Dune-Top Escape: Indiana Dunes National Park Dune-Top Escape: Big View, Big Lake, Big Beach!

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  Lower Deck (3 swings, picnic table, loungers)
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  Top Deck
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  Living Room-overlooks Lake MI
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  Paddleboards, beach gear, lifejackets; etc all included
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  Beach Path located @ front of the home
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  Back-yard: Fire-Pit, Picnic Table & Grill
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  IN Dunes National Park
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  Beach Path just steps away
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  Top Deck
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  Sheridan Beach-Steps away
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  Lower deck: Accommodates large gatherings
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  Beach path @ front of the home
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  Ideally located, adjacent to Beachwalk resort, overlooks Lake Michigan with Lake Kai behind the home
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  Sheridan Beach-just steps away
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  Two swings on Lower Deck-a Kid favorite!
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  Enjoy sunsets from 2 private decks
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  Rustic decor/Sheridan Beach Cottage
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  Kitchen
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  Kitchen island into sun-room
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  Kitchen-fully stocked kitchen.
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  Sun-Room
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  Lighthouse @ Washington Park
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  Bedroom #1: Queen bed w/smart tv
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  Bedroom #3: Double sized Bed
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  Bedroom #2: Two Full-sized beds (bunked)
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  Bathroom: Upper-Level
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  Lower Level TV area
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  Lower-Level: 3 twin-bunks (open-concept)
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  Bunk area separated by a curtain from the TV area
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  Lower Level Bathroom & toilet room
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  Toilet Room-Lower Level
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  Back Deck
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  Backyard: Grill/Picnic table
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  Stairs to enter cabin from Lakeshore Drive
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  Beach Path @ front of the home
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  Beach path-located in front of the home
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  Beach path across the street at stop #7, or #9
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  Beaches and Hiking
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  Outlet Mall-1 mile away
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  Hike a Sand-Dune!
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  Train to Chicago or Notre Dame
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  Casino-1 mile away
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  Close to popular amenities!
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  Local breweries-1 mile away
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  Washington Park Zoo-1 mile away
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  Chicago Skyline view from the 2 decks!
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  Sunset @ Sheridan Beach
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  Lots of Dunes and hiking trails located throughout Indiana State Park, Indiana National Park and Warren Dunes.
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  View of the Chicago skyline from the Indiana Dunes
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  Lighthouse at Washington park-1 mile away
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  Enjoy the beautiful sunset from the front double decks
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  Public Beach Access Stop #7
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  The park consists of 2,182 acres of beach, marshes, swamps, forest, and dunes. It is the perfect location for a picnic with the family, a weekend camping trip, or a chance to start your morning with a hike along the park's trails
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  Indiana Dunes State Park Sand, shore, and the space to breathe—over 2,000 acres of it shaped by thousands of years of shifting landscapes and Hoosier history.
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  Beach path, just steps away
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  Hiking trails in Indiana State Park
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  Dunes to climb throughout the State Park and National Park
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  Tons of Beautiful trails throughout Indiana State Park to run/hike
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  Hike the Dunes in the Indiana State and National Park
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  Indiana Dunes State Park consists of 2,182 acres of primitive, beautiful, historic and unique Hoosier landscape. Large sand dunes, located beyond the entire shoreline, have taken thousands of years to form, and tower nearly 200 feet above Lake Mich
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  Try the 3-Dune challenge- Indiana’s best test of physical strength and endurance. Equivalent to 55 stories up three towering dunes. https://www.indianadunes.com/explore-the-dunes/indiana-dunes-state-park/3-dune-challenge/
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  Map of the 3-Dune Challenge: Located w/in Indiana Dunes State Park. With 552 vertical feet, this is the toughest trail in the State Park. Take the challenge and conquer the dunes.
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  The Indiana Dunes State Park is the area in red. This includes the popular 3 dunes challenge, the pavilion, all those number trails, the nature center and a beautiful beach. It's also the park that many have just referred to as "the dunes" for years.
