Summary:
Welcome to the Cozy Getaway in Michigan City. Escape with family or friends near the dunes of Lake Michigan! This is a upstairs studio unit! Guests will love being able to walk to the beach, outlet mall, zoo, restaurants and shops. Minutes drive to hiking trails in the nation's newest Dunes national park, casino, wineries, boat rentals, splash pad and park. This is the perfect little getaway for up to 2 people who want to relax or adventure!

The Space:
Charming apartment with open concept. Has a full kitchen, dishwasher, breakfast bar, bedroom with king size bed and complete turn-key for your stay. Walk to restaurants, shops on Franklin St. and Outlet Lighthouse Outlet Mall. Washington park beach is 1 mile away, Zoo is about 1 mile away too. Dune State Park is about 10 mile drive.

To avoid any confusion, potential guests should thoroughly read ALL information below before requesting to book. (We promise that the info below will better prepare you for your trip and answer 99% of your questions!) Thank you!

UNIT PERKS:
--This studio apt has a king size bed and accommodates up to 2 guests.
--This rental includes a kitchen with a fridge/freezer, sink, stove, oven, microwave, toaster, blender & coffee maker. Essentials like plates, cups, cookware, utensils, & paper towel will be provided for your use.
--Along with coffee, creamer and sweetener are provided.
--Cooking spray, olive oil, salt/pepper are provided.
--A hair dryer and showering essentials/bath towels are available.
--Small beach toys for kids and and beach towels are provided for each guest.
--A few board games are available for your use.
--Guests can park in front of the house.

TECHNOLOGY:
--A smart TV is hooked up in your living area & master bedroom, though we recommend the outdoors over the tube! ;)
--High Speed Wifi is provided.

ADDITIONAL INFO:
We welcome guests of all backgrounds! However, due to prior disrespectful renters and property damage, we will only be accepting booking requests from:
--AirBnB users who are "verified" and who already have positive reviews from other hosts.
--Renters that are above the age of 25.
--A maximum of two guests per reservation. Extra guests are not allowed.
--We value our relationship with our neighbors, so events/gatherings/parties are not to be held by guests. To keep the unit in excellent condition for future guests, we are firm on these rules. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.

***Note that if you are bringing infants/babies, the unit is NOT baby-proofed. (Furniture is not secured to walls, outlet blockers are not included, cabinets/drawers are not locked, etc.) You assume responsibilities for all guests.

Guest Access:
Available to all guests is a patio table with four chairs on the front porch to read or have coffee, and a picnic table in the yard.

The Neighborhood:
Michigan City is a great vacation spot. A variety of activities are available for everyone, regardless of age/ability/interests.

Favorite spots include restaurants/cafes:
--Shoreline Brewery
--Panini Panini
--The Goblin & The Grocer
--Lakeshore Coffee & Specialties
--Hokkaido Sushi
--Fish Camp
--Zorn Brewery

Grocery Stores nearby include:
--Nature's Cupboard
--Meijer
--Walmart
--Jewel (Chesterton)

Things to do:
--Michigan City Beaches
--Michigan City Zoo
--Michigan City splashpad park for kids
--Michigan City Outlet Malls
--Michigan City park (with weekly live music and jungle gym for kids)
--Michigan City Skate Park
--Blue Chip Casino
--The nation's newest national park includes tons of additional beaches along Lake Michigan, and fourteen hiking trail systems at the Indiana Dunes.
--May guests also enjoy visiting wineries and breweries throughout the region, horseback riding, as well as antiquing.

Getting Around:
A car is the best mode of transportation around the area. Feel free to bring your own bikes, as biking along the lakefront is beautiful.

Other Things to Note:
This house built in the early 1900s, and in the early 2000s redesigned and remodeled into four private units. Much of the Victorian charm remains, including some of the original wood plank floorings, the high ceilings, gables, wide arches, stairs, but with the advantage of modern kitchens, upgraded electric, each unit has its, central air conditioning, and heat.

Interaction with Guests:
Host is available for any questions throughout your stay.