The house was clean and well stocked and managed. There wasn't anything that we needed that wasn't available. Best VRBO experience our family has had to date. I highly recommend this location!!

I can’t say enough good things about our stay here! Jill was so helpful and the home was lovely! We had everything we needed and then some!

Although "Lovely Home" accurately describes this vacation house, the pictures do not do it justice! This space was perfect for our family of five. We had enough room to spread out while still being connected. The owners were diligent with communication before during and after our trip. This allowed them to make sure every comfort was available for our family. They clearly made adjustments to the property to make it inviting not just for my spouse and I but for our children (10, 8, and 2). It felt like an upscale vacation rental while being homey at the same time. Can we talk about the location?! The walking distance to two such lovely beaches was priceless - especially during the Fourth of July holiday week when we stayed. While the line of cars stretched far around the neighborhood for beach access we were able to quickly and easily grab a spot on the sand. Not only that, but the owners know the area and provided many tips such as how to avoid the crowds. We enjoyed time on the beach whenever weather allowed. This home may have also turned us into hikers! We visited both Indiana Dunes State and National Park on multiple days. It was too easy not to! Overall, we would 100% recommend this home and equally desire to return to make more memories.

Attention to detail, well stocked kitchen. 1 block from nice beach with beach chairs & umbrella, beach wagon. Bikes with available tire pump if needed. Gas grill, gas fire pit, outdoor seating. Separation of bedrooms upstairs/downstairs was a plus for us with our adult children. Bathroom spaces excellent. The only slight negative was the high volume of cars at the corner intersection especially on a nice Saturday beach day waiting to park. Communication with Jill was excellent! Will return if visiting the area

Our family visited over a long weekend. Jill was very communicative and helpful in suggestions for hiking in the area and beach locations. The home was perfect for our family of 4.

Our stay here was great. The property is a nice size with two levels (the kitchen on the second), lots of windows/light, multiple outdoor spaces, and many amenities like a grill, beach equipment, and stuff for my toddler to sleep and eat comfortably. Jill offered to combine two twin beds into a "short king" so that the two adult couples (my husband and I and my in-laws) could both sleep together in large beds, which worked great. She also provided a pack-n-play that worked well for my 2 year old. The kitchen was fully equipped, so we were able to make the vast majority of our meals together there and then sit at the nearby dining table or around the sofa/coffee table to eat our meals. There was a matching high chair provided for us that blended in with the mid-century modern decor. Everything felt well thought-out and full of creature comforts. The communication with Jill was daily, but minimal and unobtrusive/kind. We will probably be back for another stay in the future!

The home is nicely decorated. The Bed was comfy. The location was conveient not only for the local beach, but for day trips to Chicago and to Michigan. The A/C maybe an issue during hotter days of summer. Luckily there were fans that helped cool the upstairs, but during the heat of the day it was still a little warm. We really loved having such a nice beach so close.

We had a wonderful long family weekend! The location was perfect and the accommodations could not have been better. The host went above and beyond to accommodate us!

Great location! The place was perfect for our family. Very clean! Communication with owners was excellent. They had all the little things you need when you travel but don’t want to buy. Hop e to stay there again!

Suitable for a family of six. An easy 3 minute walk to the beach.

The property owner was awesome. They stayed in contact with us to make sure we had everything we needed. Then, the house was well stocked with whatever you could think of. We will definitely book again.

Wonderful hosts, nice property

This was a great place to stay for our family! Jill is extremely accommodating! She knew we had our granddaughters coming and she had some fun puppets out and delivered sand toys for them to use. The beach items that were available to use were perfect! She responded to all of my questions immediately. The house is very nice and has everything you need. I would highly recommend this place! Thanks for everything Jill!!

Jill was so sweet and accommodating our entire trip! With two young kids, she went above and beyond to provide all the extra things to make our stay really comfortable. The beach was a quick walk, and the park was not too far of a drive either! Would absolutely recommend!

We had so much fun by the Indiana Dunes. We enjoyed so many activities including kayaking, mini golf, cycling, and hiking. There was also a ton of diverse, delicious, culinary cuisine nearby. The beach was amazing with squeaky sand, refreshing water, and just a 5 minute walk from the house! The house was very clean, organized and well-stocked. The hostess answered all of our questions and was very helpful throughout our stay. We were surprised by the amount of traffic noise and bright lights at night in the small neighborhood, but that did not take away from the overall positive experience. We all enjoyed our trip!

Helpful host, easy to contact. Great condition and modern interior. Super close to the beach.

What a little Jem! Great location. Loved the proximity to things, but you will need to drive and plan for the beach. If you bike it’s good, but coolers will need to be thought out. Jill had a great set up. Parking for beach access is a pain, but right up the street is a $10 parking venue that is def worth it for mass quantities of beach gear. The home is gorgeous! Jill has you def set up and grocery is close. Just map it. We had a terrible forecast with rain, but the home solved that for everyone. And when we did go to the beach we endured the inclement weather with stride. We def plan on visiting this home again. Great communication by Jill was a huge positive, as she only wants families to enjoy the stay at this iconic place in America! Highly suggested!

We were looking for room for six within walking distance to the beach. This condo exceeded our expectations. A clean, comfortable place with room for everyone. The walk to the beach was incredibly easy and the renter thoughtfully provided many necessities and amenities. We cooked our own food, did our own laundry, and entertained ourselves when the weather was inclement. Jill recommended restaurants and activities in the area. I can't recommend this rental enough. It was a great week for our family.

