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Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach

Lakefront vacation home with kitchen and patio

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Blue Chip Casino is located near Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach, which provides a firepit, a garden, and an arcade/game room. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities such as laundry facilities.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Pet friendly
  • 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.

Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach

Ahoy Matey’s and welcome to the Captain’s House!
This historical home is ready to welcome family and friends for relaxing days near the lake. At the Captain’s House you will find a fun Nautical theme throughout. With 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms you can comfortably sleep 11 plus 2 futons for additional sleeping. The home sits directly across from the Marina. It has plenty of space that allows you to spend time together as a large group. The living room has a large sectional and 65” TV, the dining room seats up to 12, plus another 4 seats in the adult game room that includes a poker table. Upstairs you will find an additional game room stocked with board games for both the kids and adults. The large fenced back yard has a fire pit and grill.
A great location in the Elston Grove Historical district. Close to everything… Beaches, hiking, boating, zoo, shopping, casino, art galleries, wineries and breweries are just some of the fun you will find around.
*5 minute drive to Washington Park Beach, zoo, the scenic Indiana Dunes National Park, and Bluechip Casino. If you choose to walk it’s a 20 minute walk to the Beach and zoo.
The Space:
First Floor: Captain’s Quarters - King bed
The Galley, Mess Hall, Poker Room, Large
Bathroom including Washer & Dryer

Second Floor: First Mate’s Quarters- King bed + pack and play
for baby
Mermaid Room - Queen bed
Deck Hands – Full bunk beds + Twin bunk beds + twin bed + pull out futon underneath
Deck Hands game room – two futons, tv for streaming, board games and darts, Large Bathroom

Please note that we maintain a smoke-free environment.
Pets are welcome!

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

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

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming cats and dogs only
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No using the wood burning stove
No climbing or playing on outside stairwell

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs and cats only
2 total pets

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 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 there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadbolt lock
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
Michigan City, IN

What's nearby

  • Barker Mansion - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 11 min walk
  • Michigan City Station - 16 min walk
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 44 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Options Buffet - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Ritz Club - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach located?

Situated on a lake, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Barker Mansion and Blue Chip Casino. Lake Michigan is 1.6 mi (2.6 km) away. Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop is 11 minutes by foot and Michigan City Station is 16 minutes.

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Captain's House// Large & FUN Family Home 5 minutes to the Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Dexter and Lisanne S.

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

Family trip

The house comfortably our family and communication with the host was excellent.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexis J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great, welcoming home. Perfect for my large family and two dogs. Large fenced in backyard and only 1 mile from Washington Park with the beach and zoo. Definitely recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

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

Annual vacation

We picked Indiana Dunes for our annual vacation. We were able to walk to zoo & park & the house fit our needs perfectly. Thanks for all the extras to make a wonderful vacation for my family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garanette E.

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

Great for families

Check-in process was so easy. The house was very clean and charming, had everything you could possibly need for a vacation. Great location, it was close to the beach, museums and shopping. Had a fenced in back yard. Our family had a wonderful week in the Captains House and would definitely rent it again if we ever find our way back in Michigan City.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey E.

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

Highly recommend

This was a wonderful stay, beautiful home, with everything we needed!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Kylie R.

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

Charming, Spacious House for Weekend Getaway

The house was beautifully decorated with more than enough space for our 11 guests. Location was a bit industrial compared to my normal preference, but was centrally located for what we wanted to do, and very close to the train station for commuting into Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

James R.

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

Great house

Great communication with owner, easy to get ahold of! Residence was very clean and exactly as described! Had an amayzing experience!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

JANINE P.

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

2025 Summer

We enjoyed your home very much. We set up a net in the backyard to play badminton. We worked on crafts and made our meals most days. The only thing we were a little disappointed in was the distance to the lake. I couldn’t determine how far you were from the lake by your Vrbo post. I had thought we could walk. Other than that, all of us enjoyed the cute nautical theme of your home. Well done.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Donna H.

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

Great centralized location

The Captain’s House is centrally located. Very easy to go to Washington Park beach or the zoo. The Indiana dunes parks were great. You can hop on a train for a day trip to Chicago. Several disc golf courses nearby. Our party of 8 had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda H.

