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Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park

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Chesterton Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2BA | 3,400 Sq Ft | Steps Required to Access
Patio | Outdoor Dining Area | Grill
Kitchen | Coffee Maker | Blender | Crockpot | Spices
Living Room | Free WiFi | Central A/C
Dining Area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 123400 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

4 Twin Beds

2 bathrooms

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen

About this property

Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park

Leave your worries behind and head to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom vacation rental home in Chesterton for a rejuvenating retreat. This warm and welcoming abode offers a beautiful backyard space with a patio, garden, and fire pit, a fully equipped kitchen, a game room for family fun, and a convenient location within a quick drive of Indiana Dunes, Lake Michigan, and more! Venture out to visit Washington Park Beach, walk over to the Running Vines Winery, or soak up the sun at Porter Beach.

-- THE PROPERTY --

3,400 Sq Ft | Large Backyard | Washer/Dryer | Outdoor Dining Area

Bedroom 1: King Bed, Queen Sleeper Sofa | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Queen Bed | Bedroom 4: Twin Bunk Bed, Twin Bed w/ Twin Trundle | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play

INDOOR LIVING: Smart TV, board games, books, game room w/ foosball & ping pong tables, piano, dining table
KITCHEN: Blender, coffee maker, cooking utensils, Instant Pot, dishware & flatware, dishwasher, microwave, spices, toaster oven, water filter, waffle maker, kid-friendly serving dishes/utensils
OUTDOOR LIVING: Patio w/ dining area, large yard area, gas grill (propane provided), hammock, fire pit, tree swing, yard games, bocce ball, badminton, berry patch, garden
GENERAL: Free WiFi, keyless entry, central air conditioning & heating, complimentary toiletries, hair dryer, hangers, in-unit laundry machines, linens/towels, trash bags/paper towels
FAQ: Steps required to access, 3 exterior security cameras (facing out), fireplaces not for guest use
PARKING: Driveway (4 vehicles), no garage parking

-- THE LOCATION --

OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve (1.6 miles), Sand Creek Country Club (1.9 miles), Indiana Dunes National Park (3.4 miles), Indiana Dunes State Park (4.3 miles), Sunset Hill Farm County Park (5.0 miles)
LAKE MICHIGAN: Porter Beach (4.9 miles), Kemil Beach (7.5 miles), Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina (10.5 miles), Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk (11.3 miles), Central Beach (12.4 miles), Marquette Park Beach (13.5 miles), Washington Park Beach (13.7 miles), Lake Street Beach (16.6 miles)
WITHIN WALKING DISTANCE (~0.7 miles): Thomas Centennial Park, Northside Diner & Food Truck, Running Vines Winery, Octave Grill, Dog Days Ice Cream Parlor, The Flower Cart, Coffee Creek Park
FAMILY FRIENDLY: 49'er Drive-In (5.2 miles), Zao Island (11.3 miles), Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest (16.2 miles), Deep River Waterpark (19.0 miles), Southlake Mall (22.8 miles)
CHICAGO (48.0 miles): Lincoln Park Zoo, Garfield Park Conservatory, Skydeck Chicago, Riverwalk, Millennium Park, Field Museum, 360 Chicago, Grant Park, Shedd Aquarium, Maggie Daley Park
AIRPORTS: South Bend International Airport (48.7 miles), O’Hare International Airport (73.3 miles)

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-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in
- NOTE: The property requires stairs to access. There are two flights of stairs inside the house with safety pocket sliding doors at the top of the stairs
- NOTE: The wood-burning fireplace in the basement and the gas fireplace in the living room are not available for guest use
- NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras: 2 cameras located at the back of the home facing the yard and rear entrance, and 1 camera is located at the front of the home facing the front door area. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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 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 first aid kit
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 Chesterton, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Traveling with kids? Consider Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery and Center for the Arts. Take an opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as motor boating.
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Chesterton, IN

What's nearby

  • Chesterton Art Center - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lustron House - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Coffee Creek Watershed Conservancy Preserve - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 6 min drive - 7.3 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Chesterton - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park?

As of Mar 30, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park on Apr 2, 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 Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cozy Abode ~ 3 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park located?

This family-friendly Chesterton vacation home is located near the beach, within a 15-minute walk of Lustron House and Chesterton Art Center. Indiana Dunes National Park is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Toni L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Property. Very helpful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve H.

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

Great Property

Beautiful property and great location for fun activites in the area! Super easy check in process and great communication!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kile B.

