in Michigan City for years now and this rental takes the cake for best lake views. Whether it was our morning coffee or our evening cocktail, we really enjoyed relaxing in the yard or in the screened-in porch with the gorgeous lake in view. This house was well-stocked with everything we needed to cook meals, have a bonfire, and enjoy the beach. We especially appreciated the wagon and beach chairs available for use. The hosts did a great job communicating with us and sharing recommendations of their favorite places. We hope to come back again!
5.0 / 5.0
Relaxing and beautiful
We loved our stay! It was just what we needed. Thank you.
5.0 / 5.0
Very Close World Class Beach
Didn't realize the beautiful beaches we have right here in the Midwest! At times I forgot where I was! The house was beautiful and sits on top of a dune - so get ready to walk up a hill. Good way to burn off those vacation calories. The house itself was clean and roomy with a beautiful screened back porch and a nice firepit area. The charcoal grill and kitchen were just fine, we cooked there almost every night with no problems. The sunsets were gorgeous. The neighborhood was quiet. The Michigan City area seemed safe and had some beautiful sights to be had as well. Overall we had a wonderful relaxing stay.
5.0 / 5.0
Best Front Porch
Chris and family were great hosts. The house was clean and well stocked. Best place is the front porch, it has the best views.
5.0 / 5.0
Perfect Location, Cozy House and Incredible View
We will definitely book here again. Thoughtful owner who pays attention to details and communicates well. Wonderful place to stay when visiting Michigan City and New Buffalo.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Michigan City?
The average price for a rental in Michigan City is R 6,470 per night. This rental is R 2,717 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views. 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 On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views. Enjoy the water!
Is On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views pet friendly?
Yes! This house is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.
What amenities are available at On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach, Lake Views?
We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, and internet / wifi.