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Vintage Beachside Cottage

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Interior
Remodeled for Summer 2019
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Washington Park Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Washington Park Zoo
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Blue Chip Casino
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Michigan City, IN (MGC-Michigan City Municipal)
    ‪11 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

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
Premier Host

Languages

English, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Supervise children at all times.
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Events

No events allowed
No high school related parties or events.
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Pets

Pets allowed
$50.00 ea. for well behaved dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors, only. Please dispose of any butts.
After acceptance, a detailed rental agreement will be sent for your review & signature.

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
Note from host: No high school related parties or events.
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 first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this cottage is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Washington Park Zoo and Canada Park are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging.
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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, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 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 ?

Checkout 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. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Michigan City Station is 22 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Amy M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location!

The cottage was so cute. We enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

Great property for spending time together.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Sarah W.

Charming cottage on the beach

We had a wonderful stay in this cottage, and found it to be perfectly equipped for our girls trip. The location is wonderful, just steps from the beach, and we hope to return in a future summer.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Christa C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

10/10 Excellent

Liza M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Christine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Michelle B.

A perfect family getaway

We had a fabulous time! This quaint cottage is steps from the beach and is located in a private, cozy setting. There was plenty of room for six of us (actually had beds to sleep eight), and the front patio area was a perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, play cards and chat. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Thank you for making this a family vacation filled with great memories.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Terri A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

8/10 Good

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

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

Julie & Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing beach vacation

This cottage is perfect for families / friends who want to enjoy the beach! Plenty of space for our group of 6, comfortable bedrooms and living space, 2 bathrooms, an awesome kitchen, and space outside for drying towels and swimsuits to head back to the beach the next day. Just walk over the dune to be on the beach - no roads to cross or parking hassles. Easy! I contacted the owner once to ask a silly question during our stay and the response was immediate. Outstanding communication throughout. Would recommend!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mary Jo F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Bud H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Eve M., Chicago, IL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Good location

Very close to beach. Great food big families
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

Hope P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Charming vintage cottage.

Amazing location. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Christina S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

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

About the host

Hosted by Brian Moore

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We are 2 families who rented for years - taking our kids to this beautiful beach. We came so often that we decided to buy and enable others to share in our wonderful experiences.

Why they chose this property

4 bedrooms, 2 baths, very close to the beach - what more could a beach lover want?

What makes this property unique

location, location, location

Languages:

English, German, Spanish

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests