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Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park

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A deck with a view of the sea, a wooden fence, and a potted plant.
A room with a desk, chair, bookshelf, and a window with a view of the sea.
A bedroom with a bed, a desk, and a view of the sea.
A compact kitchen with a dining table, a microwave, a refrigerator, and a window with blinds.
A beach view with a clear sky, a sandy beach, and a wooden structure.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Scenic water view
    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Onsite parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Firepit
  • Deck or patio
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Porter, IN
  • Place, East Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Waverly Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Office

About this property

Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park

This immaculate beachfront apartment boasts 1 inviting bedroom with a comfortable full bed and private bathroom. Perfect retreat for unwinding after a day of exploring the Dunes. With amenities like private office space, included Internet and cell phone access, entertainment and streaming services available. Duo dining area and mini kitchen. Also includes AC, fans, heating, and private parking so guests will feel right at home. Come experience the enchanting charm of this cool lakeside retreat. We look forward to welcoming you to our place.
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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4748332
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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadbolt lock
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the neighborhood

Chesterton

Located in Porter Beach, a neighborhood in Chesterton, this apartment is in a rural area and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes State Park and Indiana Dunes National Park. Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery and Lubeznik Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Windsurfing, motor boating, and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking nearby.
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Porter, IN

What's nearby

  • East Beach - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ridge Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Waverly Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 15 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪TravelCenters of America - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Pavilion - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park?

As of Aug 12, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park on Nov 9, 2026 start from $212, 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 Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beachbum's Beachfront 1 brm efficiency apartment- Steps from Lake Mich/Dune Park located?

Nestled on the beach, this Porter Beach apartment building is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Beach, Lake Michigan, and Indiana Dunes State Park. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 19 out of 28 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 28 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 28 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Geoffrey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location on the shore of Lake Michigan. Everything you need for a beach getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Unspecified U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location! Beautiful view of the water from your window.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Corey D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean, amazing view and great value for the price. Would definitely go again.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2026
Thanks for the review. Excellent guests. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jenny S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little place to stay. View of the lake is pretty. Beach is just a few steps and a stairway away.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christina K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I stayed a week and had an absolute blast! The location is amazing and the property is exactly as pictured, comfortable and clean, the best accommodation I have stayed at so far. Beach is a few steps away and is so nice and quiet, just what I was looking for. Most days there were only a few people. I felt like I had my own private beach. Patrick is a nice and friendly host. I would 100% recommend this little piece of paradise and will probably return
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

