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Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access

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Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access

  • Upland Lodge
    Bedroom: 4 | Bathroom: 2.5 | Sleeps: 12

    Welcome to Upland Lodge, your cozy retreat perched atop the dunes, offering breathtaking views of Lake Michigan. Whether you're planning a beach vacation, a quiet escape from the city, or a celebration with loved ones, this home is the perfect destination. From its expansive deck, enjoy stunning vistas of the Michigan City Lighthouse and vibrant sunsets over the lake.

    Main level
    -Powder Room
    -Sleeper Sofa in Living Room

    -Second Level
    -Bedroom 1: Twin over Twin Bunk Bed
    -Bedroom 2: Queen with Attached Full Bath
    -Bath 1: Full Bath Attached to Bedroom 2

    Lower Level
    -Bedroom 3: Full over Full Bunk Bed with Twin Trundle
    -Bedroom 4: Full over Full Bunk Bed with Twin Trundle
    -Bath 2: Standalone with Walk in Shower

    INDOOR GATHERING SPACE
    The home’s open-concept design creates a welcoming atmosphere, perfect for spending quality time together. The dining area features a spacious farmhouse table that seats 8, complemented by a breakfast bar with seating for 5. For additional relaxation, the lower level offers a cozy gathering space with a large flat-screen TV, ideal for movie nights or unwinding after a day at the beach.

    OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE
    Step outside and take in the spectacular Lake Michigan views from multiple vantage points. Relax on the screened-in porch off the main level or bask in the sun on the uncovered back patio. Depending on the season, the views extend to the Michigan City Lighthouse and the horizon beyond, making this the perfect spot for morning coffee or evening sunsets. The primary suite also offers a private deck.

    HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES
    Wi-Fi
    Linens and Towels Provided
    Screened-In Covered Porch
    Gas Grill

    LOCATION
    Nestled atop a dune just across the street from Sheridan Beach, Upland Lodge offers convenient access to the boardwalk and shoreline.

    PARKING
    The property provides 4 parking spaces: 2 on the parking pad and 2 in the driveway. Please minimize parking on the roadway.

    HOUSE RULES
    No smoking or vaping indoors
    No pets
    No parties
    No fireworks
    Must be 25 years or older and present during the stay to book

    PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED
    As a professionally managed property, Upland Lodge ensures peace of mind during your stay. Our team is available to assist with any needs, from housekeeping to maintenance, so you can focus on making memories.

    LOCAL ATTRACTIONS
    Discover nearby attractions such as the Washington Park Zoo, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets, local breweries, wineries, hiking trails, fishing charters, and the Indiana Dunes National Park.

    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
    Attached Guest Unit: Please note that the home includes an attached guest house occupied by a long-term tenant.
    Winter Access: During winter months, the steep roadway leading to the home requires four-wheel drive.

    RENTAL PERIOD
    Upland Lodge rents with a three-night minimum from mid-June to mid-August. Long-term stays are available from October through May.

    Please Note: This property is NOT located within the Beachwalk Resort.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Ski

  • Close to skiing

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

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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
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 neighborhood

Located in Michigan City, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Ready for a night out? Consider Four Winds Casino / Silver Creek Event Center and Silver Creek Event Center. Take in the nearby slopes with skiing, or check out other outdoor activities such as ice skating and sledding. Visit our Michigan City travel guide
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Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • A lighthouse and pier with calm water and clear skies.
    Washington Park Beach
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Central Park
    6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Sheridan Beach
    8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Washington Park Zoo
    17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blue Chip Casino
    4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station
    4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop
    9 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN)
    48 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    6 min drive
  • Zorn Brew Works
    4 min drive
  • William B's Steakhouse
    4 min drive
  • Shoreline Brewery
    4 min drive
  • Tavern On Twelve
    5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access located?

Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stop 2 Beach and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 3 mi (4.9 km) away. Michigan City Station is 28 minutes by foot.

