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Lifetime Memories*Big Beach Front House*Fire Place/Pit*Free WiFi*Paddle Boards

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Dining
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

8 bedrooms5 bathroomsSleeps 24325 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Lifetime Memories*Big Beach Front House*Fire Place/Pit*Free WiFi*Paddle Boards

Lakefront Home 8Br 5Bath (Sleeps 24). Unobstructed views of Lake Michigan and a 200 step walk to the best section of Sheridan Beach. Firepit outside (propane), WIFI, Deck with big Weber gas grill, wood-burning fireplace, etc. Lower level (walk-out) just redone with LR, 3BR, new bathroom and front loader laundry. First floor also just redone - new kitchen, bath, and wood floors! Second and third floors both brand new - second floor with four bedrooms and two baths and two of the bedrooms have sliding glass doors to deck facing the lake! Spiral stair to third floor loft/bedroom for lots of kids with sliding glass doors to another huge deck. All floors with large decks with beautiful views of Lake Michigan. Beach is virtually private at this, the far end of Michigan City's public beach. Stand Up Paddle Boards and some Life Vests available for your use.

Property manager

Todd Davis

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 8 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Outdoor shower
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Golf
  • Water sports equipment
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 3,500 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 26

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We Love extended families!!

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No Bachelor or Bachelorette or other loud parties
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Map
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Sheridan Beach - 5 min walk
  • Washington Park Beach - 2 min drive
  • Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive
  • Blue Chip Casino - 4 min drive
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 10 min drive
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lifetime Memories*Big Beach Front House*Fire Place/Pit*Free WiFi*Paddle Boards pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Lifetime Memories*Big Beach Front House*Fire Place/Pit*Free WiFi*Paddle Boards?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lifetime Memories*Big Beach Front House*Fire Place/Pit*Free WiFi*Paddle Boards?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lifetime Memories*Big Beach Front House*Fire Place/Pit*Free WiFi*Paddle Boards located?

Nestled on the beach, this Michigan City holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Sheridan Beach and Lake Michigan. Stop 7 Beach and Putting Green Park are also within 15 minutes.

Lifetime Memories*Big Beach Front House*Fire Place/Pit*Free WiFi*Paddle Boards Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 109 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 128 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 128 reviews" "
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9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Debbie H.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Location and lake views great. Cleanliness and attention to detail lacking.
Suggestions: better cleaning company, add safety features like tub mats/bars, Kleenex in bathrooms, basement bedrooms need some work so you don’t feel like you’re in a basement.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great getaway with friends
We had a reunion with friends and stayed at this home for a Notre Dame game. The house and location were perfect! Stunning views, beautiful home and plenty of space for our group of 16. Our property manager answered any questions immediately. I would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Milton H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Work retreat Planning Sessions
Everything was as expected. Great home. Beautiful views of the lake. If this event becomes an annual outing, this will be our location. Plenty of beds and rooms.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dan E.

Liked: Cleanliness
2nd Successful trip here!
This is the second year we have stayed here and it was great just like the first year! The beach has amazing sand and sand bottom in lake and not crowded at all! Lots of beach chairs to use at the house so we didn't have to bring ours. Lots of bedrooms and bathrooms so we didn't have any issues with being crowded. It was great to have a second fridge on bottom level too! We will be staying here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

JOLENE E., Normal, IL

Girl’s Trip
The basement was not completely finished. There is no ceiling, just painted joists and ductwork. The remaining house was very nice. The view of the lake was beautiful!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Pamela A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Reunion
The house was nice and worked well for our group. We really enjoyed our time there. The only bad point were the downstairs bedrooms. We realize this isn’t a hotel but the rooms downstairs need some updating. All the other floors were really great bright and airy. Good chance we will rent again. Thank you so much!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mari S., Schoolcraft, Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness
Another beautiful week at the Lake
This was our 4th year enjoying this property. We love the openness of the floor plan since we like to gather in the mornings for our coffee. The multiple floors allow each family to have an area of the house with their own bathroom and bedrooms. The kitchen is well stocked with dishes and cooking utensils. The house is also well stocked with beach items like chairs, places to wash your feet off, and a lovely wood walk to get to the dune. The walk to the beach was a walk in nature-birds, deer, and rabbits (an eagle in the distance). The beach was clean and big-lots of sand. We love this house and always enjoy our stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Theresa L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Treasured memories
It doesn't get any better than this. This is our 3rd time staying at this location. I host my siblings and their children and grandchildren. It is perfect for large group dining and great conversation, either on the deck or in the large dining area. Direct access to the lake is the game changer. Most of the fam stay in their own VRBO's but arrive daily for meals and beach. The house is always updated, clean and bright. We never run out of hot water and the A/C is perfect. I hope to come every 4th of July! The kids have a wonderful time reconnecting with their cousins. Thank you for the wonderful memories that we are creating again and again each year.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharon M.

