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Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access

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Minutes from Chicago and South Bend, this charming beachfront home in Lake Michigan offers a serene getaway. With 7 bedrooms, an open living area with sweeping views of the waterfront dune, over 800 square feet of deck space and a large fire pit for cozy nights.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access

This sunny, charming beachfront home is just steps from the sand, containing 7 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, and features all the comforts of home. Located just 60 minutes from Chicago and 50 minutes from South Bend, this home is perfect for summer vacations, weekend winery tours, and Notre Dame sports weekends. Only a private sand dune separates this home from one of Lake Michigan's most gorgeous beaches, so you can enjoy the privacy of your own yard while celebrating the tranquility of beach front living.

The recently refreshed home features a large open living, dining, and (fully stocked) kitchen area offering sunny, sweeping views of the waterfront dune. Over 800 square feet of deck and 450 square feet of patio space with a large fire pit and plenty of seating offer tons of space for dining and enjoying the beach. The house also has an outdoor shower, an extra den with a flat screen TV, a large private back (sand) yard, and an indoor/outdoor speaker system.

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Water dispenser

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 1 accessible parking space
  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevator
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Visual alarms in hallways
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Water dispenser

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 28

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Guests must answer a series of questions via the Vrbo inbox within 24 hours of booking. May be subject to cancellation if unresponsive.
Rental agreement must be signed. If checkout procedures are not followed, homeowner will deduct additional cleaning fees from the damage deposit.
Property Cancellation policy- 60 days or more prior- payment refunded at 90% only if dates can be re-booked in full. Otherwise see rental agreement.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Sheridan Beach - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 3 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 7 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Options Buffet - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Bartlett’s Fish Camp - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michigan City vacation home is just steps from Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Michigan City Station is 23 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Lake Michigan Beachfront Home for Large Groups, Private Beach Access Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 65 out of 70 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 70 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 70 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 70 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 70 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Zach Z.

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

Amazing location for a gathering with kids!

We had an incredible stay with two other young families at this home. We were nervous about how well everything would go with six adults and five young kids aged 0-4, but there was more than enough space to accommodate everybody. The hosts were kind enough to leave sound machines in every room and there were tons of baby and kid-friendly supplies. The location is hard to beat and we enjoyed being just steps from the beach. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a large gathering on the lake!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katie D.

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

Friend Trip

Property was great and accommodated our large group, we'd definitely come back. We appreciated how well stocked the kitchen was with cooking supplies and plenty of plates/dishes/bowls/cups for kids and adults. The kids loved the toy shelf and the sunroom with a TV was perfect for a movie night. The house had two large coolers available for the beach and enough beach towels for our group which was super helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Matthew B.

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

Great place!

Amazing house with lots of bedrooms in the perfect location. It was able to comfortably hold 10 people easily.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Renee C.

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

Wonderful Stay Right on the Beach!!

Wonderful stay, incredible location! You can't get better than your backyard being the beach! We love the decor & set up of this home. We've come here for many years & it's always a highlight of our summer.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ann S.

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

Great stay

House was in a great location and plenty of space. Our group of twelve, 5 adults and 7 teens did not ever feel crowded. Plenty of supplies for our two night stay and kitchen supplies.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dave H.

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

Great location and wonderful house

The house had plenty of space, was in a prime location to the beach and had a great outdoor space. Loved the views, especially at sunset. House has everything we needed for a long weekend stay and the owners very responsive to questions. Would stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

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

Everything our family needed!

We stayed here with cousins, aunts/uncles and grandparents (12 people total), and it suited us all. The owners were absolutely gracious and kind to work with. We'd stay there again! Oh and the beach was gorgeous!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Viktorija B.

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

Great house.

Enjoyed our time on a big porch. Beach is very close just over the dune.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

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

Perfect Beach House Location

The real charm of this house is the feeling of seclusion, although it is in a pretty densely populated area, and the direct access to the beach. The back deck area is perfect! The kitchen is very accommodating and stocked with plenty of dishes, glasses and cooking ware. Plenty of beach towels are provided too. A great place!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annie R.

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

Great weekend

Jen was great- very helpful, kind, and went out of her way to make sure we had a great time! The house was amazing- checked every box, AWESOME location, great space and very clean and modern. Would love to stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

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

Coziest vacation home I’ve been to

My family and I travel a lot and this was a family reunion that left everyone very satisfied. This home is very comfortable and filled with everything you need to make this house a home from towels to kitchen ware.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brett N.

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

Great location!

House was amazing for a family of 7. Steps from the beach. Close to all local attractions. Top notch! Planning to return next year!!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

8/10 Good

Joan V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family Vacation

Enjoyed the family time. Very quiet area. Missed not having the foosball table as shown in pictures. Greatly appreciated the beach chairs, beach toys & beach towels being included.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike M.

A wonderful place to host a family vacation.

Plenty of sleeping space. Plenty of bathrooms. Nice layout for group eating and socializing. Great fire pit. Beautiful dune landscaping. Moderately easy access to the beach.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Molly L.

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

Best Place Ever!

How You Dune is the perfect place for a large family. Three generations all enjoyed the week. Home is beautiful with Great Lake access. Love it!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Andrew S.

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

Friend cation 2022

How you Dune was a great place right on the lake. We made many memories with friends and would highly recommend this place for a friend or family vacation.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe F.

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

Great location for a relaxing beach vacation!

House was clean and pictures of property were accurate. Everything described in the listing was in the house and available for our group to use. Property owner was able to get back with any questions we had while staying at the house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

David M.

Great time on the Dune.

A very nice home that was nicely equipped. We have 16 people in our party and there was ample space at the house. It was very close to a nice beach area and good off-street parking available.

10/10 Excellent

Donna W.

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

On the Dune

The location directly on the dune is great. The outdoor patio has lots of seating, and a separate fire pit area, which makes for great evenings as the sun sets. Plenty of beach towels and chairs. Our second time at the house!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bill R., Newburgh, IN

Family Vacation

This is third year that we held the family vacation at this house. As in the past, everything worked out just fine. Great place for large group to vacation. House is clean with fully functioning up to date kitchen and just a short walk from beautiful beach area on Lake Michigan.

10/10 Excellent

Veronica N., Koeltztown, Missouri, United States

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

Great time, great place!!

We rented this for my parents 45th anniversary celebration. 15 of us from 6-68 stayed in the house and had plenty of room and space if needed! Short walk to the most beautiful beach and lots of toys/floats/chairs come with the rental. Highly recommend! Thanks for the amazing memories!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Bill R., Newburgh, IN

Family Vacation

Stayed there for recent family vacation. House worked out great. Very clean with all top grade appliances including the grill. Large deck worked perfect as place for family to gather and accommodated everyone for dinner when the weather was good. Just a short walk from the back deck down to the beach.

10/10 Excellent

Maria G., Houston, TX

Perfect

Lovely spot in front of Lake Michigan. House was spacious, with all the amenities we would want. Lots of spaces inside and outside to socialize and eat. Owner was quick to respond to our inquiries and a pleasure with whom to interact. We hope to be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Susan W.

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

Family Reunion Fun

We had a wonderful time at How You Dune! The view from the top of the dune was a bonus when watching the speed boat races and the sunsets. Some of our best photos ever! Communication with the owner was excellent. They were very responsive to our questions /concerns.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Theresa M.

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

Family & Friends fishing trip

Beautiful location. Just a short walk over the dune to the beach. Minutes from the casino and marina as well as the zoo. Only concern was the public access to the beach and to know there will be drunks (which can be amusing but could also be annoying). Owners are so nice and responsive!!!! Everything you need for a wonderful family vacation
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022