A D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay. The view was amazing and it was the quiet retreat we were hoping for.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Nov 16, 2025
Thanks for visiting and glad you enjoyed your stay. Though it was unusually seasonal for your visit in November- Try us in the Summer for the full Beach experience. Welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Philip R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect spot to make the most of a single day at the beach and explore the surrounding National and State Park. The VRBO is laid back, cozy, CLEAN and has the perfect view of the beach while still feeling like a quaint and comfy hidden home away from home. Host is everything you could ask for and the neighbors we bumped into were all so nice.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Mar 23, 2026
Thanks for stopping by. Glad you enjoyed it and welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Adriene H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location on the lake with view of the Chicago skyline, perfect place for a quick visit to the Indiana Dunes.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Alesha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy, sweet apartment with a beautiful view of the Lake! Host a as very kind and gave great pointers of things to do around the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 22, 2025
Great couple, excellent and communicative guests. Hope you folks enjoyed your stay and welcome back anytime. Come back anytime and hit me up for a Summer discount.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I fell in love with the views and the proximity to the beach, as well as close driving distance to fun things like the European farmer's market. Patrick communicated well and promptly and we had no issues. Plan on bringing extra water if you'll be there a few days; Patrick was kind enough to leave several bottles of water for us, as the water in the apartment is not potable for drinking. The walk to the beach is right down a couple flights of stairs and is a wonderful spot for beach bums looking to relax and get away for a while. Would definitely love to visit again! The apartment was clean and safe and the only "issue" we had was fitting food and goodies into the mini fridge, so you may have to use some origami skills to fit items in there, but it suited us well for two days. Thanks so much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jul 27, 2026
Thanks Kelsey- yes it is somewhat cozy. Maybe a bigger fridge is on the Amazon list 🤪. Thanks for being excellent guests and welcome back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Patricia F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The apartment was clean and well stocked. The listing was accurate. Set up made the place seem roomier than I expected. Patrick, the host, was very responsive, kind, and friendly. Offered suggestions and assistance. Had good info available on things to do etc in the area. Parking was just outside the apartment and very convenient. We had a great view of the lake and could hear the waves when we opened the windows. We enjoyed our sister trip and would stay here again. Thanks for making this celebration of life and health great.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on May 10, 2026
Thanks ladies. Welcome back anytime- God bless.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Audrey K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick was great! Quick to communicate and accommodate in all the ways he can. This location is practically IN the Indiana Dunes State Park. So beautiful. The amenities are somewhat rustic and beachy and airy at the same time. I had the window open and listened to the wave ls the whole time I was there.
The steps to the beach are less than a stone’s throw from the accommodations. This is the amazing view as you walked over to the stairs.
I was there as a storm was slowly making its way in. This was the view on the beautiful walk I was taking!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Feb 20, 2026
Now try the summer 🌞 Thanks for being a great guest and always welcome back.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Patric was great! He loves his beach. Will get you a fire on the beach and hang out if you want some company. Fantastic family. Wife is very nice. Extremely friendly. Just steps away from beach.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had trouble getting the lock to work on our arrival, but Patrick was able to assist us. The lock worked fine once we understood exactly how to operate it.The view was fantastic and sleeping to the sound of the surf was very relaxing. The space was a bit dusty but clean otherwise.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 8, 2025
Glad you enjoyed your stay- welcome back anytime. Will have a word with cleaning service. :)
Verified review

8/10 Good

Tammy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful view. Only issue is we didnt have a thermostat for central air the homeowner is the only one.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Klara S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy
We were disappointed that it was advertised as non smoking but it was smoky.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on Oct 1, 2025
Yeah, this is a public beach area with a lot of rentals. Sorry abut that will speak to neighbors.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was an amazing trip. This is a hidden gem. The view is killer. Parking and finding the home was easy. Getting in was easy. Communication with Patrick was steller. He took care of our every need. Listening to the waves crashing on the beach as we slept was tranquil. The firepit on the beach was a nice surprise. Having part of the private beach was unexpected and we loved it. The water so clear and warm. Plenty of linens and towels. The outside private seating area was so relaxing after our day at the beach. Check in and check out was so smooth. This was kinda off the grid and it was perfect for our getaway. Patrick had do many small personal touches on the place it felt so comfortable, lake life home. Restaurants and are plentiful once you go into town.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Who would have thought Indiana would have beautiful sunsets off Lake Michigan? This was a great rental. We will return for another weekend getaway. Thanks for the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was beautiful!! And a very close walk to the beach which was gorgeous! Very cute and highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Rick W.

Liked: Location
Perfect small place, in the right place. Out of the way, and super close to the water. Host was very helpful and accommodating. Think hotel room with more comfort, and amenities, and proximity to water. Thx!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on Jun 27, 2026
Great guests. Thanks and come visit again anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Catherine M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Patrick’s place is the most peaceful, lovely space. You can see and literally hear the waves of Lake Michigan from the room. We played scrabble, read books, enjoyed the beach and the quiet serenity of the area. Patrick is incredibly nice and so are his neighbors. I will be rebooking this summer!!
Stayed 1 night in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Tanu K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

amber c.

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark A.

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

10/10 Excellent

Philip P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

About the host

Hosted by Patrick Mangan

Host profile image
East Coast to Midwest to West Coast to SE Asia back to the Midwest like a salmon spawning. Retiring after 40 years in finance industry.

Why they chose this property

This is my mother's home that I've been coming to since a kid. Moved back here when she took ill and haven't left yet. You'll see why.

What makes this property unique

A perfect blend of sand dunes and surf, hiking, exploring the National Park or just chilling on the beach and bonfires at night.

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