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Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach!

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A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, a stove, and a sink. - Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! (Michigan City)
A two-story house with a front porch, a wooden fence, and a large tree in the yard. - Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! (Michigan City)
A two-story house with a patio area featuring outdoor seating and a fire pit. - Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! (Michigan City)
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a dining area with a wooden table and chairs. - Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! (Michigan City)
A room with a wooden dresser, a dining table with chairs, a wicker basket, and a door with a security lock. - Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! (Michigan City)
An adjacent golf course, a firepit and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach!. This cottage is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sunloungers. In addition to a playground and an arcade/games room, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

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About this property

Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach!

  • "Lots of love and history has been put into this charming rental cottage named Serendipity, as it is one of the original Sheridan Beach homes built back in 1942, that has been renovated and upgraded with top notch materials and an upstairs loft added on to create more space and a slight view of Lake Michigan!! All the thoughtful touches inside and out, plus the warmth and the cleanliness are what make for a comfortable place for all guests to relax and de-stress!
    Start out the day soaking in the morning sun's energy in the front porch chairs with a cup of coffee, made fresh from the house coffee bar, or retreat to the back porch (off the master bedroom), to take in some calming meditation or yoga while listening to the distant sounds of the waves from Lake Michigan nearby. Lots of quiet places to get lost in your favorite book or find one from the vast collection that fills the shelves in the living room and 2 bedrooms. Curl up on the couch, in the master bedroom or upstairs in the cozy loft to enjoy movies or streaming from your Netflix or Amazon accounts on the 3 mounted TVs! Need to catch up on a little work while the kids watch a movie? There's a dedicated work space/desk up in the loft for your use. Okay, now that you've caught up on work and relaxing, it's time to venture out! Ready for a scenic bike ride around the cute neighborhood (beach cruiser bikes provided!)-OR a peaceful, nature walk down to the serene lakefront to collect pretty beach stones, and lots of cool driftwood- OR if weather is warm, pack a picnic lunch, cooler on wheels (1 provided!),grab the house beach wagon, fill it with beach towels, chairs and sand toys-(all provided!), to take a short stroll down to spend a lazy day at the best beach stops in Michigan City! Come back just in time (but not too soon!) to wash off the sand and prepare your evening meal in the fully- stocked kitchen,- OR if short on time from your lazy day at the beach, throw some hot dogs or burgers on the convenient gas grill, while the kids play games in the fully-fenced in backyard. Top off the day relaxing again, with your favorite beverages, maybe singing and laughing around the backyard fire pit, while the kids make smores for dessert!

    Very friendly neighborhood with a mix of long term resident locals and short term visitors. Super-convenient, central location with 5-10 minute walk or drive to most everything MC is well known for ...Mt. Baldy, the Washington Park Zoo, Historic (1858) Michigan City Lighthouse and Pier, and of course, the beautiful Sheridan Beach along the shores of Lake Michigan! Lots to do in a short drive by car, whether in the mood for indoor or outdoor adventures! Lovers of shopping will go crazy at the Michigan City Lighthouse Place Premium Outlet Mall with 100 stores-OR for more unique finds, check out the different shops down in the Uptown Arts District of Franklin St! Lovers of outdoor adventures can check out Friendship Botanical Gardens, kayaking on Trail Creek, guided boat tours for fishing, sailing and sunset cruising, -OR head to the Indiana Dunes National Park, Indiana Dunes State Park or Warren Dunes State Parks for hiking, swimming and climbing some of the natural sand dunes that are protected in our area.
    Hungry yet? Plenty of beach casual, more upscale or in- between dining options in the local restaurant/cafe/ bar scene of the area- depending if you're in the mood for Italian, Mexican, American, seafood and steaks or simply Delicious Pizza, hot dogs or sandwiches. You can find it all, and try something different every night! Dune Billie's Breakfast & Lunch Cafe and Cool Runnings Jamaican Restaurant are both within walking distance from the house with Shoreline Brewery and Restaurant, Bridges Waterside Grille, Fiddle Heads, Leed's Public House, Galveston's Steak House, Bartlett's Fish Camp, Swingbelly's, Zorn Brew Works Co., Burn ‘Em Brewery, Matey's, Scartozzi's Trattoria, Miller's Pizza AND MORE all within a short drive! You will never run out of options!! Shady Creek Winery Tour during the day, Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa, or Four Winds Casino Resort by night--any would make a spectacular girls or guys trip, AND don't forget that the windy city of Chicago is also only an hour drive by car or an hour to an hour and a half relaxing South Shore train ride away! The surrounding fun and adventures may never end, but this home will always welcome you back to relax your mind and rest your tired feet!

