Cozy Vintage Michiana Shores Cottage w/Fireplace, Firepit, & Screened-in Porch

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A glass-enclosed cabin with a visible interior, surrounded by a wooded area and outdoor seating.
A stone house with a gabled roof and a front porch.
A wooden beach shelter with a sign indicating no dogs allowed on the beach from 11 AM to 6 PM.
A covered outdoor seating area with wicker furniture, a glass table, and a view of the surrounding greenery.
A cozy wooden cabin interior with a stone fireplace, a white sofa, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available

Explore the area

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Michiana Shores, IN
  • Place, Lyon Oaks Golf Course
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Duneland Beach
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Michiana Beach
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪38 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

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About the neighborhood

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this cottage is in the city center and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Friendship Botanic Gardens and Lubeznik Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and horse riding.
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Michiana Shores, IN

What's nearby

  • Lyon Oaks Golf Course - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Duneland Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Michiana Beach - 2 min drive - 1.4 km
  • New Buffalo Public Beach - 8 min drive - 11.2 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 11 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 10 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 14 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Casey's New Buffalo - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Beer Church Brewing Co. - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Brewster's Italian Café - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Vintage Michiana Shores Cottage w/Fireplace, Firepit, & Screened-in Porch pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Vintage Michiana Shores Cottage w/Fireplace, Firepit, & Screened-in Porch?

As of Nov 3, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Vintage Michiana Shores Cottage w/Fireplace, Firepit, & Screened-in Porch on Sep 8, 2027 start from $352, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy Vintage Michiana Shores Cottage w/Fireplace, Firepit, & Screened-in Porch?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Vintage Michiana Shores Cottage w/Fireplace, Firepit, & Screened-in Porch?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Vintage Michiana Shores Cottage w/Fireplace, Firepit, & Screened-in Porch located?

Located in the heart of Michigan City, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Lyon Oaks Golf Course and Lake Michigan. Duneland Beach and Michiana Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a pretty , well loved property! We loved screen porch and gardens!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 8, 2026
Shannon, I just wanted to say thanks from all of us at Waya Rentals. We hope to see you again real soon. Ron
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake get away

A nice and short family get away location.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 27, 2024
Lynn, I just wanted to say it was a pleasure hosting you and your family. We hope to see you again real soon. Ron (Waya Rentals)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great cottage in a beautiful neighborhood near the lake. The backyard is amazing!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 2, 2025
Jamie, Thank You! you and your family are always welcome. Ron(Waya Rentals)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Michiana Getway!

Perfectly clean charming getaway log cabin.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Kathleen, Just wanted to say it was a pleasure hosting you and your family. We hope to see you again real soon. Waya Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Place

Beautiful area, close to the water. I would highly recommend fir a family vacation or short couples get away.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Grace, Just wanted to say thank you ! We hope to see you guys again real soon. Waya Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place on a Great Lake

Nice, cozy place . Walking distance to lake and short distance by car to restaurants and other attractions.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Carl, Thanks for the great review and we hope to see you guys again. You were awesome guests so we really appreciate that. Waya Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Indiana Dunes trip

This property was very nice, great location, all the amenities we needed and a very comfortable welcoming upon our return from the days’ outting.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Debra, Thank you for the great review and for being so easy to work with. We hope to see you guys again real soon. Waya Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Adorable

Adorable cabin with great amenities. A bit of a walk to the beach but close to Stop 50 restaurant.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 20, 2024
Maggie, It was our pleasure hosting you and your family. We are so happy you guys had a such a great stay. We look forward toy our next visit. Ron (Waya Rentals)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pet Friendly

Everything we needed was there .
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
I just wanted to thank you for staying with Waya Rentals, and for the positive review.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cabin Chic

Cool cabin experience was just what we were looking for. Loved the rustic (but not too rustic) decor and feel. Beautiful in the fall! Perfect for our anniversary get-away.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Lori, I just wanted to thank you from all of us at Waya Rentals. We enjoyed having you as our guest and we hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Ron
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful neighborhood, friendly people everywhere. I would love to move right in
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2025
Belinda, THANK YOU !!! You guys were so great to work with. If the owners decide to sell I will let you know :)) Thanks, Ron (Waya Rentals)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Retreat

Location was wonderful. Cottage made you feel welcome the minute you walked in. Close to beach and walking trail. Will be coming back again in the Fall to see the tree colors change.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Jackie, So glad you guys had such a great stay with us. We look forward to seeing you in the near future, as you are always welcome back. Waya Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Getaway

Beautiful Cabin located in a very, very quiet area. It was a place to truly rest from the busyness of life. It was very cozy and comfortable for my wife and me. Thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Raul, I just wanted to say thank you from all of us at Waya Rentals. We really enjoyed having you as a guest, and we hope to see you again real soon. Waya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little cabin!

