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Stay Before School Starts, Close to Beach w/CART
This place worked out perfectly for entertaining. I would have to say I’m in love with the kitchen layout and the fact that there are two ovens for cooking. It was also very spacious allowing my family the opportunity to come together and enjoy each other’s company in comfort. The layout is beautiful & location is perfect for holiday and beach activities. If I could I would buy this house!

5bd Artsy Urban Home near Lake, Beach, Nat’l Park
Our stay for a last-minute golf trip worked out perfectly. Hazel was very kind and the place was easy to access. All courses and Casino were within 15 min radius of the place. Was slightly difficult to find an uber/lyft but we managed. Thank you!

Studio flat in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast
The Price was PERFECT for this beautiful location of GOLD COAST!!

Historic Victorian Mansion
This was our second stay at this home in Michigan City. Our four kids loved walking to breakfast and staying in the cool old house!
Dune Acres fishing vacation rentals

Charming Cottage on the Lake
Our stay was very relaxing and tranquil. The scenery of the lake and the cleanliness of the house were amazing. Definitely would go back again.

Lakefront House, Pontoon, Deck, Fire Pit & More!
Leah was a phenomenal host, very responsive and fast with her replies to my questions. The place was super comfortable and welcoming. It was peaceful and quiet just as advertised. Had a wonderful stay!

Make Lasting Memories at Beautiful Lake Chapin
Second time staying at this Airbnb in Berrien Springs, and it was a great escape from the city! Clean interior and king size bed were fantastic. It rained, so we didn't get to kayak, but it's great that we had the option. Would return again for a third time some day!

Secluded Log Home - Private Lake!
We had an excellent time as a family at David's cabin. Everything was as advertised, and more. David was very proactive in communicating with us and responsive to any questions we had. The cabin was really, really beautiful, with peaceful surroundings and all the comforts of a well appointed home. David was clear about the pet policy and our dog was clearly welcome in the home. David left really nice touches for the humans as well, with cookies and muffins on our arrival. The house was well stocked with everything we needed, and we are particularly impressed with how well everything is labeled...light switches, cupboard doors, electronics, etc. Very, very well done. We enjoyed our long weekend, winter escape!

Pet friendly, lakefront, 3 kayaks & docks included
My wife and I stayed here for our anniversary getaway. I am so glad that we did! The property is absolutely beautiful. Everything was super clean and ready for our check in. We found everything we needed in the home, from kitchen items to a few bathroom items that we forgot to pack. We so appreciated the view of the lake, from inside and out on the deck and pier. Watching the sunset was priceless. The hammock was sleep inducing! This property is so serene, so peaceful, so gorgeous. I just can't say enough good things about it. Sierra was very communicative, approachable, responsive, and accommodating. She truly is a Superhost. We will definitely be staying here again! On a side note, treat yourself to a meal at Drift on Pine, just 10 minutes away, as it was one of the best meals we've had in a long time. Don't hesitate to book your stay here. It is everything that it is supposed to be and more.

"SERENITY COTTAGE" Picturesque lake front w/3 bdr!
This is the second time we stayed at Serenity Cottage, Lake Of The Woods It is an ideal location for us because we have family in Bremen, Bourbon, and Plymouth. The setting is beautiful. We love the big open family area. The kitchen is lovely and we usually cook most of our meals so it is stocked well enough to do this. The owner lives next-door and checked in to make sure everything was OK. We will definitely stay here again.

Lakeshore Cottage🎣 🚣♂️Waterfront/Great Wi-fi
My family has been here before and it was during the summer and we loved it sooo much that we came back but this time it’s during spring, we definitely prefer going during the summer but we love this place so much!!! My kids love it ❤️ we loved using the grill and the paddle boats. Would definitely suggest it for families!

Second Floor Apartment sitting on Pine Lake
Rhonda was a wonderful host. The place was beautiful and the lake peaceful. We loved the firepit!
Dune Acres house rentals

Superhost Wrigley/Lakeview Duplex 3BR/2.5BA
Lovely place in a good location.

Great Living Too
I cannot say enough about how clean the house was. Wonderful space for everyone. Kitchen table was large enough for my group to play games at and the basement space was large enough for everyone too! If we are back in the area we would stay here again!

Walk to ND/Eddy Street, ProCleaned/Comfy/Updated
This is an awesome home - we came for a get together and a game with friends. The location is fantastic - incredibly walkable to the stadium, campus, and Eddy street. The house was perfect for our group - three TVs all going simultaneously was a great way to experience football weekend!

Sq Toe's Last Resort:Pet-Friendly*Fenced* GameRoom
My partner and I booked a last minute stay here on our way back from a road trip. Ryan was very responsive (within 30 minutes) and we loved staying at the house. The backyard was perfect to let our dog run around off leash and the house was very cozy. The neighborhood is very quiet and you’re just a few blocks from the best ice cream place in the midwest, Oinks. We would absolutely stay here again.

Perfect spot: 3 FULL baths, 4 bedrooms
It is the perfect place for our family with lots of space. We love the yard for the kids to be able to run around. It is also close enough to downtown to walk. Joe is very responsive and accommodating.

Warm and comfortable inviting Suburban home !
very nice and responsive house great peaceful calm area just a little bit far from the city with traffic otherwise wonderful stay, plan to book again !

Irish Retreat
We stayed at Linda’s while visiting family over the holidays and it was a comfortable, well stocked, clean, home away from home. It’s on a busy road but because of that close to everything. Linda was responsive and helpful. Kitchen had lots of condiments, coffee filters, cooking basics. Lots of extras like blankets, games, and box fans.

3BR w/sauna, tanning bed, hot tub 3.9 miles fromND
We had a e couples weekend for my birthday and we had everything we needed as far as amenities for adults. I would recommend this place to anyone including people with kids.
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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- Millennium Park
- Wrigley Field
- United Center
- Navy Pier
- Shedd Aquarium
- Warren Dunes State Park
- Guaranteed Rate Field
- Humboldt Park
- Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio
- University of Notre Dame
- 875 North Michigan Avenue
- Lincoln Park Zoo
- Museum of Science and Industry
- The Field Museum
- Wicker Park
- Chicago History Museum
- Willis Tower
- Potato Creek State Park
- Flossmoor Golf Club
- Brookfield Zoo
- Lincoln Park
- Skokie Country Club
- Garfield Park Conservatory
- Chicago Cultural Center