Beachwalk Excellent Location Near Lake Michigan

Michigan City, Indiana
$680 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 18

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Ruby's Lakehouse is a secret treasure, on a perfectly located, quiet street in the fabulous Beachwalk community. Ruby’s is the ultimate gathering place for a large family or group of friends that wants a beach get-away with modern luxury in a quaint, warm, inviting home. This house is a very popular rental in the area, due to the size and location of the home. This home is OWNER-MANAGED, and there are NO EXTRA RESORT or MANAGER FEES added on, as you will find with many other houses in the area. Plus, during the peak summer weeks, we provide A GOLF CART FREE OF CHARGE! We personally tend to the house on a weekly basis, and make sure it is immaculately clean and stocked for you. You will love our Personal Touches.
Please note: We do not allow PROM parties. The age requirement is 25, and proof of age may be required. This is also a perfect place to spend THE HOLIDAYS! Special rates may apply during the winter and holiday season.
Ruby’s is surprisingly large, providing 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths in the main house. Plus, we have a coach house that sleeps 5, that can be added for an extra fee if you are interested. The main house sleeps 14+ people with 1 king bedroom, 3 queen bedrooms and a bunk room that sleeps 7. We have bonus sleeping spots, like 2 sleeper sofas and mattresses in the giant walk-in closets. We have a full-sized crib and high chair for infants. You won’t believe the great room at the back of the house, boasting a full kitchen, dining and living room space. Enjoy modern amenities and a fully-loaded kitchen, laundry room, 5 flat screen smart TVs(no cable tv, but there is access to netflix, disney, youtube tv, amazon), free WIFI, and more. The unfinished basement provides an extra play room and a lounging area for the kids, with a large tv and a WII gaming system. Perfectly located, Ruby’s is only 1 block from the pool and the park, and a leisurely 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan on the pristine Indiana Dunes (national lakeshore) which is a top rated beach where you can see the Sears/Willis Tower on a clear day.

Want to bring a dog While we love dogs, we are very particular about allowing them. Due to very quick turnarounds between rentals, and with respect of potential allergies of future guests, we ask that only non-shedding, mature, and well behaved dogs stay at Ruby's. All dogs must be approved by owner prior to booking. Please submit an inquiry if you are interested in bringing your dog.

The coach house above the garage is a separate rental, and may be rented to another party (2-5 people) during your stay. It is completely separated from the main house, and has a small common area of the back deck where the entrance to the coach house is located. If you are interested in renting the coach house too, please send a message with your inquiry. The back deck area is reserved for the renters of the main house, and anyone staying in the coach house is informed of this. They simply use the back deck for access to the coach house entrance. 1 parking space is allocated to the guest house as well. The property fits 6-7 cars, so this is normally not a problem. Extra parking is available 3 doors down when needed.

Why Ruby's and not a different house in Beachwalk
Location. We are in the front part of Beachwalk where there is ample parking and no congestion, very close to the pool and beach.
Fees. We include everything in our rate. Other homes charge resort fees and manager fees.
The Golf Cart. We include Ruby's golf cart with your rental. Other homes charge up to $500/week.
Owner-managed. We give personal attention to you and respond very quickly with all questions and issues that arise.

Sleeping Quarters: Beds for 14 in main house (5 in coach house)
Main Floor Bedroom 1: Queen Bed sleeps 2, plus full bathroom
Main Floor Bedroom 2: Queen Bed sleeps 2
Main Floor Bedroom 3: Queen Bed sleeps 2
Main Floor Full Bathroom and Living Room Sleeper sofa sleeps 2
2nd Floor Bedroom 4: King Bed sleeps 2, plus full bath plus full-sized CRIB
2nd Floor Bedroom 5: Bunk bed with a full bed and 2 twins, plus a queen and twin beds in closet
2nd Floor Loft area: Sleeper Sofa sleeps 2
2nd Floor Full Bath
note: there are some extra mattresses in the giant walk-in closets if needed.
Bonus! Coach house is for rent: Ruby’s has a coach house that may also be available to rent (depending on availability). Directly attached to the back deck of Ruby’s, above the garage, check out THE DOG HOUSE. It’s the perfect small house for 2-5 people to enjoy, like the grandparents, or a young couple with small children. Want a little privacy from the large group or family This awesome little coach house has a full kitchen, laundry, smart tv and WIFI, and sleeps up to 5 people, with a King bed, twin futon and a sleeper sofa. Contact owner directly to rent the coach house. Fees will be provided at that time.

Ruby’s is located in the award-winning Beachwalk Resort community in Michigan City, Indiana where there are activities aplenty right outside your doorstep. Free resort amenities include:
*pool, baby pool, and splash pad play area
*tennis courts
*basketball courts
*volleyball court
*clubhouse with a snack shop, seating area, and ping pong tables
*Lake Kai (a small lake for swimming, fishing, kayak and paddle board rental)
*Huge Playground toward back of neighborhood on Childers Lane
Additional options:
Golf cart included in rental fee in most cases
Dog-friendly with restrictions and additional fees (dog must be approved)

Other attractions in the area include:
*Washington Park
*Zoo
*Blue Chip Casino
*Premium Outlets Mall
*Antique and Boutique Shopping
*Lighthouse and Rag Tops car museum
*Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and State Park
*Local Brewery and Wineries

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Beach Sun Loungers Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Fire Extinguisher First Aid Kit Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    5 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 2400 Sq Ft (223 Sq M) Uses Some LED Lighting
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Electric Kettle Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi
  • OUTDOORS

    Barbecue Grill Firepit Outdoor Furniture Patio
  • POOL/SPA

    Outdoor Pool Shared/communal Pool
  • BATHROOMS

    4 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Casino Nearby Fishing Nearby Golfing On Site Hiking Nearby Hiking/biking Trails Nearby Kayak On Site Kayaking Nearby Pickleball Court Sailing Nearby Sledding Nearby Snorkeling Nearby Tennis On Site Winery Tours Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books DVD Player Games Stereo Video Games Video Library Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Books Children's Dinnerware Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Near A Zoo Near Outlet Shopping On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 18

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Ava S.

