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Vintage Beachside Cottage

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, video library
Outdoor dining
Interior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • 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.

Vintage Beachside Cottage

Vintage Beachside Cottage:
• Beachside - No roads to cross over!
• 4 Bedrooms
• 2 Full bathrooms
• Fully equipped kitchen
• New furniture & colors!
• Nice sized living & dining rooms
• Buffet area w/extra seating
• Twin patios & lots of sunny windows
• High capacity Central A/C with enhanced filtration

NOTE: Holiday weekends and the entire month of July require at least a 3 night stay.

M&M Dune Cottage is a vintage, 1930's Sheridan Beach original. So, if you're looking for a place with character and can live with all of the rough edges that come with staying in a 80+ year old cottage built on sand, we're the perfect choice for your fun in the sun!

Simply, walk out your front door to step onto the sand path. It leads to the world's most beautiful beach - Sheridan Beach!

Just a stroll down the beach…
• The historic Lighthouse with its Promenade
• The Michigan City Zoo & award winning Washington Park.

Like to shop, boat or play...
Visit the nearby Lighthouse Outlet Mall, the Downtown Art district with its fun Restaurants & Pubs, the Blue Chip Casino and the local marina with ramps and transient slips - just a quick 5 minute drive away.

An easy vacation for young families wanting to create a lifetime of memories, and for those who are looking to reconnect. Great for a large family, or two smaller ones. Well suited for family gatherings & craft groups, too.

Comfortably sleeps eight...
• 2 bedrooms each with 2 Twin Beds
• 1 Bedroom has a Twin over a Full Bed
• 1 Bedroom has a Queen Bed
Note: Bed linens & Bath towels are provided

Fully equipped kitchen...
• ‘Steam Clean’ Dishwasher
• Liquid dish & dishwasher soap
• New sponges for every stay
• Oven/range & microwave
• Fridge/freezer with ice-maker
• Drip coffee maker w/filters & sugar
• Bagel toaster
• Pots, pans, pitchers & prep bowls
• Corkscrew, can-opener & cutlery
• Dishes, glassware & utensils
• Dish towels, paper towels & napkins
• Vegetable cooking spray

House items...
• High capacity central air conditioning system designed to handle hot summer days.
• High speed internet and WIFI service upgraded for Summer 2022 - supported by Comcast’s newly installed wiring all the way from their trunk line into the cottage and connected to their newest broadband modem.
• SmartTV to stream your member accounts
• DVD player & scores of DVD movies

Outdoor items...
• Patio table & chairs
• Weber charcoal grill
• Beach chairs & toys
• Bocce, frisbee, volleyball & football

Indoor items...
• Board games, puzzles & books
• Hair dryer
• Ironing board w/iron
• Radios
• Alarm clocks (or not 😴🤗)

Health & Safety...
• KIDDE smoke & CO2 detectors
• Fire extinguisher
• Allergy pillow & mattress covers
• Newer furnace & central air system
• Interior tested: No mold issue
• Cottage set back off road
• Rear entrance has one step
• Front entrance has 3 steps to patio +1 step into cottage
• Emergency numbers on fridge
• First-Aid Kit
• Flashlights & extra household lightbulbs

Parking...
Nearby, day/night free public parking spaces are readily available on Colfax, Lake & California Avenues, most days of the Summer. It'll take a bit more effort on holiday & event weekends

Bring your suits, sandals, suntan lotion, and a good book!

Important Note:
Like all area cottages, M&M Dune Cottage is separated from the lake by a naturally created, government protected dune. The pathways over the dune are marked & continually managed to keep their heights as low as possible. Last season, there were ‘easy walk’ board-walk mats placed out on two of the three beach paths adjacent to the cottage. There's a flat boardwalk in Washington Park.

Please remember to read all beach cautions (especially about riptides) and supervise children. Thank you!

FOR ADDED COVID SAFETY:
• We’ve extended the work hours of our 5 Star Housekeeping team to provide the additional time necessary to perform enhanced cleaning procedures.
• We use ‘Hospital Grade’ disinfectant solutions.
• The newer dishwasher has a Steam Cycle for better sanitization.
• You’ll receive a large quantity of ‘Hospital Grade’ disinfectant wipes your use on hard surfaces at the cottage.
• Also provided are compact hand sanitizers to take with you to the beach, zoo or anywhere else your vacation takes you.
• Brand new rolls of paper towels, toilet tissue and kitchen sponges are provided for each stay.
• The interior has been tested for mold - no issues.
• In addition to the full complement of freshly laundered linens and towels, all mattresses and bed pillows have allergy liners.

Keyword: Beach Cottage; Lake Cottage; Lake House; Lake Michigan Cottage; Warren Dunes, Indiana Dunes; Dune Cottage; MC Cottage; Michigan City Cottage; National Lakeshore

Property manager

Brian Moore

Languages

English, German, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Dryer

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Outdoors, only. Please dispose of any butts.

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Phone

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Water 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
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 12:00 PM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50.00 ea. for well behaved dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Supervise children at all times.

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
Note from host: No high school related parties or events.
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

Property is also known as

Beach Side Cottage!
Vintage With Covid Protocols
Vintage Cottage with Covid Protocols Cottage
Vintage Cottage with Covid Protocols Michigan City
Vintage Cottage with Covid Protocols Cottage Michigan City

About the neighborhood

Map
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Washington Park Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Sheridan Beach - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 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 Vintage Beachside Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Vintage Beachside Cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Vintage Beachside Cottage ?

Check-out is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Vintage Beachside Cottage located?

