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"The Nook"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Exterior
Children’s area
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, The Nook of the Indiana Dunes is your family's haven to unwind. This farmhouse-turned-home combines rustic charm with modern comforts, featuring a roomy kitchen and game room above the garage for ping pong or video games. With over an acre of land to explore and gather around the fire pit, you'll create lasting memories.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 16260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen

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About this property

Entire place

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

"The Nook"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room

Only two miles from the Indiana Dunes National Park and State Park, "The Nook" of the Indiana Dunes is your family's special place to stay. Sitting on over an acre of land in a quiet and friendly neighborhood, the back yard has space to play, view wildlife, and gather around the rustic fire pit to enjoy evenings with the family. Conveniently located near Highways 20 and 49, The Nook's location is excellent for pleasing a variety of vacationers in all four seasons with nearby beautiful hiking trails, biking trails, Indiana Dunes State Park and National Park, the South Shore train station (for an easy ride to Chicago), the quaint and charming town of Chesterton with its unique shops and eateries, and of course Lake Michigan's famous sandy beaches.
Originally a farmhouse built nearly 100 years ago, The Nook combines that cozy farmhouse feel with modern comfort. The one-of-a-kind layout of this home is well-suited for two families to vacation together. When you are not dining in the nearby restaurants, enjoy cooking and eating in the roomy, well-equipped kitchen. Bring some charcoal and enjoy grilling out with the backyard park-style charcoal grill.
When a rainy day keeps your family from enjoying the outdoors, head on over to the game room above the garage for a round of ping pong or video games.
YOU CAN START YOUR VACATION OFF RIGHT WITH AN EARLY 1:00 PM CHECK-IN. TAKE YOUR TIME GOING HOME WITH A 1:00 PM CHECK-OUT, at your convenience with no person-to-person contact.
Make yourself at home at The Nook of the Indiana Dunes!
(The Nook is not at this time wheelchair accessible and does require that guests are able to use stairs to enter the home.)

The Nook is in the Central time zone. The two main entrances to the home have doorbells which include security cameras.

NOTEWORTHY PLACES NEAR THE NOOK:

Lighthouse Place Premium Outlet Mall-- 11 miles, 16 minutes (Michigan City)
Blue Chip Casino-- 12 miles, 18 minutes (Michigan City)
Old Lighthouse Museum--12 miles, 17 minutes (Michigan City)
Michigan City Lighthouse--12 miles, 19 minutes (Michigan City)
Dune Park South Shore Train Station-- .9 miles, 4 minutes (Porter)
Indiana Dunes State Park and Beach-- 2 miles, 5 minutes (Chesterton)
Indiana Dunes National Park Visitors Center-- .7 miles, 2 minutes (Porter)
Glenwood Dunes Trailhead--3.3 miles, 5 minutes (Chesterton) for Cross Country Skiing




***Due to unknown future events such as illness, travel insurance is strongly encouraged for compensation to be made to the guest in the event that a guest must cancel or rearrange a booking very near the check-in date.***

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 5 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: NO smoking in house, decks, garage; ONLY in yard.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Foosball table
  • Table tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,800 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 1:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Remove personal items
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

Please be respectful of the neighbors by keeping noise level to a minimum before 7 am and after 11 pm. Absolutely no illegal substance use at The Nook
Please do not park or drive on the lawn (avoid causing ruts in the lawn); use the driveway. No parking on the street. No fires outside of fire pit.
NO smoking in house, garage or decks; smoke only in the yard AWAY from house. Evidence of smoking in prohibited areas may incur a fine. (See RA)

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: See rental agreement for child safety hazards.

Events

No events allowed
Ask host before inviting extra (daytime) guests.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
NO smoking in house, decks, garage; ONLY in yard.

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: Ask host before inviting extra (daytime) guests.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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
Porter, IN

What's nearby

  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Indiana Dunes State Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Bailly Homestead - American Indians and Fur Traders - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
  • Lake View Beach - 10 min drive - 11.9 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 11 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 69 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Wagner's Ribs - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Leroy's "Hot Stuff - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Val's Famous Pizza & Grinders - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is "The Nook"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at "The Nook"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at "The Nook"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Where is "The Nook"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room located?