    Submitted Apr 12, 2026

    Stayed Apr 10, 2026

    Such a great house! Thank you so much Sam! Host was amazing and so responsive.

  • Rosalind K.

    Submitted Oct 13, 2025

    Stayed Oct 11, 2025

    Great location, very clean and well organized house. Very nicely decorated. Our group of 7 adults were very comfortable.

  • Michael L.

    Submitted Sep 17, 2025

    Stayed Sep 12, 2025

    Great house in a great area! Good for groups of friends and families and close to the beach!

  • Ramsay W.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2025

    Stayed Aug 29, 2025

    Second year in a row we’ve stayed at Ruby’s and absolutely loved it! One of the few places we’ve stayed where the pictures really matched the accommodations. Family-friendly and walking distance to the pool and the beach.

  • Cara K.

    Submitted Aug 17, 2025

    Stayed Aug 14, 2025

    Such an amazing property! The host had all kinds of beach accessories, kid friendly, and the community was amazing!!! Everything was perfect, it felt like we were Key West!

  • jill b.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2025

    Stayed Aug 9, 2025

    This was our second visit to Ruby's at the Beachwalk. Last time was mid September and was lovely. This time in early August it was more crowded but we were still able to enjoy the beach, the pool and all the activities. The hosts at Ruby's are truly the best as they add several amenities and have the property well stocked. The bedrooms, bathrooms and provisions for children has made it a perfect choice for us. No one wanted to leave! Thank you to Ruby's!

  • Jeff C.

    Submitted Aug 9, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    My family rented both house and coach house. The entire experience exceeded our expectations in every way! The owner of the property was very helpful, and had a super response time to everything we needed or had questions about!You will not be sorry staying here! It was fantastic!!!

  • Michele R.

    Submitted Jul 20, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    We could not have been happier with our stay at Ruby’s! The house was immaculate! It was also stocked with everything that was needed for a beach vacation. Wish there had been a better inventory of the beach equipment available, we could have left a few things home! I highly recommend renting Ruby’s for your next vacation, you will not be disappointed!!

  • Jackie M.

    Submitted Jun 25, 2025

    Stayed Jun 7, 2025

    Love the house had everything we could have asked for!

  • Tom S.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 19, 2025

    Excellent house, lots of amenities, perfect location.

  • Sheila O.

    Submitted Jun 22, 2025

    Stayed Jun 14, 2025

    Ruby’s was amazing! It was sparkling clean and beautifully appointed. It was so comfortable and fit all our family needs. The front porch was huge and a go to spot for us. Our hostess was beyond gracious. Can’t wait to come back!

  • Palestine B.

    Submitted Jun 9, 2025

    Stayed May 23, 2025

    Everything was as advertised, great stay great area will be back.

  • Mark S.

    Submitted May 20, 2025

    Stayed May 16, 2025

    Second stay at Ruby's, had another great weekend. House was comfortable, well prepared and renter friendly. Many activities available nearby for all ages.

  • Kevin H.

    Submitted Nov 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 1, 2024

    The house is a wonderful destination for a group of friends. This is a return visit for us. The house is big enough for our group of 10 to relax and enjoy the time. The kitchen has plenty of dishes and utensils. The dining area is big enough for us all to eat together. The beds are comfy, there is plenty of hot water, and the water pressure is good. We enjoyed our stay.

  • Ramsay W.

    Submitted Sep 3, 2024

    Stayed Aug 30, 2024

    This was our first time to Beachwalk. Our house and host were amazing! Everything we could possibly need was readily available! Plenty to do with our 3 kids ages 7-13. Hoping to come again next year!

  • Ryan L.

    Submitted Aug 28, 2024

    Stayed Aug 23, 2024

    Fantastic location, spacious and cleanly house, lots of amenities, and some of the best property managers you could hope to encounter. Highly recommended.

  • Karin M.

    Submitted Aug 20, 2024

    Stayed Aug 10, 2024

    Our family loved staying at Ruby's! We have been to Beachwalk for many stays over the past 18 years and found this house to be the among the best. The thoughful amenities like games, books, beach toys, beach chairs, wagon, and more made for easy enjoyment of the beach and house. We like to cook at home and found the kitchen to be better equipped than most rentals. The house was comfortable, larger than expected, and in an ideal location at Beachwalk. The hosts were very responsive and communicative before and during our stay.

  • Ken Carol E.

    Submitted Aug 12, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    Lovely house for our family vacation- everything we needed was there. Samantha is quick to respond to questions and made the process of renting her home seamless! Highly recommend!

  • Carol S.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Jul 20, 2024

    Our family thoroughly enjoyed our stay! The home was very accommodating, clean and plenty of space for our family of 11. Sam was very easy to work with and takes pride in pleasing her guests. I highly recommend staying at Ruby’s.

  • jennifer M.

    Submitted Jul 31, 2024

    Stayed Jul 13, 2024

    Ruby's was perfect for our large group. We also rented the smaller house. The kitchen was very well stocked. We always prepare all meals at the house due to the number of people we have, and we had everything we needed! Rooms were great, beds were comfortable. Having the golf cart included is always nice as well (we have had to rent from an outside company at some past locations). There were several beach chairs, umbrellas, and a beach cart available for our use. Communication was easy, Sam checked in on us throughout the week, including after some storms to be sure all was well. Would definitely stay again.

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