House in Porter, IN

Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes

Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes

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Sunset From Porch
Enjoy lake views while checking in to work or reading a good book on the deck
View of Cottage from the Beach
Kitchen comes fully equipped to prepare a simple meal or a fancy feast.
The one bedroom is on the 2nd floor of large beach house.

Overview of Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes

4.9 out of 5 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

Check out the area

Porter, IN
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes State Park2 min drive
  • Popular LocationIndiana Dunes National Park6 min drive
  • Popular LocationDune Acres Beach11 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)105 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes

Our Duneland Rentals cottages are right on the beach in the heart of the Indiana Dunes. This charming lakefront cottage is located on three hundred feet of private beach. The gradual sandy beach is excellent for swimming and the sunsets from the south shore of Lake Michigan are incredible.

Porter Beach is a small beach community located on the borders of the Indiana Dunes State Park and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and just one hour from downtown Chicago. The beautiful beach stretches in either direction for miles and within minutes you can get to wonderful nature trails, excellent restaurants, quaint shops and many interesting cultural attractions.

The trails vary in length and difficulty but are all wonderful for both hiking and cross country skiing. There are also some excellent sledding hills nearby. Other close by sights include historic Chelberg Farm, Westchester Township History Museum, Zao Island Amusement Park, Taltree Arboretum, Calumet Bike Trail, Imagination Glen with a BMX race track and a 10 mile Outback Mountain Bike Trail and Broken Wagon Bison Farm and many more wonderful places to explore and activities to delight.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
A child of any age is considered a guest.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Additional day or overnight guests are NOT permitted. If you have additional guests you will be asked to leave and you will not be issued a refund.
All guests 18 years and older must sign a Waiver and Release of Liability Agreement prior to arrival.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chesterton

This cottage is located in Porter Beach, a neighbourhood in Chesterton, and is near theme parks and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad are also worth visiting. Take in the nearby slopes with cross-country skiing, or try out other outdoor activities such as sledging.

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 2 min drive
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 6 min drive
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 7 min drive
  • Dune Acres Beach - 11 min drive
  • Lake View Beach - 15 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 15 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 76 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 8 min drive
  • Wendy's - 8 min drive
  • Starbucks - 9 min drive
  • Wagner's Ribs - 9 min drive
  • The Original George's Gyros Spot - 9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes located?

Located in Porter Beach, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away.

Reviews

4.9

Exceptional

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4.9/5

Cleanliness

4.8/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

5/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Ronald R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing vacation
Picked this cottage because of location directly on the beach and positive recommendations. Property as described, clean, slept four comfortably and nearly everything provided. OTA TV only but Roku worked great. Good wifi.Was warned about steps so did not bring any suitcases but backpacks and lightweight duffle bags. Brought bottled water but not needed as Culligan filter on faucet. I have balance issues but managed the steps. They had another handrail placed to assist me the day after we arrived. Susan and Erika were both very helpful and pleasant. Several reasonably priced restaurants and pubs within 8-10 minute drive and not much traffic. We will plan to return next if possible. Strongly recommend if able to climb several steps. Ron R
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

5/5 Excellent

karen m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful and fabulous view
Loved our stay… the warning on steps is accurate! We were fine but could be issue for some. We had a short stay so steps were not a huge issue . They could be more lit up at night. The cottage was quaint,super clean and comfortable. We were probably off season , had the beach and the dunes to ourselves!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

5/5 Excellent

Scott M., Canton, MI

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Enjoyed our couple of day stay here very much. The location right on the beach is amazing. It's very quiet and private compared to the busy section of beach down about a 1/4 mile dedicated to the national park. In May of 2022 the beach is fairly wide - nothing like the high tide they had back in 2020 so fear not. Sunsets are fantastic. The guest hosts are friendly and accommodating. The rooms are very clean and well maintained - no complaints about our visit at all and will make it a point to return in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

Carmen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing, great location.
The listing was accurate except that there were additional amenities that I didn't notice in the listing such as a grill, outdoor fire pit, and beach accessories. Which was a nice bonus upon arrival! Susan is great and easy to communicate with. Cell service is spotty but who cares for relaxing for a few days. The oven is tricky and may have been user error. Loved the location. It's a fabulous getaway for staying right in the beach. You really could just stay there and not leave, but the proximity to the national and state parks makes it so you want to explore nature. Technically you can walk along the lake shore to get into the state park. We drove into Chesterton for coffee one day and then explored other sights by car. The rental is cozy and clean and perfect for two adults and two young kids. I loved that the kids could play on the beach and I could sit and relac or make meals and still watch them. Beautiful lake and sunset views. Definitely want to stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

5/5 Excellent

Celia G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Terrific Getaway
Perfectly tranquil! Highly recommended!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

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