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Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! Sleeps 18

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Outdoor dining
6 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
6 bedrooms, travel crib, free WiFi, bed sheets
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Smart TV, stereo
Life is breezy at this beautiful Louisiana Avenue cottage, where you can enjoy complete self-check-in and unwind with your group in the incredible open living-dining area. With 6 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms, a private screened deck off the upstairs master suite and lake views from the second floor.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

6 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 20344 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

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

Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! Sleeps 18

Life is Breezy at the Big Easy! Your dream Lake Michigan getaway is here on Louisiana Ave! Guests enjoy complete self check-in with keypad on the front door!

Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! This large beautiful cottage has the vintage charm of a lake house with updates to make your stay more comfortable. What makes this house stand out? It has an incredible open living-dining area that allows ALL guests to gather all in the same space! It also has another TV/play area in the basement when you want some time away from the kids.

Sleeps 18 total in beds. Perfect for multiple families. 2 Master Suites! Upstairs master has a king bed, en suite bathroom, private screened deck, and is secluded from other upstairs rooms. 1st floor master has a king bed and its own private bathroom. 6 bedrooms and 5 bathrooms total. One of the bathrooms has a tub. Checkout the diagrams in the picture section to see how the house is laid out. Kitchen is stocked with pots, pans, plates, etc. Full size foldable crib is available. Lake Michigan views from 2nd floor! Basement with a queen bed, 2 twin beds, bathroom and an extra entry from outside to brush all the sand off in the mudroom. Enjoy the back deck under the shade trees while grilling out on the large gas grill. Whole house WiFi system with Roku’s on all TV’s. Parking for 4 - 5 cars (depending on size). Additional public parking around neighborhood (if available).

Walk to Washington Park Zoo, Splash Pad, and Playground. Watch the glorious sunsets while enjoying entertainment at Sunset Grill and walk the catwalk to the Michigan City Lighthouse.

Interested in exploring beyond? Centrally located to SO many attractions! Take a hike along Mt Baldy, visit Central Beach and America's newest National Park, Indiana Dunes. Only 15 minutes to New Buffalo and Harbor Country. Visit Warren Dunes or take a family friendly day trip to St Joe, Michigan. Be sure to take a picture of the Michigan City Lighthouses twin at Tiscornia Park! Wine country is less than 45 minutes away in Baroda (Tabor Hill and Round Barn to name a couple), but Michigan City also features Shady Creek Winery and multiple breweries!

This great space has everything you'll need to start your perfect vacation!

Property manager

Cari Adams, Beach Girl Properties

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach towels
  • Beach sun loungers

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Spices
  • Paper towels
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 6 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Allowed in outdoor areas. Not on screened porch

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • Unit size: 3700 sq ft (344 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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 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

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

The Big Easy! Lake Michigan Views Sleeps 18+

About the neighborhood

Map
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 10 min walk
  • Sheridan Beach - 12 min walk
  • Washington Park Zoo - 17 min walk
  • Blue Chip Casino - 20 min walk
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 3 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 10 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! Sleeps 18 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! Sleeps 18?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! Sleeps 18?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! Sleeps 18 located?

This family-friendly Michigan City vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Stop 2 Beach, Lake Michigan, and Blue Chip Casino. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.9 mi (4.6 km) away. Michigan City Station is 23 minutes by foot.

Just Steps to the Sands of Lake Michigan! Sleeps 18 Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 48 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 48 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 48 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 48 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Lauriann L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Space for Family Vacation!
This home was perfect for a large family group. Our family got together for some summer time together. The location right at the beach was wonderful, it was a very easy walk to the water each day. The basement was stocked with beach towels and chairs and everything you could need. The rooms provide a lot of sleeping space for a large group. The large dining tables assured everyone had a seat. Overall we had a wonderful time, definitely going to ear mark this location for future trips!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Steps to the Lake
This was a perfect spot for walking to Lake Michigan. Steps away from the beach made the location ideal. Lots of seating for meals was helpful. Main floor and upper level bedrooms and bathrooms were adequate and clean. Upstairs sitting area was calm and peaceful. Basement space wise was nice, however, when going into the basement there was a musty smell. The bathroom in the basement had a drain with standing water in it. When turning on the sink, water would gurgle in the drain. This drain also had a horrible smell that permeated the whole bathroom. If needing to use the basement space, would not recommend but if space in basement is not needed, this is a perfect spot for lake access. Neighborhood was also very quiet. Host was very responsive when finding out about the drain, etc and sent a handyman to check it out.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice large house in a great location
Comfortable, casual house just half a block from the beach. Place was just as described and host was easy to work with (although not always timely in responses). Definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peggy