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  Indiana Dunes National Park is a United States national park. It was authorized by Congress in 1966 as the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and was redesignated as the nation's 61st national park on February 15, 2019.
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  Indiana Dunes National Park hugs 15 miles of the southern shore of Lake Michigan perfect for boating/swimming/hiking
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  These beaches are park of the Indiana Dunes National Park. If you have the new Indiana Dunes National Park pass -OR- an America the Beautiful pass (this includes the America the Beautiful Senior pass) you can go to all the beaches in the map above.
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  Indiana Dunes National Park is a United States national park. It was authorized by Congress in 1966 as the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and was redesignated as the nation's 61st national park on February 15, 2019.
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  Mt. Baldy Trail hike:The Beach Trail hike (unrestricted access) is short hike with a steep climb down loose sand to the beach. Be sure to plan accordingly as the only way out is up the steep trail.
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  The Mt. Baldy Beach Trail hike is short hike with a steep climb down to the beach. Be sure to plan accordingly as the only way out is up the steep trail. Do not bring large cooler and other beach items as the climb up from the beach is difficult
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  Mount Baldy is part of the National Park and sits 126 feet above the water level of Lake Michigan. It moves inland at about 4 feet per year. *Featured hiking around the dune.
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  Warren Dunes State Park
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  Indiana Dunes National Park hugs 15 miles of the southern shore of Lake Michigan and has much to offer. Whether you enjoy scouting for rare species of birds or flying kites on the sandy beach, the national park's 15,000 acres will continually enchant
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  Enjoy the views of Lake Michigan from the Front Deck swing
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  Workout on the front deck overlooking the Lake
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  Lots of board games On both levels
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  Plenty of Children books for your little ones
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  The Lake Michigan Shore Wine Trail, in the Southwest part of the state, runs mostly along Lake Michigan's shores and extends inland almost to Kalamazoo. The trail is a collection of 15 wineries,
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  Michigan City has grown to be a large, vibrant city. Attracting thousands of visitors to the Indiana Dunes and the Lake Michigan shoreline, this lakeside city boasts many attractions, including Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, Washington Park & Zoo
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  Bridges is a dockside restaurant and is the most boat-friendly restaurant in town. Located on Trail Creek near the shores of Lake Michigan by the highway 12 overpass and the historic Amtrak swing bridge.
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  Not far from Beverly Shores' Lake Michigan beaches, it has a modern, airy ambiance and specializes in seafood like mussels from Black Bear Bay. Great outdoor patio!
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  Located at the mouth of the harbor in Michigan City, near the marina, Fish Camp is one of the region's few waterfront dining establishments for American fare highlighting seafood & oysters plus full bar.
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  Local favorite in New Buffalo, MI. The Hamburger that Made New Buffalo, Michigan Famous!
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  A New Buffalo landmark (and brand phenomenon) from the moment it opened in 2003, The Stray Dog is a popular family dining spot hosting guests from across the country year after year. Inviting and beachy space
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  Several fishing charters to choose from right down the street in Michigan City (Washington Park)
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  U-Pick Apples season begins mid-September through end of October, when in season.
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  Local Orchards, Farms and Gardens guide
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  Pumpkin patches in the area
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  Billy Boy’s Blueberry Barn: Pick your own blue berries. Filled with 10 acres of luscious blueberry bushes intermixed with seven different varieties blooming throughout the season
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  South shore train into Millennium Park/Chicago or Notre Dame/South bend!
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  Travel the South Shore historic train line from Michigan City to a Notre Dame/South Bend or to Chicago Millennium Park/Navy Pier etc
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  Ride the South Shore Line to check out the best Chicago and Northwest Indiana attractions, historical spots and sports teams. It’s easy, convenient and inexpensive.
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  During your stay in the South Shore, you can easily take a daytrip into Chicago by taking advantage of the South Shore train, an affordable and stress-free way to travel.
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  Short Distance away from Blue Chip Casino, Hotel and Spa
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  Lighthouse at Washington Park
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  Great Lakes Grand Prix features many of the world’s fastest and most powerful offshore boats racing on the southern shores of Lake Michigan. Throughout this action-packed free event, walk through Washington Park and chat with owners, racers and team
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  Michigan City's Washington Park Beach has 20 sand volleyball courts with a new restaurant new restrooms and outdoor showers!
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  Friendship Gardens: These historic gardens are inspired by the 1933 Century of Progress Fair in Chicago and cover land traced with trails used for hundreds of years by Native Americans.
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  Friendship Gardens: The grounds include 105 acres of trails through the woods and open spaces with gardens, a meadow, and Lake Lucerne.
