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The Victorian Carriage House. Built in 1880, this restored cottage is a charmer.

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Bathroom
Room
Private kitchen
Interior detail

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Blue Chip Casino
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Washington Park Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Single Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

The Victorian Carriage House. Built in 1880, this restored cottage is a charmer.

Sitting in a private fenced yard with off-street parking, this Victorian cottage is only six blocks from the lake and close to the mall and the casino. Pick your own fresh salad from our herb garden.

Property manager

Michael Stevens

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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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
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

About the area

Michigan City

Michigan City is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Oasis Splash Pad and Washington Park Zoo are also worth visiting.
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Trail Creek - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.9 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 12 min walk
  • Michigan City Station - 14 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Game - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Victorian Carriage House. Built in 1880, this restored cottage is a charmer. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at The Victorian Carriage House. Built in 1880, this restored cottage is a charmer.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Victorian Carriage House. Built in 1880, this restored cottage is a charmer.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Victorian Carriage House. Built in 1880, this restored cottage is a charmer. located?

Situated in Michigan City, this cottage is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Charles R. Westcott Park and within 3 miles (5 km) of Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Barker Mansion and Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets are also within 10 minutes. Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop is 12 minutes by foot and Michigan City Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 12 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 23 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

7.8/10

Location

8.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chris C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Vacation
It was an older property but was a great place to say! I would stay here again! So close to everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

noel l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just right
Nice little place. Close to everything
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Danielle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
83rd birthday
The place was very accessible to our needs .. The beaches we chose were great.. It was nice to be in
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Gmc C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little house
Great location, close to everything important, beaches, grocery store, Zorn brewery. :-)
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage in the Dunes
Quaint cottage, dog friendly with a secured yard, and easy access to the Indiana Dunes National Park.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute, Private, and Close to Everything
While the place could use a good dusting, it had everything we needed for a great weekend. The owner was friendly and prompt.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice little place
Nice clean place, just be ready for unlevel floors, it is an 1880 house after all. We loved the fresh tomatoes on the vines! Loved the vintage feel!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Franklin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the beach and zoo
Probably better suited for smaller parties. We had 6 adults plus the dog. Nice fenced in yard and close to the beach which was the most important part of our stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and convenient
Just a quick weekend stay. Perfect. Great location and very comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Susan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage!
We had a lovely time at this place, it was perfect for a weekend getaway and spending time with friends.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

6/10 Okay

Thomas H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
T
Property need more description regarding property.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

6/10 Okay

Kaitlyn D.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Peaceful stay
We have a great time. The owner was very accommodating and responsive.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Conveniently Located Property
Convenient place to stay. Close to beach and down town district. Property comforablely housed our party of 4 adults with room for one more adult.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Michigan City
Great accommodations. Close to everything
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Patrick A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect weekend getaway
Everything was perfect. The house was awesome. The owner was kind amd even brought us some fresh tomatoes. Could not recommend a better place for a weekend at the beach!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jenny L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to the Beach
This property was very close to the beach. It had the basic’s available. Not so kid friendly but we made it doable. Owner was very pleasant and communicated throughout the stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Jessica W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Short stay
The property owner was very nice a stayed communicating. When I’m renting a place I would rather not be bothered and contact owner as needed. It was clean except tub with a patch hair on drain. 2nd bathroom was small but doable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Whitney F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Space
We enjoyed our short stay! The host was very kind, helpful and attentive. This old cottage has a lot of charm! It's definitely old though, so there are some understandable characteristics that go along with it. It's in a good location. The neighborhood seems to be in a transitional stage. Love the art district. Close to the beach. Close to the outlet mall. Good restaurants, bars, coffee shops nearby~ within minutes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Lisa F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Crooked Carriage House
It was close to the wedding venue I was attending, the outlet mall and Blue ChipCasino. The home is old and therefore the foundation is noticeably tilted and leaning. It was difficult to get used to and would not be suitable for someone with balance issues.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

2/10 Terrible

Brenda S.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Uninhabitable.
We were only in the house for about 25 minutes and decided it was uninhabitable and could not stay. Property description was not at all accurate. It does not meet minimum rental/hotel standards. It is not a vintage charmer. Would recommended against staying at this property.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Theresa K.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Adequate for the weekend
Overall, the property was as described online. It is historic and charming, however, I didn't realize my mother would be uncomfortable with the slightly sloping floors, so that was unfortunate. The house was tidy, but I don't think it had been used in a bit because there were spiders and webs in the corners. The property was fenced in and felt safe, but some of the surrounding buildings were in disrepair and made the neighborhood feel a little bit sketchy. Again, probably ok for me, but Mom felt uneasy. Host was very attentive! He met us at the property and showed us everything. He texted once to check on us and I thought that was very kind. Overall, it met our needs for the weekend, but I won't try to bring my mom back there.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Ron S., Madison, Wi

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Leaves much to be desired
Understanding that we made this reservation just 9 days in advance, by that point there was little to choose from, and that this is an historic house, it left much to be desired in terms of cleanliness and maintenance. We've had over 30 home rental experiences and this is among very few that we would not return to again. The owner was very communicative and pleasant to deal with, and had our stay been longer or one in which we were spending more time in the house, we would have pursued more with him in terms of correcting areas needing attention. While the price was very competitive in terms of other properties in the area, we4 felt it still was overpriced in terms of what we got.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

2/10 Terrible

Liz F.

Liked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication, location
For your safety please do not stay here.
Check in was a tad different than any of our other VRBO stays. We had to text Michael to meet us at the property so that he could unlock the padlock. The property is in a pretty run down area of town, so that might explain the padlock. Michael seemed friendly & personable. He showed us around the property and answered questions we had about the area. Upon arrival, we noticed a strong chemical smell, but thought that it might just be because the property had been closed up. We opened windows, doors & started fans. A few of us left the property for about an hour and and when we returned the members of my family that had stayed at the house were extremely ill from the smell. It was absolutely toxic. It smelled like hardwood floors had been refinished. We text Michael, he eventually responded that it was Pine Sol. I use Pine Sol at my home. This was not Pine Sol. I explained that we had to leave for the safety of our family. We certainly wanted to be fair & offered to pay half. This is where I get disappointed. Michael seemed to have been friendly upon arrival. However, when we reached out to VRBO to explain that we needed to leave, they said that he would need to cancel the reservation on his end for the reimbursement to take place. He refused. VRBO explained that he was still being pd his half, but in order for reimbursement to take place on my end he needed to cancel stay (from host end). He still refused. I reached out to him several times w/o response.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

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