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with partner, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had an absolutely amazing stay with my big family. We ranged in age from 1-68 and everyone had a comfortable bed and no problem finding a bathroom near every bedroom. The kitchen was stocked with dishes, pots and pans and any other kitchen item you might need. There is an easy walk to the beach and a walkway that made pulling a wagon and pushing a stroller easy. The beach is gorgeous. I definitely recommend this beautiful home that easily accommodates 18 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic beach location
Great little neighborhood, Not too much yard space but you're right next to a beautiful beach. Plenty of room for dining and relaxing. Casual house perfect for family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

DAVID W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
This is our second straihjt years for staying at this location. It is so ideal for our family. We have eight adults and 10 grandchildren and the house is very comfortable with plenty of room to play games, eat, sleep, relax, etc. it meets all of our needs, and then sell! The closeness of the beach is a big selling point. It is about a 100 yard walk to the beach, which makes it very convenient for the parents to bring home their children for lunch, restroom breaks, naps, etc. plenty of room on the beach for our family of 18. The owner is very easy to work with and always returns emails, phone calls, etc. immediately. A big thumbs up from the Webber Family and we would give it 10 stars but we’re limited to only five!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marilyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Communication extremely good. Property well stocked with toilet paper, paper towels, dish detergent, etc.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Beach Weekend
I stayed here with my siblings, their spouses and our 13 children. This house was perfect-it was SO close to the beach…literally a 2 minute walk to the sand and another 3 minutes to get to the waterfront. The mudroom was perfect to dump all the towels, chairs, sand toys and keep the rest of the house clean. The dining area has 3 tables so plenty of space to sit and eat. Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms making it ideal for a large group so everyone had their own space. The neighborhood was cute, clean and safe.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
This property is a 10 out of 10! The perfect property for a large family. Super clean and lots of room to spread out. Close to the lake. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ramona C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Plenty of privacy but also great communal spaces for 14 adults to enjoy
Our family reunion brought together 14 adults (and one teen), who had a variety of needs and requests (1st floor bedrooms and baths; quiet, private corners; plenty of couches and large dining tables for hanging out and eating together, but also quiet, private corners). Everyone appreciated the quick walk to the uncrowded beach and the ample beach chairs and towels--and, on a day that turned dreary and rainy, lots of room to spread out comfortably for simultaneous board games and conversations. The host was graciously responsive to a couple of requests we had. Good A.C. overall and strong wifi, easy for everyone to connect to. We wished there had been a couple of beach umbrellas and, ideally (but we accepted as not possible on the lot) more outdoor space for our large group to gather outside. All in all, 117 Louisiana proved the best accommodation we've ever found for our family reunions, also for its convenient proximity to Chicago and airports.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

DAVID W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely fantastic!!!
This house was great! We had 18 in our group…8 adults and 10 grandchildren ranging from 1 to 16. Plenty of room for everyone. Plenty of beds. The beach is just a very convenient short walk to the beach and no steps!!! We absolutely loved our week and already have booked for next year. Cari, the property manager, was easy to work with and very attentive to our needs. If I could I would give it 10 stars!!! Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Deborah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family reunion beach stay
Such a fantastic home to spend the holiday with 3 generations of family. Andy and Amy are the most lovely people to share their dream beach home with others. House is even better in person than any picture could show.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Roger H.