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

Beautiful place in Chesterton

This place was so roomy, clean, and comfortable. Plenty of room to relax and enjoy family company.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tami P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This is a great house for families. The game area down stairs was perfect (a toilet would be even better). Check in info was sent early to help with planning. Good location but we chose it as it was close to our son. Will plan to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very unique, spacious, comfortable, clean and kid friendly. Check in was seamless, the kitchen had all needed appliances and tools/gadgets. It made for a wonderful space to enjoy family time and our vacation to Lake Michigan!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

emery s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was ideal for our cousin reunion. The entire house was pristine in cleanliness, available amenities and interactions with the host. I would enjoy staying at Sugar Shores again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The perfect property! It was beautiful and so well kept. Great location. The host was so great to work with and we'll definitely book again for our annual beach trip. Everyone had their own space and privacy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Vickie

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

Large, relaxing home

Large house that accommodated our group of 9 easily. Large beautiful backyard with plenty of space to roam. Quick responses from owner who was very helpful. Close to the national and state park.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great weekend at this property. The house is really clean and well maintained. I especially loved the original deco tile in the 1st floor bath. The bedrooms are roomy and the beds are really comfortable. 2 full baths was helpful for our family of 4. We enjoyed the game room together. There's plenty of room for everyone to spread out and hang out. Chesterton is a very cute town with shops and restaurants. We ate out several times and everything was great. There was even a craft fair in the central square the weekend we were there. The house is also close to Indiana Dunes National and State Parks. Beachfront and hiking trails within minutes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey D.

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

Great house

Very cool older house… lots of room… close to the beach and downtown! Great host, very accommodating! Will hopefully get to stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lindsy

Exceptional home

We were very impressed with this home! It was very clean, inviting, and accommodated our large group. The host was very communicative and friendly. We will definitely use this home in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen N.

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

Weekend at the Dunes

This property is great! Beautiful inside and out. The only thing the group recommended was including that the shower is on the second floor:)
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

Loved it!

Home is a fantastic mix of old world and new! We loved all the space! Perfect for 10 of us! And was pleasantly surprised at the pack and play that we found!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy p.

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

Best stayed in

N/A
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah P.

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

Great place to stay!

The house and yard very spacious. They had everything you need for cooking. The ping pong table is always a must when we rent. They had a lot of games for indoors and out. Close to the beaches. One beach had handicap access which was helpful. The management team was easy to get ahold of and very quick to respond.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nathan A.

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

Family Vacation

Great location! Close to parks. Lots of games and activities for evenings and rainy days. Many more amenities than we expected. Bunk room is the only bedroom in the basement and there is only one bathroom shower (located in 2nd floor bath). Overall a good setup for a large group.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Monica W.

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

Cozy abode

The check in process and communication with the host was effortless. The house was very clean and tidy and well equipped however no bathroom for the basement bedroom. No shower on main floor.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mona Jean H.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
The host communicated well with the booking process, questions prior to our stay, and was responsive to communication regarding concerns during our stay. The space overall was clean and as described. It was very upsetting to find a dead mouse and dead bugs (appeared to be cockroaches) on a sticky trap in the middle of the basement family room. We later noticed a sticky trap filled with bugs (again appeared to be roaches). I contacted the host and she was very kind, apologetic and horrified at what we had found. She asked how they could make it right and we thought it would be fair to have the cleaning fee refunded and one night’s stay. The cleaning fee was refunded but we were disappointed to not have one night’s stay refunded. Due to the bug situation we did not fully utilize the basement for sleeping and recreation because many family members were uncomfortable in that space due to the dead mouse and especially the roaches. We would have felt more comfortable with a response from the host that indicated that the problem with the bugs/roaches was going to be remediated, so that others would not encounter this same situation.
Dead mouse and dead roaches on sticky trap in middle of basement family room
Dead roaches on sticky trap under bookshelf in basement family room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan Y.

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

Quirky and comfortable

This charming older house is not far from the Indiana Dunes parks and just a couple of blocks from an excellent Italian restaurant (Lucrezia) and its shop. If you wish to cook, the kitchen is well equipped. The beds are comfortable. For us, the best part of the house was the back yard, delightfully shaded by a couple of beautiful old trees and equipped with a substantial table and chairs where we ate both breakfast and dinner and hung out until dark. Because of the house's age, the stairs to the upstairs bedroom and the basement are steep so people who are unsteady on their feet might want to stay on the main floor.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Regin

Ok stay

This place is really not kid friendly. Lots of steep steps, back yard was in the process of getting an updo, so the kids did not play much out there. Rocks were the pathway, so not as easy to walk on. Would have expected a hairdryer somewhere in the house. It was ok, but really was not a great place for our family. Was expecting more for the price. Only 1 tv for the whole house? We left a day early
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie

LOTS OF SPACE FOR THE PRICE

Our group had a cornhole tournament up in the area. Unfortunately I grew ill just days before departure and I was unable to attend, but my husband did. He was in charge of making sure the rules were followed and the cleanup was done. He said that there were no complaints from anyone about the house, definitely big enough for them. He did state he wished there was more then one shower, but that there was a tub. With 12 people it was hard for everyone to get in a shower. He mentioned it is an older home but the layout was neat. We were concerned with the parking, tried to carpool as many as we could to avoid too many cars, plus we had a trailer for the tournament as it was a tournament we ran. He said everything worked out perfectly and everyone was happy with their stay. He did say all we really did was sleep there, so the house barely looked like it was used. Thank you so much for an easy stay, and we will keep it in mind for the next one.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Kim G.

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

Family beach vacation

The house was clean, well stocked and very organized. The location was great for going to the beach at Indiana Dunes State park. A nice touch was the soaps, shampoo, conditioner and lavender bath salts in each bathroom. We really enjoyed the ping pong table and games and the back yard area was very relaxing.. We enjoyed our stay and it was a great place for our short family beach vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

kk c.

Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

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