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Sunset Hideaway - A Beachfront Bungalow

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Jacuzzi tub in main bedroom overlooking lake
Lakefront with kayaks and paddle boards (use at own risk)
Ask me about adding on the "Romance Package" to your stay. The package is complimented with champagne, tea-lights, and rose petals. Perfect for honeymoons, engagements, and couple getaways.
Porch with seating area overlooking the lake
Lakefront with kayaks and paddle boards (use at own risk)

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
1+ bathroomSleeps 480.3 sq m

Popular amenities

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

Explore the area

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La Porte, IN
  • Pine Lake
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • La Porte Hospital
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Legacy Hills Golf Club
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • La Porte, IN (LPO-La Porte Municipal)
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Sunset Hideaway - A Beachfront Bungalow

Here is your relaxing, beachfront retreat. The beach is your backyard during your stay with sunset and lake views. The private beach is perfect to view from the back patio, indoor porch, or the romantic swing set. Each room in the home has views of Pine Lake in this "tucked away" home. Enjoy the fire pit outside or the inside fireplace to stay warm and cozy.

A short drive away is Soldier's Memorial Park with a public beach, walking trails, and public playground. Close to downtown La Porte, you are minutes away from local and chain restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, etc. This property is about 25 minutes away from Lake Michigan. 5 minutes away is Fox Memorial Park with a public beach, walking trails, and a playground.

Sunset Hideaway has Wifi, a washer, dryer, and dishwasher.
If you need any assistance with appliances, the lockbox, or anything else with the property, please contact the property manager.

This home is tucked away in between a few homes on the lake, but has the comfort of privacy being further away from the main road and trees/ fences for added privacy. Surrounding homes do not obstruct the views of the lake.

NOTE: DO NOT TRUST YOUR GPS. IT WILL TAKE YOU DOWN THE WRONG ROAD.

Head SOUTH on Highway 35 (Pine Lake Ave).

Turn right onto Waverly Rd.

Slow down after you see Closser Ave, the home is coming up on the right after the bend in the road.

The driveway is between 325 Waverly Rd and 327 Waverly Rd. You'll see a green pole sticking up from the ground at the end of the driveway.

NOTE: THE HOME CANNOT BE SEEN FROM WAVERLY ROAD. The home is directly behind 327 Waverly Rd.

You can park in front of the shed near the fence.

The property is small and intimate. It is a single level 2 bedroom home with a combined living/ dining space. Not ideal for kids. There is an attached bathroom in one of the bedrooms. There is another half bathroom off the kitchen. The home features a back enclosed porch with two sitting chairs for your morning coffee. Because of limited space, the kitchen does not have a lot of counter space and has the washer and dryer under some butcher block counters. One of the bedrooms has a jacuzzi tub in the bedroom overlooking the lake.

Ubers and Lifts are limited to none in La Porte.

Enterprise Rental Cars is about 10 minutes from the property.
South Shore Line Train (best for travel to Chicago) is about 20 minutes away in Michigan City.

Property manager

Ashlan Siford
Premier Host

Languages

Dutch

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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: 24
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Must be at least 24 years old to book. Booker must stay at property.
Guest must agree to rental conditions and fill out pre-arrival form in order to get access to the property.

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

La Porte

Located in La Porte, this holiday home is on the beach. Thaddeus C. Gallery and Dennis F. Smith Amphitheater are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Pine Lake Plaza and Lakeside Plaza. Friendship Botanic Gardens and Minden Bog are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
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La Porte, IN

What's nearby

  • Pine Lake - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • La Porte Hospital - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Horseshoe Lake - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Legacy Hills Golf Club - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo - 23 min drive - 20.7 km

Getting around

  • New Buffalo Station - 18 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Culver's - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Round The Clock Restaurant - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Sunset Hideaway - A Beachfront Bungalow pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sunset Hideaway - A Beachfront Bungalow?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Sunset Hideaway - A Beachfront Bungalow?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Sunset Hideaway - A Beachfront Bungalow located?