Liked: Cleanliness
great little spot, close to beach
We had a great time in Michigan City and look forward to staying here again. The hosts were very helpful. The house on the website is portrayed accurately. Lots of sleeping space. Also, really liked the dining space. Our family group of 12 fit nicely. Multiple tables provide a game area, kid area to play and another table to dine at. Our favorite part was the very close walk to the beach and a great walkway to the water.. Very easy with little children. Also, the host had lots of beach towels, beach chairs and toys. Very convenient. The basement was a great area for a family w/ 3 kids. Overall, no complaints at all, and lots of praise for a great house close to beach. We also visited the zoo, splash pad was closed.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lindsay M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
This home provided a bed to everyone in our large group and the location to the beach was ideal! The wifi was a little spotty with so many people in the house but overall the stay was great.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location, really short walk to the beach. Large gathering area with plenty of tables. We loved our stay and would definitely book here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tamara B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Tradition
We had a great time! Andrew responded quickly to our every question, a couple of them because we failed to read the manual, lol. A small repair was needed on a railing (safety) and it was fixed almost immediately. Pro’s; plenty of bathrooms, super easy walk to the beach, beach toy room, plenty of seating for meals, lots and lots of dishes, sunny gathering area. Cons; not a cooks kitchen, very small kitchen, need to time showers to not lose pressure, limited outdoor space. We’d stay here again and made some beautiful family memories here.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Megan H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location, great rental
This was a fabulous rental. The location is just a short walk (less than 1 block) to a really beautiful stretch of beach on Lake Michigan, and a 10 min walk from a cafe with outdoor seating and playground. The house was well stocked with beach supplies (sand toys, beach chairs, beach towels, etc), and there was a hose outside by the stairs down to a basement mudroom and bathroom which really helped prevent sand from getting tracked all over the house. The downstairs has a large open common room with three large tables and two living room seating areas - perfect for smaller groups to hold separate conversations during a large gathering. The entire wall on three sides of the downstairs is windows, facing the lake, so that you can have the lake breeze flow through the common room while you socialize. :) The bedrooms were very comfortable and there were lots of bathrooms. There is also a cute deck and small garden area. Our only critique would be that the kitchen is quite small and lacked a few cooking supplies. There are a lot of good restaurants in the area (e.g., nearby cafe, pizza/italian, mexican, jamaican), so the house seems set-up best for folks that mostly want to play on the beach, socialize, snack, and then either go out for meals or get take-out. We would definitely come back - it was a wonderful vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great beach house for a family
This was a large, sunny house with, plenty of chairs and tables for an extended family. The kitchen was well-stocked with plates, silver and cookware. There were ample bedrooms and bathrooms for our group of 11 people, 6 adults and 5 children. The 6 upstairs bedrooms were large and pleasant. I had learned from other reviews that the basement was damp and buggy (and it was), so we didn't plan to use the beds down there, but the basement was handy because, after swimming, we could hose off near the basement entrance, then enter that way to keep sand out of the upper floors. The beach was close, and the fact that we could borrow beach towels and chairs from the basement was great. One complaint: the owners were very specific that each person was to use ONLY one washcloth and one bath towel, and we would be charged extra if we used too many. Really? Do they have any idea how hard it is to keep track of towels when you have 5 children all using one bath tub (the house only has one)? Since they charge a separate cleaning fee, it seems petty to make renters count bath towels on the last morning as they are running around trying to get packed! Would it be too much to ask that the cleaners wash an extra towel or two? The owners also asked us to strip the beds and deposit linens on the 1st floor (which also seems like something that should be included in the cleaning fee), but they said to leave the comforters on the beds. I assume that means comforters don't get washed from one week to the next. I would have been happier if they did.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Becky S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fourth of July fun!
Our whole family stayed here for the Fourth of July weekend and had a wonderful stay. The common spaces were perfect for game playing, but still enough room for everyone to sit comfortably. The proximity to the beach was great and we all appreciated not having to fight traffic and find parking. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden gem!
Great historical area, wonderful neighborhood. Short walk to the beach!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Fun
We enjoyed the location - just a short 1 minute walk to the beach. Home has a very comfy feeling and was perfect for our large group!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dana L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and close to the beac!
We loved his home. There was enough space for everyone to have their own space at any point if the day. The home was very nice and right next to the beach. We loved everything about it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Shea E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing location
Steps to the beach, we had a great weekend!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

8/10 Good

May A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent location!!
We had a wonderful stay! Communication was also excellent as there was very minor issue with the circuit breaker being tripped and the recycling service not coming for pickup. We had a great time in the common areas as my siblings and our families did not feel like we were on top of each other. Plenty of room for 7 kids and 8 adults to eat at the same time! Parking was perfect for our 5 vehicles. WiFi was spotty throughout the house. We didn’t really use the basement as sleeping area. The main floor flooring could use a little scrub/mopping. A few updates are needed to the home, (ie, 2nd floor bathroom you can only get hot or cold water, not both). Overall, we would stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Short walk to the beach!
The location of this house is spot on. The beach is beautiful and was not crowded. We will be coming back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021