Situated in Michigan City, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Washington Park and Stop 7 Beach are also within 10 minutes. Michigan City Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Vintage Beachside Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 56 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 65 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Week
Vintage Beachside Cottage was a delight! We loved our time there, mere steps from Lake Michigan. The bedside lamps in one of the bedrooms were not working, and Brian ordered and had delivered the next day a remote that was needed to operate them. Then they worked perfectly. The well-maintained, heart pine (I suspect from the age of the cottage) wood floors felt so good under our feet. Loved all the windows that let in so much natural light and the shaded patio where we relaxed and were able to eat. We would stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful getaway!
This charming bungalow is exactly as described ! We enjoyed our stay & Brian was available to answer any questions that came up during our visit. Lake Michigan is always amazing - this home made our time there even better.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rowena C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Beach Cottage
The hosts were amazing to work with and had great communication. The cottage was beautiful and so close to the beach. It had everything you need for a perfect beach getaway! Planning on coming back next summer!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Liza M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Cottage in Michigan City!
This place is a little vintage which made it perfect for a place by the beach. My family has been staying up here for over 40 years. Our first time at this location and it was so nostalgic, an aged cottage with the perfect amount of space and all the supplies we needed. Brian shared so much information that allowed our stay to match all of our other amazing visits to the East side of Lake Michigan. 10/10 would stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christa C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Vintage cottage
We had a great stay at this vintage cottage. The property was exactly as described and at a great location. The cottage was a short walk over the dune to the beach. It had everything we needed for a short stay on beach. Dunebillies never disappoints for breakfast and Shoreline Brewery for beers and dinnner was great!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Almost on the beach
Great location next to wonderful beach. Reasonable amenities were included in a much smaller than expected "vintage" house. Four bedrooms that were squeezed in were at the expense of closets and a washer and dryer.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quaint Cottage By Lake Michigan
This was an older cottage but really loved it! It was clean and had just about anything you could want available to you. Plenty of room for 8 people and Lake Michigan beach just a short walk away!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bud H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for Beach
House is perfectly located if you want to spend your time on the beach, but is also comfortable enough to spend a rainy day in it. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Kitchen is nicely sized with counter space and a full-size fridge. Living area has a comfy couch and dining room table. Front porch has table and chairs along with space to drop your beach chairs and coolers. I'd recommend walking the short block down to the more public beach access, as the plastic handicap accessible walkway is easier to walk up when carrying coolers and chairs. Beach was great. We would definitely rent again.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Terri A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Michigan City Girls weekend
Girlfriend reunion. Loved the location and the beach access. Walked to Washington Park, visited the outlet mall when it rained, beautiful sunsets every night. Thanks so much for sharing your cozy cottage!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eve M., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness
Great find, amazing location!
An adorable and comfy home with AMAZING proximity to everything and then some. The hosts were so communicative and kind. Overall, 10/10 would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mary M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Another great beach stay
We enjoyed another easy, fun beach stay at the dune cottage with two children, our dog, and a family guest. Plenty of room in the home and all the amenities that you need to enjoy time on the beach and to explore the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

eileen l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach vacation!
Great little cottage in a perfect location. All essentials available and great communication from the owners. We hope to be back next year!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Pamela O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Hidden Gem
Loved our stay at this cute beach cottage! Tucked away in a quiet spot on a sandy path to the beach, we walked to the beach every day and really appreciated the beach chairs. The cozy front patio was perfect for morning coffee, reading and playing cards. In the evening we were just minutes away from great restaurants for dinner. Owners were great to work with and very responsive.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was awesome!
Right on the beach walking path. Nice size for 6 adults. We will go back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Angela A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Good location
Very close to beach. Great food big families
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family 4th celebration
The location is great and we had plenty of room to spread out. getting over the dune to the beach was a little hard on our seniors, but they manages. We brought bikes so getting to the pier and other locations was very easy. Parking got a hectic because it was a holiday but nothing terrible.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andreal W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy quiet beach house
My friends and I enjoyed this beach house. Walking distance to the beach. Very clean. Fresh towels and linens. Lots of beds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation
Great property for spending time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
The cottage was so cute. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hope P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming vintage cottage.
Amazing location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and great access to the beach
We had a great time staying here. The owner was amazing, and very helpful with information on what to do in the area. We enjoyed the cottage and even used the kayaks that were available. So much fun and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hillary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely vintage cottage
We absolutely loved this cottage! Enough room for all of us, and the outdoor space at night was enchanting. The proximity to the beach can’t be beat! Close enough for the kids (7-14) to head back on their own if they wanted lunch. We will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Katie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely beach cottage for a perfect getaway!
We greatly enjoyed our stay at this beach cottage! It was the perfect fit for our group of 8 (4 adults, 4 children- ages 8-11). It is practically on the beach. The walk to the beach is over a pretty large dune, which may be difficult for people with mobility issues. The house was well stocked with beach gear (we loved the kayak and boogie boards!) & kitchen necessities. The area was quiet & peaceful at night. It was a rejuvenating and relaxing stay. Thank you for sharing your cottage with us!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laurie G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Beach Getaway
This property was the perfect location for a beach getaway. Just a few steps from the beautiful beach. The cottage was the perfect size for the 8 adults of our family and well stocked with the necessities of a home-away-from-home. Thank you!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Dominic T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family friendly house and neighborhood
The house is perfect for a long weekend with the family. It’s a very short walk to the beach. It’s quiet and provided a great escape for our trip. Lots games provided for the kids to play at night and a great porch set up for the parents. Highly recommend for a family with little kids
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021