Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes
About this cottage rental
Located in Porter, this lovely cottage for $222 per night is a great option for your next break. Our Duneland Rentals cottages are right on the beach in the heart of the Indiana Dunes. This charming lakefront cottage is located on three hundred feet of private beach. The gradual sandy beach is excellent for swimming and the sunsets from the south shore of Lake Michigan are incredible. Porter Beach is a small beach community located on the borders of the Indiana Dunes State Park and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and just one hour from downtown Chicago. The beautiful beach stretches in either direction for miles and within minutes you can get to wonderful nature trails, excellent restaurants, quaint shops and many interesting cultural attractions. The trails vary in length and difficulty but are all wonderful for both hiking and cross country skiing. There are also some excellent sledding hills nearby. Other close by sights include historic Chelberg Farm, Westchester Township History Museum, Zao Island Amusement Park, Taltree Arboretum, Calumet Bike Trail, Imagination Glen with a BMX race track and a 10 mile Outback Mountain Bike Trail and Broken Wagon Bison Farm and many more wonderful places to explore and activities to delight. Keywords: Beach Front Bungalow Beach House Beach Cottage Indiana Dunes House Indiana Dunes Cabin Weekend Getaway Spot Vacation Rental Summer House Winter Cabin
Amenities
Air conditioner
Kitchen / Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony / Patio
TV
Map of Porter, IN
Reviews
4.8/5.0
Outstanding(57 Reviews)
5.0
Picked this cottage because of location directly on the beach and positive recommendations. Property as described, clean, slept four comfortably and nearly everything provided. OTA TV only but Roku worked great. Good wifi.Was warned about steps so did not bring any suitcases but backpacks and lightweight duffle bags. Brought bottled water but not needed as Culligan filter on faucet. I have balance issues but managed the steps. They had another handrail placed to assist me the day after we arrived. Susan and Erika were both very helpful and pleasant. Several reasonably priced restaurants and pubs within 8-10 minute drive and not much traffic. We will plan to return next if possible. Strongly recommend if able to climb several steps.
Ron R
5.0
Loved our stay… the warning on steps is accurate! We were fine but could be issue for some. We had a short stay so steps were not a huge issue . They could be more lit up at night. The cottage was quaint,super clean and comfortable. We were probably off season , had the beach and the dunes to ourselves!
5.0
Enjoyed our couple of day stay here very much. The location right on the beach is amazing. It's very quiet and private compared to the busy section of beach down about a 1/4 mile dedicated to the national park. In May of 2022 the beach is fairly wide - nothing like the high tide they had back in 2020 so fear not. Sunsets are fantastic. The guest hosts are friendly and accommodating. The rooms are very clean and well maintained - no complaints about our visit at all and will make it a point to return in the future.
5.0
Great Location
Enjoyed our couple of day stay here very much. The location right on the beach is amazing. It's very quiet and private compared to the busy section of beach down about a 1/4 mile dedicated to the national park. In May of 2022 the beach is fairly wide - nothing like the high tide they had back in 2020 so fear not. Sunsets are fantastic. The guest hosts are friendly and accommodating. The rooms are very clean and well maintained - no complaints about our visit at all and will make it a point to return in the future.
5.0
The listing was accurate except that there were additional amenities that I didn't notice in the listing such as a grill, outdoor fire pit, and beach accessories. Which was a nice bonus upon arrival! Susan is great and easy to communicate with. Cell service is spotty but who cares for relaxing for a few days. The oven is tricky and may have been user error. Loved the location. It's a fabulous getaway for staying right in the beach. You really could just stay there and not leave, but the proximity to the national and state parks makes it so you want to explore nature. Technically you can walk along the lake shore to get into the state park. We drove into Chesterton for coffee one day and then explored other sights by car. The rental is cozy and clean and perfect for two adults and two young kids. I loved that the kids could play on the beach and I could sit and relac or make meals and still watch them. Beautiful lake and sunset views. Definitely want to stay here again.
5.0
Relaxing, great location.
