Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes | House in Chesterton
5 Bedroom House in Chesterton
Welcome to your perfect getaway in Chesterton, Indiana—an updated, pet-friendly rental home just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Park and close to Valparaiso University. This spacious, thoughtfully designed retreat offers the charm of a quiet neighborhood with the convenience of modern amenities.
Unlike many homes in the area, this property experiences minimal train noise, so you can enjoy your stay in peace without the constant sounds that may affect other rentals nearby.
🏡 Property Highlights:
4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3 Living Areas with 3 Smart TVs
2 King Beds + Queen and Twin Options + Queen Airbed
Game Room with Foosball, Air Hockey, Arcade Machine
Bar Area in the Basement – adults-only hangout zone
Outdoor Dining Area on a Covered Porch
Newly Updated Interior with Modern Furnishings
Pet-Friendly with Fenced-In Backyard
High Chair and Crib Provided
📍 Prime Location:
A few minutes’ walk to historic Chesterton Downtown (shops, wineries, dining)
4 miles to Indiana Dunes National Park & the beach
10 minutes to Valparaiso University
Close to local attractions like Thomas Centennial Park, Running Vines Winery, Octave Grill, and Coffee Creek Park
🛋️ Indoor Living Spaces:
Enjoy a flowing layout with three distinct living areas, all furnished with cozy couches, beautiful lighting, and three Smart TVs with streaming capabilities. Whether you’re hosting movie night, reading in a quiet nook, or playing games with friends, there’s a spot for everyone.
🎮 Basement Game Room & Bar:
A fully finished basement adds a new level of fun:
Foosball Table
Air Hockey Table
Arcade Machine
3rd Living Area with Smart TV
Lounge Seating
Bar Area with Bar Stools
🍳 Kitchen Amenities:
The kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking and dining needs:
Stainless Steel Appliances
Drip Coffee Maker, Toaster, Water Filter
Complimentary Teas, Spices, and Cooking Basics
Knife Set, Cutting Boards, Mixing Bowls
Full Dishware/Flatware Set
Outdoor Dining Set included
🌿 Outdoor Living:
Step outside to enjoy your private fenced-in backyard featuring:
Covered Porch with Dining Table
Adirondack Chairs for Lounging
Fire Pit Area for S’mores & Stories
Room to Play or Relax
🛏️ Bedroom & Bathroom Layout:
Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King Bed, Vanity, Blackout Curtains
Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen Bed, Closet
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): King Bed, Desk, Vanity
Bedroom 4 (Upstairs – Kids Area): Twin Beds, Bunk Setup, Games, Smart TV
Bedroom 5 (Basement): Twin Bed, Quiet Private Corner
Queen Airbed provided for extra guests
Bathrooms:
Main Floor: Full Bath w/ Rainfall Shower
Upstairs: Full Bath w/ Double Vanity & Tub
Basement: Full Bath w/ Shower, Hair Dryer, Makeup Remover Wipes, Ear Buds
👶 Family-Friendly Perks:
Crib
High Chair
Toddler Board Games
Books for Kids & Teens
Indoor & Outdoor Play Space
🧺 General Amenities:
Central Heating & Air Conditioning
Washer & Dryer with Detergent
Linens, Towels, and Beach Towels Provided
Hair Dryer
Keyless Entry
Flexible Check-In/Out When Possible
🧑💻 Remote Work Ready:
Work Desk & Chair
High-Speed Wi-Fi
Quiet Corners for Focused Work
🚗 Parking & Accessibility:
Driveway fits up to 5 vehicles
Easy self-check-in with keyless entry
Only 3 outdoor steps to enter
1st Floor Bedroom & Bathroom make it accessible for seniors or those avoiding stairs
Note: Property is not baby-proofed
🌅 Nearby Attractions:
Nature & Outdoors:
Indiana Dunes National Park (4 mi)
Indiana Dunes State Park (3.5 mi)
Porter Beach (4.2 mi)
Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve (2.4 mi)
Sunset Hill Farm Country Park (5.6 mi)
Marquette Park Beach (13.1 mi)
Walkable Favorites (< 0.5 mi):
Thomas Centennial Park
Running Vines Winery
Octave Grill
Dog Days Ice Cream Parlor
The Flower Cart
Northside Diner & Food Truck
Family Fun:
49’er Drive-In Theatre (6.3 mi)
Zao Island Mini Golf & Go-Karts (12.5 mi)
Gabis Arboretum (19.6 mi)
Deep River Waterpark (21.1 mi)
Southlake Mall (23.6 mi)
Golf & Recreation:
Sand Creek Country Club (2.1 mi)
Chesterton Park & Trails System
Airport Access:
South Bend International Airport (42.5 mi)
Chicago Midway International Airport (~1 hr drive)
🤝 Guest Access
The entire home and all amenities are included in your rental. Feel free to enjoy the kitchen, game room, backyard, laundry room, and every room inside. Please make yourself at home!
