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The 8th Street ART House. Relax and be inspired!

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A cozy living room with a green sofa, wicker chairs, a coffee table, and a floral rug.
A living room with a green sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a colorful rug. There is a ceiling fan, a wooden cabinet, and a window with a floral curtain.
A room with a green sofa, a table with a lamp, a globe, and vintage posters on the wall.
A living room with two wicker chairs, a ceiling fan, a guitar, and a wooden coffee table with books.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a wooden island with yellow stools, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a microwave.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Steps from the shore
    Top-rated for its nearby beach, ideal for sunbathing and swimming.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dogs and cats allowed
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Barker Mansion
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Guest Bedroom

1 King Bed

Library Nook

1 Child Bed

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Main Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Powder Bath

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The 8th Street ART House. Relax and be inspired!

The 8th St Arthouse is a wonderful place to relax, recharge and reconnect. Come enjoy the colorful and unique interiors! The entire space is meant to inspire and spark creativity. There is even a cart with art supplies for guest explore their inner artiste!. The Arthouse is located in the Uptown Arts District there are plenty of restaurants, breweries and shops to peruse. We are just under a mile from Lake Michigan and Washington Park, if you're looking to enjoy the beach and some sunshine.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
Small gatherings are allowed with approval.
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)
Pets allowed with approval.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2404164vb
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, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 25
Note from host: Small gatherings are allowed with approval.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this holiday home is in the city centre and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Ready for a night out? Consider Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center and Silver Creek Event Center. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and cycling nearby.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Barker Mansion - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min walk
  • Michigan City Station - 14 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 46 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Lakeside Kitchen - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Game - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The 8th Street ART House. Relax and be inspired! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at The 8th Street ART House. Relax and be inspired!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The 8th Street ART House. Relax and be inspired!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The 8th Street ART House. Relax and be inspired!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The 8th Street ART House. Relax and be inspired! located?

Located in the heart of Michigan City, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Barker Mansion, Blue Chip Casino and Washington Park Beach. Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park are also within 2 miles (3 km). Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop is 8 minutes by foot and Michigan City Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 34 out of 34 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Chris S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Art House is everything you want from a home away from home. It’s in a great location, it has so many cool things to look at and find, it’s clean and well maintained, and we just loved it. If you’re an artistic soul, you’ll find art supplies, and for the guitar player, there’s a couple guitars on the wall (a ukulele too). We could hear neighbors upstairs, but they weren’t loud at all. We had all the things we needed, and I’m pretty sure it’s the only place we want to stay now when we visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janell U.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fantastic house. We stayed for Christmas to visit family and the kitchen was so well stocked, and the place was so comfortable that we felt right at home.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christy L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Love the atmosphere of the home, perfect for our stay with our Yorkie. We had everything we needed and then some. Close to great restaurants, shopping and Lake Michigan.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madison G.

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

Cozy Stay

Adorable property and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lyrika B.

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

Good stay

Very cool house! Had everything we could need! Would stay here again
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Vincent C.

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

Great Stay!!!

The Art House was very nice. The location was nice and located in a historic area of Michigan City.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen G.

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

Awesome

The Art House is beautifully decorated with art and vibrant colors. It was central to every where we wanted to go. Would definitely stay there again!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth L.

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

Family reunion

We had a wonderful and comfortable stay. We loved all of the art supplies and the unique decor. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Glenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a fun, eclectic, artsy vintage home! Beautiful fenced in back yard and screened in porch. Very clean and the best stocked VRBO we've ever rented. All necessities are there and more: a little coffee bar, games, books, paper towels, toilet paper, spices, cleaning products, bathroom products - you name it! Wonderful central location - close to everything we wanted to visit in and near Michigan City. Thanks, Lisa, for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela O.

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

Really fun place!

My friend and I had a fabulous time at this rental! It was exceptionally clean and very roomy. I highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenda S.

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

Enjoyable and peaceful time

We so enjoyed our stay at the art house. The home was comfortable and well equipped. The location was near many of the things we wanted to do and there were plenty of spaces for us to spread out. We would definitely rent again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Jul, 2022
Hi Brenda! Thank you so much for the stellar review! We are truly happy that you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for being a wonderful guest ARThouse! We would love to have you as a guest again in the future. We hope you have a beautiful summer! Lisa
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michelle R.

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

Lovely home

It was a beautiful home and not far from the beach. The owner provided very well for me as well as for my dog.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Wonderful eclectic, great location home

The house was very eclectic and we loved it. The location was great! We walked to a wonderful polish restaurant, the Polish Peasant. We rode our bikes to Lake Michigan. Very close to the Indiana Dunes National Park. We would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

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

Beautiful accommodations and great location!

We had a wonderful time at the ArtHouse! What a beautiful home with new things to see everywhere you look! We brought in the New Year with family and had a fantastic time. Just 2 blocks from the shops in Franklin Street and Leeds Public House that was delicious! Thank you for letting us stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Billy J.

