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A serene beach view is presented, featuring soft beige sand and gentle waves lapping against the shore. Tall green grasses frame the scene, contrasting with the vibrant blue sky, creating a tranquil coastal atmosphere. The horizon showcases the merging of ocean and sky.
Apartment in Michigan City
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 37 reviews

Romantic Couples LOFT- King Bd, Hot Tub, Fire Pit

EsmeraldaRating, 5 stars5 days ago
I was looking for a cozy spot with a jacuzzi for a weekend celebration for my husband’s birthday and it was so much more than that. Carlo was super helpful with recommendations and quick to respond back. Such a great area to walk around and explore. We loved staying here and are looking to book later again this year!
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A sandy pathway leads through lush green vegetation toward a tranquil beach scene. Waves can be seen gently rolling onto the shore under a cloudy sky, with the distant outline of a skyline visible on the horizon.
Home in Porter
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews

National Park / Lake Michigan Neighbor

SantosRating, 5 stars3 weeks ago
Perfect for our trip. We attended the Indiana Dunes Bird Festival. This place was perfectly located for all of our activities. Later this summer if we go up for a beach getaway we would stay again. Walkable to deep dish pizza too. Great host. Very responsive. Thanks for the great stay.
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A dining area is highlighted by a large white table surrounded by wooden chairs, set for six. Natural light streams in through a nearby doorway, illuminating the space. A small desk with a dark finish is positioned beside the table, with decorative elements on display.
Apartment in Chesterton
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 30 reviews

Chesterton Charmer: Upper Unit

JuliaRating, 5 stars2 weeks ago
very nice, greatly equipped and super clean airBnB!
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Farm stay in Michigan City
4.98 out of 5 average rating, 93 reviews

Perfect for Two The Farmstead A Modern Barn Space

AubreyRating, 5 stars5 days ago
Absolutely loved this rental and the property it's on is so beautiful and peaceful! Jill was an amazing host-very friendly and responsive. The rental itself looks just like the photos-very cozy and makes you feel right at home. She gave us some recommendations for things to do nearby and all were great and we even hiked the trails around the farm. We had the best weekend and will definitely be returning in the future!
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The cabin exterior is softly illuminated by string lights, creating a welcoming ambiance at night. A central fire pit is surrounded by chairs, with a pathway leading towards the cabin entrance. The scene includes a lush, grassy area and a starry sky overhead.
Cabin in Walkerton
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 34 reviews

Cabin by the Creek

JanetRating, 5 stars2 days ago
What a gem! And 3 very kind, friendly, generous hosts made our mother-daughter trip the best ever. The cabin was pristine and included unexpected extras. We felt so welcome to be there. The farm is beautiful, and the cabin has multiple comfortable seating areas for enjoying nature. We learned how peaceful it is to sit near the babbling creek and gentle waterfall and watch the adorable little goats go about their daily routine. Yet it was an easy drive to good restaurants and Lake Michigan. I dont have enough space to tell you how wonderful this place is. Just go there. We will certainly return.
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A modern kitchen area features a granite countertop with a sink and modern fixtures. An open layout allows views into the living space, which is furnished with a comfortable sectional sofa. Warm light is provided by hanging fixtures, enhancing the functional design of the space.
Apartment in Portage
5 out of 5 average rating, 19 reviews

Lake Landing

JimRating, 5 stars2 months ago
Host was great. good communication, and very helpful and accommodating
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The exterior of a modern one-story home features a dark wood facade complemented by natural wood accents. The entrance includes a simple pathway leading to a central front door, flanked by large windows on either side, surrounded by trees and sandy landscaping.
Bungalow in Miller
4.97 out of 5 average rating, 62 reviews

Indiana Dunes / Lake Michigan Bungalow Beach House

EmilyRating, 5 stars5 days ago
The house is very cute and perfectly set-up for our family of four. Walkability to the beach was awesome - just a short few blocks through a lake-house neighborhood. Also very close to all the National Park hikes we had on our list. The surrounding towns are quite industrial and we didn’t get a great sense of what they might have to offer BUT we came for the Indiana Dunes National Park, the lake, and the beach and this house perfectly supported that focus. We would stay here again!
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Guesthouse in Michigan City
4.58 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

HotTub/3 Min To Beach/SteamRoom/MassageChair/Kayak

PamRating, 5 stars1 week ago
Everything was lovely! Thank you for the nice stay. It was so quiet and peaceful. The only minor thing is the kitchen did not have any oven mitts. But we managed. Thank you so much!
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Your guide to Dune Acres

All About Dune Acres

On the shores of Lake Michigan in northwest Indiana, the small town of Dune Acres is home to natural sand dunes, lush woodlands, and freshwater beaches. It’s hard to believe that this beach town, which is nestled within the Indiana Dunes National Park and on the doorstep of Indiana Dunes State Park, is only 45 minutes from Chicago. With two miles of shoreline, the soft sand beaches are a major draw for visitors, and lifeguards patrol the safe swimming waters in the summer. Hiking, biking, and paddling are also great ways to enjoy the outdoors here. With one of the highest levels of plant diversity in the Midwest, the ecosystem within the marshes and woodlands surrounding Dune Acres creates a haven for birdlife. Birders flock here to spot herons, songbirds, woodpeckers, and warblers.

At the heart of town is the Dune Acres Clubhouse, built in 1925, which is on the National Register of Historic Places. It sits high on Lake Michigan’s tallest dune, and so from here, you’ll be rewarded with views of the lake — on a clear day, the Chicago skyline appears across the water.

The best time to stay in a vacation rental in Dune Acres

Summertime in this part of Indiana offers the perfect setting for a stay in one of many available beach rentals. From June through August, you can expect warm and sunny days for enjoying the sand and water. The area hosts many popular events in July, including Fireworks on West Beach and the Sand Sculpture Contest, which showcases amazingly creative works of beach art. Late July through August can get hot and surprisingly humid, so you may want to be on or around the water as much as possible.

Spring is a great time to visit, with mostly mild days and wildflowers blooming along the Heron Rookery Trail. During fall, temperatures tend to drop into the chilly regions, and rain is more likely, but the changing colors of the leaves provide a stunning backdrop to the dunes. Winter brings the chance of snowfall, and you can expect cold temperatures and significant winds coming off the water, so make sure you’re prepared with plenty of layers. Nearby Valparaiso puts on a holiday light show and festive activities all through December.

Top things to do in Dune Acres

The 3 Dune Challenge

Take on the famous 3 Dune Challenge, a hike across the three tallest dunes in Indiana Dunes State Park, which is harder than it looks. You’ll travel 1.5 miles, climbing more than 550 feet, including 192 feet to the top of Mount Tom. At the top of each dune, you’ll be rewarded with expansive views across the blue water of Lake Michigan. For this challenging hike, bring plenty of water, sturdy footwear, and sunscreen.

Great Marsh Trail

Explore the Great Marsh Trail, a one-mile trail through wetlands, where you can spot an abundance of local birdlife, including mallards and rusty blackbirds as well as herons and egrets. A population of beavers also calls the marsh home and can often be spotted from the observation deck. If you’re visiting in the spring or fall, you’ll witness large flocks of migratory birds stopping here.

West Beach

Located in Indiana Dunes National Park, West Beach offers a swath of sandy shoreline with sheltered picnic areas, grills, and a bathhouse. This Lake Michigan beach is a popular swimming spot. West Beach is also home to 2.5 miles of trails to explore, including the Dune Succession Trail, a boardwalk hike up 270 stairs that reaches a viewpoint overlooking Lake Michigan.

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