The place was just as described and in the pictures. It was vintage cabin but with modern conveniences. The screened in porch was perfect for bird watching or working. The beach was a bit of a walk but doable and we preferred being in a more quiet area with the longer walk. We had a wonderfully relaxing trip!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 19, 2024
Jennifer, Thank you! It was our pleasure hosting you guys. We love this place and it's location as well so glad to hear you did too. Thanks, Ron(Waya Rentals)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great comfortable cabin in an ideal location

We loved our stay in Michiana Shores! The cabin is spacious for its size and filled with all of the extras. We loved that we could bring our fur babies. The cabin was filled with all of the extras. The location was perfect - walkable to the. Beach where dogs are allowed after 6 ET - perfect for sunsets. Would highly recommend this VRBO.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Lynn, I just wanted to thank you for a great review. So glad you guys loved your stay. We hope to see you again real soon. Waya Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just perfect

What a wonderful place for R&R. This lovely little cabin is delightful. It’s in excellent condition. Everything is updated for modern conveniences while offering old time charm. The bed is extremely comfortable, linens are high quality. The kitchen is well stocked. There are a few spices on hand, so be sure to bring everything else you need for preparing your recipes. The back porch is lovely offering a wonderful view of a gorgeous little garden. This place is a real treasure, and we look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 30, 2024
Carol, We are so happy to hear you loved the place. The owners take great pride in that home and it shows. I will make sure to share your review with them. Hope to see you again soon. Ron (Waya Rentals)
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Memorial Day Michiana Shores 2024

Beautiful wooded setting, birds feeding in the backyard a few feet from the screened porch, gardens and paths a pleasure. The cottage is vintage in the best way, knotty pine paneling, wood casement windows, and comfortable cottage furnishings. The lamps alone are delightful! Ceiling fans in every room and on the porch. ALL modern conveniences meanwhile - wifi, updated kitchen furnished with every utensil and cookware any cook desires, plus dishwasher, microwave, coffeemaker. Beaches close enough to walk for the young folks. Only drawback is lack of car parking at the beach, but easy to unload. My daughters and granddaughter stayed in a newer cottage nearby and we walked to Stop 50 for a late pizza lunch, and New Buffalo with its restaurants and beach is ten minutes north. Toddler granddaughter loved the sand and the baby waves! Highly recommend for a quiet stay while amazingly close to Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on May 27, 2024
Kathleen, I just wanted to say it was a pleasure working with you. We hope to see you and your family again real soon. Waya Rentals
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing property. Very relaxing. We loved the neighborhood and the walk to the beach. Also, the nearby pizza place, Stop 51, is a hidden gem. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 30, 2026
Jules, So glad you loved the stay and that you got a chance to visit some of the local hot spots. We look forward toy our next visit with Waya Rentals. Thanks, Ron
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect beach vacation!

We absolutely loved the property! Everything was so comfortable and up to date. The screen porch and yard were perfect! Can’t wait to come back next summer!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfection!

I can't say enough great things about this place. Our family of 5 had a fantastic time at this beautiful little cabin in the woods. You won't find a better location. The place is a short walk to the beach, a nice drive to both the Indiana and Warren Dunes, great hikes all around and you can take your pick of fun local breweries and restaurants to visit. The place itself is very clean and comfortable. We had everything we needed. Having the washer and dryer was SO nice, especially after spending a day at the dunes or the beach with our three kids (5, 4 and 2 y.o). The gorgeous screened in porch was a wonderful place for a cup of coffee or glass of wine. And the place is QUIET. Neighbors all around but you really felt alone in the woods. We all loved it and hope to come back!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 18, 2023
Ann, I just wanted to thank you from all of us at Waya Rentals. We loved having you as a guest, and we hope to see you again real soon. Have a great rest of the summer Waya
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Cottage

Peaceful, serene. A fairytale cottage, access to all relevant attractions. Cozy cottage had everything we needed and more. Thank you
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed house in great area

The house was the best we stayed in in this area. Clean, cozy, everything we could ask for.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 21, 2025
Debra, I just wanted to say thank you from all of us at Waya Rentals Vacation Rental Company. You guys were great to work with, and left our home in great shape. We hope to see you again real soon. Thanks, Ron
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