A great long weekend getaway from Chicago!

We had a wonderful time. Short walk to the beach and the Dunes. Very easy to explore the whole area including lovely cities such as Chesterton and Porter. The house was clean and very nicely decorated. Jill was a fantastic host, very communicative and thoughtful. She had plenty of great recommendations. We have two little kids and she had the pack-and-play, booster seat, as well as toys ready for them. Planning on returning!

We had a fantastic stay over the Labor Day weekend. The house was exactly as described and the accommodations were perfect for our family of 5. Jill has thought of everything and we wanted for nothing. The Nespresso pods were a nice treat and it was great to have several condiments, spices, and pantry items available. It’s a very short walk to the beach: which was perfect and not crowded. Take a right and you’re on West Beach in the national park. Enjoyed the board games and books provided, and we heard not a peep from our neighbors. We’ll be back!

This home is very nice and has everything you would want or need. The home owner is amazing and gave us great information before we arrived so we were prepared for our stay. We loved that we could walk to the beach from the home. The national and star parks are also amazing, so take time to make a visit to the park and get information about the different trails. Highly recommend this property and we plan on visiting again.

The property manager was more than accommodating. She was very thoughtful and included interesting and quality materials for everyone’s use throughout the property. If we needed anything her response was immediate and good natured. Even though the weather wasn’t ideal beach weather for a few days of our stay, we found plenty for my family of 5 (kids 4-8) to do. There are hiking trails everywhere. We particularly enjoyed the 3 Dune Challenge. In terms of our beach experience, we did enjoy the beach that was accessible by walking distance to the property. Anything you could want for a beach experience was provided. A wagon, toys, chairs, two sun tents, etc. We also enjoyed going down to nearby West Beach one day, it was perfect for our littles as there was a large sand bar down the beach a bit. It created a shallow pool and a “safety buffer” of sand so we felt confident. All of these options and suggestions were part of the property manager’s “concierge service.” She offered up a ton of helpful suggestions and options about where we might want to go. We also made a lot of food on the property and the kitchen was fully stocked, and clearly labeled, with dishes, pots and pans, spices and condiments. Great hostess, lovely accommodations, wonderful time!

The property was lovely and as described. The hosts communicated perfectly and gave us all the information we needed. Having chairs and such for the beach on the property that we could use was awesome. We went over the 4th holiday which was my mistake - too many people - but, during a non-holiday I bet it's even better. Proximity to the beach was great.

This house had everything we needed and more. Great layout as well as modern and updated. The owner was very easy to communicate with and helpful when planning our stay.

The property was beautiful. Clean and very modern. Jill was very helpful and kind. The beach is 2 blocks away and other activities (train station, hiking trails, biking trails, kayaking) were all very close. The only down side was the amount of traffic and noise associated with it. It made for a couple sleepless nights. I’d definitely stay there again. Next time bring ear plugs... lol!

The home was beautifully appointed and inviting. The high airy ceilings, modern yet welcoming furnishings, and great design made me feel "at home" immediately. Shower, bed, kitchen, patios - all were as advertised and very pleasing! There are a ton of extra touches from books, puzzles, Google play, extra towels and more. They really did make this place with you, the guest, in mind! Jill was a dream to communicate with; any question I had was immediately answered. I so appreciated the extra touches she left to help me understand the area and relax in her home. The location was "interesting" as I didn't have any experience with this side of Lake Michigan or Miller Beach/Gary Indiana. From Jill's home I could walk to a beach and trails. She had bikes and a beach wagon to borrow. The sand was outstanding and it was fun to pick up a ton of skipping rocks. What a treat to swim in Lake Michigan in June! The trails were excellent and I explored Chesteron - a darling small town that makes me want to explore the area in greater depth. There are major grocery stores and pharmacies within just a few miles. Only reason I gave the location a 4 instead of a 5 is that I was a bit taken aback by the industrial and rather run-down nature of the area I drove through from the highway. Jill's home is right on a corner that wasn't too far from a large apartment complex. I was worried at first about the potential for noise but it was no problem at all. My rating of 4 shouldn't take away from Jill's home; that's the area. During the weekday West Beach wasn't that crowded. Mostly moms and kids. Groups of young girls (all well-behaved and laughing). As the afternoon wore on, the party boats would show up. On 1 day it was find but on 2 other days the thumping music full of profanity made me flee earlier than I had hoped. Young men in large boats trying to impress the beach crowd aren't my thing. I checked out the Marquette Beach (sp?) and was disappointed to see a lot of garbage on the gorgeous sand. i wouldn't recommend that particular beach area after what I saw but the beach was pretty! All in all? I'd recommend and hope to go back.

Beautiful condo that’s tastefully and comfortable decorated. Fabulous outdoor lounging spaces. It has everything you need. The owner is thoughtful and readily available.

The condo was exactly as described. It was very clean and updated as listed. It was a perfect quick getaway choice for our family plus fur baby. The walk to the beach was short and seeing the additional wildlife around the area was cool to see. The property owners (Jill) was fabulous to work with too! Definitely worth checking out and coming back too in the future! The beach was clean and we had plenty of space to ourselves on a busy HOT weekend too!