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Lakefront w/ your own sandy beach! Sleeps 17. Family friendly! NO PETS

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Living area
Living area
Terrace/patio
Exterior
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 17345.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Hot tub
  • Pool

Explore the area

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400 Beachwalk Ln, Michigan City, IN, 46360
  • Washington Park Beach
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Washington Park Zoo
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Blue Chip Casino
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪14 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 17)

Bunk bed room

2 Single Bunk Beds

Master on main floor

1 King Bed

Master on top floor

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

Office 1

2 Double Beds

Queen in basement

1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Futon

Queen on main floor

1 Queen Bed

4 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 4

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Lakefront w/ your own sandy beach! Sleeps 17. Family friendly! NO PETS

What makes us special? Our rental is privately owned and managed by 1 family and this is our ONLY vacation rental. If you are sick of the cookie cutter rentals that have basic necessities and basic cleaning practices then we are here to make your stay comfortable and unique to you! We don't settle for anything less than what we would want out of a vacation home for our family. If you have a special request that falls outside of our stay requirements, just send me a message and we can try to make something work out!

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Welcome to “Take It Easy.” Purchased and recently updated in March 2023! Right as you enter the community of Beachwalk, the rainbow of homes welcomes you with feelings of joy and excitement. You may spot the community heated pool, sand volleyball court, basketball court, tennis court, multiple parks and soo much more! Our beautiful home is located quietly in the back of the community RIGHT on Lake Kai. There are only a few homes in Beachwalk that offer waterfront and a private sandy beach! In the home an array of windows throughout the 3 floors allows for stunning natural light and GORGEOUS picturesque views of the lake. We are locals and have lived in the NW Indiana and SW Michigan area our whole lives. We are so proud of our little piece of paradise, and we can’t wait for you to experience it for yourself!

Sorry but we DO NOT ALLOW ANY PETS in our home. We love our animals too but we must be respectful to our renters with allergies. If we find that you have snuck a pet in you will be asked to leave with no refund.

We value your sense of security so we just added an ADT Security system and coded front door keypad that will be changed with every new renter. We will send you the code right before your stay. Beachwalk offers their own security that patrols the community as well. It is a very safe area but it’s nice to know these things are offered.

The main floor offers a dining table, fully stocked kitchen with utensils, dishes, cups, coffee makers (both drip and Keurig), paper towels, garbage bags, baby high chair, double dishwasher, countertop seating, open floorplan living room, TV with Firestick, a two way fireplace that also opens onto the fully screened in porch! Newly refreshed with brand new screens, paint, ceiling fans, extra large dining table that seats 12, rugs, and a cozy outdoor couch to snuggle around the fireplace. Steps head down from this porch directly to the private sandy beach and Lake Kai. Back on the main floor we have a full bathroom with tub/shower combo, all the linens, blow dryer, hotel sized shampoo, conditioner, body wash, bar soap, and lotion. The commode area is separated behind a door. This bathroom opens directly into the main hallway and also into a bedroom with a Queen size bed. Down the hall is ONE of the master bedrooms with a King size bed and two bathrooms inside including one with just the commode and sink and the other with a large glass walk in shower and sink. All of the bathrooms in the home are fully stocked with the items I mentioned in the first bathroom description. We’ve also included 2 baby gates for the stairs, 2 pack n plays with sheets, 1 mini crib, and 1 baby bath seat.

Upstairs you’ll be welcomed into the loft area that overlooks the main floor. We have two cozy futons that open into Full size beds, a sweet window surrounded nook that has the best view of the lake. We added a two couches to enjoy quiet mornings sipping coffee when the weather isn’t “deck ready,” chatting with your loved ones or snuggled up reading a book! Right next to the nook you can head out to the second story deck. We just replaced all the wooden decking with composite decking for comfort and durability. This deck is not covered so it’s the place to be to lay out and enjoy the sun! It also has a gas outdoor fireplace and on outdoor couch for a cozy spot to sit and enjoy your favorite drink and look up at the stars. The second master bedroom is right down the hall and features a King size bed, a twin bed, TV with firestick and attached large bathroom with HUGE all glass shower complete with multiple spray nozzles. There is a second door in the bathroom for hallway access.

Downstairs on the ground floor you’ll find the laundry room stocked with a new washer and dryer, detergent and dryer sheets, slop sink, and an extra fridge. Down the hall is a bathroom with a shower, the bunk room with a bunk of two Twins and a bunk of two Fulls, a smaller bedroom with Queen bed, a futon and TV with firestick. A large living room with two couches, games and puzzles, a TV with firestick, and a brand new air hockey/ping pong table. You can head outside to the concrete patio to relax in the shade, enjoy our brand new HOT TUB, cook on the new gas grill, or enjoy your private sandy beach and fire pit! We are located right next to the brand new bocce ball court, shuffle board court and kayak and paddleboard rentals! They are free to rent with your Beachwalk Community wristbands! Make sure to hold your spot by visiting funatbeachwalk.com to sign up for a timeslot to play or paddle! Right from our beach you can walk down the boardwalk along the lake to the community pool, splashpad, sand volleyball court, clubhouse with observation deck, pool table, ping pong table, inside and outside decks, big screen TV, and the communities very own restaurant called the Beach Hut. Just a little bit farther down you will walk down the white boardwalk to the beach and Lake Michigan! We have a wagon to help haul down those beach must haves and 8 beach chairs!

