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Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool

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A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a chandelier, and a view of the kitchen in the background.
A cozy living room with a large gray sectional sofa, a wooden ceiling fan, a black wood-burning stove, and a television mounted on the wall.
A residential property with a large patio area, a tennis court, and a garage.
A house with a gravel driveway, surrounded by a well-maintained lawn and trees.
A kitchen with wooden cabinets, a large island with bar stools, stainless steel appliances, and hanging pendant lights.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Private pool
  • Toys
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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La Porte, IN
  • Place, Laporte Library Coolspring Branch
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Creek Ridge County Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, Pine Lake
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 16)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed and 2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 5

2 Single Bunk Beds and 1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

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

About this property

Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool

Welcome to the Bluebird Cottage in LaPorte, IN. This vacation home provides ample living space for multiple families and friends to get together. Situated on 4 acres of land, including full court basketball, games, a large treehouse, firepit, screened in porch, and a huge inground pool! This house is made for entertaining! A quick drive to Pine Lake and downtown LaPorte with easy access to New Buffalo and Michigan City. Nearby countless golf opportunities, restaurants, and activities for all ages.

Pool is open Memorial Day through Labor Day each summer.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Crib and highchair available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Please leave mattress pads and comforters on beds but remove any sheets and pillow cases that were used.
All used towels put in laundry room.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pool should be covered each night by 10PM. There is NO DIVING into the pool. No glassware by the pool.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3728851vb
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

La Porte

La Porte is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Friendship Botanic Gardens and Lubeznik Center for the Arts.
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La Porte, IN

What's nearby

  • Laporte Library Coolspring Branch - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Creek Ridge County Park - 4 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Orr Lake - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Pine Lake - 7 min drive - 6.8 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 8 min drive - 11.3 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 15 min drive
  • Michigan City Station - 16 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chick Fil A - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Pinola - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Drift - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Family Express Mich. City Johnson Rd - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, full basketball court, Large inground pool located?

Set in La Porte, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Orr Lake, Friendship Botanic Gardens and Stone Lake Beach. Garwood Orchards and Dunes Plaza are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 27 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 27 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 27 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 27 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 27 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Had a very good time here!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a wonderful stay for a ladies weekend!! Enjoyed time in the pool and loved the fully stocked kitchen!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
For the price in this location we were really happy. I liked the sprawling layout with lots of places to sit and talk. It was homey, comfortable and welcoming. I would happily return. Loved the pool and screened in porch.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The host was very easy to communicate and gave quick responses. The area had no power for days but they have a whole house generator that ran everything including the pool. Definitely recommend for all age groups.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was great for our family with eight adults and seven small children. Each family had their own bedroom with multiple beds and space to spread out in. The hit of the weekend was the swimming pool! All the kids loved it and we made great family memories! It was also nice having the barn with games and space for the kids to run around and play in as we had a rainy day when we were there. Would definitely recommend for a family trip. Great to make memories in!! Close proximity to town, outlet malls, and Michigan city Beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was amazing for our annual friends trip! It had everything - a pool, a grill, a basketball court, ping pong table - we really couldn’t have had a better place to spend time together
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pool was great and loved all the natural light coming into the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great stay!

We had a wonderful stay the property. There was plenty of room to hang out with family, and still have our own separate spaces. There was a slight mix up with check in but the host was great and resolved the issue. Would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Todd fam vacay

Totally enjoyed the pool and house. Tree house, deck and screened in porch need a good cleaning
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Heaven in LaPorte

Wonderful property, between pool, and basketball court there is always something to do with your family. Should you need to get out of the house, beaches and boat rentals await at nearby Lake Michigan and other local inland lakes.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Girls weekend

Great property, clean and super cute!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very nice house!

I couldn’t have asked for a better place to stay for my bachelorette party! Both the house and the pool were very clean. Christine was also very responsive and accommodating. I would definitely recommend staying here!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family of 14, 8 adults and 6 kids, had a great time. Plenty of space for sleeping, eating and playing. The pool worked out well too. There are only two bathrooms which for 14 of us was only a little inconvenient but we made it work out fine. There was plenty of hot water to go around.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Bachelorette Weekend

We had an amazing stay! There were 11 in our bachelorette party and we had PLENTY of room for sleep and fellowship and eating. The pool was clean and easy to navigate. It was HOT outside the weekend we were there but the air conditioning was strong and kept us cool inside. The property was beautiful and we saw a lot of deer which was special. 10/10 recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

An amazing stay !!

