INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON | House in Chesterton

10.0 (14 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  6 Guests
Chesterton House | INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON

2 Bedroom House in Chesterton

Private house situated on a corner lot in bucolic downtown Chesterton, Indiana. With all the feels that a small town has to offer, you are within 5 walking minutes from hometown hub. Downtown, you will enjoy daily shopping in our unique stores, European Vendors Market on Saturday and Upsadaisy Vendors Market on Sunday in Thomas Centennial Park. From our many antique shops, local restaurants (indoor and outdoor dining), local brewery’s, winery's and, of course, the greatest of all the great lakes, Lake Michigan within a 5-minute drive - you will not want for things to do.
LAKE MICHIGAN/BEACH: Lake Michigan offers an electic beach front for beach glass collecting, walking miles of beautiful sandy beaches, sketching, family time, exploration and hiking trails. The newly opened Duneland’s Pavillion offers a wonder menu with indoor seating, as well as a beautiful panoramic view of the lake with an outdoor balcony Skydeck open day and night. If fishing "catches" your eye - our perch and salmon fishing is some of the best around. You can book your private fishing charter out of Michigan City (a short 15 min drive) and various water sports activities, as well.
DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON ATTRACTIONS within walking distance from the house: Thomas Centennial Park, Chesterton Splashpad, Northside Diner, Peggy Sue's Diner, George's Hot-Spot, The Port Drive-In Restaurant, Gastro's Pub, Running Vines Winery, Octave Grill, Dog Days Ice Cream Parlor, The Flower Cart, Coffee Creek Park, 219Taproom, Flannery's, Irish Pub, Moth Wing Artisan studio, European Market (Saturday) , Up-sa-Daisy Market (Sunday), Buck's Bicycle shop (bicycle rentals).
FAMILY FRIENDLY ATTRACTIONS w/in SHORT DRIVING DISTANCE: 49'er Drive-In Theatre (6.3 miles), Zao Island (12.5 miles), Gabis Arboretum at Purdue Northwest (19.6 miles), Albanese candy factory (25 miles) Deep River Waterpark (21.1 miles), Fishing Charters (15 miles), Outlet Mall (14 miles), Rogers Lakewood Park (8 miles) which offers, paddle boats, disc golf, hiking, fishing, winter sledding.
TRAIN TO CHICAGO: The Dunes Park South Shore train station is 5 mins from the house with regularly scheduled trains (weekday and weekends) direct to Millennium Park in downtown Chicago. Relax on the train and spend the day in Chicago. Catch any Chicago sports game, bike the lakefront or take part in any museum or attraction that Chicago has to offer. The south Shore train has reliable/direct service while you save on the tolls and gas charges and parking charges that come with driving.
NIGHT LIFE: CASINOS. Two Casino's are within a 1/2 hour drive from the House. Driving due East, the Blue Chip Casino is a short 20-minute drive to Michigan City. About another 15 minutes down the road is the Four Winds Indian Casino in New Buffalo, MI. NIGHTCLUBS: Gastro's Pub, Fuse, Blue Chip Casino all offer dancing and nightlife
HOUSE: You will have keyless entry to the house. The code will be provided to you on the day of your arrival. Our house is fully equipped with three luxurious beds, (3) smart, Roku TV's (living room and both bedrooms), keyless entry, WI-FI (Business High-Speed) Internet, office set-up (wireless printer, shredder, desk, chair) one futon, dining table, family games, cornhole games, books, air conditioning/heating, bathroom towels, (4) beach towels, hair dryer, washer/dryer (laundry soap available), central air/heat, 10x10 tent, beach chairs, (4) fishing poles and tackle box, large outdoor sitting area with fire pit, propane grill and off-street parking. Also included is an entry pass to our Indiana Dunes State Park/Lake Michigan beachfront. KITCHEN AMENITIES: Our fully stocked and newly renovated kitchen is equipped with stainless steel appliances, toaster, coffee maker, coffee, sugar, creamer and filters, gas stove, refrigerator, microwave, utensils, pots/pans, cooking kettle, Brita water purifier, water bottles, purex bowls and baking dishes, dish service for 8, drinking, beer and wine glasses, cookie sheets, cupcake pans, measuring cup, cutting board, lighter, kitchen towels, plastic wrap, aluminum foil, and much more.
Chesterton is a train town. We have several tracks running through our town which attracts many train enthusiasts from out of town. We are so train friendly that we have a train depots, bed and breakfasts, bathrooms, restaurants, etc. Although the town council is currently working on “Quiet Zones”, the Federal law requires trains to blow their whistles when approaching intersections one of which goes through our downtown are (which is typical in most small towns).. The walls are plaster which help insulate the sound. We have ear plugs and air purifiers for the light sleepers. Native Chestertonians do not hear the whistles, but, some light sleepers, may. The house is located within steps of downtown and occasionally, at night, a train comes through but mostly through out the day time. Our hope is that you will come to love our trains as much as we do in Chesterton.
We can't wait to have you as our guest!

INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON is located in Chesterton. INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON provides accommodation, featuring Guest Services, Parking, TV, among other amenities. This House features Guest Services, Parking, TV, to make your stay a comfortable one.

INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Chesterton has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Chesterton, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • TV
  • View
  • Ocean View
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Oceanfront
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry

Policies

Event Policy Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties;maximum event attendees: 25
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out Check-out before 11:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) note from host: please attach a picture of your fur-baby. pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25 safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Reviews

J P. Aug 2, 2024 01:20:37 AM
Summary: We had a wonderful time staying in this house. Everything is clean and organized. Beds were comfy, and the host even had bed rails we could use for my two year old! We loved being so close to downtown Chesterton and close to the beaches. The Port Drive in right across the street made my kids and husband very happy, too! 10/10 would recommend!
Kelly K. Jul 29, 2024 03:52:34 AM
Summary: The house was very clean and well stocked. Close proximity to lots of attractions, we didn’t drive more than 30-40 minutes to get anywhere. Enjoyed the European market on Saturday morning. My kids loved the restaurant across the road and my husband appreciated the shower head placement, he’s 6’6” lol
Carrie Jul 25, 2024 03:21:35 AM
Summary: Property is an absolute GEM! This is one of the best properties we have ever rented- it was perfectly appointed with everything you could want including so many extras. The beds were so comfortable (the futon too!), the patio/firepit was wonderful, an entry pass to the IN State Park was included, ample beach supplies, bottled water & filtered water in the fridge and so much more. Lori was a wonderful host and communication was speedy and helpful. This rental gets an A and we look forward to a future visit!
Megan S. Jul 14, 2024 01:15:20 AM
Summary: We loved everything about our stay in Chesterton. The property was super clean and equipped with everything you would need. The hosts truly thought of everything. We had 6 people in our group and never once felt crowded. Games for kids, super fluffy towels and a great outdoor space were a few things we loved. Definitely would recommend staying here.
Renee P. Jul 11, 2023 12:18:14 AM
Summary: Lori is the most thoughtful host we have ever had in over a decade of traveling and staying at various properties around the world. Her home in Chesterton had everything you would expect from a private rental property and then some! Her attention to detail is impressive right up to the individually prepared arrival package she dropped off for our stay. She was able to accommodate a slightly early arrival (miscalculation of driving time due to time zone change) while still ensuring everything was ready for us. The town of Chesterton is a great example of small town America. The shops are a short walk from the property and worth setting aside time to explore. I could have spent an entire day in the antique bookstore alone! And breakfast at Peggy Sue’s diner is a must - Peggy Sue will get you day started on a bright note if the coffee isn’t enough. And of course, our daughter and her friend couldn’t resist visiting the Port for ice cream and root beer! We also spent a day at the beach, drove into Valparaiso for some shopping (20 mins away) an afternoon at Shedd aquarium (longer and pricier drive) and an evening at the drive-in. Needless to say, our time passed quickly and our vacation ended much too soon. If you are looking to stay in this area, you should plan your visit around Lori’s property’s availability because I don’t think you could find a better place to stay or host!
Jerry E. Oct 15, 2022 12:06:37 AM
Summary: 4 day/3 nights with the fam. Just wanted to be close to the beach. This is nice little cozy place right in town. We were able to walk to the weekend markets, and various restaurants in downtown Charlston. State Park/Beach was a short 10-15 ride. Maybe 20-25 mins to the National Park beaches to the east. Property had some nice little touches to make us feel welcome, as well as everything we needed for the weekend, including some beach toys and such. Would stay again. ✌️
Amber G. Sep 28, 2022 07:59:47 AM
Summary: Great location near Indiana Dunes and the lake. They have a park pass to use, so visit as often as you like for hiking and beach days. It is a close by drive to Chicago to get some of the best food in the states or see a show. The house was updated with stainless steal appliances and staged comfortably. The outside patio area is great for good weather days with a fire pit for marshmallows in the evenings. The cute little town has some good food at the port drive-in locationed directly across from the property and a nice bakery down the street with yummy fresh baked bread and croissants. The host is thoughtful and very helpful. We enjoyed our stay. Thank you!
Natalie T. Aug 22, 2022 09:07:29 PM
Summary: My teenage daughters and I came to Chesterton, for a long weekend, to visit family and this little gem was the perfect place for us to stay. The house is quaint and clean. The kitchen had all the essentials. Beds are comfy and the shower was hot and strong! Our favorite was the patio out back. We had family over in the mornings for coffee and in the evenings for a fire. The owner is fantastic at communicating. Couldn't have been better. Would definitely stay again!
Luis Aug 19, 2022 07:39:28 PM
Summary: Our family had a memorable vacation at this property! Very clean and felt like at home with sooo many amenities to offer! Definitely exceeded my expectations 😁 Lots to do around this area and there was a binder with very useful info about activities to do nearby, even had a DNR pass to use for entry to the National Parks. Highly recommend, you won’t be disappointed. Lori was great and very communicative. Only thing is if you are a light sleeper take ear plugs because you will hear a train at night.
mandy f. Jul 27, 2022 04:33:46 AM
Summary: This sweet house was located in the best location! Close to the beach and a short walk to restaurants and shops! Very clean and super comfy beds! Lori was great to deal with and super prompt to text messages.We’ll definitely stay again❤️

FAQ's

Is this INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON have a swimming pool?

No, this INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON?

Best-rates for the INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON starts from $304 per night with includes Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Internet, Balcony/Terrace, Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Kitchen, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Pet Friendly, Oceanfront, Sports/Activities, Guest Services, Parking, TV, Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, View, Ocean View with all other amenities. Perfect for Weddings is committed to ensuring every guest experiences a comfortable and extraordinary stay, whether planning a romantic getaway, a honeymoon, a pet-friendly stay, or celebrating with the entire wedding party.

Is INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the INDIANA DUNES/LAKE MICHIGAN/DOWNTOWN CHESTERTON are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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