This family-friendly Chesterton holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Indiana Dunes State Park and Indiana Dunes National Park. Lake Michigan is 2 mi (3.3 km) away.

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Reviews

"The Nook"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes & Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room Reviews

10

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

9.8

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 88 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 88 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 88 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 88 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Allen M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beach House Stay

We had a wonderful time at “The Nook.” It is a few minutes drive from the beach with chairs and beach toys for the kids. All the amenities that you could possibly need at the house. Great and timely responses from the host to all messages! Would love to stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carl V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend Family Gathering

We enjoyed our stay at this exceptional property - it was outstanding in every way!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rachel R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Once again a perfect spot for our weekend retreat!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Place

Great place for family very near Indiana Dunes lakeshore.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Magaret M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We just loved "The Nook"! The home and grounds were very clean and well stocked with supplies. Hiked, played games, went to the beach, played Bocce Ball in the huge yard. We also made s'mores around the fire pit and had a family table tennis match. The game room above the garage was well used...a favorite place. It was nice that the kitchen was so big that everyone could eat at the same time. Thank you, Penny!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sonya B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Vacation Spot for Mutiple Families!

The was a perfect spot to be for Labor Day Weekend. Close to the Lake, big yard, and plenty of space for multiple families with kids. The place was well stocked and clean…would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phenomenal!

This house has everything you could want for families and fit our three couples and 6 children no problem. The house has separate "wings" with their own bathrooms, which was amazing for a group like ours. We were all able to eat together in the huge kitchen and stay up talking in the living room without bothering the kids. There's a really neat game room over the garage with foosball, ping pong, a PS4, and an arcade. The home was clean, well-stocked, and a short drive to the dunes. We have stayed here before and will be back many more times!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Nook

Great game room, fire pit, and little extras
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen T., Danville

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well-equipped, beautiful home

Such a nice home with everything we needed. It's close proximity to the dunes was great. And we could come back to this peaceful house with room and activities for all ages. Plus the owner was super responsive when we had questions. Would definitely recommend!
Stayed 8 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

We had such a great stay and all of the extra amenities left by the host were so sweet! The game room above the garage is awesome! And the kids loved playing on the backyard play place! The short distance to the beach (6ish minutes) was a big plus for us too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Shari G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Nook

The Nook was huge with plenty of room to spread out. The host had lots of games and extras available. Store within walking distance if needed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family Vacation

The Nook once again provided us with a wonderful stay for our family. We enjoyed the game room above the garage, bikes and board games. It was perfect for our multigenerational family get together. The Visitor Center at the Indiana Dunes National Park was close by and informative. The beach at Indiana Dunes State Park was exceptional. Trails in the park kept us busy. We were surprised to see that AAA magazine had a write-up this month about the National Park and USA Today voted one of the State Parks trails as exceptional.\ for views of Lake Michigan. Penny is wonderful to work with... Hope to be back there next year. The Large's
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Conrad & Juanita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Perfect Winter Retreat!

After searching through many rentals, we came upon this gem! My brother was traveling from Sharon, MA and we were in from Las Vegas. With mom in a retirement home in Chesteron, this was the perfect location for all of us. From the initial communications and to the day of arrival, Penny was attentive and extremely responsive. Our 2023 Family Christmas at her home was perfect, with a decorated Xmas tree in the large living area! The game room was a hit with the younger adults. We couldn't really enjoy the outdoor amenities because of a slight drizzle but the firepit looks inviting for the next time. We did take a drive to Indiana Dunes State Park which is close by. Plenty of stores nearby to stock up on necessities. All in all, the perfect place!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Listing Doesn’t Do This Place Justice

Our stay at Penny’s home was beyond perfect. When we showed up, we were all instantly blown away. The place was in amazing condition, so well decorated and came with every little thing you could possibly need. We way overpacked thinking we would need to bring basics, but she had everything you could possibly need. We could have come with groceries and clothes and we wouldn’t have needed anything else. I also have to applaud her on how set up this place was for kids…from the playground, to the game room, to the step stools in the bathroom…to the bean bags in the main TV room….the kids (in addition to the adults) didn’t want to leave when it was time to check out. It was also a nice touch to provide passes to the state park which is just a stones throw away from the property. We will most definitely be recommending Penny’s home to others and we would love to return in the future!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