The listing was accurate except that there were additional amenities that I didn't notice in the listing such as a grill, outdoor fire pit, and beach accessories. Which was a nice bonus upon arrival! Susan is great and easy to communicate with. Cell service is spotty but who cares for relaxing for a few days. The oven is tricky and may have been user error. Loved the location. It's a fabulous getaway for staying right in the beach. You really could just stay there and not leave, but the proximity to the national and state parks makes it so you want to explore nature. Technically you can walk along the lake shore to get into the state park. We drove into Chesterton for coffee one day and then explored other sights by car. The rental is cozy and clean and perfect for two adults and two young kids. I loved that the kids could play on the beach and I could sit and relac or make meals and still watch them. Beautiful lake and sunset views. Definitely want to stay here again.
5.0
Perfectly tranquil! Highly recommended!
5.0
Terrific Getaway
Perfectly tranquil! Highly recommended!
4.0
We very much enjoyed our stay here. We were right on the beach and enjoyed the views of the lake. It was our first visit in the area and will probably be back!
4.0
Great lake view!
We very much enjoyed our stay here. We were right on the beach and enjoyed the views of the lake. It was our first visit in the area and will probably be back!
5.0
We had an absolute blast at this location! We visited in early March so obviously not beach weather but it was really cool to be right on the lake. The house was perfect for what we needed. We spent a day hiking at the Dunes state park, which was only about 5 minutes away. Chesterton IN is nearby and had some great restaurants/breweries/taprooms. We really enjoyed this trip and would definitely book here again!
5.0
Amazing location!
We had an absolute blast at this location! We visited in early March so obviously not beach weather but it was really cool to be right on the lake. The house was perfect for what we needed. We spent a day hiking at the Dunes state park, which was only about 5 minutes away. Chesterton IN is nearby and had some great restaurants/breweries/taprooms. We really enjoyed this trip and would definitely book here again!
5.0
What an incredible place to stay. Right on the lake. We took advantage of the fire pit and had a fire on the beach. Clean, well stocked, close to restaurants and a gracious host! Thanks Susan!
5.0
Property was right on the beach and gave us beautiful views of the sunsets.
5.0
Amazing views of the Lake
What an incredible place to stay. Right on the lake. We took advantage of the fire pit and had a fire on the beach. Clean, well stocked, close to restaurants and a gracious host! Thanks Susan!
5.0
The place was very clean! Especially considering all the sand around. Had everything we needed and didn't have to leave if we didn't want to. Great view of the lake from kitchen and living room. Susan was prompt on answering any questions we had. The extras we loved was the provided firewood, access to kayak, paddle board, and Lilly pad. Although it was too chilly to get in water during our stay. Highly recommend. I'm positive we'll be back next year.
5.0
Perfect Getaway
Property was right on the beach and gave us beautiful views of the sunsets.
5.0
Everything was perfect! Exactly what we were looking for… beach, sunset, beautiful lake! We found everything we needed in the cottage. It was very clean, comfortable, quiet. Only downside — the steep steps/hill between car and cottage. For someone with bad knees (like me) this could be a real problem, but I just kept my trips to a minimum and took it slowly. We loved it here and hope to book it again next year.
5.0
Amazing stay! Was looking for something more secluded and this was the perfect spot! Views were beautiful and it was awesome to walk right out to the beach! Owner even provides a fire pit for a beach fire and kayaks/boogie boards if one chooses to use! Rental was very clean and just a overall great stay!
5.0
Amazing Experience
The place was very clean! Especially considering all the sand around. Had everything we needed and didn't have to leave if we didn't want to. Great view of the lake from kitchen and living room. Susan was prompt on answering any questions we had. The extras we loved was the provided firewood, access to kayak, paddle board, and Lilly pad. Although it was too chilly to get in water during our stay. Highly recommend. I'm positive we'll be back next year.