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  Friendship Botanic Gardens is one of the great secluded fishing spots in NW Indiana, when the steelhead, salmon and rainbow trout are spawning. These fish travel miles and miles inland to return to the same stream/creeks where they were born yrs ago
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  Warren Dunes State Park is a 1,952-acre Michigan state park, located along the eastern shore of Lake Michigan in Berrien County. The park's large sand dunes and lakeshore beaches make it one of the most popular of Michigan’s state parks
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  Hiking trails throughout Warren Dunes State Park
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  Lots of hiking and running trails within Warren Dunes State Park
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  Warren Dunes State Park Dune Trails
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  Warren Dunes Public Beach
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  If you are caught in a current, "flip, float, follow" method: flip on to your back, float to keep your head above water and conserve energy and follow the current to see which it is pulling you. Then swim perpendicular to the current to exit it.
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  Danger: Ice mounds can be very unstable & hollow on the underside. The peak of these mounds could be the weakest points. If someone were to fall through through even in waist-deep water. this mound might be another 3-4 feet above their heads.
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  Kitchen
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  Tables can be arranged to accommodate family style meals
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  Kitchen tables arranged to sit family-style
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  Kitchen-fully stocked kitchen. No dishwasher so bring disposables.
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  Kitchen island into sunroom
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  Washington park with the Chicago skyline in the distance
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  Fridge/Freezer on upper level
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  Oven with stove top on upper level. Pots/Pans & utensils provided.
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  Bedroom #1: Queen bed with brand new Beautyrest mattress (Platinum Amberlyn Extra Firm)
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  Upper Level Bdrm #3 with double over double bunks (sleeps 4)
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  Upper Level Bdrm #2 with double over double bunks (sleeps 4)
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  Sunset @ Sheridan Beach
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  upper level bathroom
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  Downstairs living room/tv room. Sliding glass door opens to a huge deck overlooking Lake Michigan. Separated from the bunk room by curtains.
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  Bunk Room with 3 sets of twin bunks
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  Bunk Room with 3 sets of twin bunks
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  Bunk Room with 3 sets of twin bunks
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  Bunk Room with 3 sets of twin bunks
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  Lower Deck-huge deck with lounge chairs, swings, picnic tables, etc.
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  Fridge/Freezer on lower level
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  Deep Freezer on lower level
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  Lower level bathroom with two showers and separate toilet room
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  Lots of Dunes and hiking trails located throughout Indiana State Park, Indiana National Park and Warren Dunes.
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  Lower Level Laundry & bathroom area
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  Lower Level Bathroom & toilet room
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  Beaches, Breweries, Wineries, Trains, and Gardens/Orchards all close by
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  Lots of board games On both levels
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  Plenty of Children books for your little ones
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  Lighthouse @ Washington Park
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  Public Beach Access Stop #7
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  Indiana Dunes Beaches- nine different beaches along 15 miles of Lake Michigan's southern shoreline
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  The park consists of 2,182 acres of beach, marshes, swamps, forest, and dunes. It is the perfect location for a picnic with the family, a weekend camping trip, or a chance to start your morning with a hike along the park's trails
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  Indiana Dunes State Park Sand, shore, and the space to breathe—over 2,000 acres of it shaped by thousands of years of shifting landscapes and Hoosier history.
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  Hiking trails in Indiana State Park
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  View of the Chicago skyline from the Indiana Dunes
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  Dunes to climb throughout the State Park and National Park
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  Tons of Beautiful trails throughout Indiana State Park to run/hike
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  Hike the Dunes in the Indiana State and National Park
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  Indiana Dunes State Park consists of 2,182 acres of primitive, beautiful, historic and unique Hoosier landscape. Large sand dunes, located beyond the entire shoreline, have taken thousands of years to form, and tower nearly 200 feet above Lake Mich
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Welcome to Coastal Living Vacation Rentals: "Dune-Top Escape" is one of our properties perched atop the highest Dune in Sheridan Beach, offering unparalleled panoramic views of Lake Michigan.  Located adjacent to Beach-Walk resort, and directly across the street from the beach, this home offers the ideal location for a summer vacation.  Spend your time watching the sailboats glide the horizon to the sunsets beyond the Chicago skyline from the private decks. At Dune Top Escape, you have a front row seat to paradise, no matter the time of day. 100 years of beach goers have experienced what this rustic beach classic home has to offer and continue to make their yearly visits here. For those wanting to rent multiple homes, check out the sister rental next door-"UnSalted" which is also part of Coastal Living Vacation Rentals.

