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House of TarTar with year long hot tub next to adorable downtown Valparaiso

Family-friendly vacation home with a water park and a hot tub

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Terrace/patio
Interior
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Experience the charm of this 3-bedroom home in a prime location, within walking distance to local restaurants and shops. Enjoy easy access to Lake Michigan and Dunes National Park, with multiple free parking spots just off the main street.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill

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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.

House of TarTar with year long hot tub next to adorable downtown Valparaiso

This perfect 3-bedroom home is walking distance to fabulous restaurants, local shops, antique store, breweries and wineries. House of TarTar is our prince frog logo for guests to remember our location. Just 25 minutes from Lake Michigan and Dunes National Park. An hour to Chicago via transportation downtown. There are multiple free parking spots off the main street to this property. Ramp to back entrance of home.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Smart TV
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

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.
  • Front entrance ramp
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall

Things to do

  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming 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)

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

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 complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: no electric plug covers or stairway gates.

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 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

Map
Valparaiso, IN

What's nearby

  • Chicago Street Theatre - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Memorial Opera House - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Valparaiso University - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Valparaiso Medical Center - 4 min drive - 2.1 km
  • The Course at Aberdeen - 9 min drive - 7.7 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 24 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 80 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Aftermath Cidery +Winery - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Birdie’s - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Peddlers Pizza Pub - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Buffalo Wild Wings - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Blackbird Cafe - ‬11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is House of TarTar with year long hot tub next to adorable downtown Valparaiso pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at House of TarTar with year long hot tub next to adorable downtown Valparaiso?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at House of TarTar with year long hot tub next to adorable downtown Valparaiso?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is House of TarTar with year long hot tub next to adorable downtown Valparaiso located?

Located in the center of Valparaiso, this family-friendly vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Chicago Street Theatre, Memorial Opera House, and Valparaiso University. Porter County Museum and Brown Field are also within 15 minutes.

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House of TarTar with year long hot tub next to adorable downtown Valparaiso Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 73 out of 80 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 80 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 80 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 80 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 80 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Marissa T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a wonderful, clean, cozy stay in a great location. Communication was excellent, and there was so much to do in town. We LOVED the chickens and reading on the balcony! We've already recommended them to friends!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tyler B.

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

Great Get-a-way

We enjoyed everything about the property. It was quiet and comfortable. However, too hot to use the hot tub haha. The amenities were great. We got to enjoy the Dunes State Park along with some local food and shops. 10/10 would recommend their place to anyone!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Hilary M.

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

Very comfortable

This home is very cozy. The kitchen was well stocked and all of the bedrooms had large closets. Beds are comfortable. Living room has ample seating and a relaxed atmosphere. The hosts were easy to communicate with via text. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

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

Valpo House

The owners were quick to respond to any question we had. The place was clean and matched the online listing. We loved the restaurant suggestions.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amos J.

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

Great stay for Valpo Homecoming Weekend

Great location near campus, plenty of room for 5 adults coming in to support our son and his football team.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

CINDY C.

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

Beautifully remodeled home with ample parking

We really enjoyed our stay. Our host was top notch...even baked us some breakfast breads for Easter morning! The house is beautiful and the beds were very comfy. It has a really nice deck and ample parking on property. Would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gary

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This home was clean and comfortable, handicap shower on the main floor was a big plus for me, appliances, carpet , paint was all fresh and new. This was a very pleasant stay for me and my family, I will be staying here again
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robin V.

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

Felt like home

The minute we walked in the door, we felt like we were at home. The house is beautifully maintained with gorgeous wood floors and stairs. We were so comfortable there. The bedrooms were all beautiful and the beds were comfortable. The neighborhood is cute and close to everything we needed. Our hosts were the best! We loved staying there.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

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

Great downtown place to stay

If you want a place that is close to all the shops and restaurants downtown, this is the place. Quite neighborhood with good sidewalks. The home is clean, comfy and well stocked. The owners were easy to communicate with. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica V.

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

Comforts of home

This was an exact representation of what was listed on line-so comfortable and welcoming.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

WEN-LI F.