5.0
Wonderful beach getaway
Everything was perfect! Exactly what we were looking for… beach, sunset, beautiful lake! We found everything we needed in the cottage. It was very clean, comfortable, quiet. Only downside — the steep steps/hill between car and cottage. For someone with bad knees (like me) this could be a real problem, but I just kept my trips to a minimum and took it slowly. We loved it here and hope to book it again next year.
5.0
Awesome Stay!
Amazing stay! Was looking for something more secluded and this was the perfect spot! Views were beautiful and it was awesome to walk right out to the beach! Owner even provides a fire pit for a beach fire and kayaks/boogie boards if one chooses to use! Rental was very clean and just a overall great stay!
5.0
A+ all the way around!! Susan, Erica, Matt, Lisa, everyone was wonderful and accommodating! Any questions or concerns I had, Susan responded swiftly. The property was clean, efficient and exceeded my expectations-I hated to leave and I can’t wait to go back!!
Side note: the walk from parking area to house is a bit of a hike and lots of stairs - PACK LIGHTLY!!
Bottomline: HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!
5.0
Beautiful location
A+ all the way around!! Susan, Erica, Matt, Lisa, everyone was wonderful and accommodating! Any questions or concerns I had, Susan responded swiftly. The property was clean, efficient and exceeded my expectations-I hated to leave and I can’t wait to go back!!
Side note: the walk from parking area to house is a bit of a hike and lots of stairs - PACK LIGHTLY!!
Bottomline: HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS PLACE!
5.0
Magnificent view, fun on the beach
Beach fun in Indiana! This beach house is right on Lake Michigan. You have to navigate many stairs to get there but it is so worth it! The house is small but comfortable. The views and breezes are wonderful. We also enjoyed hiking the dunes at Indiana Dunes State Park next door and the Indiana Dunes National Park nearby. Chicago is a train ride away. We had a wonderful time!
5.0
This property was perfect. The views of the lake are outstanding
and the cottage itself is a stone's throw (down some steps) to the private beach; we couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
We were comfortable and very happy throughout our stay.I hope we can return next year and stay in the very same cottage (or, if not that one, another owned by this same property owner)!
5.0
A wonderful, restful, beach escape.
This property was perfect. The views of the lake are outstanding
and the cottage itself is a stone's throw (down some steps) to the private beach; we couldn't have asked for a better place to stay.
We were comfortable and very happy throughout our stay.I hope we can return next year and stay in the very same cottage (or, if not that one, another owned by this same property owner)!
5.0
The property was beautiful and well maintained. Great views of sunsets and of Chicago on clear days. Susan our host was very helpful on telling us everything we needed to know to make our stay wonderful. Would recommend this property to anyone looking for a place to stay in this area.
5.0
My sister and I got my parents a 2 night Christmas present at this cottage. Our folks loved the lake view and clean beach so much they never left for even a restaurant. The kitchen was stocked with anything you would need.
Highly suggest this spot!!!
5.0
Awesome place to rent for a vacation on Lake Michigan.
The property was beautiful and well maintained. Great views of sunsets and of Chicago on clear days. Susan our host was very helpful on telling us everything we needed to know to make our stay wonderful. Would recommend this property to anyone looking for a place to stay in this area.
5.0
Christmas present for my folks
My sister and I got my parents a 2 night Christmas present at this cottage. Our folks loved the lake view and clean beach so much they never left for even a restaurant. The kitchen was stocked with anything you would need.
Highly suggest this spot!!!
5.0
Porter Beach
We reserved this cottage wanting to have a winter experience right on the shoreline of Lake Michigan.The property was quite clean, nicely furnished. and exactly as advertised. Our hosts were welcoming, very focused on our health regarding Covid, and very hospitable. Our stay was exactly what we were looking for!