Nestled on the beach, this La Porte holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Pine Lake, Hennessy Wetland and Soldiers Memorial Park. Stone Lake Beach and Stone Lake are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 24 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 24 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 24 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 24 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Indiana’s best kept secret!
Everything about this place is amazing. The listing does not do it justice. You feel out of the way but you’re right next to everything. Peaceful, breathtaking sunsets! Incredibly comfortable beds & bedding. I am so thankful I have accidentally stumbled across La Porte. Leaving this little slice of heaven was the hardest part. This was a stay I won’t soon forget! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brad A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Break from stress
This was the perfect house for a break from the stresses of everyday life. A calm, Zen-like atmosphere with a simple, yet intentional and functional layout made the house feel somehow bigger than it actually is. I can imagine in warmer weather the lake feeling like it's right outside the back door. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 30 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful lake house
Excellent stay. The lake in the morning was amazing. Comfortable and close to everything. Kind of tiny bathrooms but workable.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
R & R
Every time I thought about the need for something I discovered / found it. The only thing we would have liked if there was use of pillow protectors on the bed pillows instead of just pillowcases. Waiting for dates to open to book future stay! :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Matt T.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous Sunsets
This cozy lake cottage was perfect for my husband and me. It is right on Pine Lake with a wonderful ake view and spectacular sunsets. Having 2 bathrooms was so nice. The outdoor seating was ideal. It was quiet and safe. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mindy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
cut and cozy
We had a nice cozy 2 night stay. Would have enjoyed more time for sure. We will be back. thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Theresa R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and nice, relaxing stay!
My girlfriends and I had a wonderful time at the Sunset Hideaway in La Porte! Everything we needed was there plus some. The location was SUPERB! The park, the paths, THE WATERFRONT… amazing! And that jacuzzi… mm mm mm! So relaxing. We just have a few recommendations for management: Regarding the lake toys (kayaks, paddle boards), we were really looking forward to using them but they were filthy inside. We tried cleaning them but couldn’t get enough of the plant life/bugs out to be comfortable enough to use them. The paddle board let in water due to holes, so every time we used it, we would have to lift it to let out the water. It was heavy and took a long time standing there holding it upright to empty it. It’s a great idea to have a rack for these items. There is poison ivy lined by the stones as you step down to get to the dock entry that should be removed- BE CAREFUL! The gas grill instructions should be more clear to simply say ‘press start only’. And then, with the propane stuck in the on position, that doesn’t feel safe? The first night we weren’t able to use the grill because of not being aware of this and not receiving a response about it until the next day (in person), so I had to pivot with the dinner I made for us. Lastly, the wet, water logged flower stamp on the toilet paper rolls for presentation- cute idea, but the wet part feels icky considering what we’re wiping, lol! Catch my drift? Oh and speaking of drift- GO TO DRIFT ON PINE! Great rooftops :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

2/10 Terrible

Noelle F.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Property
So peaceful and tranquil. The tub overlooking the lake was the best. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The kitchen is stocked with spices and coffee for the Keurig. Plenty of pots, pans, and blenders for cooking to your heart's desire. We are glad that we chose this property for our getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Kathryn S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
A lovely weekend getaway
We really enjoyed our time at this property! The lake was beautiful and it was great to take in the fall views before winter comes. There were a few disappointing things that ultimately didn’t too negatively effect our trip. Unfortunately, the jacuzzi tub’s plug didn’t fully close, so you couldn’t use it since it wouldn’t fill properly. There was a water filter there that was confusing to try to use, but the tap water was completely fine. The neighbors were also doing some pretty loud construction on our second day so it was a little loud. The kitchen has to be one of the best stocked in a rental I’ve been to! We did a lot of cooking and it had most things you would want to use in a kitchen and then some. We brought a lot of things assuming we would need it, but ended up not needing to use our own kitchen items! I think with a few small repairs and a good deep clean this place would’ve been absolutely perfect. Overall, we had an amazing time getting away for the weekend and were so grateful to enjoy it in such a beautiful spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Sweet Respite Spot
We took a short trip to plunk down by the water and celebrate our anniversary. The lake is beautiful and clear, and the proximity to Soldier's Park was great to take walks. The home itself has tight quarters, but perfect for a couple. Really all you need. The sun porch was great to sit, read, play the ukelele they had on premises (thank you for that!) and make up songs. We had some confusion about the portable dishwasher since we'd never operated one before, but the property manager was very helpful and quick to respond. It's a sweet little place!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jake B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
LaPorte Stay
It was a great little house. Beautiful view of the lake right off back porch. There was a great paved walking trail right across the street that went around the lake. LaPorte seemed like a great town. Very friendly people. You must eat at Trattoria Enzo. Amazing!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyed staying on the lake
Came to show my partner, my hometown
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christopher H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house for a short trip
While the quarters are tight - worked perfectly for a short weekend with our young kids. Great access for the young kids to play in the sand on the beach, and enjoy the sunset on the porch!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

