Big Blue beach house with a brand new hot tub!

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Welcome to Big Blue! Enjoy family and friends around the dinner table.

A small, firm futon can sleep an extra guest.

Blue ottoman equipped with extra blankets.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

Outdoor Space

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Washer

Dryer

Kitchen

Explore the area

Michigan City, IN

Washington Park Beach19 min walk
Blue Chip Casino3 min drive
Washington Park Zoo3 min drive
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5

2 Twin Beds

Living Room (lower level)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Living Room Upper Level

1 Double Sofa Bed

2 bathrooms

Lower bathroom

Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

The ultimate friend/family vacation house! Fully updated & stocked with new kitchenware, appliances, beach toys/towels, & smart TVs; this rental has everything you need! Less than 2 miles from the beach & casino, & a short drive from tree-lined hiking trails in the nation's newest national park. Enjoy wineries, boat rentals, cafes, Michigan City Zoo, splash pad & park, outlet malls, & antique shops. The perfect getaway for up to 12 people!

To avoid any confusion, potential guests should thoroughly read ALL information below before requesting to book. (We promise that the info below will better prepare you for your trip and answer 99% of your questions!) Thank you!

ADDITIONAL INFO:
We welcome guests of all backgrounds! However, due to prior disrespectful renters and property damage, we will only be accepting booking requests from:
--Users who already have positive reviews.
--Users who have provided verified government ID.
--Renters that are above the age of 25.
--Renters who are not bringing pets.
We value our relationship with our neighbors, so events/gatherings/parties are not to be held by guests. In order to keep the home in excellent condition for future guests, we are firm on these rules. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
***Note that if you are bringing infants/babies, the house is NOT baby-proofed. (Furniture is not secured to walls, outlet blockers are not included, cabinets/drawers are not locked, etc.) We also do not have a pack-and-play/portable crib, so guests will need to bring their own.***
Other things to note
CHECK-IN INFO:
--Guests who book will receive detailed check-in instructions and a key code for entry on the morning of their scheduled arrival. All of this will be communicated through VRBO messenger.
--Please note that Michigan City is on Central Standard Time (CST). Check-in is between 4 and 7 p.m.; guests must check out by 10 a.m. so that we can clean/prepare for our next renters before they arrive.
--Our cancellation policy is moderate.

Property manager

Kirby & Taryn Atwell

Premier Host

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor Space

Pool

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

***Note that if you are bringing infants/babies, t

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking of any kind is strictly prohibited inside

Guest is Required to Sign a Rental Agreement

Security Hold of $500 will be processed by the Host on the Guest's Credit Card

Minimum Age of Primary Renter is 25 years of age, and Primary Renter must be on site for duration of the stay

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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

Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Michigan City

Located in Michigan City, this vacation home is on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Friendship Botanic Gardens and Washington Park Zoo are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

Friendship Botanic Gardens - 9 min walk
Washington Park Beach - 19 min walk
Blue Chip Casino - 3 min drive
Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive
Sheridan Beach - 3 min drive

Getting around

Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 8 min drive
South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 48 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 4 min drive
Zorn Brew Works Co - 4 min drive
The Game - 3 min drive
William B's Steakhouse - 3 min drive
Barker Inn - 5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Blue beach house with a brand new hot tub! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Big Blue beach house with a brand new hot tub!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Blue beach house with a brand new hot tub!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Blue beach house with a brand new hot tub! located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Friendship Botanic Gardens, Lake Michigan, and Blue Chip Casino. Stop 2 Beach and Washington Park Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Brent G., Omaha, Nebraska USA

Oct 30, 2023

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

Notre Dame Getaway

This house was perfect for our quick football weekend. Thanks again.

Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Faith F.

Oct 1, 2023

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

Great Stay!!

Our stay was wonderful. The host responded quickly to all of our needs. The house was clean, located in a great area, and had enough room for all of us to relax comfortably and have fun together.

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tara A.

Sep 18, 2023

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

Nice home

Had a wonderful time! Beautiful home!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Yaakov G.

Aug 22, 2023

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

Clean house. 3min drive to the beach

Very clean house, once you realize the shortcut to the beach it is very close.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Arlinda S.

Aug 14, 2023

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

Quick trip to Michigan

The home was so spacious & nicely decorated & remodeled! All updated appliances & furniture. Located very close to many things to do! Communication was great as well! We loved it

Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023