Modern Midtown Apartment 1M; Downtown Fun!

Located just steps from downtown Valparaiso, this historic apartment has been fully restored and updated! ✨ Restaurants, local shops, and breweries/wineries are just minutes away. Whether you want to cook a meal in the kitchen, roast a s'more above the shared fire pit, or venture downtown, there’s no shortage of things to do. Perfect for up to 4 guests looking to relax or explore Northwest Indiana!


🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 4)
--1 Bedroom + 1 Living Area with Sofa Bed
--Bedroom: 1 King Bed (sleeps 2) + ceiling fan
--Living Room: 1 Queen Sleeper Sofa (sleeps 2) + ceiling fan

✅ Total: Up to 4 guests


🚿 Bathroom & Essentials
--1 full bathroom with tub & small vanity
--Towels, rags, shampoo, conditioner, body wash, and soap provided
--Hair dryer available
--Turkish Beach Towels (1 per guest) & Beach Toys Provided


🍳 Kitchen & Dining
Fully stocked kitchen includes:
✅ Refrigerator & Freezer
✅ Stove, Oven & Microwave
✅ Basic Cookware, Utensils, Plates & Cups
✅ Toaster, Blender & Drip Coffee Maker (Coffee, creamer & sweetener included. If you prefer specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!)
✅ Basic Pantry Essentials (cooking oil, salt & pepper. If you prefer specific types of cooking oil/specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!)

Dining table with 4 chairs in living area
⚠️ Note: There is no dishwasher in this home. We do ask that guests wash and return their dishes.


💻 Work & Connectivity
--Small desk in the bedroom
--High-speed WiFi provided


📺 Entertainment & Comfort
--Large Smart TV in living area (log in to your own streaming accounts)
--Central HVAC system (shared with other units) with sensors for comfort
--Ceiling fans + extra blankets provided


🌿 Shared Outdoor Space
--Covered Porch with rocking chairs
--Backyard Firepit with 8 chairs 🔥
--3 Picnic Tables with String Lights
--Cornhole/Bags Set for fun 🎉

⚠️ Guests provide their own firewood. Outdoor space is shared with other apartments—please follow quiet hours.


🧺 Laundry & Parking
--Shared Washer/Dryer available in basement (4 PM–10 AM use window; reserved for cleaners during midday)
--Free Street Parking is only available on the WEST side of street (opposite the home)


⚠️ Safety, Accessibility Notes, & House Rules
--Homes are NOT baby-proofed (no outlet covers, no cabinet locks, furniture is not secured to walls, no cribs provided, etc). Guests are responsible for their safety.
--No pets, parties, or events – we value the relationship with our neighbors, and strive to keep the home in top condition.
--Max occupancy: 4 guests
--🚭 No smoking inside or within 50 feet (violations = $300 cleaning fee)
--2 steps to enter; historic home means you may see occasional bugs/spiders despite monthly treatments


⏰ Check-In / Check-Out
--Check-In: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
--Check-Out: 10:00 AM
--Note: We always try to provide early check-in and late check-out opportunities when possible. (It is simply dependent on whether or not it’s a same day check-in/out, the condition in which the previous guest left the home, and our cleaners’ schedules.) Please notify us if you would like early/late check-in/out, and we will do our best to make it work! 🕚
--Guests will receive key code & detailed check-in instructions via message on the morning of arrival.
--Michigan City operates on Central Standard Time (CST).


🛡️ Booking Requirements
We’re excited to welcome guests from all backgrounds and want to make sure every stay is enjoyable, safe, and comfortable for both you and our neighbors. To help us maintain a great experience, we ask that:
--The primary renter is 25+ with a verified government ID.
--A $500 damage deposit is required. This is returned after checkout once our team confirms the home is in good condition.


📋 Rental Agreement
After booking, first-time guests are required to sign a standard rental agreement that reflects the house rules and booking details shown on this listing. Information provided is used solely to coordinate maintenance or schedule adjustments during your stay. This information is kept strictly within our team and is never shared externally.


💸 Discounts & Policies
--Moderate cancellation policy (flexible if dates are rebooked)
--Returning guests and longer stays may qualify for discounts (message us before booking!).


🌟 Why Guests Love Modern Midtown Apartment 1M
✔️ Historic charm with modern updates
✔️ Steps from downtown Valparaiso dining & shopping
✔️ Private apartment + shared outdoor amenities
✔️ Cozy setup for up to 4 guests


Why book with us?
--We have a great customer service team who is available every day from 7AM CST - 10PM CST.
--Streamlined communication and messaging allows for clear communication (without the use of artificial intelligence). A real human is standing by to assist you!
--We aim to provide the best experience possible by offering recommendations to restaurants and businesses that we frequent ourselves. (We aren’t overseas investors; we live in the area!)
--We are a veteran-run, local family business, not a big corporation. Booking with us helps support the American dream!