10/10 Excellent
Jackie M.
3 Nov, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jackie M.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
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Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 182200 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Michigan City, IN
- Washington Park Beach10 min walk
- Blue Chip Casino16 min walk
- Washington Park Zoo16 min walk
- Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)11 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 18)
2nd Floor Bedroom
1 Queen Bed
Basement Bedroom 1
1 Single Bed, 1 Queen Bed and 1 Double Bed
Basement Bedroom 2
1 Single Bed and 1 Double Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Double Futon
Loft
3 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed
Master (first floor)
1 Queen Bed
2 bathrooms
Basement Bath
Toilet · Shower only
Master Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Upstairs Bath
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
About this property
Vintage Lake Michigan Beach Cottage: 4br+loft,3ba-Sleeps 17
Alegria is a charming beach cottage located in Sheridan Beach. This adorable 4 bedroom + loft, 3 bath rental is perfect for your vacation getaway! Located just 2 blocks away from the best beach on Lake Michigan this little gem offers so much! Open the door to the comfortable living area drenched in sunlight welcoming you the moment you walk through the door! The master bedroom is on the main floor with full bath. The second story has a full bath, a big, bright loft (with TV/DVD) that sleeps five - great for the kids! Off the loft is another bedroom with queen bed and French Doors to a private deck. The updated kitchen is totally equipped along with a roomy dining area and seating for the whole gang. Basement features a separate Living Room, Two Bedrooms (together sleep 6 easily), and a Bathroom with Shower.
But what is really most unique to Alegria is the outdoor space where you are completely surrounded by the trees and walking trails, providing privacy and serenity. You`ll love it so much that you`ll want to prepare your meals on the gas grill outside on the deck and dine under the star filled sky. Some nearby attractions include the Washington Park Zoo & Splash Pad, Michigan City Marina, Lighthouse Shopping Outlet and the Blue Chip Casino. All within minutes! Let the Alegria be your vacation destination!
But what is really most unique to Alegria is the outdoor space where you are completely surrounded by the trees and walking trails, providing privacy and serenity. You`ll love it so much that you`ll want to prepare your meals on the gas grill outside on the deck and dine under the star filled sky. Some nearby attractions include the Washington Park Zoo & Splash Pad, Michigan City Marina, Lighthouse Shopping Outlet and the Blue Chip Casino. All within minutes! Let the Alegria be your vacation destination!
Property manager
Todd Davis
Premier Host
Languages
English, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 26
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
We Love extended family groups!
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 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
Michigan City
Located in Michigan City, this cottage is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Canada Park and Washington Park Zoo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and cycling.
Michigan City, IN
What's nearby
- Washington Park Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Blue Chip Casino - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Sheridan Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Washington Park Zoo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- William B's Steakhouse - 19 min walk
- Zorn Brew Works Co - 4 min drive
- The Game - 19 min walk
- Shoreline Brewery - 3 min drive
- Starbucks - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
9.6/10
Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Shem B.
30 Oct, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place!
Shem B.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leah Y.
30 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great getaway
Leah Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
8/10 Good
David W.
25 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location, location, location
David W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
sarah n.
15 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cousin Trip
sarah n.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Steve W.
10 Aug, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vintage Lake House Michigan City
Steve W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Beth A.
23 Jun, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Walk to the beach on Lake Michigan
Beth A.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Jeannine R.
2 Oct, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
College friends get-a-way
Jeannine R.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Joel N.
24 Aug, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Always a pleasure
Joel N.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bruce V.
6 Jul, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location to the Beach
Bruce V.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Matthew P.
24 Jun, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
KC Family
Matthew P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Melissa T.
16 May, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway near the beach
Melissa T.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Bronnwyn C.
11 Oct, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sweet & short weekend stay
Bronnwyn C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
8/10 Good
Todd S.
28 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication
very nice
Todd S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nathan S.
9 Sept, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Nathan S.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Daphnie L., Union, USA
31 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would stay again
Daphnie L.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Gail H.
26 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Yellow house
Gail H.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Elaine P.
14 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Beach Vacation
Elaine P.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
8/10 Good
julie s.
2 Aug, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Vacation
julie s.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Alice C., Chicago
23 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautifully wooded back yard
Alice C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sarah G.
5 Jul, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for large families with younger kids
Sarah G.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
8/10 Good
Cathy C.
25 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Alegria
Cathy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lisa P., Central/Southern Illinois
17 Jun, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect place to stay
Lisa P.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Teresa R.
9 May, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice place to stay
Teresa R.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
8/10 Good
Wyatt W.
2 May, 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lake Michagin
Wyatt W.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
About the host
Hosted by Todd Davis
We bought the entire Carter Manny compound from Carter in 2009 and have since set about trying to maintain (and even improve) the perfect balance of relaxed sophistication and ingenious simplicity that Carter infused it with over 60+ years of ownership. We spend most of our summers in Michigan City with our kids either in the sailing program, on the beach, or on the Michigan City Municipal golf course. We live in Elmhurst when we can't be in Michigan City and have to do stuff like go to work and school.
Why they chose this property
Alegria is a well-built classic Lake Michigan Summer Cottage newly remodeled with all the modern amenities in a unique, tranquil setting unusual for this close to the water. Much of Sheridan Beach is built very close together, so not much privacy - really none. Not so with Alegria - in the evening you can turn on the floodlights and have the whole wooded hillside behind lit up while you enjoy the peace and quiet.
What makes this property unique
Alegria has a great location close to Lake Michigan but also has PRIVACY and PEACE & QUIET - the lots behind the cottage are still just woods (with trails if you like to explore). Sheridan Beach is close to Chicago (75 min drive), but feels a world away and has really the best beach on Lake Michigan. A burst pipe led to a complete down to the studs remodel, so the cottage is like new - modern kitchen, baths, etc. Loft will sleep up to five. Another bedroom up sleeps two. First floor master suite has it's own bath and laundry. Two bedrooms (each sleeps three) and a bath are in the basement. Outside shower on the back deck to rinse off the sand. Real wood-burning fireplace in the living room. Classic 1920's beach cottage with stone walled front yard and private back yard with all the modern conveniences - WIFI, Cable TV, Air Conditioning, granite countertops, etc. We have a list of places for good Pizza, Burgers, Fine Dining, things to do, places to go, etc. Come and explore the southern shore of Lake Michigan from this great base camp.
Languages:
English, Spanish
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