SUMMARY
3 bedrooms on upper level: One with a queen bed and TV, and two with a full over full bunks.
3 twin bunks in the lower level (separate entry from upper level) + fold out couch

1 full bath with bath tub on upper level
2 walk in showers in lower level
1 powder room in the lower level
Laundry is located in the lower level

INCLUDED:
For your convenience: Beach toys, beach chairs, beach wagon/cart, lily-pad, paddle-board, board games, toys for the kids, children books, beach toys, 2 swings are all included. 

NEIGHBORHOOD:
Just a short walk away from several exciting adventures, be sure to take advantage of the nearby public amenities including miles of nature and hiking trails through the Indiana Dunes National Park, biking, and visit the Washington Zoo down the street. Seasonal water sports will keep you busy for days, from boating, jet ski and kayak rentals, to fishing charters and sunset cruises. Outlet shopping mall, Casinos, and restaurants galore are just down the road. Whether you are looking for a beach vacation for the whole family or a romantic beach getaway, the experience is sure to be extraordinary.

OUTDOOR SPACE: The main deck offers wrap around seating, picnic table, patio set, and lounge chairs. Upper deck offers the perfect place for soaking in the sun with additional lounger chairs. Backyard offers large picnic table, gas grill, and propane fire pit. Beach cart, beach umbrellas, wagon, sand toys, coolers, boogie boards, kayaks, paddle-board, kid toys, thousands of legos, children books, DVDs and more all included!!

UPPER-LEVEL:  From the lower level just outside the sliding glass door is a short flight of outdoor stairs to the main level. The great room immediately greets you with that rustic charm that only a beach classic can provide. The great room boasts a large flat screen TV and plush couches. Just off the great room you find 3 bedrooms, each with a full over full bunk as well as 1 shared bathroom. Just past the living room nestled in the back of the house is the dining and kitchen area. Custom built high top dining table can be converted to one table seating 9 or three small separate tables seating 2 each with 3 additional seats at the kitchen bar top. Equipped with the original kitchen furnishings, this unique kitchenette promotes the simple life, less time in the kitchen means more time at the beach! Expand the fun into the four seasons room, perfect for game night. Venture out the back door to a brand new patio over looking the private backyard. At the bottom of this deck you are sure to enjoy the fire-pit surrounded by deck chairs. Enter back into the lower level here as well.

LOWER-LEVEL: Once at the top of the staircase, walk into the lower level where the younger flip floppers can call it their own. 3 twin bunk beds are tucked away from the large entertainment room with large flat screen TV. Draw the curtain to divide this space for extra privacy. The lower level also features a massive bathroom with two separate walk in showers

Rates & Availability

Cancellation Policy: Fifty percent (50.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 14 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 14 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

Location

Michigan City, Indiana

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