jennifer h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best weekend!
I have to say this was the perfect place! It’s so beautiful and private. Everything is so convenient in the area. Can’t say enough how I would recommend renting this place!! No joke! I can’t wait to go back!!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

peter m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute little home right on the lakefront
The property location was phenomenal. It was right on the water and there was great water activities and very close to town. Would definitely go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Disliked: Communication, location
Lakeside getaway
Cozy cabin on a busy lake. Close to La Porte. Disappointed in VRBO customer service on explaining how to pay for this rental. Caused a lot of back/forth with property manager as VRBO call center was unhelpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dwight S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage
Cute little cottage great view of lake pine
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

jacob v.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sunset Hideaway
The three day getaway at this fantastic property is just what my family needed. Plenty of water activity fun to be had. House is quaint but newly remodeled it seems and cute as a button. All household necessities one would require are provided. Paddle board and kayaks available for lake adventures. Sunsets are beautiful. Close to town but also tucked away enough to feel somewhat isolated from the city which is just a hop and skip down the road. Loved the retreat and would definitely stay again. I would highly recommend renting this gem for your next family vacation or friendly outing. Thank you and maybe see you again down the road sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ann T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect vacation spot
We had a wonderful time at this cabin for our short summer vacation. Beds were comfortable and kitchen stocked with everything we needed. The lake was super clear! We explored the area along with both the Indiana Dunes State and National Parks, which were around 20-30 minutes away.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Donnie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pine Lake
Great views, quiet neighborhood and friendly neighbors. House was clean and property manager was great. Will stay there again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danette R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Way better than photos
Never been to area but dang i had no idea how beautiful. Loved the house zero problems. The lake is amazing water so clear wish we got to spend more time here and outside. We will definitely be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute property right on the water
The property was hard to find. Google nor Apple Maps could get us to the correct address - this was a little frustrating. Once we found it and got inside, we were pleased. It looked just like the photos; very clean. The WI-FI information was not updated in the guest info book nor communicated to us, so we had to reach out to the property manager. They responded quickly with the right password and we were then good to go. Check out instructions requested that we strip the bed, put all towels in the washing machine, and take out the garbage. We did all of this, but if we’re paying the “cleaning fee” this seemed a bit excessive. Overall, this was a good place to stay. It would have been even more enjoyable if we could have taken advantage of the outdoor area to enjoy being by the water, but it was an incredibly cold weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Angela C., Erie

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Little Cottage
It was the perfect place for our family to meet up and stay. Warm and cozy in the winter.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

About the host

Hosted by Ashlan Siford

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My name is Ashlan and I'm the manager for the owner. I grew up in La Porte and often enjoy the outdoor parks that our city offers. I enjoy playing Ultimate Frisbee, running, and swimming. Not only am I a property manager, but I'm also a realtor! I love being a host because I get to share my sweet city with out of town guests and share what our hometown has to offer!

Why they chose this property

The beach and views is like no other. The fire pit, kayaks, and outdoor seating are my favorite features. The Jacuzzi tub overlooking the lake is so serene!

What makes this property unique

Although small, it's a beautiful little home in a great area. Being tucked in from Waverly Rd gives a little privacy, but the convenience of being close to restaurants and stores. It's hard to find a home on the beach to rent in this area! It's peaceful and romantic.

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Dutch

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