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Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St

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Marina
Property grounds
Beach
Living area
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Portage, IN
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Ogden Dunes Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

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

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area

About this property

Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St

Neighborhood is highly sought after and sits on the waterfront offering marvelous marina views sunrise to sunset. Right across the street is the dual track South Shoreline which provides quick/affordable transportation to Chicago. Less than 5 minutes away you can begin to explore the Indiana Dunes and venture to the nationally recognized Dunes State Park. Inside, the layout is amazing and provides separate living space for privacy. Upstairs is a full bedroom, private bathroom, gym space with equipment and an office area that’s perfect for the business traveler. Downstairs boasts another bedroom and bath with tub. Living room has a fireplace and balcony with stunning views and seating. Waterfront dining is steps from the front door and a special event calendar changes monthly and often features live music, games, karaoke, sports and comedy shows.
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3648441
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Portage

Located in Portage, this condo is on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and motor boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Portage, IN

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 9 min drive - 14.1 km
  • University of Chicago - 44 min drive - 65.9 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 11 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪Family Express Ameriplex - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St?

As of May 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St on May 31, 2026 start from $302, 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 Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Serenity on the Shores - with easy transport to Chicago/SouthShore across the St located?

Situated on the waterfront, this condo building is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park and 1.7 mi (2.8 km) from Lake Michigan. Ogden Dunes Beach and Portage Lakefront Beach are also within 3 mi (5 km). Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago is 11 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

LeAnna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice place
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was perfect. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

sara s.

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

Small but mighty.

A great place to stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Olga N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The condo is great. Beds are comfortable. Kitchen is set up for cooking, but not really for eating. Only 2 bowls and a few plates. It would have been nice to have a set for 4 people, some silverware and kitchen towels. The host is very responsive and accommodating.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love this place. Extremely clean and smells great. This rental isn’t large but still feels roomy… 2 king sized comfy beds AND large tv’s in the bedrooms as well. Ladies with hair will love the showers here…excellent water pressure and great drainage which is hard to find in vacay rentals. It feels very safe and cozy too. Ashley is a wonderful host and this gem is not one to pass up if you are in the area.
View from marina
Rear view of property
West Beach trail - nearby Indiana Dunes
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jan 8, 2026
Wow thanks Dawn! Absolutely one of my favorite guests! The pictures are amazing, thank you for sharing. You are welcome anytime😊
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Terrell S.

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

Quick weekend getaway

Just what we were looking for
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful condo! It smelled so nice inside and it was beautifully decorated! My dog and I had a lovely time… The only downside was the balcony lock didn’t work.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David G.

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

Nice place

Very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on Sep 5, 2024
Thanks David! Welcome back anytime!
Verified

8/10 Good

Aimee O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Ashley had great communication. Condo was decorated nicely and clean. Plenty of room to have our own space with our family of four. Loved that she had cleaning supplies, vacuum, broom, etc in order to clean up sand. The marina was nice with a restaurant close by. All of the dunes and beaches were close by and easy to get to. We also traveled to Chicago, with the train being close by it was really easy! She also has a nice and large dog crate in a closet that our dog used often, we were glad to be able to take him with us. Thanks so much for the use of your condo!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice condo and responsive host. She always responded in minutes. Very clean. The only reason I didn’t give 5 stars was because the natural oil plug in scent was very overpowering for us. I unplugged them but the scent was still very strong. I know that is a very personal thing and for others it could be a positive. Also, there was food in fridge either from owner or past guest. That was a bit weird. We were only staying there for a family holiday trip so only used condo for sleeping, no cooking, so it didn’t bother us. Otherwise comfortable and met our needs.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean room, lovely host, great location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Najmus S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicole P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cecilia S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 16, 2025
Thank you for the review! I take them very seriously to continue improving and being the absolute best host I can be. Could you please provide some feedback on the cleanliness?

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