Discover paradise at this top rated beach location.
Steps from the shore
Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
Discover nearby landmarks
Near Waverly Beach
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Onsite parking available
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Barbecue grill
Deck or patio
Explore the area
Porter, IN
Indiana Dunes State Park
Place, Indiana Dunes State Park
3 min walk
Waverly Beach
Place, Waverly Beach
10 min walk
Ridge Beach
Place, Ridge Beach
9 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Large Bedroom
2 Single Beds and 2 Queen Beds
Small Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Porter Beach Vacation Getway! Lake Michigan Beachside Home - Newly Remodeled
The Wabash Dunes house offers the perfect place to stay for families, groups of friends, and couples, with spacious bedrooms and all the comforts of home provided. It's newly renovated with hardwood floors, central air and heating, and brand new furniture. The beach is steps away - Reference Map attached shows exact aerial view! Large bedroom has 2 queen beds and a trunk bed that sleep 2 so a total possible of 6 people and the smaller bedroom has 1 queen bed. The total that can be accommodated is 8 and we provide a pack-n-play for any small toddlers or babies. The home includes a well-equipped kitchen with cooking and serving implements, charcoal grill & tools, a couple of beach chairs, wagon to transport items to the beach, linens and bath towels (not beach towels), basic bathroom (TP to start, hand soap) and cleaning items, and new appliances including: dishwasher, microwave, refrigerator, stove, washer, and dryer! There is wireless internet and a smart TV with the popular apps for entertainment such as Netflix, Hulu, and Amazon (not cable/satellite); or you could play some of the games we provided. The house sits on a large lot, about a third of an acre, with plenty of space for parking, fun & play including sports, and relaxing; especially on the wide wooden deck. When you arrive, you will be able to park right by the house on the property, up to 4 cars! Beautiful Lake Michigan is very close to the house with beach access! There is plenty of room to bring kayaks, paddle boards, and fun beach items that you could store on the side of the house during your stay. There are trails, sand dunes, and woods of Indiana Dunes State Park and National Lakeshore Parks next door. Property is located 45 miles from Chicago and accessible by train, South Shore Line. There is a wide variety of dining and entertainment in the surrounding area if you are inclined to explore or on a rainy day. Plan for your stay accordingly, but here is a list of items to consider to bring: extra toilet paper, extra paper towels, personal items/toiletries such as shampoo and conditioner, laundry soap, charcoal for the grill, food, drinks, and whatever other entertainment items you would like for your vacation. Come and stay at Wabash Dunes for a relaxing and fun beach getaway!
Some housekeeping: Please note there is a SIX NIGHT minimum during peak summer months. ALL adults staying at the home must SIGN the rental agreement. 2 of the adults must provide ID's to verify age requirement (if at least 2 adult guests are staying) The occupancy overnight cannot exceed 8 people including children. Guests can have people visit and spend time at the beach house, but not spend the night. Large parties and gatherings of more than 15 people are not permitted. Respect the private property of neighbors! House Rules and Rental Agreement attached and signing confirms acceptance.
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Overnight occupancy still 8, under 15 people
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Pets
No pets allowed
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
If needed, wash beach towels and swim suits in utility sink, do not use washer/dryer for those
Use the paved road to walk to the beach, do not trespass on neighbor's property
Cancellation Fee (Administrative) applies. Explained in Rental Agreement
Important information
You need to know
Property # 1344838vb
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Overnight occupancy still 8, under 15 people
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Chesterton
Located in Porter Beach, a neighbourhood in Chesterton, this holiday home is in a rural area and on the waterfront. 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. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and hiking nearby.
Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
Ridge Beach - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
Getting around
Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 14 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 71 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 8 min drive
Pavilion - 14 min walk
Starbucks - 8 min drive
Dairy Queen - 8 min drive
Taco Bell - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Porter Beach Vacation Getway! Lake Michigan Beachside Home - Newly Remodeled pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Lake Michigan beachside, remodeled home?
As of 18 Jul 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lake Michigan beachside, remodeled home on 12 Oct 2026 start from £1,361, 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 at Porter Beach Vacation Getway! Lake Michigan Beachside Home - Newly Remodeled ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Porter Beach Vacation Getway! Lake Michigan Beachside Home - Newly Remodeled ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Porter Beach Vacation Getway! Lake Michigan Beachside Home - Newly Remodeled ?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Porter Beach Vacation Getway! Lake Michigan Beachside Home - Newly Remodeled located?
Located in Porter Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Waverly Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes State Park and Indiana Dunes National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This property is a gem! If you’re on the fence, book it! Clean, quaint and just a few steps away from the beach! Host is very responsive. We can’t wait to go back!
You can't beat the location, the house was clean and cozy, and the provided wagon and beach supplies were a huge plus for beach time, which again, the beach is RIGHT THERE. Can't recommend this place enough!
This was the perfect place and location for out family summer vacation. It was very clean and had everything we needed to enjoy our time there. It was a 3 min walk to the beach and the best part was that we didn't have to worry about parking. The State and National Parks are a short drive away for hiking. We loved staying here and will definitely return for another beach trip since my kids loved it so much. Thank you!