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

Artsy and cute

We had a great time staying at this home! It’s artsy, clean, super cute but also spacious enough for family. Great location - easy access to downtown shops and the outlet mall. The host provided everything we needed and more - utensils/condiments/cooking supplies/toiletries… Hassle free check in/out Overall a fantastic experience!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debbie K.

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

Great house

We loved the house. Every thing you need for a wonderful vacation. Close to everything. The weather was wonderful. Loved the porch and yard for our dog. The beaches are beautiful. Thank you so much for a wonderful visit. We will be back. Debbie
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ellen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had such a good time looking around at all the art and knick knacks throughout the house. My daughter especially loved finding all the little hidden treasures. Beds were comfy, house had pretty much everything we could have needed and we felt right at home. Loved the screenwd porch for quiet nights listening to the sounds of the city and the summertime bugs. The farmer's market, along with a frw cute restaurants and shops were just a couple blocks away, so we walked down to a few places. Beach, outlet mall and plenty more restaurants were a very short 5-10 min drive away. Best of all, the house seemed very clean and cozy. Wpuld recommend for a stay in Michigan City!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

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

Fantastic little gem

The ArtHouse is a wonderful little gem. Everywhere, there are little details to discover. The kitchen was well stocked with coffee and tea; the bathrooms had thoughtful supplies like shampoo and body wash. The neighborhood is quaint and great for dog walks. It’s also so close to anything you might need. The owners are super communicative and helpful. Can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colleen L.

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

Great house

My husband, daughter , and I stayed here as our home base to visit Indiana Dunes and Chicago. The house was clean and the art / house decor was so bright and cheerful. When we weren’t out exploring the neighborhood, national park, or Chicago this home was so comfortable to relax in , play family games, and cook together. The owner was easy to communicate with and the check in process easy peazy . The 4 beautiful beaches and Dunes we had a chance to visit were all located within 5-25 minutes away. The train station to Chicago is a few blocks away and so convenient. The Breweries nearby were nice as well. If you are visiting the Dunes or need to stay in town for another reason , I highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela L.

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

Fantastic place to stay!

My daughters and I enjoyed the most wonderful stay at the ArtHouse! The accommodations were impeccable. Each room was decorated beautifully with a variety of style in artwork. The kitchen was amply supplied with everything we needed and more. The beds were very comfortable, too. We especially enjoyed the screened-in front porch in the evenings. You can tell that the owners care about their property and do everything to ensure a comfortable and delightful stay! We hope to return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marsha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay at the art house!

We were late checking in because the house was not ready, but the owner was very generous and bought our dinner! Overall the house is delightful and looks like a museum, there are so many wonderful things to look at and features of this beautiful home! The grandchildren got up and painted every morning because there were art supplies in the home! It was very close to the beach and there are several good restaurants nearby. The house was great and I highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne D.

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

2nd Stay at the ART House

My spouse, mother, 2 dogs & I had the pleasure of staying here for a second time. This trip was on the occasion of my mom's 75th birthday. I can't imagine better accommodations for the trip. All the amenities were there. As an added bonus, the magnolia trees were in full bloom in the lovely side yard. Our dogs love it here and the neighborhood is a nice & quiet place for walking them. Love to shop & dine at the local businesses on Franklin St. Also, the great food at the Polish Peasant. All a very short walk away.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JaneAnne T.

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

House had everything including a great location

This was a charming house with artistic details at every turn. The kitchen was equipped with everything that one could need. We had our dogs and there was even a basket of toys that one of our dogs, Sammie, greatly appreciated. The bed was cozy. Even the landscape was well-appointed. The house was within walking distance of antique shopping, coffee and ice cream, and a wonderful Italian restaurant Cafe Farina's. I certainly would return to this home in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryan W.

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

Very nice place

Stayed here recently and had a lovely visit. The house is about a block away from a lovely street with some shops and restaurants. The decor is wonderful, and the hosts were responsive quickly when we had a minor issue with one of the door locks. The neighborhood was a bit variable, some houses around are in pretty poor shape, but others seemed very nice like this one. Had no concerns really. There are tenants upstairs, but they were mostly quiet aside from some normal floor noises from above. Great stay, quick drive to beaches, the park, and even not a long trip to Chicago. None of the beaches were overcrowded.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn S.

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

Exceeded All Expectations

We spent 3 days here as a fall getaway and loved it so much we didn’t want to leave. This artist inspired home was full of charm, color and personality. It was spotlessly clean, comfortable, dog friendly, and within walking distance to shops and restaurants. We especially loved the screened porch and the convenient, well landscaped fenced area outside. Everything was well thought through with much attention to detail. The kitchen was very well equipped - had everything needed and more to create great meals. There are even art supplies for painting and drawing. Best getaway ever!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

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