Lower Dunes of Michigan City: Cozy Lower Unit

Escape with family or friends near the dunes of Lake Michigan! 🌊 Recently renovated and decorated, this turnkey lower-level unit is ready for your stay. Just 2 miles from sandy beaches, a short drive to Indiana Dunes National Park, and close to casinos, wineries, boat rentals, cafes, Michigan City Zoo, splash pad and park, outlet malls, and antique shops. Perfect for up to 6 guests looking to relax or explore!


🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 6)
2 Bedrooms + 1 Living Area
--Bedroom 1 – 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2)
--Bedroom 2 – 1 Queen Bed (sleeps 2)
--Living Room – 1 Futon (sleeps 2, best for children due to size/firmness)
✅ Total: Up to 6 guests


🚿 Bathrooms & Essentials
--1 full bathroom
--Towels, shampoo, conditioner & body wash provided
--Hair dryer, iron & ironing board
--Clothing storage (dresser + hangers) in each bedroom
--Turkish Beach Towels (1 per guest) & Beach Toys Provided


🍳 Kitchen & Dining
✅ Refrigerator & Freezer
✅ Stove, Oven & Microwave
✅ Basic Cookware, Utensils, Plates & Cups
✅ Toaster, Blender & Drip Coffee Maker (Coffee, creamer & sweetener included. If you prefer specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!)
✅ Basic Pantry Essentials (cooking oil, salt & pepper. If you prefer specific types of cooking oil/specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!)

⚠️ Note: There is no dishwasher in this home. We do ask that guests wash and return their dishes.


📺 Entertainment & Comfort
--Large Smart TV in living area
--High-Speed WiFi
--Board games for family fun
--Small beach toys + 1 large towel per guest
--Washer/Dryer in basement (shared with upper unit)


🌿 Outdoor Space & Parking
--Gravel lot beside the home with space for 2 vehicles 🚗
--Shared entry area with upper unit


⚠️ Safety, Accessibility & House Rules
--Homes are NOT baby-proofed (no outlet covers, no cabinet locks, furniture is not secured to walls, no cribs provided, etc). Guests are responsible for their safety.
--No pets, parties, or events – we value the relationship with our neighbors, and strive to keep the home in top condition.
--🚭 No smoking inside or within 50 feet (violations = $300 cleaning fee).
--Train tracks about 1 block away 🚂 → train whistles may be heard. White noise machines provided.
--Transitional neighborhood: safe for guests, but eclectic mix of locals & tourists. Police station less than a mile away.
--Upper unit may also be rented → potential for guest noise (their floor = your ceiling).


⏰ Check-In / Check-Out
--Check-In: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
--Check-Out: 10:00 AM
--Note: We always try to provide early check-in and late check-out opportunities when possible. (It is simply dependent on whether or not it’s a same day check-in/out, the condition in which the previous guest left the home, and our cleaners’ schedules.) Please notify us if you would like early/late check-in/out, and we will do our best to make it work! 🕚
--Guests will receive key code & detailed check-in instructions via message on the morning of arrival.
--Michigan City operates on Central Standard Time (CST).


🛡️ Booking Requirements
We’re excited to welcome guests from all backgrounds and want to make sure every stay is enjoyable, safe, and comfortable for both you and our neighbors. To help us maintain a great experience, we ask that:
--The primary renter is 25+ with a verified government ID.
--A $500 damage deposit is required. This is returned after checkout once our team confirms the home is in good condition.


📋 Rental Agreement
After booking, first-time guests are required to sign a standard rental agreement that reflects the house rules and booking details shown on this listing. Information provided is used solely to coordinate maintenance or schedule adjustments during your stay. This information is kept strictly within our team and is never shared externally.


💸 Discounts & Policies
--Moderate cancellation policy.
--Returning guests and longer stays may qualify for discounts (message us before booking!).


🏖️ Why Guests Love Lower Dunes
✔️ Sleeps up to 6 guests
✔️ Fully stocked kitchen & modern amenities
✔️ Recently renovated historic home
✔️ 2 miles from Lake Michigan beaches & Indiana Dunes National Park


Why book with us
--We have a great customer service team who is available every day from 7AM CST - 10PM CST.
--Streamlined communication and messaging allows for clear communication (without the use of artificial intelligence). A real human is standing by to assist you!
--We aim to provide the best experience possible by offering recommendations to restaurants and businesses that we frequent ourselves. (We aren’t overseas investors; we live in the area!)
--We are a veteran-run, local family business, not a big corporation. Booking with us helps support the American dream!