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Cozy Beach Retreat with Resort & Beach Access

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Outdoor pool, a heated pool
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Property grounds

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Fireplace
  • Washer
  • Pool
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Washington Park Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Blue Chip Casino
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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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.

Cozy Beach Retreat with Resort & Beach Access

The Fireplace Inn
Bedroom: 2 | Bathroom: 1 | Sleeps: 4
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Welcome to The Fireplace Inn, a cozy and inviting retreat in the heart of Beachwalk Resort! Recently refreshed with a new coat of paint and thoughtful updates under new ownership as of January 2025, this charming coach house is perfect for a small family or a group of friends looking for a relaxing getaway. Whether you're staying solo or pairing it with the adjacent Talk House for larger gatherings, this space is sure to make you feel right at home.

Your Beachwalk Experience
Flip-flops are a must for your summer stay! Located just steps from the private resort pool (complete with a heated pool, toddler pool, and a splash pad), you'll find endless fun for all ages. Pack the complimentary wagon with your beach essentials and enjoy a leisurely 5-minute walk to the private shores of Lake Kai. Don’t forget to stop by the snack shop for a soft-serve ice cream cone along the way!

Comfortable Accommodations
Bedroom 1: Queen bed with fresh, crisp linens.
Bedroom 2: Twin-over-twin bunk beds, perfect for kids or additional guests.
Bathroom: Standalone full bath stocked with fluffy towels and essentials.

Cozy Indoor Space
After a day of outdoor adventures, step inside The Fireplace Inn to unwind. The fully stocked kitchen is ready for your culinary creations, whether you cook inside or use the natural gas grill on the patio. The living room offers a warm fireplace for cooler nights and a television for relaxed evenings. Plush bedding ensures a restful night’s sleep so you can wake up refreshed and ready for another day of fun.

Outdoor Gathering Space
Start your mornings with a cup of coffee on the porch overlooking the vibrant Beachwalk Resort. It’s the perfect spot to plan your day or simply enjoy the peaceful atmosphere.

Additional Features

Smart TV & High Speed Wi-Fi - Stream your favorite services!
Linens provided
Natural gas grill
Porch with outdoor seating
Fireplace for cozy nights

Location
Conveniently located in Beachwalk Resort, The Fireplace Inn is directly across from the swimming pool and sprinkler pad and a short walk to Lake Kai and other resort amenities.

Parking
One designated parking space is available along the street in front of the house. Please refrain from parking in front of the garage.

House Rules

No smoking or vaping indoors.
No parties or fireworks.
Must be 25+ years old to reserve and stay.

Resort Amenities
Enjoy all the perks of Beachwalk Resort, including a 4-ft heated pool, toddler pool, basketball and tennis courts, bocce ball, shuffleboard, Sandcastle playground, paddleboarding and kayaking, catch-and-release fishing, and more! Wristbands ($15 each) and parking passes ($5 each) are required mid-May through September for guests aged 4 and older. Some amenities are only available in summer season. Please check with the Beachwalk office to confirm.
The Fireplace Inn is available to rent with a 7-night stay in peak season, with check-in & check-out on Fridays.

Professionally Managed
Your stay is in good hands! With professional management, a dedicated front desk, and on-call housekeeping and maintenance staff, we’re here to ensure your vacation is seamless and stress-free.

Book your stay at The Fireplace Inn today and create unforgettable memories in this warm and welcoming space!
During your stay at this cottage, you're just a quick walk from Lake Michigan. You'll find features like an outdoor pool and concierge services. The cottage offers free WiFi and a private pool.
  • The cottage offers a private pool, a kitchen, and a washing machine
  • Free WiFi
  • Take a swim in the outdoor pool
  • Services include a concierge
  • Onsite recreation includes tennis courts
  • 5 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan and a 5-minute drive from Blue Chip Casino
This cottage offers its guests an outdoor pool, barbecue grills, and concierge services. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Michigan City cottage is smoke free.

Property manager

Beachwalk Vacation Rentals

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Hob
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • TV with cable channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Porch

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Heated pool
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Property located in a resort

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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
Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

Affordable Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat House Michigan City
Affordable Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat Michigan City
Affordable Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat
Affordable Dog Friendly Famil
Affordable, Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat Cottage
Affordable, Dog Friendly Family Beach Retreat Michigan City
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Cozy Beach Retreat with Resort & Beach Access Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 38 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 38 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 38 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 38 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 38 reviews

8.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean and simple

Great location. Simple and clean.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cute, Serviceable Home Base

The property doesn't over-promise and it worked out great for our purpose, which was to have a "home base" while visiting family nearby. While the kitchen and deck were great to have, I would't plan on spending too much time in the house as it is quite small! Great deck, relative privacy for the development. The Beachwalk resort itself seems good for families, we were a bit out of place as a group of four adults! Awesome beach access. Certainly preferable location-wise as compared with hotels in Michigan City or other properties with difficult access to beaches and local amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

A guest from Naperville, IL

We had so much fun!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: First, allow me to say that the staff is outstanding!! It is obvious that their quests are their #1 priority. They are knowledgeable, have answers with solutions and are so customer focus. We loved everything about the location of this unit! Location is by the pool, small lake, open gathering area (karoke was a blast), snack shop and short walk to the beach. The reason not a 5 star is the unit could have been updated a bit. However, the unit has everything you need. There is also a lot to do in the area. We will definingly return. Can't wait to return and we would stay in the same unit!!

8/10 Good

A guest from Naperville, IL

We had so much fun!!

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: First, allow me to say that the staff is outstanding!! It is obvious that their quests are their #1 priority. They are knowledgeable, have answers with solutions and are so customer focus. We loved everything about the location of this unit! Location is by the pool, small lake, open gathering area (karoke was a blast), snack shop and short walk to the beach. The reason not a 5 star is the unit could have been updated a bit. However, the unit has everything you need. There is also a lot to do in the area. We will definingly return. Can't wait to return and we would stay in the same unit!!

8/10 Good

A guest from Gurnee, IL

Winter Fun at a Summer Retreat

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wanting peace and solitude among a colorful neighborhood? Beachwalk Resort is only a 5 minute walk to Lake Michigan and short drive to shopping and a revitalized downtown with a selection of restaurants.

8/10 Good

Megan H.

Love this resort!

When we pulled up, we seriously thought this rental property was abandoned because the weeds in the fenced in area, between the house and the fence was completely grown up. The resort staff where you check-in was VERY accomodating. They even (somehow) knew what rental property we were checking into, and each time we went to ask a questions, etc. they remembered what property we were staying at. Super impressive and excellent customer service! I wish properties were able to be rented out a year in advance and you didn't have to book 7 days when booking a year in advance. This area is amazing, but definitely couldn't keep yourself busy for 7 days! We were there for 2 nights and a day and a half. Which was perfect. This rental property is the perfect size for a small family with one or two kiddos. Anymore than that, you will be crammed! The kitchen was updated and the grill was a nice amenity. Bed was not the most comfiest and you can tell they don't clean the comforters or the pillow shams. Other than that, everything was clean. Cute, quaint and very nice location to the beach, pool, playground and the lake. This rental does NOT come with a wagon or golf cart like the description said.