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Home near Indiana Dunes, Lake Michigan, Chicago!
Enjoy home away from home in this beautiful two bedroom, THREE beds, one bath home with plenty of living room and kitchen sunlight . Relax in a comfortable living room with recliner chairs while you enjoy a warm cup of coffee or your beverage of choice.Home has plenty of parking including a driveway for two cars and free street parking. If you enjoy the outdoors, you'll love our extra large back yard! Enjoy a short walk down the block to a beautiful trail and enjoy winter sledding and disc golf.

The Studio at the Dunes
Experience tiny living at the Studio after a day exploring the beautiful Indiana Dunes National Park! You will love this cozy tiny house with vaulted ceilings and modern amenities. Cool off with the mini-split air conditioner and relax on the sofa chaise after a long day in the sun. Staying in? Enjoy a board game while listening to some oldies on the record player, take a dip in the cozy hot tub, or relax in the hammocks by the fire pit in the secluded back yard. You’re sure to leave refreshed!

House of Zen: Peaceful Modern Cabin on Tryon Farm
The House of Zen is an architect designed home situated in the woods, part of a sustainable farm community on 170 acres. Only an hour drive from Chicago, and close to Indiana Dunes National Park, it is the ultimate escape. The perfect getaway for couples, creatives and nature lovers who want some peace, quiet and space. Explore the farm trails & enjoy the wildlife and soothing sounds. Note: We have a 3 night minimum stay during summer, but open up 2 night stays 1-2 weeks before if possible.

South Shore Studio Apartment {National Park}
I have to warn you definitely not a hook up spot or party house!!! typically rise with rooster on this 5 acre country setting with a small fishing pond. 420 friendly .. Quiet hours are 11 -8 generally some music playing, musicians are welcome !! if you happen to book on a Sunday i host an Open Mic in my Barn every Sunday ..... pretty relaxed. Upon arriving, turn into the driveway, and then right into the yard. Apartment is upstairs, the door is open with the keys inside. ✌️

Heart of Historical Dist.*King*Parking*A/C*#1
Our charming one bedroom (King)apartment is perfect for a getaway in NW IN and will provide everything you need to have an enjoyable stay! Located near Lighthouse Outlets, Restaurants, Casino, Breweries, Indiana Dunes National & State Parks (7 -11.3 miles), Washington Park (1.4 miles) and more! South Shore Line electric train platform is right behind property. (in quiet zone). Day trips are easy to downtown Chicago or South Bend IN. Catch a Notre Dame game one day and see the Bears the next.

Bro’s Place 6 mile drive to Indiana Dune’s
Welcome if you like country life Bro’s place is the place to be...watching the sheep, chickens and wildlife on you back deck making dinner on the grill with a full kitchen. Pick your own veggies outside the back door when in season. You will find a welcome basket with snacks, wine and homemade soap in bathroom fresh eggs from our chickens when available if your planning to visit our Beautiful Indiana Dunes you’ll find everything you need..chairs, towels, cooler Queen size sofa sleeper

Neon Dunes Vista Beachfront Cottage
Neon Dunes Cottage is a one bedroom romantic getaway. A newly renovated cottage with new kitchen, modern appliances and new bathroom all in a bright airy home. It is located in Indiana Dunes National Park/Miller Beach. Only 1.5 blocks to the beach, you can hike trails nearby and come back to relax in a unique, comfortable setting with ambiance and charm. It's perfect for summer/holidays. Wifi, onsite parking and self check in, allow you to enjoy our wonderful home in privacy and peace.

"myhathouse" detached studio downtown Chesterton
Vaulted skylights allow natural light. Ksize bed. Couch opens into a full size bed. (DEEP cleaned to AirBnb COVID-19 disinfectant standards) Fully stocked kitchen, sm. bathroom w/ shower. Parking ft. of house, 1.5 M from Lake Michigan Shoreline, 2 blocks to 15th St. entry to Prairie-Dune Trail. European Market (May -Oct) each Saturday downtown. Fall season drives along U.S. HW 12 & 20 for foliage Winter day hikes, x-county skis trail, shopping trips to the Michigan City Outlet mall.

"Tiny House" Guest House - No Cleaning Fee
"Tiny House" guest house located under large oak trees near the beach, and not far from I-94 and the Michigan state line. Vaulted ceiling, open feeling. Light and bright décor. Full bathroom, comfy couch, and other amenities. Polished concrete floor, whitewashed shiplap ceiling, hand-crafted oak furniture, suspended shelving. High ceilings, windows with southern exposure, front porch with siting chairs and a grill. Convenient charger for electric cars. Never a cleaning fee.

The Dune Den! Huge Yard/Firepit/Near Town+Dunes
Right in-between The Dunes National Park and downtown Chesterton, you will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally-located home. Things to look forward to: Less than 10 minutes to the Dunes and beaches or head 3 minutes the other way to downtown for food, drinks and plenty of small town fun. This charismatic home greets you with all new furniture, front porch, HUGE fenced yard, and local decor. You will fall in love with this family town so bring the kids!

'Pool Barn' w/Games & Hot Tub near Indiana Dunes
Hot tub open all year! Pool will reopen May 1. The Pool Barn is only 1 hour from Chicago & less than 10 minutes from large sand beaches & hiking trails of Indiana Dunes National Park & Indiana Dunes State Park. Outside enjoy our Pool, hot tub, grill, firepit, playground, & we are on the hike/bike trail. Inside is billiards, ping pong, air hockey, darts, popashot, foosball, board games, large smart tv, 5 beds, couch, & full kitchen. No cleaning fee. Book today!

Rainbows End 🌈 Plensa
Escape to a tranquil countryside cottage on a 20-acre farm. Enjoy breathtaking sunrises from the picture window, relax in lounge chairs, and gather around the fire pit and grill or take a trail walk down to the south branch of the Galien River. Just 10 minutes from Lake Michigan, and within 5 miles of a casino and a golf course, it's the perfect retreat for nature lovers and entertainment seekers. Book now and experience rural bliss with nearby attractions!
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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.
What are the 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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