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National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach

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A modern kitchen with a central island, a dining area with a table and chairs, and a living room with a sofa and a fireplace. - National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach (Chesterton)
A beach with driftwood and a sunset in the background. - National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach (Chesterton)
A room with two chairs, a woven basket, and patterned flooring. - National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach (Chesterton)
A spacious living room with a stone fireplace, large windows, and a cozy seating area. - National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach (Chesterton)
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a window providing a view of greenery outside. - National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach (Chesterton)
Consider a stay at National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach and take advantage of a firepit, a playground and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning

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About this property

National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach

  • Nestled on over a half acre and surrounded by Tucked away on over half an acre and surrounded by the scenic beauty of Indiana Dunes National Park, our home offers stunning panoramic views of the surrounding woodlands. Enjoy a peaceful, secluded retreat while still being just one mile from the South Shore train station—providing easy access to downtown Chicago and the National Park Campground. With spacious indoor and outdoor living areas, it’s the perfect place to gather with family and friends, relax in nature, or explore the Indiana lakeshore and nearby attractions.

    Pets are welcome to join your stay for an additional fee, so the whole family can enjoy this getaway together.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No lift
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Local culture and ecosystem education

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Make sure you inform us & paid for your pet visitor. Clean/pick up all pet waste on the property, dispose in the outdoor trash bin. DO NOT toss it in the woods. Doggy duty bags in the back hall.
If you enjoyed the area & the house, please consider visiting & staying with us again, recommend us to your friends & family.
Safe Travels.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

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 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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Located in Michigan City, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery and Lubeznik Center for the Arts are also worth visiting. Power boating and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby. Visit our Michigan City travel guide
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Chesterton, IN

What's nearby

  • A wooden staircase leading up a sandy hill with dense green forest in the background.
    Indiana Dunes National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A wooden staircase leading up a sandy hill with dense green forest in the background.
    Indiana Dunes State Park
    2 min drive - 2.2 km
  • Brincka Cross Gardens
    1 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery
    2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Blue Chip Casino
    16 min drive - 14.0 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station
    11 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop
    14 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
    75 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    9 min drive
  • Starbucks
    9 min drive
  • Dairy Queen
    8 min drive
  • Taco Bell
    8 min drive
  • Wendy's
    9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach located?

Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery, Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park. Lake Michigan is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) away.

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National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach Reviews

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Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 22 out of 29 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 29 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 29 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 29 reviews

9.8

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great experience staying in George's house. The location next to the Indiana Dunes National Park was great for hiking and viewing sunsets across the lake, and the property was large and comfortable. A really nice outside area, and an upscale interior was great for my wife, our two dogs and me. We were particularly impressed with how well stocked the house was. Every possible thing we could need was there. And, George was very responsive returning messages within minutes. It was a great experience and a great place to stay!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable Getaway

Clean, well kept accommodations.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Getaway

House was nice. Oven set off the smoke detector. Needed more seating in the living room. Man door to the garage would not lock so no one used the downstairs bedroom. Can’t use the Kurig machine. No easy beach access.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice wooded trails and sandy beaches nearby…Our 2 retrievers loved it!

The house was very spacious. There are steps leading to the front door. The living room was very large. We enjoyed the ambience of the electric fireplace. The kitchen was well stocked. The water was well water and it had a slight smell. The host provided a case (24) of bottled water, plus 2 gallons bottles. The lower level was a nice retreat! It had 2 twin beds and pull out sofa. The TV and sectional seating in the family gathering space were a nice bonus!! The neighborhood looked a bit run down, but the neighbors seemed friendly and quiet. We stayed an extra night because the house fit our needs and we loved walking on the trails
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay, everything was perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for a family or two to spend the weekend close to the Indiana Dunes. Less than a 10 minute drive to the beach. Very big living room and nice kitchen.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was just as expected. Great location and the property was perfect for our needs. We enjoyed the proximity to the parks and town during our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is very secluded and sets off by itself, offering much privacy. Super Spacious living and dining area, much room to spread out and be comfortable. We spent most time out enjoying the close proximity of the park, lake, beaches and did not do anything in the yard of the house. Plenty of room, all essentials needed are supplied and all was good. Only negative was the welcoming party of mosquitos that bombarded us upon arrival. Definitely will consider a return to here and give high marks on the attention to detail that has been put into this home .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great. Densely treed semi secluded property with great beaches minutes away. We will book for next year
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host communicated very well and kept us up to date on everything! The house was very well kept and very accommodating! Perfect for nights by the fire or a very short drive to beachs, shops, and restaurants! Absolutely loved it!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appears rural, but just a short drive to everything (e.g. hiking trails, shopping, dining, beach). Large yard. Clean house and stocked kitchen to cook. Filtered well water. Beautiful area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful time! The whole process was very easy. The property is beautiful and so close to the park. George gave us some great tips, including where to get firewood in the area. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall stay was great! The property was bigger than expected. There were plenty of amenities. The host was super responsive. Great overall experience, super close to beach/ downtown areas, and the train to Chicago. We would definitely come back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Close to beaches and nestled in the parks

Overall good stay. Recommend host get duvets for the duvet covers, was an odd bedding choice to have just the duvet covers as blankets. Also recommend a dehumidifier for the basement. Well stocked kitchen and more beds than expected!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was in a great location with a wonderful outdoor area that was quiet and private. House was well stocked and very clean and they provided a lot of extras like bottled water and toiletries. Check in was super easy and communication was prompt. The area itself was wonderful and within a mile of a great beach on Lake Michigan and hiking.Had a little issue with being charged an unknown pet fee on our last day, but more of a miscommunication and did not detract from a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Central location for Birding Festival

Stayed here for four nights for the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival. Property is just 10 minutes away from festival headquarters at IN Dunes Welcome Center and close to most of the other birding sites we visited. The large living and kitchen area (that looks newly remodeled) was nice for unwinding after a long day of birding. Beds were comfortable. Kitchen was well stocked with utensils, pots and pans, plates, coffee maker, etc. Staying here was better for us than a hotel because of food restrictions for one of our family members - could bring and fix our own food. Thanks to our host!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location in the National Park

There was more than enough room inside and outside for our family of five. The place is all newly renovated and the beds are very comfortable. The house is located about a mile from the beach and we never had a issue getting parking right by the beach. We loved the area. We went to a lot of different places within the National Park and nothing was farther than 15-20 minutes away. We also took the train to see a Cubs game at Wrigley Field. I loved being able to quickly drive down to the lake and catch a spectacular sunset! I also enjoyed running from the house and along Lake Michigan.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved this location, close to the parks yet room enough for our dogs to run and not worry about traffic and neighbors. The top floor was very clean and recently redecorated. The kitchen was well-stocked, including bottled water. The tap water is discolored and smelled sulphuric, so the bottled water was much appreciated. We enjoyed the screened sunroom and watching the blue jays. The basement smelled musty, but we didn’t need or use that area so it didn’t matter to us. A couple of the bath towels were mildewed but there were others that were fine. My husband found the queen bed to be too hard for him, but it didn’t bother me… the owner provided shampoo, conditioner and body wash which were great. However, the one-ply toilet paper was disappointing. Beautiful area to explore and loved the dunes!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
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8/10 Good

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025