My friends, family and I booked this home for a short weekend birthday celebration and it was the perfect spot. The home is very spacious with plenty of room for everyone to hang out and have their own spaces. Tons of parking space, beautiful kitchen with high end appliances, and a very spacious pole barn. Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend for a getaway with things to do for everyone all ages!!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr, 2024
Thanks Quinn! We are so happy you enjoyed your stay! Please come back soon!
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family Vacation 2025

We were happy to find this property which accommodated all 15 of us! The house itself had many areas where small groups could gather. The outdoor space was large and private allowing our grandkids to run and play to their heart’s content. The highlight being the tree fort, pool, and pole barn. Having a washer/dryer and additional freezer was very helpful. We would definitely come again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Bachelorette

We stayed here for my cousins bachelorette weekend and it was perfect! The house had enough space for everyone. There are also so many outdoor hangout locations as well. Everyone raved about how comfortable the beds were. We all talked about coming back for a girls weekend because of how much fun we had. Highly recommend staying here!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful time

We were able to sleep all of our VB players and coaches in beds! Hard to find such a property with lots to do at the house and we had lots to do. Pool, basketball full court, pole barn, games, TVs Great time Thanks for having us!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Birthday celebration

Location to beach was great. I believe it’s still a “work in progress” to be a rental. Needs some updating, uncluttering and cleaning. Overall we had a great time enjoying family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house for a weekend getaway with a large group! The space was beautiful and very clean. Lots of different areas in the house which made it extra perfect for a large group. The pole barn full of activities was a huge hit! Unfortunately the pool heater wasn’t working when we were there, but it was on the chillier side outside so that was to be expected. Also of note that there are only two restrooms for a large group but that didn’t bother us. Would definitely recommend to others!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family quality time

We stayed 1 night in August with our family, total of 15 of us and I have to say this place was wonderful!! Christine was so great about getting back to us about everything. We have stayed at other vacation homes with the same amount of people, but this house has so much room that everyone was able to have their own space, and not even all the beds were used! You do not have to worry about feeling crammed here! The house was very clean and nicely decorated. The host literally has thought of everything anyone may need, everything was well stocked. There was also so much room for the kids to run around outside and have a good time! I must mention the barn where there is a pin pong table and basketball court, as the teenagers loved it. I'm used to the teens sitting on a couch on their phones, but not here! I would definitely recommend anyone looking to spend quality time with their families in a beautiful environment to stay here.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy

Adequate but needs some attention

We couldn’t find any forks and other utensils because they were left in the dishwasher. Towels were missing as well, as they were left in the dryer but whomever did the laundry. Hosts should’ve emptied the dishwasher and the dryer and not make us do that. Furthermore, the day before our trip we were given a list of requirements: stripping the beds, placing all towels in the laundry room, etc. We paid a cleaning fee and yet, we did housekeeping upon our arrival AND before leaving, per hosts demands. The property sits on an extremely busy road, so if you are looking for peace and quiet, this is not your place. The noise is impossible all day and all night. Property is adequately equipped otherwise, but don’t expect the pool to be welcoming, as it is surrounded by mud and you are not allowed to touch the water heater, so it is not “heated”. Bedrooms are comfortable, with plenty of sleeping spaces for a large family reunion, but kitchen is somewhat lacking. Bring your own baking pans if you want to bake a breakfast because there is none. Bring your own paper towels also - you won’t find any. Mostly, arrive prepared to fold the towels left in the dryer and put dishes away left in the dishwasher.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
we really enjoyed the space. It worked well for our family. We particularly liked the large gathering spaces and tables we were able to enjoy each other’s company easily in this house. The pool was great for the kids. And they enjoyed every minute in it. They also really liked the playhouse and swings. it was very close to Michigan city where we enjoyed the zoo, the Barker mansion, and the Indiana Dunes National and State Park. We found many enjoyable restaurants as well. overall, you were pleased with the house it’s location and it’s price.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The pool was the highlight of the property! We appreciated how warm it stayed and the floats and towels provided. The kids in the family also enjoyed the tree house and barn toys.The beds were comfortable and we enjoyed the size of each of the rooms. The kitchen was well stocked with mostly everything we needed. It would have been nice to have some plastic/kids cups to use.We were not aware that one of the bathrooms was only accessible through a bedroom, making logistics with a large family a little difficult. There were also a few cleaning things left unfinished when we checked in (wet towels and bath mats in the dryer, dishes in the dishwasher) and we would have appreciated a few more washcloths for the number of people staying in the house.The host was easy to contact when checking in and was quick to resolve the lack of hand soap and paper towels in the house. We had a question when checking out, but did not receive a response until after we had left the property.Overall, it was a great house for an extended family gathering and we really enjoyed our time there!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Location
Our family of 12 really enjoyed our stay. The weather wasn't great but that didn't stop the fun. The awesome barn with golf, ping pong and other games filled our time. Having a heated pool was wonderful since the temperatures were in the 70's. One thing we were really impressed with was how stocked the kitchen/house was.There were plenty of places for us to sleep and the large family room was great for all of us to gather. The only negative thing was that there only 2 bathrooms and one was very small. Overall it was great, my grandson cried when we were leaving, he had so much fun.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026

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