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

Excellent stay!

Great location. Clean! WELL STOCKED. Lightning fast responses to questions. Highest recommendation for this place. Our 3 generation family had a wonderful stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mercedes P.

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

Fun Family Getaway

Home was decorated very nicely and lots of attention to detail. Perfect location to the lake, nearby dunes, and MI. The home had everything we needed- super comfy and lots of space for our family. Hosts were quick to respond for a few questions we had. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Donna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here with 5 adults and 4 kids aged from 9-16. The little welcome bag was a nice touch. We had plenty of room and never felt crowded. House was well stocked. Charcoal grill on pack patio was very nice. A little road noice but not bad at all. Beds were comfortable. Front porch was our gathering place for morning coffee before kids were up. We enjoyed watching the geese. Believe it or not they used the crosswalks when crossing over street to marina. No complaints from any of us. If we come back to area would definitely stay here again. Great and fast communication from owners.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kylie R.

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

Charming historic home

The house is beautifully decorated and stocked with everything you could need. We appreciated the mirrors in every bedroom and vanities to get ready at. The beds were also very comfortable. The backyard with the fire pit was nice to hang out at night. Good location in town and not too far from the beach. Perfect getaway for a girls trip!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

kennedy d.

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

A must stay!!

we had a group of 11 people and enjoyed the house and all it has to offer!! lots of beds and places to sleep! good selection of board games to get you off your phones and be in the moment! outdoor area is very nice with a fire pit! the home was very clean and well kept! we highly recommend staying here at the captain house!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Deb N.

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

Christmas Vacation 2024

Met description. Loved having fenced in backyard for littles. Only issue is downstairs had to be extremely cold so upstairs could be cool to sleep.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda J.

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

Family Vacation

This lovely home was the perfect place for our family vacation with our four adult children, spouses, and a fiancé. There is plenty of room and everything was well stocked and clean. We enjoyed an evening walk to the harbor. It was lovely. This historic home felt very warm and inviting. The hosts quickly responded to questions and were very kind. We would highly recommend the Captain’s House.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Patsy Y.

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

Nice Family house

Place was very nice and accommodated the 7 adults and 2 children. I like the big dining table where we all could sit and enjoy each other company whether eating, talking, and playing board games/cards. Outside patio was nice and spent quite a bit of time there. Even though we were in a heat wave the patio was shaded and pleasant. The upstairs was nice for kids as there was another TV where they could enjoy if they didn't like what was on downstairs TV. We would consider staying here again but we always like to travel to different places for our family vacation.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Nicole M., Columbus, IN

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

Fantastic hosts, nice space, ok neighborhood

Check in and check out was seamless. The home was lovely. A short walk to the downtown area. We visited a different beach with family staying in Harbert & Union Pier, MI so I can't speak to how the beach access was. But the house was well equipped with towels, chairs, floaties and a beach cart. There was plenty of space for our family and the outside patio and yard with fire pit was lovely in the evenings. Our hosts even left a very sweet note and a great welcome kit with treats that the kids really appreciated. The only issues we had were very strong transitions going from tile to wood floor in kitchen and bathrooms which we worried would be a trip hazard for my mid 70's mom. She was glad to have the master bed downstairs since the stairway was twisty and narrow as is fitting for such a neat, old house. We felt fine walking in the area during the day but would hesitate to walk at night. Several nearby buildings in disrepair.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Chuck K.

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

K family

The house was well-maintained and clean. All the linens , bed covers, and even toiletries were supplied. The backyard, grill and fireplace were supplied, including wood for the fireplace. The grill was almost brand new. Yeah, the outside of the house was clean no cobwebs no spiderwebs all in all was a very enjoyable stay. However, it was on a busy street. It was stated that there was room for three cars to park in the driveway. There really is only room for two cars to park in the driveway only blocks away from the Michigan city mall. The beach was no more than a 20 minute walk or a five minute drive very convenient . The area in itself, however was a little rundown not necessarily the best area to walk around at night. 13 members in our group including eight adults and five children ages 10 to 18
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023