    To sum it Up:
    Serendipity cottage is perfect for a fun girl's trip, long-awaited reunion w/ friends, an extended family group get together, small group business trip or simply a get away from the busy city !
    Everything you need & more! Cozy, gas fireplace,fully-stocked kitchen,privacy- fenced backyard w/awesome fire pit, comfy beds/bedding, front and back porch/deck and patio with gas grill, 2 car private parking, strong WIFI, dedicated work space, smart/streaming TVs in 3 rooms, games, bikes, lots of beach gear & wagon to pull it all!
    **Long term, discounted rentals (28 days +) from mid- September to Memorial Day Weekend, too-just ask!"

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About the area

Located in Michigan City, this cottage is in the city centre and on the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Consider Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center for a night out or Washington Park Zoo if you're travelling with kids. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with ecotours and horse riding. Visit our Michigan City travel guide
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse and pier with calm water and clear skies.
    Washington Park Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Washington Park Zoo
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Oasis Splash Pad
    10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Blue Chip Casino
    13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
    3 min drive - 2.1 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop
    7 min drive
  • Michigan City Station
    19 min walk
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • Zorn Brew Works
    3 min drive
  • William B's Steakhouse
    16 min walk
  • Shoreline Brewery
    3 min drive
  • Ritz Club
    3 min drive
  • The Game
    17 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! located?

Located in Michigan City, this beachfront cottage is in the city centre and within 1 mi (2 km) of Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) away. Michigan City Station is 19 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Peaceful Cottage/Private Parking & Backyard/Strong WiFi/Walk to Sheridan Beach! Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Amazing stay!

We loved our stay. Angie was very welcoming. The house is well stocked with beach equipment, much more than I would have expected. There are also wonderful touches throughout the stay that made it feel like home. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect Family Vacation

This was our second time staying with our young kids-and we would love to come back again! Very cute house and yard with everything you need and then some. Short walk to the beach and zoo. Owner is very kind and helpful:)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful weekend stay

Our hosts created a lovely home for our weekend. Everything was spotless and so welcoming (including the freshly baked banana bread!). The location was close to downtown for our dining and we enjoyed the fireplace for cozy evenings back at the house. Perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful property with a 4 min walk to beach

This place is great! The owners were super friendly and communicative throughout our stay. The master bedroom has one of the most comfortable mattresses I've ever slept on! My spouse & I loved the fireplace and cozy kitchen, while my teenage son enjoyed the game room upstairs. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect property - great location

Owners took so much time and care to make sure everything you need for a great vacation is at the property. All the little extras and details made it special. The location is just a short walk to the beach and beach access is clean with a cart path and a restroom. We were also able to walk to Washington Park and the zoo. We really enjoyed the stay and highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent property!

Excellent location! House has absolutely everything you could need. Very well taken care of. Very clean! Would def go back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easy trip

We had a great time with our two small families. The house was perfect for us and the trundle bed came in handy. The house and garage were stocked with anything and everything. We loved the location, the back yard and fire pit.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful!

We were so impressed with this place! The minute we walked in the door we knew we would love it. The finiahes are gorgeous and the whole place is full of lots of unexpected amenities. We are very picky with lodgings but all our expectations were met and then some. Such a comfy cozy retreat for our family of 5. We already can’t wait to book it again next year!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach wedding

We were over the moon happy! Location was 5 minutes from the wedding site. Al's was perfect for picking up odds and ends. Best of all ...the Home was stocked with essential items and super cozy beds
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect south shorline home!