This was our second stay of the summer at this house. We have a 3rd stay booked as well because we love it so much. It's clean, has a perfect location, and is aptly stocked for a week at the beach. Zika is very responsive, helpful & friendly.
Carrie B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2020
Thank you Carrie!!! Looking forward to your third visit
We stayed here in July with our 7, 5 and 2 year old. The proximity to the beach was amazing! We had everything we needed in the house to enjoy a day at the beach. We loved exploring the dunes that were really easy to get to from the beach. The hosts were great and responsive to questions. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and will be back!
Our family stayed for a week at this property and thoroughly enjoyed it. The house was immaculate when we arrived, which is very much appreciated. The location with beach access was so convenient and allowed us the ability to maximize our time at the lake. We did have local family over to visit and it was easy to host a small group with the open layout and big front deck. We visit the area several times a year and will definitely be back.
Carrie B.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2020
Thank you Carrie!!! We will be glad to have you. And thank you for stripping the beds, that was an extra step that made our crew smile. Thanks again!
We’re regular guests at this property and look forward to our trips every summer. This year was no different and we had an absolutely wonderful time. Heather makes it all so easy. Looking forward to our next visit!
What a lovely place to stay near the Indiana Dunes National/State Park and a 1 minute walk to the beach. Hearing whip- poor- whils and the waves crashing on the shore at night was one of the most relaxing nights ever! House was clean and the owner was lovely to work with. Hope to stay there again next year. Thank you!
Our stay at Porter beach vacation getaway was truly wonderful. The house was really perfect and easily fit our family of 2 adults and 7 children. It was exceptionally clean and well stocked with extra pillows and bedding needs for our family. The location to the beach and ease of access was perfect for our family of young children. The provided wagon and beach essentials made it so easy to have a wonderful day on the beach. The house being so close allowed us to come back mid day for lunch and naps for the little kids. Heather was wonderful and so responsive with any questions. We will be back!
We had a great experience! The location was perfect with just about 3-4 minutes walk to the beach. You can see the beach from the windows and the patio. The water was very comfortable and kids enjoyed swimming and spending time by the water. ( August ) We also loved that within 3-4 miles you have variety of different restaurants and stores. The house was clean and comfortable. We brought everything we needed for our family and the house had everything else. No issue while staying. Very positive experience. We will be recommending this property to our friends.
Absolutely wonderful time!! Property couldn’t be in a more convenient location :) it was a perfect walk to the beach and you had a nice view of the water from the deck as well. Owner had chairs and a wagon for us to use for the beach. Lake Michigan was absolutely phenomenal making this the perfect family vacay especially with the Covid-19 the beach wasn’t extremely packed except on Saturday and that’s a given. We felt very safe and protected!! We couldn’t have asked for a better vacation nor a better owner Zika was very professional, honest and answered any and all questions we had!! Very great time and highly recommended we hope to visit this exact location again in the coming years 😊 thank you again Zika for the wonderful hospitality!!
Angela E.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Jul 2020
Thank you Angela!!! Glad you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the lake as you did. We hope to see you and your loved ones again!
Thanks again
Extremely easy booking. Heather was quick and easy to communicate with and was able to give excellent local recommendations. The property itself was perfect. Ample space for 2 adults and 4 children ages 6-12. Very clean inside and out and came very well supplied with household items and for the beach. Speaking of the beach, you’re practically right on it. Only one property is between you and an uninterrupted view. You’re just steps away on a paved road making trips back and forth very easy, plus there’s a park bath house along the way you can stop and use. The area is quite at night and has a great back drop to unwind. 10/10 recommend and hope to stay again.
Alex D.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022
Verified
8/10 Good
Amy G.
3 Jul 2019
Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
First time to Lake Michigan
We absolutely loved Lake Michigan! Our trip was overall fantastic!The inside of the house was up-to-date, clean and stylish. The walk to the beach was just as advertised. The owners were very kind and prompt in returning any questions before and during our stay. There is a lot of dune grass that is indigenous to the area, however, there were also a lot of weeds and tall grass around the deck. We notified the owners and the grass was cut within hours of our communication. This was much appreciated as the kids love to play outside. There was no cell phone service and the closest town did not have much to offer for entertainment/dining. Overall, this was a great experience for our family!
We stayed in this house for a week with our 8yo, 6yo and 1yo. It was clean, comfortable, well-appointed and accurately represented by the photos! The kids enjoyed the yard space and the deck was very private. The beds were comfortable with plenty of pillows and blankets. We cooked all our meals in and had everything we needed to do that. The beach access was 100 yards from the house, and we could see the lake from the house despite one property between us. The state park was next door and can be accessed via the beach. This time of year it was very quiet, but I can see it being much busier (and louder) during peak times with the public beach parking lot across from the house. The property manager communicated well and is very friendly and helpful! This is a great location to visit Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National and State parks. It’s always a gamble when visiting a property for the first time after scouring vacation rentals online, but this property did not disappoint. I only wish we had booked a longer stay!