Liked: Cleanliness
BEST beach & BEST house!!
We came with 20 people ranging in ages from 6-80 years old and every one had an amazing time. The house has a great kitchen with a gas range, 2 refrigerators in the house and a large table enough for all of us to fit. The beach was amazing with gorgeous sunsets and lots of beautiful rocks for the kids and adults to find. The teens loved the paddle boards and the younger kids loved the sand toys. There were also more than enough board games for our late nights away from the beach. Trying to please 20 people is no easy feat but this house really made its mark on all of us and created forever memories. We can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B., Glenview

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location!
My big family and I had a great time here. I love that the property had private access to the beach. Just a short walk over the dune then your at your own private beach. Huge sandy area to play, run, lounge. The sunsets were amazing. The views from the deck were spectacular. The price was reasonable compared to other overpriced properties. I hope it will stay that way. The whole family wanted to come back again next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Group trip
The location of this house is amazing- the views over the dune and lake, easy quick walk to beach. Loved having the beach chairs for the group and enjoyed the paddle board. Large dining table for group meals. Two fridges accommodated food and drink for the group for the long weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great House on the Beach
This is a great property has everything you need for a large group. Just check in make yourself at home. Right on the beach. Has chairs and paddle boards for the beach which was a nice amenity. Would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Misty G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Trip
The house was just what we wanted. Clean rooms with a great main level to hang out and watch the winter storm over the lake. It was beautiful!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great use of space
House was well equipped. Beach was beautiful.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great property
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

vickie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Retreat
It was a perfect house for what we are looking for. Adequate space for dining and gathering for our large group of 11. Beach and sunset view are beautiful. Loved the solitude this time of year.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Vicky W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Lake Michigan trip
All adults on this trip overall the house was as described and Todd was quick to respond to any question we had. The parking is difficult but manageable. The one thing I think needs done is some lighting near the basement door. We did have an AC problem while we were there I called Todd and the next morning the HVAC guy arrived and had it fixed in about 30 minutes. The bedrooms in the basement are pretty dark but do serve as extra sleeping space the other bedrooms are very nice. There was a lot of outdoor space to enjoy and the beach was a short walk over the dune. There were a lot of games to play not a lot of space for dry food items in the kitchen. The bathrooms could use some shelving or hooks for towels. Overall the basement could use some brightening up but the rest of the house was nice. We had a great time visiting the area.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

vickie m.

Liked: Cleanliness
three day retreat
The property worked well for us. Several gathering spots and spacious dining area. Gorgeous sunsets and walks on the beach. Would recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Beach House!
Everything was as advertised - perfect for our group of 9 adults. The house was clean, the beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well-equipped, the neighborhood was quiet. The beach chairs and paddle boards made our beach time memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Danielle N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Friends Getaway
This is our second year in a row staying at this place and we just loved it both years. Hoping to go back next year!!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tyler P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Big house, private beach, great for large groups!
The property was incredible! Plenty of beds, fully stocked kitchen was great for home cooked meals, and plenty of beach chairs for the whole group! The beach is just a short walk away and is private, providing plenty of quiet time for your group to hangout uninterrupted. The house was huge and had plenty of seating options for everyone to gather for dinner inside or outside, games around the table, or around a fire outside. There are lots of things to do in town but we recommend spending as much time at the beach as you can. We will definitely come back to this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Avrohom F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible Spot for a Vacation!
We had an amazing time during our stay! It was so nice to be right on the beach! Everything was as described on the listing. We would definitely recommend this house and we would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

joann J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great location with lots to do. The house was very clean and well furnished. The spiral staircase was very small/narrow but when you got to the upper floor the view was beautiful with a large tv, sectional sofa and nice bathroom. The view was very nice to enjoy from the main public area through the 3 sets of sliding doors. The only problem the doors were very hard to slide open and screens need repair. Overall it was a good place to enjoy family time.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Harry E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful House by the Lake
Large, clean, well renovated house, with three decks overlooking the dunes and water. Plenty of beach equipment. All one could ask for.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meredith B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing family reunion/vacation!
This property accommodated our group of 18 very well! The main floor was perfect for a crowd, with an extra large kitchen table; extra table for puzzles and games; sufficient plates, silverware, etc.; multiple seating areas; and spacious deck with lots of chairs and tables. The location was amazing, with a short walk down to a beautiful beach and an hour and 15 minutes to downtown Chicago. The main floor of the house was large, comfortable and modern, although the kitchen lacked a place to put dry food which was a little challenging. The upper floor was fine; bedrooms were basic and clean and the bathrooms were nicely done and modern. The bonus room above that was great for our teenagers and younger cousins! The spiral staircase to get up there is not for the faint of heart but the kids were not fazed in the slightest; if anything it added to the fun! The basement rooms were really just a place to rest at night, which was fine for our group because all of our waking hours were spent on the main floor, on the outdoor decks or on the beach! The basement rooms could use some sprucing up for sure, but I would say they are as advertised. If there was any downside to the house I would say that many in our party found their mattresses to be uncomfortable. Otherwise though we had an amazing time and would definitely come back if we lived closer! I will also mention that the owner/property manager (not sure who I was talking to) was extremely responsive and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023