Check-in is easy with keyless entry.
🤗 Guest Interaction
We value warm, personalized interaction with our guests. While we give you space and privacy, we're just a message or call away for anything you need. Our goal is to make your stay not just comfortable, but memorable.
We welcome you with hospitality and send you off with gratitude. Every stay is a chance to build lasting connections.
💖 Why This Property?
This is a large, updated home with plenty of space to unwind—while still maintaining the original charm that makes it feel like home. We’ve carefully designed every room with comfort, character, and usability in mind.
Many Chesterton homes sit near train lines; while you may hear minimal train sounds here, it’s not disruptive and far less noticeable than in most local rentals.
This is a home made for memory-making.
Make yourself at home.
🌟 Unique Benefits
Minimal train noise (rare for the area!)
2 King Beds for superior comfort
Bar & Game Room for built-in entertainment
Pet-friendly with fenced backyard
Walk to downtown shops, dining & parks
Minutes from the Dunes & Lake Michigan
Family-friendly with crib, high chair, and games
Work-from-home ready
Newly renovated interior with original charm
📌 Before You Book:
✅ Pet Friendly (please inform us in advance)✅ No Smoking Inside the Property✅ Quiet Hours After 10 PM✅ Must be 25+ to Book✅ Flexible Check-in/out whenever possible
🧳 Tell us how we can host you on your journey.
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Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes is located in Chesterton. Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes provides accommodation, featuring Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, among other amenities. This House features Internet, Kitchen, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.
Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Chesterton has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Chesterton, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.
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Amenities
Facility Overview
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Heating
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Air conditioning
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Bathtub or shower
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Hair dryer
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3 bathrooms
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Towels provided
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5 bedrooms
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Bed sheets provided
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Dining table
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Living room
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Dining room
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Fireplace
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Stovetop
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Spices
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Coffee/tea maker
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Dishwasher
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Refrigerator
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Microwave
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Oven
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Toaster
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Cookware/dishes/utensils
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Near laundromat
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Washing machine and dryer
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Laundry facilities
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Onsite parking
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Onsite parking options include a garage
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Car recommended
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Pet friendly
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Welcoming dogs only
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3 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
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Smoke-free property
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Note from host: 🚭 Smoking Policy
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Smoking, vaping, or use of tobac
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Ecotours nearby
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Mountain biking nearby
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Hiking nearby
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Winery tours nearby
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Hiking/biking trails nearby
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Fishing nearby
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Power boating nearby
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Kayaking nearby
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Swimming nearby
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Books
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Arcade/game room
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Foosball table
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Games
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Smart TV
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Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)
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English
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Near a hospital
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Near outlet shopping
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Near a zoo
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In the city center
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Desk
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Desk chair
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Children's books
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Travel crib
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Highchair
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Children's dinnerware
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Iron/ironing board
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Free WiFi, with speed of 100+ Mbps (good for 1–2 people or up to 6 devices)
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Patio
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Fenced yard
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Garden
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Barbecue grill
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Firepit
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Fire extinguisher
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Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
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Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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First aid kit
Policies
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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: kindly contact the host to inform them about the p parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
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