FISHING! You can fish dawn to dusk on the main fishing pier at 234 Beachwalk Lane and in the ponds at Waterfall Park and Putting Green Park. You can also fish the pier located directly next to our house but you will need to do it before the kayak rentals start at 8:00am. You can fish off the beach in our back yard at anytime too of course.

Golf Cart rentals are a breeze through the community’s approved vendor LanCam. You will call them directly at (219) 929-9221 to book your cart and schedule the drop off date.

Wristbands are needed for anyone above the age of 4 to use any of the community amenities. Please give James the total number of wristbands needed before your stay.

Parking passes are required for any vehicle parked within the community. Our home offers enough room in our driveway to fit two vehicles side by side and one perpendicular in front of them. Thankfully we are only 75 yards away from the large overflow lot for any vehicles that won’t fit.

- Absolutely NO smoking in the home. Any cigarette butts found around the property will result in a loss of $50 per cigarette butt found of your security deposit.

-Must be at least 30 years old and present for the duration of the stay to reserve.

-Beachwalk has a strong policy on no fireworks.

-Please be respectful to our neighbors and community.

We look forward to a wonderful future with our home and with you! Let us formally welcome you to Take It Easy.

Property manager

James Garrison
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Pool
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 30
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Portable crib, highchair, 2 baby gates in closet
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
All music and loud noise must stop by 11:00pm.
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 17
Note from host: All music and loud noise must stop by 11:00pm.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a security system, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this holiday home is on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Sheridan Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 4 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 6 min drive - 3.9 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 11 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Lakefront w/ your own sandy beach! Sleeps 17. Family friendly! NO PETS have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Lakefront w/ your own sandy beach! Sleeps 17. Family friendly! NO PETS pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakefront w/ your own sandy beach! Sleeps 17. Family friendly! NO PETS?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lakefront w/ your own sandy beach! Sleeps 17. Family friendly! NO PETS?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lakefront w/ your own sandy beach! Sleeps 17. Family friendly! NO PETS located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michigan City holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Kai and Lake Michigan. Sand Castle Park and Waterfall Park are also within 5 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 24 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jose T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome family stay
Place was perfect for a family gathering.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rick V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th of July Weekend with Family and Grand kids
House was just a pictured, we have been at Beach walk for the last 5 years and this was/is the best of the best for us. Spacious with a great location and very clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jean D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Home in Beachwalk
This house was perfect for our family; 6 adults and 4 children under 6. The home was spotless and well appointed with everything we needed. The yard was huge and included a fire pit and hot tub. I highly recommend this property,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shannon H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
We had 7 adults and 4 kids, ages 2-4.5, and the house was great for everyone! As a parent of toddlers, we appreciated all of the “kid” stuff the house had to offer: pack & play, toys, gates, step stools! The area is really cute and we’d definitely come back! James was really responsive and easy to communicate with!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristi H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing
Amazing property and owners! Had a wonderful visit. The house had everything we needed and more!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laurie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Getaway
Beautiful property! Can’t say enough about the house and Danielle, the manager! Our family of 15 would love to go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful property and property manager!!
The home was exactly as described. Even better in person that it looked on the listing!! There were a couple of minor issues that I communicated to Danielle and she was very quick to respond - all was worked out quickly. We are hoping to stay again next year. This is the third house we've had at Beachwalk and the family consensus is that it is the best one yet!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Take it easy was so right
Loved this property. We had so much fun here. Take it easy so right for us. And we did take it easy ❤️
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maureen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect house
Absolutely perfect with caring owners. Everything very clean and well appointed and updated! Hope to go back next year!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kent Joan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding weekend
This property was perfect for our family! We were attending a destination wedding where LOTS of family flew in. This home was fantastic with lots of room for everyone. We had one day where family with children came to play at the lake and neighborhood pool. The home was just as described and the location better than expected. The host was very prompt to respond to questions. We would very highly recommend this property.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Crystal A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Property
My family and I rented this lovely property to celebrate the holidays. It is very spacious and was able to accommodate our large group. The owner was very easy to work with and even allowed us to check in early. Although we stayed during the winter, the amenities were perfect for summer, so we plan on rented again when the temps are a bit warmer.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

LuAnn M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nonnies Birthday celebration!!!
The home itself was in a perfect location and we loved the enclosed patio. It was well stocked for a family of 13. The home needs some repairs etc: bedroom fan, stove fan, stove light, regulating shower water temperature. We also loved the little town setting.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Gillian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Nice place
We have stayed in the Beachwalk area many times and love the location and ammenities. We did have some issues with this house (dishwasher broke mid way through our stay) and the house manager was prompt to respond but didn’t fix the problem. There were also lots of “workers” who would show up which was a little disruptive. Overall nice place.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marion N., Houston TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beachwalk
Our family had an awesome time at the house. It is perfectly located, lots of activities around and the beach Is in walking distance. The owner even got us some gates, a bed and a high chair for our baby.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thanksgiving and Family
8 adults and 5 kids, plenty of room to accommodate our group, very comfy beds. Kitchen/seating worked out fine for our Thanksgiving dinner. Great view, hot tub was enjoyable. Would definately return
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