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

We would like to come back

Our family stayed here for a weekend getaway! The house is clean and Jo and James are like friends 😊 we appreciate the hospitality and accommodation they provide for our stay. We are thinking of reasons to come back. Thank you, Jo and James!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim R., College Grove, TN

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

Weekend in Valpo

There were four of us in town for the weekend and we enjoyed our stay at the house. There was plenty of room to spread out. Joanne was very responsive and when we asked for an iron and iron board, she quickly delivered one to us. The house was nice and clean. I’m would definitely stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan E.

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

Very cozy!

Thank you, Jo and James for the hospitality! The home is cozy and inviting—we had everything we needed to enjoy our stay. You were easy to get a hold of when we needed anything and you were pleasant to chat with. I was also really impressed by the accessibility features of the home. When my mom came by, she could easily get around on the lower level, which saved everyone a lot of stress. We would highly recommend staying at your VRBO home and would love to come back next time we are in town.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nichole C.

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

Excellent stay and great hosts

Hot tube great! House well stocked. Had a issue figuring out TV not realizing it was streaming only but we got it and then it was ok. Note: 2nd bathroom with tub and washer and dryer are in the basement with pretty steep stairs. Two of us couldnt go down there because of mobility issues. We loved the house otherwise and we loved the hosts! They were great! We hope to return soon!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Cheryl B.

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

dunes vacation

This lovely 3 bedroom home fit our needs perfectly. The location was great for a quick trip over to the dunes and harbor. The kitchen was stocked with sufficient amenities to save money by preparing meals at home. We loved having the hot tub/spa off the deck and laundry to wash and dry our suits and towels. The bathrooms provided sufficient space for family needs. When we shared an observation about the hot tub needing chlorine, the owners were quick to respond and even change out the water for fresh. Despite all the inclement weather during our stay, we had plenty of space to move around and a good selection of videos:) All in all, a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

4/10 Poor

Carson W.

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

Nice home but had damages claimed against us

The property itself was nice and held up to the photos on the listing. However, there are a couple negatives/warnings I feel others should be aware of. 1. The hot tub water was not very clean; there was a milky layer on the top. 2. Home is not advisable for children as there was a crossbow and pellet gun left unlocked and in plain view in the basement. 3. Shortly after checkout, the owner texted me to notify me they would be filing a $2000 claim against the damages insurance policy I purchased for “new scratches” to the wood floor along with images of said scratches. From the images, it appeared that there was years’ worth of normal wear and tear to the wood floors. Many of the scratches and indentations in the images appeared to have been previously varnished over, indicating that they were not new scratches from our stay. The insurance company ended up paying out the claim, but this was an unnecessary source of worry for 2 weeks. Overall, the home mostly lived up to expectations, but we are frustrated about the claim filed because we do not feel that we caused the alleged damages. I would recommend taking pictures of the state of the home at check-in to prevent this from happening to you.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angella S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was actually better than described. More than enough room to fit everyone, and more than normal extras. There was a highchair, and several items that the little one could play with. They provided all the extras such as toilet paper, paper towels, garbage bags which are normally things we needed to buy. We were able to get deliveries quickly from Walmart and door dash. The hot tub was amazing and perfect to relax in. The 2nd bathroom came in handy with a tub for the little one to play in.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark S.

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

Work trip

Working in Valpo. 2 minutes to job. Will be back
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cornelia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Das Ferienhaus war genau wie beschrieben. Es war alles vorhanden. Gut eingerichtete KĂźche. Parkplatz vorhanden. Sehr netter Kontakt mit dem Vermieter. Wir hatten eine Kleinigkeit gemeldet und es wurde sofort behoben. Wir haben den Aufenthalt sehr genossen. Super Ausgangspunkt fĂźr AusflĂźge zum See.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sandy W.

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

Graduation celebration

We enjoyed our stay in Valpo to celebrate my niece’s graduation! We felt relaxed and at home in your home.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jan D.

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

Wedding weekend

This house worked well for a family wedding in the area. The owners were great to work with.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tiffany T.

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

Great place!

Love the hot tub!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen D.

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

Perfect Valparaiso Spot

We had a lovely stay. Great location for graduation at Valparaiso Univ. It was very clean and we had everything we needed. Communication with homeowner was great!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eric H.

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

Cute & Comfy

Very cute comfortable house. LOVED the hot tub! Everything was super accessible and Joanne was super great at communicating and helping. Definitely will stay again in the future
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Shannon M.

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

Family time

Great place to stay, easy check in and check out. Very nice place we will be back to visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025