5.0
New Year’s Eve getaway
Everything was just as I saw online. Susan was very sweet even offering to help us carry our baggage down to the cottage. Snow and cold weather was actually a positive for a very relaxing do nothing getaway. Cottage had everything we needed to bring our own food and cook. We will absolutely be back. Loved this place!! ❤️
5.0
Thanks so much to Susan for the wonderful stay! My friends and I were here for a weekend and completely enjoyed the trip. The house is right up next to the water and it was relaxing to fall asleep to the sounds of the waves. The home was super clean, stocked with towels, dishes, and cookware. There is even a campfire that was stocked with wood (which we really appreciated and enjoyed!) and hot dog sticks. The space itself is quite lovely, you can easily see the sunrise and sunset. The home also had some games and movies stocked for extra activities. The only thing to keep in mind is when cooking, the smoke alarm is quite sensitive and went off a few times while making eggs and bacon (even with windows open). Aside from that, there isn't anything else that we felt needed feedback. I would definitely come back again for another maybe much longer stay. This spot is such a unique and great location to access the beach and really amazing getaway from the hustle and bustle from the city.
5.0
Beautiful and Relaxing Getaway!
Thanks so much to Susan for the wonderful stay! My friends and I were here for a weekend and completely enjoyed the trip. The house is right up next to the water and it was relaxing to fall asleep to the sounds of the waves. The home was super clean, stocked with towels, dishes, and cookware. There is even a campfire that was stocked with wood (which we really appreciated and enjoyed!) and hot dog sticks. The space itself is quite lovely, you can easily see the sunrise and sunset. The home also had some games and movies stocked for extra activities.
The only thing to keep in mind is when cooking, the smoke alarm is quite sensitive and went off a few times while making eggs and bacon (even with windows open). Aside from that, there isn't anything else that we felt needed feedback.
I would definitely come back again for another maybe much longer stay. This spot is such a unique and great location to access the beach and really amazing getaway from the hustle and bustle from the city.
5.0
A getaway at the lake
This property, a 2nd floor apartment has windows nearly 180 straight out looking out at Lake Michigan. It's a diamond of northern Indiana, simple but adequate.
The only drawback is the steps it takes from the top of a dune parking area to the house.
5.0
Amazing view
The cottage had a great view of Lake Michigan. The location is perfect for year round fun.
5.0
Fabulous location right on Lake Michigan
My husband and I stayed here for 2 nights. We really loved this spot. We had warm weather for late September and were able to leave the windows open at night and hear the sound of the waves washing onto shore. The living room windows give you a panoramic view which is fantastic. The furnishings are simple but comfortable, and we enjoyed sitting on the small deck with our morning coffee. Susan is super nice and gave us good information about the area. You can walk the beach into the state park. Wifi is a little spotty. My only suggestion is for a few additional items in the kitchen. The larger pans didn't have lids, and a couple of larger knives would be nice. We brought our own cooking oil, but that's something I always appreciate having at a rental place because it's easy to forget about that when shopping.
5.0
Amazing view
We were looking for a refreshing weekend away, and this property definitely enabled that. While we could hear the downstairs neighbors, overwhelmingly we enjoyed the relaxing crashing of the waves especially coupled with the incredible view of the lake. The bed was comfortable, and the kitchen had just enough to get us through the weekend. It was an easy walk down the beach to the state park. Susan was quick to bring down dish soap when I texted her about it. Overall, it was a nice location for a quick weekend away.
5.0
Fantastic location!
We wanted to a place to stay on the water where we could just relax and were lucky enough to find this gem! The cottage was very comfortable and had everything we needed. We appreciated having the kayaks at our disposal as we used them multiple times. The beds were super comfy, and we slept so well with the windows open, listening to the waves. This is NOT a place for anyone with accessibility issues - the walk down from parking is equivalent to about three flights of stairs, then up one flight into the cottage. We didn't mind, but should be noted in case it is an issue. Laundry facilities were next door and very convenient as well. Ericka and Susan were very responsive and helpful. Bottom line, I will definitely come back here!
FAQs
How much does this cottage cost compared to others in Porter?
The average price for a rental in Porter is $183 per night. This rental is $39 above the average.
Is parking included with this cottage?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this cottage?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Charming Lakefront Cottage in Indiana Dunes?
We found 7 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, kitchen / kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, and laundry.
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