MARY K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Take it Easy is exactly what it means.
Everything is is clean, updated and so homey. I’d definitely go back. Great place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Perfect Spot!
Our family of 11 fit very well into this home located in the most ideal location in all of Beachwalk! We had back door access to everything on Lake Kai, as well as the shuffleboard and bocce ball courts! The house had all the essentials we needed and more! We enjoyed the screened in porch and the wonderful kid-friendly basement. Clear communication with the property manager was much appreciated. We'd love to come back again!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surprise 50th for my husband
Easy to check in. So close to all the things! Friendly staff at the boat house! Well stocked with all the things!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Spot to “Take it Easy”
Being a native of NC and growing up with NC beaches I didn’t expect Lake Michigan to have a wow factor. I was completely wrong and what made everything perfect was our home away from home Take it Easy. Spacious house, well stocked, first class service, and its location never left us entertainment. Fishing, kayaking, paddle boats, fire pit, and so much more all at your fingertips. The walk to Lake Michigan to see the Sunset was 5 minutes.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic week
The property is fantastic. Multiple living areas so there are spaces to be together and apart. Multiple patio and deck areas and private beach area was enjoyed by all ages.Bathrooms are beautiful. Location location location - house is next to bocci ball and kayaks yet amazingly quiet. The huge screened in porch was our favorite gathering place. Great family vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New year getaway
We had a great time at the house! Very spacious but there is not enough space for dining inside the house, we had to arrange the table. But everything else was nice. We had a room for everyone. The kitchen is equipped with everything that we need. Perfect getaway not far from Chicago! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful :)
The area is perfect for families with a wide age range of people to entertain. The house is clean, comfortable and spacious and really comfortably fit our large group. You look out the window onto a beautiful peaceful lake… if the kids had let me sit still I’d have stayed on that porch with a glass of wine all day :). Our host Danielle went above and beyond and was super lovely in general. A lot of little touches to make the stay extra special!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nilesh K., Naperville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Would do it again!
Th property was a perfect gateway for our family gathering with 2 toddlers. Only 2 hours away from Chicago, the property is tucked away in a nice colony facing a small lake that made it a very relaxing and enjoyable weekend for everyone. The property is very well maintained, clean with everything under the sun - Daniele was extremely responsive with every query I made even before we checked in, and during our stay. She was very welcoming host, and made our stay very comfortable. We would love to come back again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family vacation home
Our group of 10 really enjoyed the property and all of the Beachwalk amenities. Less than 10 minutes stroll to lake Michigan beach. Heated community pool was great, especially in early season when Lake Michigan was a little chilly. Meals on the screened in porch off the kitchen were just fabulous with the view of lake Kai. Hot tub was great. Fire pit was a fun spot as well. Parking was easy with space for 4 vehicles at house and an additional overflow lot less than 2 minute walk from front door. Owner was very helpful in check in process and resolving the most minor of issues. Communication was fantastic. We look forward to returning.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Claire R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location and home for family reunion!
Our stay here was just amazing! We had a group of 11, including children ranging in age from 1 to 12 years. Sleeping arrangements were perfect, and there was something for everyone to do, from shuffleboard and kayak rental next door, to the park less than a 2 min walk away, to the gorgeous Lake Michigan beach. Children of all ages were easily entertained and happy, and adults could relax and vacation easily as well. Gatherings around the fire pit were a hit, and the outdoor seating allowed everyone to eat dinner together nightly. Danielle was a lovely and responsive host, and the house itself was comfortable, clean, and lovely. We have stayed in many homes in Beachwalk over the years, and this one by far fit our family and all the different ages and interests best! We cannot wait to come back for our next family reunion!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by James Garrison

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James and Katie Garrison are full-time licensed Realtors in Michigan and Indiana and lifetime residents of Southwest Michigan and Northwest Indiana. We live and work in one of the most beautiful areas and wanted to help others to experience this little slice of paradise! We are dedicated to making this home the best experience for you and your loved ones.

Why they chose this property

When we saw this property hit the market, we knew we had to have it! Beachwalk is such a gorgeous community with amenities that make it far superior to any other around. Our personal home is only 10 minutes away so this made it a perfect spot for us to be readily available to our renters.

What makes this property unique

Some of the things that made us fall in love with this home is the location! It is directly ON Lake Kai with it's own beach area. There are a lot of properties in Beachwalk, but only a few that are directly on the Lake and have a full sandy beach! The home itself is bright and beautiful on the inside. When we go on vacation we want to be in a space that is bright, clean, somewhere our kids can run and play without fear of breaking something, open layout for spending time together, both outdoor and indoor spaces to relax, parking on site, waterfront views, and walking distance to fun activities. This home hit the mark and soo much more!

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