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Exterior
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Beach
Living Room
Exterior

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Porter, IN
  • Indiana Dunes State Park
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Lake View Beach
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪24 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Indiana Dunes 2-Bedroom Beach Rental

Our Duneland Rentals cottages are located right on the beach in the heart of the Indiana Dunes.
This lovely 2-bedroom beach rental is just steps form the lake. There is nothing between you and the lake except the lovely sandy beach.
Amenities include hardwood floors, high speed internet, cable t.v., central air, charcoal grill, coffee maker, microwave, ceiling fans, and 350’ of private beach. Our cottage is right on the beach.

We are located within walking distance to the Indiana Dunes State Park and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore where there are miles of beautiful hiking, biking and cross country ski trails. Just a short ten minute drive away are the towns are Chesterton and Porter where there are a number of excellent restaurants, shops and cultural attractions. We are one hour from Chicago by car or the South Shore Railroad (the nearest stop to us is Dunes Park Station).

I’m sorry but we do not allow pets or smoking. Maximum occupancy is 4 people (adults and children). Additional day guests and visitors are not permitted.

Keywords: Beach Rental, Cottage on the Beach, Beach cabins, Indiana Dunes.

Property manager

Susan Brandstetter
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

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

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

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Additional day or overnight guests are NOT permitt
All guests 18 years and older must sign a Waiver a

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chesterton

Located on the beach, this cottage is in Porter Beach, a neighbourhood in Chesterton. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery and Cleveland Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Porter, IN

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 2 min drive - 1.1 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 6 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 7 min drive - 4.5 km
  • Dune Acres Beach - 11 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Lake View Beach - 15 min drive - 12.4 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Original George's Gyros Spot - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Indiana Dunes 2-Bedroom Beach Rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Indiana Dunes 2-Bedroom Beach Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Indiana Dunes 2-Bedroom Beach Rental?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Indiana Dunes 2-Bedroom Beach Rental 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 (3.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 51 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Kevin G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Getaway to dunes.
Great for enjoying the beach! Cozy place in a quirky older dune community right on the beach. Susan was a good host. A few things to note that I didn’t fully catch in the description; the Property is bottom floor of a modified two story structure ( top floor is also rented out), laundry is a couple coin operated units a few steps away from the rental, and you’ll need to be ready for hauling luggage and groceries up and down the stairs from the parking area at top of dune. If you are good with that, you’ll have a blast.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Krishna R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
lovl
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Anniversary getaway
We celebrated our anniversary with a past minute getaway and chose this place. We were not disappointed! Beautiful place, excellent view, and we will return!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
An oasis close to home
This rental was one of the best locations we have ever stayed. The cottage was right on the beach and had all the comforts of home. The host has thought of just about everything and has provided it, including beach chairs, kayaks, sand toys, and much more. There were two things that were not mentioned in the description, but were mentioned in the comments: you park at the top of a steep hill, and have to walk down many wooden steps to reach the cottage. We would have packed differently if we had seen that in the description. The description did not mention that this cottage was located below another rental. Luckily, our upstairs neighbors were fairly quiet, and we mostly heard the floor creaking when they walked in and a little bit of muffled sound from the television. We normally do not find issue with the taste of water in most places that we have traveled, but we struggled with the taste of the well water. You may want to pick up some bottled water for drinking. The state park is literally just a walk down the beach. We hiked two days in the state park and it was fantastic. Unfortunately we did not make it to the national park. We definitely plan to come back in the future. Our host not only provided suggestions of hikes, but also some great restaurants. She was super responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Birding Festival Weekend
My son (who is 11) and I were in town for the birding festival and were so lucky to have been able to book this lovely cottage. It is literally on the beach, surrounded by sand and gorgeous views. It was so peaceful and we loved listening to the waves from the private deck! We will definitely be back next year and hopefully before!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

J L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect!
Fantastic place. Susan was an awesome host and the place was clean and comfortable. Great views and access to the lake.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anjum N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
stay
Very nice and comfortable stay, ir will be nice if you add dishwasher :)
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect little cottage on the lake!
Really enjoyed our stay! The location is beautiful and peaceful. Hope to be able to come back again sometime!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

