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Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Barbecue grill
- Deck or patio
Explore the area
Portage, IN
- Portage Imagination Glen ParkPlace, Portage Imagination Glen Park3 min drive
- Founders' Square ParkPlace, Founders' Square Park3 min drive
- Indiana Dunes National ParkPlace, Indiana Dunes National Park8 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Double Beds
Living Room 1
1 Double Sofa Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Trailside Retreat - just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore
Our spacious, open-concept apartment is designed to suit families, couples, and small groups alike. With two bedrooms—one with a king-size bed and another with two full beds—plus a queen-size hide-a-bed couch in the living room. Everyone will have a cozy place to sleep with quality linens and comfy beds.
The fully equipped kitchen makes meal prep easy, whether you’re planning a family dinner or a romantic meal for two. The open dining and living area is perfect for game nights, movie marathons. Step outside to your private patio and enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard—ideal for morning coffee or evening conversations.
Nearby Attractions:
• Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore - dozens of beaches just minutes away.
• Bike & Walking Trails - one starts right across the street.
• Nearby Marinas - Charter a boat, rent kayaks & SUP
• Charming downtowns with boutique shopping, outdoor markets, large outlet mall, cozy cafes & fine dining.
• 2 casinos nearby.
• 45 mins to Chicago
The fully equipped kitchen makes meal prep easy, whether you’re planning a family dinner or a romantic meal for two. The open dining and living area is perfect for game nights, movie marathons. Step outside to your private patio and enjoy the beautifully landscaped yard—ideal for morning coffee or evening conversations.
Nearby Attractions:
• Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore - dozens of beaches just minutes away.
• Bike & Walking Trails - one starts right across the street.
• Nearby Marinas - Charter a boat, rent kayaks & SUP
• Charming downtowns with boutique shopping, outdoor markets, large outlet mall, cozy cafes & fine dining.
• 2 casinos nearby.
• 45 mins to Chicago
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About the neighborhood
Portage
Located in Portage, this apartment is near a water park and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brown Field or Athletics-Recreation Center. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
Portage, IN
What's nearby
- Portage Imagination Glen Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 km
- Founders' Square Park - 3 min drive - 3.2 km
- Indiana Dunes National Park - 8 min drive - 10.6 km
- Indiana Dunes State Park - 12 min drive - 19.9 km
- University of Chicago - 45 min drive - 64.6 km
Getting around
- Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 13 min drive
Restaurants
- Becker Household - 6 min drive
- McDonald's - 4 min drive
- Firehouse Subs - 5 min drive
- Dunkin' - 4 min drive
- Buffalo Wild Wings - 5 min drive
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