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Reviews

Big Hilltop Home with Gorgeous Lake Views & Beach Access Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.6

Cleanliness

9.2

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 25 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 25 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Fine location, ample public space, kitchen could be better

Yes, there are a lot of steps to get to the beach and a winding staircase in the house so not best for everyone, but the view of the beach is great and there is a large screened in deck that makes the already ample living space even better. THe downstairs bedrooms have two double bed size bunkbeds which were not the most comfortable. There is a den on the bottom floor too with a TV that was nice for the teenagers. We had to go out and buy stuff for the kitchen. It is set up for a short stay or someone who doesn't plan to cook for a group. FYI: To the owners: A friend of my brother's, who is your neighbor, wrote a negative review that went under his name since he had booked it for your guest. It was not from him and he wouldn't have posted it! He didn't know about it till I rented the house and saw the review. Sorry.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A perfect “hilltop” setting

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Wanting to get away for a long weekend of rest and relaxation, we chose the hilltop location from the panoramic views of its ads. We were not disappointed. In fact, the actual experience far exceeded our expectations and the breathtaking views from the enormous deck were unbelievable, morning , noon, and night. A large extremely comfortable location and with a dramatic, yet relaxing great room awaits anyone wanting the ultimate getaway.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Upland Property

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The property was in a great location for us. Had plenty of space for our needs. Could use a little more cooking pans and definitely needed the floors washed, they were filthy. The bottoms of our feet were black and found a vape on the floor of the lower level. I believe if they did those things it would be a much better property. We did not contact the management company about those things , but did contact them about ants and sand in one of the beds and they were very responsive . Definite plus.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful Property

Amazing views, wonderful house, perfect for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great Time

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Great view of the lake and plenty of room for everyone to sleep. Nice easy walk to the beach as well.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Michigan City

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: We had a great trip. The house is great!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Big Space

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was very dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice views, and access to the beach is a little convoluted but definitely walkable. Layout of the house is odd with lots of wasted space in the interior - more space in the downstairs bedrooms would be useful. Kitchen was not stocked very well with utensils or cleaning products and the garbage can didn't work.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Grandkids and kids to the beach!

Youngest grand child was told we would go to the beach if she would get potty trained. She did it! Gamaw and Gampaw brought everyone to the beach!Everything wan nice at the house. The carpet in the basement was wet when we arrived. I immediately notified management. The maintenence guy said for us not to use the shower in the basement. Sort of hard to get 9 people cleaned up after spending our days on the beach.Hopefully they will have it resolved before the next guest arrive.We all enjoyed the house, views and lots of space to spread out. Kitchen was well equipped and there were plenty of bath towels. Having a washer and dryer made it convenient to keep towels clean and ready.Will definitely return in the future.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nice rental with some issues

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Nice location near the beach with great views of lake from master bedroom and large screened in deck. 1 bath towel per person for the week. No beach towels or beach chairs. Basement bedrooms have unpleasant odor. We brought an air purifier and it helped. When showering in floor with two bdrms, water leaks under floor boards. We had to move clothes in bdrm to not get wet. Minimum kitchen set up. Nice large table for groups. Upstairs bedrooms has no window that opens outside and no closet. Also has large opening with shutters opening into living rm, so noisy. It is priced lower than other homes and we made do. .
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Beware - there is a tenant attached to this

Rating Details: The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was more than happy with the location. I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We rented the house for a weekend girls getaway. When we arrived there was a sign on a door that quiet time began at 10pm. If I was interested in quiet time I would’ve stayed in a hotel. We rented a house because we wanted to have the freedom to be as loud as we wanted. The parking is also an issue. If the house sleeps 14 it would be nice to be able to park more than 3 cars. There are 2 full bathrooms- in the master and the basement. The basement is shower is tiny. It’s ok but if come back to the area we would probably look for something else. The beach entrance is close but to the water is a hike so bring a cooler with wheels
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
The house has a wonderful view of the beach, and it was easy to get to the beach and to pretty much everything we wanted to do. Talking with the management company was nice and easy, too, and they were really responsive. Unfortunately, we had serious issues during our stay. Two of them aren't really anyone's fault; the AC and downstairs shower were leaking a LOT of water, and it was clear it was a recent development. It did mean we had seven people sharing one bathroom, which was rough.The worst problem for us was that when we arrived, the house smelled awful, like something died in a wall. The company sent someone out very quickly, and he discovered that it was the garbage disposal. He cleaned it enough the the smell mostly went away, but it still rancid if you used the sink. There's no way the cleaning crew didn't notice this issue when they cleaned the house prior to our arrival, so someone chose to try to cover up the issue and hoped we wouldn't notice instead of actually addressing it. Very nice property, we had a great stay, but hopefully the management team is able to address the issues the house is having so that future guests have a better experience.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Ok for short stay