CARTER M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous views
This is such a relaxing and beautiful property. The views are incredible. Such a quiet and serene property. I cannot wait to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ashley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great solo getaway
The cottage was cute and clean, great location and Susan and Erica were wonderful hostesses.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

8/10 Good

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family getaway
We enjoyed our stay. Very clean property, beautiful beach, quiet neighborhood. The furniture is older but with small children it worked well for us. Read the details carefully. The trek down the stairs to the property is no joke!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Terry P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome !!!!
I can't say enough about the owner and the property itself. You are right on the lake with a view and location that is unbeatable in my opinion. The property was absolutely spotless, I loved Susan (owner) sharing the history of the property and was accessible to any questions. Excellent location to any area attractions...but you won't want to leave the property because of the peaceful surroundings and view. Will be back without a doubt.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cari B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful beachfront property
Would definitely stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Linda W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our amazing vacay
When we looked at renting on the lakeshore we didn’t know and understand exactly how these home rentals operate - tourists, newbies! We loved it immediately! Right at the beach and lake in a home obviously loved by the owners. The way the vintage and the up to date blended was perfect for us. We felt comfortable Susan would help us with whatever we might need. We highly recommend this property and owner/manager. The Wennings
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Madison P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway
This was our second stay at this location. We love the proximity to the lake - wonderful views from all the windows and access right outside the door. Susan is always so easy to work with!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical!
This place is paradise ! We had a wonderful stay and every morning and evening was a blast with amazing sunrises and sunsets. The outside is just surreal and so beautiful. Walking distance by the beach to the national Park was such a great opportunity to hike. The bungalow is super nice and cosy, views are exceptional!! Only downside for us : you have someone above your head... just pray they are considerate people, like the neighbors we had.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Janet D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best beach vacation
The cottage is right on Lake Michigan with private beach area. Rooms were comfortable and up to date. Only downside is the steps to get up and down dune. Two sisters as owners were very polite and responsive to any needs
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Molly C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Can't wait to go back. Breathtaking views!
Overall our stay was great despite some cold weather. The views from the units are amazing. Wonderful customer service and clean. Everything you need for a relaxing vacation. Can't wait to go back in the summer. The stairs to/from are many. We'd have packed lighter had we realized.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laryl F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Treasure
This property was clean, peaceful, and cozy. The location was great; walk out the door and you literally are on the beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage on the beach
The cottage is clean and as described.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun winter getaway
Awesome views of the lake. Lots of stairs to get down to the property from the parking area but it was manageable. Inside was clean and fit well with our small group. Property owner was always available to answer questions and give local advice.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Miriam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy Spot Right on the Lake
Easy to work with the owner via text. We met the owner outside and masked in order to know where to park and how to access the unit. Unit was very clean, cozy, with good view of the lake. As others have pointed out, there are about two flights of stairs in order to access the rental. To note - the room with twin beds has french doors to the living area, a window on the side (by the kitchen), and a door and two small windows to the other bedroom. The views, being right on the water, and walking distance to the dunes (state park) really made our stay worthwhile.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Meredith W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great trip
We were not expecting the beautiful view. What a great place!!! It had everything we needed for a fantastic get-away!
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Erinlee S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beach House Getaway
This house is perfect!!! There are gorgeous views out of every window, it’s right on the beach and it’s the perfect size. My mother and I stayed here for a week and were sad to leave! There are serious steps to get in and out of the property so it’s not for anyone who struggles with mobility. But it was perfect for us! It was clean, well appointed and a great size. I want to book it again immediately! You just feel like you are practically in the lake.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close, Comfy, Clean!
Impressed with the care around cleaning, including all beds with hospital corners, every towel perfectly in place, frig and stove pristine. Right on the water with great set up of chairs, bonfire, kayak if you want, and a half mile walk to enter the Dunes park for free. Comfortable and convenient get away!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2020

About the host

Hosted by Susan Brandstetter

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The cottages have been in our family for 3 generations and almost 100 years.

Why they chose this property

What makes this property unique

Our cottages are right on the beach. There is nothing between you and the lake except beach. You can walk on the beach for miles in either direction. From the cottage or the beach you can watch the sun set behind the skyline of Chicago or watch a beautiful lightening storm cross the lake.

Languages:

English

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