4th of July Get-away

This house and property were perfect for our extended weekend getaway! Penny was very responsive to questions and communicated with us right away regarding a change to our check-in plans. This location is very accessible to the beach - daily one of us would drop off the family right at the sand and then join the rest of the crew with one of the provided bicycles after a short, scenic bike ride. The overhead rec room was an awesome bonus that allowed the adults a place to hang where we wouldn't wake up the kids! The play set in the back yard was perfect for the kids and fire pit was another added bonus. Small things like a gait to the porch, books and games provided, and beanbag chairs all added a kid-friendly touch that really made us feel at home. The ONLY drawback is there currently is no grill so we had to make some changes to our planned meals. Either way we will most definitely be staying at this location again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thoughtful host, superb home

We had 15 adult women in our group spanning 3 generations from ages 19-74 and everyone had sleeping space in an actual bed. The beds were all comfy and had enough blankets to keep us warm. It's so nice that all the linens are provided, including enough pillows! Everything was very clean on arrival so we started off impressed. The home is very well laid out for large groups to be together and enjoy some together time, but also allows for space to retreat & separate if you need it. The bonus game room above the garage is such a great extra space for more active games. The garage was also stocked with multiple bikes but due to weather we didn't use them. We also didn't get a chance to enjoy the firepit or outdoor spaces, but they looked great. The kitchen/dining space was so much larger than I expected so that was a nice surprise. I think one of the most impressive things though is the thoughtful little extras that Penny thought of and provided! They are too many to name, but many in our group commented on how nice it was to have everything thought of and provided. The only suggestion we have is that a box or 2 of tissues provided would be nice, but its's certainly not a complaint! We really hope to be able to do this again & come back to The Nook.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Donna K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our second stay, great spot, great house, works well for a large family with adult kids and grandchildren.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Kearney Kampout

Yearly family get together going on for 28 years. This is the BEST PLACE ever, and one we plan to revisit every year!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lauree M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lauree and family

Could not have been better. Beautiful weather, location, and property
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

judy e.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family vacation

Very spacious house with everything we needed. Nice large kitchen & bedrooms were really nice as well. Loved the large backyard, of course the Loft game room was popular with all! Close to the dunes, where we spent a lot of time. Great time with family!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun Escape!

I grew up about a mile away from the property and the trip was booked last minute to attend my grandmother’s funeral. Given the somber nature of the trip, all the features of the property (the swing set, the game room, the spaciousness of kitchen/family room/ and bedrooms) really gave us an escape. It gave the kids a fun place to play. It gave the adults a place to decompress. It was truly an excellent property.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Caitlin M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great for groups

Our group was 4 families with 7 kids under 4. This house was perfect for our needs. A ton of outdoor space - the play set was a huge hit. It also had a large kitchen and table so we could all eat together.We also enjoyed the separate space over the garage with the foosball table and arcade games. The kitchen was well stocked. Plenty of books, games and puzzles for kids and adults. Plus there was a little cabinet in the laundry room with items you may be prone to forget to bring on a trip but end up needing - for us it included some band-aids after one of the kids took a tumble. It was a quick drive to town and close to the dunes. We also noticed 2 passes to get you into the dunes. Penny was easy to communicate with and check-in is seamless. Plus, the checkout process is simple.Really one of the best VRBO stays I have had.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jody J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect for family gatherings!

This Nook is charming. The property itself was very well equipped with supplies, kitchen equipment and toys. The host has anticipated the needs of their guest. Penny is very responsive and accommodating. Location is close to Lake Michigan and many good restaurants in Chesterton. This property sleeps a lot of people, perfect for families with kids. You will not regret staying at The Nook.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Diane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious and quaint home for extended family

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the Nook. It had everything and more that we needed. Game room was super fun. Close to Porter Beach, and would love to return during summer to use bikes to head to beach. Thank you for your hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Shelly T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wedding weekend

The Nook was the perfect place to rest and hangout for a wedding weekend. It is beautiful, spacious, well equipped with everything we needed. We loved the large kitchen where everyone gathered and the private game room was so fun! We would definitely stay here again and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025