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Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes

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Outdoor dining
Smart TV, fireplace, table football, books
Exterior
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Escape to this chic Chesterton retreat, where updated interior furnishings set the tone for a relaxing getaway. Enjoy 3 living areas with Smart TVs, an outdoor dining space, and a game room with bar in the basement. With minimal train noise and proximity to historic downtown Chesterton and Indiana Dunes National Park.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
The current price is €467
includes taxes & fees
21 Sept - 22 Sept

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes

Welcome to your perfect getaway in Chesterton, Indiana—an updated, pet-friendly rental home just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Park and close to Valparaiso University. This spacious, thoughtfully designed retreat offers the charm of a quiet neighborhood with the convenience of modern amenities.

Unlike many homes in the area, this property experiences minimal train noise, so you can enjoy your stay in peace without the constant sounds that may affect other rentals nearby.

🏡 Property Highlights:

4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3 Living Areas with 3 Smart TVs

2 King Beds + Queen and Twin Options + Queen Airbed

Game Room with Foosball, Air Hockey, Arcade Machine

Bar Area in the Basement – adults-only hangout zone

Outdoor Dining Area on a Covered Porch

Newly Updated Interior with Modern Furnishings

Pet-Friendly with Fenced-In Backyard

High Chair and Crib Provided

📍 Prime Location:

A few minutes’ walk to historic Chesterton Downtown (shops, wineries, dining)

4 miles to Indiana Dunes National Park & the beach

10 minutes to Valparaiso University

Close to local attractions like Thomas Centennial Park, Running Vines Winery, Octave Grill, and Coffee Creek Park

🛋️ Indoor Living Spaces:
Enjoy a flowing layout with three distinct living areas, all furnished with cozy couches, beautiful lighting, and three Smart TVs with streaming capabilities. Whether you’re hosting movie night, reading in a quiet nook, or playing games with friends, there’s a spot for everyone.

🎮 Basement Game Room & Bar:
A fully finished basement adds a new level of fun:

Foosball Table

Air Hockey Table

Arcade Machine

3rd Living Area with Smart TV

Lounge Seating

Bar Area with Bar Stools

🍳 Kitchen Amenities:
The kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking and dining needs:

Stainless Steel Appliances

Drip Coffee Maker, Toaster, Water Filter

Complimentary Teas, Spices, and Cooking Basics

Knife Set, Cutting Boards, Mixing Bowls

Full Dishware/Flatware Set

Outdoor Dining Set included

🌿 Outdoor Living:
Step outside to enjoy your private fenced-in backyard featuring:

Covered Porch with Dining Table

Adirondack Chairs for Lounging

Fire Pit Area for S’mores & Stories

Room to Play or Relax

🛏️ Bedroom & Bathroom Layout:

Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King Bed, Vanity, Blackout Curtains

Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen Bed, Closet

Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): King Bed, Desk, Vanity

Bedroom 4 (Upstairs – Kids Area): Twin Beds, Bunk Setup, Games, Smart TV

Bedroom 5 (Basement): Twin Bed, Quiet Private Corner

Queen Airbed provided for extra guests

Bathrooms:

Main Floor: Full Bath w/ Rainfall Shower

Upstairs: Full Bath w/ Double Vanity & Tub

Basement: Full Bath w/ Shower, Hair Dryer, Makeup Remover Wipes, Ear Buds

👶 Family-Friendly Perks:

Crib

High Chair

Toddler Board Games

Books for Kids & Teens

Indoor & Outdoor Play Space

🧺 General Amenities:

Central Heating & Air Conditioning

Washer & Dryer with Detergent

Linens, Towels, and Beach Towels Provided

Hair Dryer

Keyless Entry

Flexible Check-In/Out When Possible

🧑‍💻 Remote Work Ready:

Work Desk & Chair

High-Speed Wi-Fi

Quiet Corners for Focused Work

🚗 Parking & Accessibility:

Driveway fits up to 5 vehicles

Easy self-check-in with keyless entry

Only 3 outdoor steps to enter

1st Floor Bedroom & Bathroom make it accessible for seniors or those avoiding stairs

Note: Property is not baby-proofed

🌅 Nearby Attractions:

Nature & Outdoors:

Indiana Dunes National Park (4 mi)

Indiana Dunes State Park (3.5 mi)

Porter Beach (4.2 mi)

Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve (2.4 mi)

Sunset Hill Farm Country Park (5.6 mi)

Marquette Park Beach (13.1 mi)

Walkable Favorites (< 0.5 mi):

Thomas Centennial Park

Running Vines Winery

Octave Grill

Dog Days Ice Cream Parlor

The Flower Cart

Northside Diner & Food Truck

Family Fun:

49’er Drive-In Theatre (6.3 mi)

Zao Island Mini Golf & Go-Karts (12.5 mi)

Gabis Arboretum (19.6 mi)

Deep River Waterpark (21.1 mi)

Southlake Mall (23.6 mi)

Golf & Recreation:

Sand Creek Country Club (2.1 mi)

Chesterton Park & Trails System

Airport Access:

South Bend International Airport (42.5 mi)

Chicago Midway International Airport (~1 hr drive)

🤝 Guest Access

The entire home and all amenities are included in your rental. Feel free to enjoy the kitchen, game room, backyard, laundry room, and every room inside. Please make yourself at home!

Check-in is easy with keyless entry.

🤗 Guest Interaction

We value warm, personalized interaction with our guests. While we give you space and privacy, we're just a message or call away for anything you need. Our goal is to make your stay not just comfortable, but memorable.

We welcome you with hospitality and send you off with gratitude. Every stay is a chance to build lasting connections.

💖 Why This Property?

This is a large, updated home with plenty of space to unwind—while still maintaining the original charm that makes it feel like home. We’ve carefully designed every room with comfort, character, and usability in mind.

Many Chesterton homes sit near train lines; while you may hear minimal train sounds here, it’s not disruptive and far less noticeable than in most local rentals.

This is a home made for memory-making.
Make yourself at home.

🌟 Unique Benefits

Minimal train noise (rare for the area!)

2 King Beds for superior comfort

Bar & Game Room for built-in entertainment

Pet-friendly with fenced backyard

Walk to downtown shops, dining & parks

Minutes from the Dunes & Lake Michigan

Family-friendly with crib, high chair, and games

Work-from-home ready

Newly renovated interior with original charm

📌 Before You Book:

✅ Pet Friendly (please inform us in advance)✅ No Smoking Inside the Property✅ Quiet Hours After 10 PM✅ Must be 25+ to Book✅ Flexible Check-in/out whenever possible

🧳 Tell us how we can host you on your journey.
Add this listing to your Wish List by clicking the ❤️ in the upper right corner!

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 9 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: 🚭 Smoking Policy Smoking, vaping, or use of tobac

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Foosball table
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total (up to 9 kg per pet)
Note from host: 🐶 Pet Policy – Dogs Welcome! We’re happy to host

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed
Kindly contact the host to inform them about the p

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
🚭 Smoking Policy Smoking, vaping, or use of tobac

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
Note from host: Kindly contact the host to inform them about the p
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 and a first aid kit
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

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About the area

Map
Chesterton, IN

What's nearby

  • Lustron House - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 6.3 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 6 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 10 min drive - 7.4 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
  • ‪Family Express Chesterton - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬4 min drive
  • Round the Clock Restaurant - Chesterton

Frequently asked questions

Is Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 9 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes?

As of 17 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes on 21 Sept 2025 start from €466.53, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes located?

This family-friendly holiday home is located in the city centre, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lustron House and Chesterton Art Center. Indiana Dunes National Park is 3.1 mi (5 km) away.

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