Cozy home for a family to enjoy - only 7 miles away from Indiana Dunes park.

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A bedroom with a bed, nightstands, a ceiling fan, a rug, a sofa, and a bathroom visible through an open door.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel refrigerator, a built-in oven, and a countertop with a water bottle.
A living room with a glass-top table, sofas, a TV, and a wooden cabinet.
A wooden deck with a grill and umbrella, a staircase leading to a house, and a garden area.
A living room with a sofa, a dining table with chairs, a TV, and a lamp.

Reviews

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

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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Valparaiso, IN
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Portage Imagination Glen Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Twin Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen

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About the neighborhood

Chesterton

Chesterton is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park. Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery and Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts are also worth visiting.
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Valparaiso, IN

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 5 min drive - 5.7 km
  • Portage Imagination Glen Park - 5 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Chellberg Farm - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 9.5 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 8 min drive - 10.2 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 10 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪TravelCenters of America - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Round the Clock Restaurant - Chesterton - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Leroy's "Hot Stuff - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wagner's Ribs - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy home for a family to enjoy - only 7 miles away from Indiana Dunes park. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cozy home for a family to enjoy - only 7 miles away from Indiana Dunes park.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy home for a family to enjoy - only 7 miles away from Indiana Dunes park.?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cozy home for a family to enjoy - only 7 miles away from Indiana Dunes park. located?

Situated in Chesterton, this vacation home is 2.7 mi (4.4 km) from Portage Imagination Glen Park and 2.8 mi (4.6 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park. Chellberg Farm and Chesterton Art Center are also within 6 mi (10 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. 22 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 24 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 24 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for family visiting the dunes! All the amenities needed for a comfortable stay and easy to get to!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Property location was ideal for home base for visiting Indiana Dunes National & State Parks. Interior was very clean and kitchen well stocked. Outdoor deck included citronella candles and tiki torches to help keep mosquitoes away. Anna (Host) responded quickly to the couple of questions we had. Would definitely stay here again when visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was very nice and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice stay near the Sand Dunes

The house was nice. It was well stocked with kitchen appliances and convenient to all the attractions in the national and state parks.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Happy with our stay

The house exceeded our expectations! So clean and cozy, has everything for an extended stay. The location is perfect, close to national park, restaurants and shops. Highly recommend this place!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Work trip - Comfy home stay

Great overall!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quiet conveient stay

Very close to many of the dunes area attractions, gas , close shopping for incidentals near by. Large fenced yard for dog , easy set up for travelers
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing little place to stay

Staying at this location was just perfect. Nice home, very clean, great location, fun little extras, and the communication with the owner was amazing. Thanks so much for an amazing experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2025
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Layout and well stocked

Very clean and well stocked...
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was nicely nestled into a peaceful area. Close enough to all the attractions! Manager was wonderful to communicate with, property was clean and accommodating. We had a great time and would do it again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re welcome back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Quick visit

Went with friends and my dog to visit IDNP. Very convenient location, close to a lot of the hikes and sights we wanted to see. Place was perfect for our small group and the yard was spacious for my dog to run around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Good Location

Easy in and out. Very attentive owner, responds quickly to requests.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and friendly

Came for a short weekend to visit the National Park. The house was very comfortable and clean. Easily sleeps 4. Great location to the park. The host is very nice and easy to work with. It was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great little spot with plenty of space

Great little spot for our family of 4. Everyone had their own room and 2 bathrooms to share. Just about 15 minutes from the beach and lots of other fun things to do. House was very clean and ample kitchen accessories and supplies if you want to cook something. Definitely would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 12, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind words! I’m so glad your family enjoyed the space, location, and amenities. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’d be happy to welcome you back anytime!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall the property was great. There was a mosquito problem. Everything was very clean . It had everything we needed. A map to the 7 Mile Beach would have been nice cuz we never could figure out where the beach was that close. There's a private beach over there but we wasn't allowed to get on it. We drove 25 minutes to the Blue Chip casino across the street you can get to the beach over that way. The host was fantastic very attentive and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 18, 2026
Thank you so much for your 5-star review! We’re so glad you enjoyed your stay. It was a pleasure hosting you, and we hope to welcome you back again in the future!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice Home near National Park

My family enjoyed our stay here. It was close to the national park. Our kids loved the backyard to play in during the day and have a fire in the fire pit with smores at night. Anna had the house stocked with everything we may have needed during our stay. I appreciated the coffee!! Anna was excellent communicating with us throughout our trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 5, 2025
Thank you so much for the wonderful 5-star review! I’m truly grateful for your kind words. It was such a pleasure hosting your family, and the sweet thank-you note from your kids absolutely made my day — please tell them it meant a lot to me! You’re always welcome back anytime. Wishing you and your family all the best until then! Anna
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Pleasant stay

We booked a quick stay last minute. The host was very accommodating and kind. They responded to all messages quickly! The property was as described. We loved the cozy set up and all the extras provided by the host. We would love to stay here again when we are in town!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

All you need

Very nice house. Very clean. Has everything you need. Loved the surrounding area as well. We had an awesome weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Experience.

Good communication. Friendly. Clean. Had eveeything you needed for a great stay.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 29, 2024
I would highly recommend Lindsey to any host and would gladly welcome them back anytime. Thank you for being such a fantastic guest and for making the hosting experience a memorable one.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Cozy, Family Home.

Everything was clean and cozy. Games were provided for the kids. Cute, quaint area and very close to everything you need! Property manager was super sweet and very communicative. Highly recommend!
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely place in a quiet neighborhood

Overall the place was lovely. We had everything we needed, the beds were comfortable. The entire place was just comfy and felt inviting. Didn't have an issue at all. There was more than enough kitchen tools available and the space was huge for our little family. thank you so much, we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family Vacation Furbaby Included

Great property, nicely finished. Close to the beach, walking trails right down from home and a great park within walking distance for the kids. Dogs are welcome so can tske entire family. All you need to cook at home. Great firepit for making smores with forks and firewood on hand to use. I would recommend this property for anyone wanting a nice home away from home experience. Greatly enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay here, the house was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Its proximity to the Dunes made it easy to go back and forth and was close to restaurants and grocery stores. Anna was very fast in responding to any questions we had.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable and clean. Everything needed was provided. Host responds to all questions very timely. Location is convenient to the Lake, community, and dunes in a quiet country setting. Also, a paved biking, walking trail located nearby.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Aug 1, 2026
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! It was a pleasure hosting you, and you’re welcome back anytime!
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