Hot Tub + Fire Pit + Dog-Friendly Retreat Beach

Unforgettable beach vacation for a up to 14 –plus a doggy or 2– in this amenity-filled 3 Story farmhouse-style retreat mins from beaches you will find 4 Bedrooms Plus an Open Loft Sleeping/Hangout Area. You’ll love the quiet, family-friendly Sheridan Beach neighborhood close to Washington Pk beach and attractions. Enjoy special touches like cornhole, grill, firepit with Smores Bar included, beach accessories, and a porch off the master bedroom. Option to also book next-door home for larger groups or multiple families.



Access Sheridan House Too through the back door via convenient keyless entry and make your way to the living room. Relax on the comfortable living-room furnishings. Enjoy your favorite movies, shows, and sports using log-ins for your own streaming subscriptions on the Smart TV. Grab your beach towels as you head out to the beach. (Hosts also supply accessories, such as wagon, umbrella, and beach toys!)



Prep and cook culinary creations in the bright, light-drenched eat-in kitchen. You’ll find all the standard appliances in stainless-steel – microwave, chef-preferred gas stove, refrigerator, and dishwasher. You have all the cookware, bakeware, dishware, flatware, glassware, serving-ware, and utensils you need to prepare and serve your favorite meals, plus toaster, blender, hand-mixer, and coffeemaker.



Indoor dinging at the table for 10 or eat outside and accomidate 14.



Kiddos and doggos will love romping in the in the charming backyard. Also discover here the firepit with its Adirondack chairs, and grill with supplied grill utensils. The welcoming covered front porch is a great spot to enjoy your morning coffee.



After a full day at the beach or exploring all that the Michigan City area has to offer – or just hanging out, relaxing and having fun at Sheridan House 2, head for a restful night’s sleep in your choice of 4 bedrooms.



As you reach the top of the stairs to the second floor, you’ll find a Bunkroom, with two twin-on-twin bunkbeds that sleep 4.



Discover the second-floor King Bedroom, with king bed, inviting linens, and easy access to the 2nd-floor balcony, a relaxing spot to sit and watch the world go by. Lull yourself to sleep watching the Smart TV.



Also on the second floor, you’ll find the bright and cheerful Double-Double Bedroom with 2 double beds, a dresser, and luggage rack.



The third-floor Loft Bedroom, with its king bed is tucked under the eaves and flanked by bedside tables with lamps and is perfect for those seeking the ultimate privacy.



At the top of the stairs there is an additional living space that features a day bed that will work as 2 twin beds or folds into a single king size bed. There is also room for a large Air Mattress creating a great place for additional sleeping areas.



The bathroom on the second floor features a tub/shower combo.



Find a handy half bath on the main floor.



You’ll love the convenience of the washer and dryer on the first floor.



You’ll appreciate your hosts’ reputation for solid communication and rapid responses when contacted.



AMENITY HIGHLIGHTS:

– Firepit

– Pet-Friendly

– Grill

– Cornhole game

– Board and card games, puzzles

– Fully equipped kitchen

– Washer/Dryer

– Smart TV

– Wi-Fi

– Beach accessories + towels

– Smart-home features

– Workspace/desk



You have full access to everything in the home and the backyard, except locked closet.



No fumbling with keys; self-check-in is available with a keypad smart lock.



Parking for 3 vehicles is available in the rear parking area, with additional free street parking in front.



You’ll be close Indiana Dune Park, Michigan City’s Washington Park beach, downtown, zoo, restaurants, outlet-mall shopping, and many other attractions. See Location tab for more.



You’ll be close Indiana Dune Park, Michigan City’s Washington Park beach, downtown, zoo, restaurants, outlet-mall shopping, and more.



Distances to nearby attractions:



Walk to:

– Washington Park Beach: 1.1 miles

– Sheridan Beach: 1 mile

– Dune Billies Beach Café: .1 miles

– Cool Runnings Jamaican Restaurant: .2 miles

– Blue Chip Casino: .7 miles

– Downtown Michigan City: 2 miles

– Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: 1.1 miles



Beaches:

– Washington Park Beach: 1.1 miles

– Sheridan Beach: 1 mile

– Indiana Dunes: 7.2 miles

– Cowles Bog: 13.2 miles

– Dunbar Beach Access: 7.4 miles

– Kemil Road Beach Access: 9.2 miles

– Lake View Picnic Area/Kemil & Dunbar Beaches: 9.2 miles

– Mount Baldy: 2.8 miles

– Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk: 18.4 miles

– Porter Beach Area: 12.6 miles



Attractions:

– Oasis Splash Park; Great spot for kids: .8 miles

– Canada Playground: .1 mile

– Hawthorn Park Disc Golf: 12.7 miles

– Hesston Steam Museum: 12.1 miles

– Radke’s Orchards: (apple picking) 8.4 miles

– Rosey’s Berry Farm: (strawberry picking): 9 miles

– The Lucky Hatchet: 4.7 miles

– Friendship Botanic Gardens: 1.4 miles

– Dunes Summer Theatre: 5.4 miles

– City Lanes Bowling Center: 4 miles

– Old Lighthouse Museum: 1 mile

– Michigan City Skate Park: 1.5 miles

– Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets: 1.1 miles

– Southlake Mall: 33.1 miles

– Downtown Michigan City: 2 miles

– Downtown Valparaiso: 23.1 miles

– Downtown Chesterton (adorable shops): 13.7 miles

– Chicago: 58.4 miles



Adventures in Nature:

Indiana Dunes National Park (7.2 miles) offers14 Hiking Trail systems:

1. Bailly Homestead, Chellberg Farm, Little Calumet River and Mnoké Prairie Trail System

2. Calumet Dunes Trail System

3. Cowles Bog Trail System

4. Dune Ridge Trail System

5. Glenwood Dunes Trail System

6. Great Marsh Trail System

7. Heron Rookery Trail System

8. Hobart Prairie Grove Trail System:

-Hobart Woodland Hike

-Oak Savannah Hike

9. Miller Woods Trail System

10. Mount Baldy Trail System

11. Pinhook Trail System

-Upland hike.

-Bog hike

12. Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk

13. Tolleston Dunes Trail System

14. West Beach Trail System

-3-Loop Hike



Wineries/Vineyards:

– Butler Winery: 13.9 miles

– Shady Creek Winery: 4.1 miles

– Round Barn Winery: 14.3 miles

– Tabor Hill Winery: 28.6 miles

– Dablon Vineyards: 30.7 miles



Local Restaurants

– Lakeshore Coffee Specialties: 1.2 miles

– The Goblin & The Grocer (a variety of dishes and delicious drinks): 6.6 miles

– Dune Billies Beach Café: .1 miles

– Panini Panini: 2.2 miles

– Leeds Public House: 1.3 miles

– Cool Runnings Jamaican restaurant: 2 miles



For Gamblers

– Blue Chip Casino Hotel Spa: .7 miles

– Four Winds Casino: 11.9 miles



You have the option to book both Sheridan House 2 and next-door Sheridan House, for larger groups and multiple families who want to vacation together.



Unit has a security camera.



No parties allowed in this unit, per Airbnb regulations.



Pets allowed with $85 per pet fee.



***We welcome children, but please note, the house is NOT baby-proofed for infants/babies. (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 and are solely responsible for keeping a close eye on children.***



***Check-in is after 4 p.m.; guests must check out by 10 a.m. so that we can clean/prepare for our next renters before they arrive. (Note: We will try to accommodate early arrival/late check out requests, but the cleaning crew often requires the full time between guests if we have back-to-back bookings.)