If you are thinking about booking this property go ahead and do it! You will not regret it! The property had everything we thought we needed and more! Its tue perfect place to stay for people of all ages! The bikes amd toys everything provided was top notch! We go to this are every year and have stayed somewhere new every time! This will 100% be our new anual spot for south shoreline vacations!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Awesome House and Manager

Great house, very clean, with a nice beach vibe. Just a short walk to the beach with all the staples (beach cart, umbrella, chairs, coolers, etc.) available. Property manager was super friendly and responsive and even mailed us a couple items we left behind. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent Family Vacation

Our family of 5 loved this house! It had everything we needed! The beds were comfortable. The kitchen is well stocked. They have all sorts of toys and items for the beach. Our daughters loved all the books and games when we wanted to cool off in the house. It is super close to a nice beach! We also enjoyed going to the Indiana Dunes National Park each day, so our daughters could be Jr. Rangers. I totally recommend this house! We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serene Serendipity

Not cliche-truly the pictures did not do this haven justice! Every detail beautifully planned. We went for our annual summer beach vacation, but wanted to come back to stay inside, bake, read the books and play the games provided. Every question was promptly answered. The beach toys and fire pit were among our favorites. Simply sublime!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Serendipity

Angie is an amazing host, super inviting and full of great info. The house binder is super helpful and informative. The house is really close to Sheridan Beach. Very quiet and peaceful neighborhood. Love all of the bikes and beach gear in the garage. We honestly could not have found a more perfect home for our family. The decor is tasteful and cozy. The upstairs loft is perfect for children. The bathrooms are fantastic! I would stay here again in a heartbeat!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Wonderful family stay!

This was probably the nicest property we have ever stayed! The hosts communicated very well even with my family’s hectic schedule. My husband and son arrived a day ahead of myself and daughter. It was just the relaxing vacation we all needed! We walked to the beach daily as well as the zoo one day, breakfast another and dinner one night. I love being able to walk to places which was one major point that attracted me to this house. There wasn’t anything we needed that was not provided! My husband and son even took the kayak down to the beach one day. I wish we could have stayed longer! I would definitely stay here again! Thanks for a lovely place!
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect beach getaway

We were a group of 5 long-time friends looking for a "girls getaway". This house was absolutely perfect for us and filled all of our needs. From the time we walked in, we were impressed with the updated finishes throughout and the attention to detail in the lakeside decorations. It has everything needed for a fun vacation, including a fully equipped kitchen, plenty of beach towels, bikes, beach chairs, firewood, snacks, and plenty of games and entertainment options. The owner was very responsive to all inquiries and clearly wanted to make our stay enjoyable. Lake Michigan and a beautiful park is a short walk away. It would also be perfect for a couple of families as well. The upstairs area was a fun "kids room", but we enjoyed it as well. Can't say enough about this booking. It was a perfect stay from start to finish! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t have asked for more! Even had the fire pit with wood and s’mores ready to go. Really enjoyed our stay and plan to be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great vacation. The house was clean and as advertised. It was a short walk to the beach and zoo. The train station was a 5 minute drive. Our 6 year old loved the train ride to the Chicago aquarium for the day. Highly recommend the house and location!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a really fun long weekend at Serendipity. Wonderful house, very cute, cozy and well thought out. The hosts are so nice and thought of everything. We loved all the little extra touches that made us feel so welcome. Thank you!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house and great hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family fun

Nice property: good location (close to the beach), clean, good amenities; host communicated well, was prompt and easy to work with :)
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A beautiful house!

Our stay was lovely and this house is incredibly well thought out!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property, includes so many little things needed for the beach that most people don’t even think of!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Warm hospitality & great location

This host goes above and beyond with hospitality. The amenities were everything we expected and more. We had a wonderful time, and are already planning to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Cute bungalow!

Home was perfectly appointed. Host was above and beyond helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023