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was somewhat dirty. I was happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Family gathering (10 adults, 6 kids ages 0-5) for 5 days. Beach is close but hill to house is huge and hill from beach to water is daunting. Wish we rented golf cart or 4-wheeler? House had lots of square footage but was poorly utilized- really only enough lounging seating (sofa/chairs) for 5 people. No TV on main floor. Bed situation is odd. Master is huge and has only a queen (double?). We ended up putting all children in master on air mattresses. We had to purchase several of our own kitchen items including a can opener and pot. The house was not very clean- even the small children were complaining that the floors were gross and the property had only 1 small vacuum that had a very short cord so it couldn't even reach the rug. I once texted the number provided to ask if there was a beach umbrella and got a short reply that there was none and they offered no suggestions (even when I asked) for where I could rent one. Parking is not marked, I am still not sure which spaces we should've used- there are some up top and some at bottom. Rental co only provides limited dishwasher pods, toilet paper, laundry soap, paper towels, garbage bags and if you need more than 2 of each, you have to buy your own. Limited towels- felt like we were always washing towels so people had one to use. The screened porch was super nice. Overall an ok experience.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Impressive Home

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: Big house for lots of people. My favorite area was the big screened in porch. You could see the sunset from upstairs bedroom. The house was clean and there were plenty of towels. The stairs were a challenge and the bathroom situation wasnt the best. Beqch accwas across the atreet which was awesome.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Extended family vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. I was very happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: The patio on this home is spectacular. The view was phenomenal! We spent most of our time here when we weren’t at the beach. It was perfect for small children to do crafts and play games. The management company was very good to work with. They met every request promptly and professionally. A few updates would make this property much more appealing. The beds and bedding need a definite update. They were extremely uncomfortable. Plus the pillows had pillow shams on them and no pillow cases. The kitchen had one pot to cook with. And the cooking utensils were very sparse.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Family vacation

The property was lovely. The bunk beds and spiral staircases were more of a challenge than we'd anticipated. It's more suitable for kids than adults. The on-site resident was not at all an issue for but think potential visitors should be made aware of that ahead of time. More towels would have been nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Friend/family

A good house for a large group of friends/family. Called about shower not working, and a worker came immediately to help! Only bad thing was the Dirty floors and very little guidance on parking
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Communication, listing accuracy

Horrible experience...

We found a person living in the back of the house. We were petrified. This is the most horrible experience I have ever had. We were deceived and never informed of this situation. I knocked on her door and told her I was calling the police. And a repairman showed up and we were gone for the day and we were never informed. My husband walked in and there he was. PLEASE DONT STAY IN THIS HOUSE YOU WON'T GET ANY SLEEP. And we couldn't find smoke detectors. We questioned this got no response. We asked to be relocated but all they had was much smaller place. To small for our group.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great location, beautiful screened patio, easy walk to beach

We booked back in February, and were very excited for the upcoming trip, until we looked the day before our check in and saw the reviews about Kelly. I called the property management company and they assured us it would not be an issue. As the day approached we started hyping up the trip, as well as mentally picturing Kelly and her reaction to a house full of rowdy, “slightly” over weight and balding middle aged men on a fishing/guys trip. We envisioned befriending her, and late night Taco Bell runs, as we all sang Mellencamp. This would then blossom into an ongoing friendship that would lead to us being pals. I’m not sure what they did, but we heard no voices, no farts, and had no passive aggressive sticky notes about quiet time. Quite frankly, we were disappointed we didn’t get to meet Kelly. Despite no sign of her, and also an extremely wonky upstairs shower nozzle (should really fix that), we had a very enjoyable time. I would still rate 5-Star despite these two issues.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Upland Lodge

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: We loved this house and this location! There were a few basic items that it would have been nice if the house had (there were no potholders, no can opener, no kleenex). The dishwasher was also broken and it was apparent that food from the past renters was coming up the sink when we attempted to run the dishwasher. The management company was VERY responsive in trying to resolve the issue. We would definitely stay here again but would ask about the maintenance of the dishwasher and these few items.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Great views and space

Extremely easy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Family fun

Everything was great but kitchen items are lacking. No pot holders. No can opener. Very limited pots.pans, and cooking utensils. No sink plug for washing dishes.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Another person lives in this house

There is another person living in this house. The posting does not say this, and the price is astronomical. Kelly lives in the cabin attached to the house. There is a very thin door between you and her. It was terrifying to suddenly hear someone clearly talking in the house our first night. When I grabbed my child and screamed ‘who’s here?’, I was completed astounded by her righteous reply that she LIVES here. You will hear her talk. You will hear her alarm in the morning. You’ll quickly get to know her work schedule. You’ll hear her fart. A loud one at 7:54 in the morning shook the entire house. You can’t open the door from your side but she can open it from hers. The fact that none of this is disclosed in the listing is, frankly, unethical and immoral. Don’t rent this house unless you want an extremely unwelcome roommate.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beautiful views; plenty of sp

Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024