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Charming Michigan City Cottage

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The cottage is on the right in the photo. Very cute and cozy!
Front exterior
Property grounds
Property grounds
Back Patio - dining table with tabletop firepit

Reviews

9.6 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% based on
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7700 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Zoo
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪40 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Loft bedroom

2 Double Beds

Main floor primary bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Charming Michigan City Cottage

Enjoy a getaway steps from Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach in this cozy cottage that is great for quiet comfort, family fun, a romantic getaway, or a weekend with close friends. There are many activities nearby including Washington Park Marina/Park/Zoo, Sheridan Beach, Blue Chip Casino, Lighthouse Premium Place Outlets, and downtown Michigan City restaurants, all a short walk or bike ride away. The area also has several wineries and breweries. Additionally, for those wanting to enjoy concerts, sporting events or a day trip exploring Chicago, the South Shore Line now offers a 67-minute train to Chicago from 11th Street in Michigan City, which is approximately two miles from the cottage.

The beach is just a five minute walk from the front door. We provide a beach wagon, two beach chairs, an umbrella, beach towels, a cooler, a few ice packs, and some sand toys for your enjoyment.

The serene back patio is surrounded by trees and is great for relaxing in the evenings. A grill is provided but please clean this after use.

The charming house features 1 queen bed in the primary on the main floor and two double beds in the upstairs loft. There is one full bathroom with a shower. A hair dryer, shampoo, conditioner and lotion are provided for your convenience. The home has a television with a Roku for you to log in to watch your streaming services. We also have WiFi and a small selection of books to borrow for your next good read.

Fall in love with Michigan City and enjoy the magic this peaceful cottage has to offer.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
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

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

About the neighborhood

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and mountain biking nearby.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Stop 2 Beach - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Bartlett’s Fish Camp - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Michigan City Cottage pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at Charming Michigan City Cottage ?

As of Mar 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Charming Michigan City Cottage on Apr 23, 2026 start from $225, 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 Charming Michigan City Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Michigan City Cottage ?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Charming Michigan City Cottage located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Washington Park and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Michigan City Station is 23 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. 67 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 81 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nicole B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was clean, comfortable, and close to the beach. Everything we needed was provided: from kitchen and cooking supplies to beach chairs and coolers. We enjoyed our stay greatly.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gabriela S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cute cottage which was perfect for our quick gamily getaway from the city! Close to beach, pet friendly, and home has everything you’d need. Host Jamie was super responsive and friendly!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kate R.

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

Perfect little bungalow

This adorable little bungalow is so close to the beach, it felt like we were in Hawaii without the prices. Wonderful location and adorable cottage everything we needed for the beach and we even enjoyed some local restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Wonderful Stay!

We had a wonderful stay. The home was clean and comfy! Perfect location for walking to the beach. Communication with the manager was great, answered every question, helped with anything we needed! Highly recommend, will definitely book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Mary Jo M.

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

Great stay

We so enjoyed staying here and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

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

Perfect small family beach getaway!

Very nice place, close to the beach. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tyler S.

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

Great Stay

Great property with a short walk to beach and easy driving to dining and shopping
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Norine H.

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

Wine getaway

Lovely little cottage, perfect for our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian M.

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

Weekend getaway

Excellent little house for a weekend getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Cozy Beach cottage

Short walk to the nice beach in a nice neighborhood with an update clean house with plenty of room way better than any hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, felt like home! The property had plenty of items avaliable for use, more than any other place i've stayed. We explored the beach, the pier, & the zoo. My kids absolutely lovrd it also! Theres a nice back patio, we had a BBQ and enjoyed the table firepit. This will definitely be our beach stay away from home from now on!! Easy walk to the beach was my favorite! Thank you so much!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Gennadii S.

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

Family vacation in Michigan city

Our family had a wonderful fun time all week in this small cozy house located near the beach we liked everything thank you for the hospitality
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

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

Friends and Family 4th

We really enjoyed the cottage. The location is perfect for beach, restaurants and activities. It is clean and well stocked with everything you need for a beach day. The bathroom was updated with very nice fixtures. It is located in the main floor bedroom. The patio is large and has a table for 6 with additional chairs. The A/C was very comfortable and worked great.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Abigail B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This beach house was a perfect fit for me, my 3 teen/adult children, and my dog. Check-in was as simple as making a phone call to the owner to let her know we had arrived a bit early, but she was very accommodating. We loved that the beach and zoo were all within walking distance from the house, and we even ventured further and walked to the lighthouse museum. Kitchen had plenty of coffee so I could spend my mornings relaxing in this comfy cottage. It was a very hot weekend, but air conditioning worked great! It was a wonderful weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jim S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend visit

Great location! Convenient check in/out!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ashley J.

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

Perfect location to beach

The house was within walking distance to the beach which was perfect. Very close to shops, restaurants, and zoo.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben G.

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

Get Away

Was a great stay and everything was as advertised! Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicole W.

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

Cozy cottage

The property was clean and comfortable. We enjoyed our stay. Location was close to the beach ⛱ and shopping.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben L.

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

Great cottage, great location

This place was perfect for the two of us and our golden retriever. It was clean, well-kept, and in a great location: minutes away from the beach by walking
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Evelyn M.

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

Great location and steps from the beach!

Such a cute place within a short distance to the beach. Well appointed with amenities- more than most places I’ve stayed at before! A great dog friendly place with water and food bowls!! We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jane F.

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

Perfect getaway

Quick walk to the beach. Lovely neighborhood. Great hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brittany S.

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

Cute cottage

Cute cottage, clean property, close to beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura O.

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

Lovely lake cottage

This is our third summer staying at this cottage and it is always clean and well maintained. The location is great being just a few blocks from the lake, close to the zoo and close to restaurants. The neighborhood is quiet and very family friendly. This is a great spot for a family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Family vacation

We had a great time! The house was beautiful and clean. Perfect get-away.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy J.

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

Cozy Cottage

This place was a great spot for a weekend getaway with friends. We especially appreciated the well-stocked kitchen. The owner was quick to respond, and we would stay again on another trip to Michigan City.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

About the host

Hosted by Jaime Klopfenstein

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I am a lifetime resident of Indiana and have always loved the beach. The sand, waves, and sunshine make my heart happy. I enjoy traveling, exploring new areas, listening to live music, reading, playing games, and attending Broadway shows. I get excited to try different foods and cocktails at local restaurants in new places, and I am a lover of all animals. Through traveling, I have learned that the accommodations in which you stay while visiting a destination can make or break an experience. My goal is to make your time in the cottage an amazing and memorable getaway. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to make your time here better. I am so excited to share this little slice of heaven with you.

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