Title: Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire cabin # Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly Beachside fun near Indiana Dunes National Park ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96750000/96743200/96743172/48dc1df9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96750000/96743200/96743172/2dacd46e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96750000/96743200/96743172/876b79c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96750000/96743200/96743172/27b2d8f6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96750000/96743200/96743172/22a07264.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Close to Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park, Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly provides amenities like laundry facilities. This cabin is a great place to bask in the sun with a beachfront location and sun loungers. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire cabin 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 61500 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Beach view - - Dryer - Fireplace - Washer - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cabin to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly This cabin has the best view of Lake Michigan and the Chicago Skyline, inside and outside. This delightfully open cabin with two bedrooms and a perfect view of Porter Beach and Lake Michigan is nestled in the Indiana Dunes and just 53 steps away from magnificent Lake Michigan. The only thing between you and the lake is 53 stairs and a lovely sand beach. There is sleeping for 4 currently but the couch can be used to sleep 2 more people, all 3 beds are queen size. Ample seating in the living area includes dining room chairs and living room sofa with spinning chairs. The dining room table can be expanded to meet 9 persons dining needs or the leaves can be easily hidden away for a more intimate dining experience. The kitchen is spacious and fully equipped with a full size refrigerator, stove/oven, microwave, toaster, Kuerig cup coffee maker, and Central Air (Furnace/Air Conditioning). All linens (bath towels, hand towels, wash clothes and dish towels, bedding) are provided. There is a full wrap around deck with chairs and a Weber propane gas grill. The beach is a public beach, about a half mile from the main Dunes State Park Beach, we have beach toys for children of all ages, footballs, spike ball, soccer balls and other beach games. This is the top level of a 2 story cabin with 2 parking spaces, there are no people staying in the basement of the property, it is unfinished. Should you want to venture beyond the beach numerous nearby attractions include Chesterton European Market (Saturdays), hiking, biking, dining, breweries, shopping, museums, art galleries, an arboretum, golfing, waterpark, farmers markets, live theatre, movie theatres, skating, bowling and much more. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the cabin: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Gas grill - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - 5 steps to reach entrance - Area rugs in public areas - No elevator (single-level property) - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board - Safe ### Location highlights - On a lake - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Kayak - Cycling nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Housekeeping (on request) - Humane treatment of captive wild animals - Recycling - Unit size: 1,500 square feet ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94690000/94689100/94689032/123a9f4d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blue Birdhouse - No Cleaning Fee - Pet Friendly - Dunes National Park Chesterton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 30 reviews CA $232 CA $266 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=94689032&PinnedHotelID=94689032&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90120000/90116800/90116764/482b8eb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### National Park Nature Retreat access to train to Chicago and 2 close to Beach Chesterton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=90116764&PinnedHotelID=90116764&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33030000/33021300/33021264/259dce98.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Secluded, Fenced Cottage, Hot Tub, Fire Pit, Dog Friendly, Nat’l Park Miller Beach - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 41 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=33021264&PinnedHotelID=33021264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22730000/22721000/22720937/74c1621e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Steps from the beach! Pet friendly. Awesome amenities and great location. Michigan City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 251 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=22720937&PinnedHotelID=22720937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107760000/107751700/107751654/44d55ce5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cypress Log Cabin - Historic National Park Home on the beach Michigan City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=107751654&PinnedHotelID=107751654&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/53000000/52620000/52611800/52611799/75a4c2e3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEACHFRONT/HOT TUB/STEAM ROOM/MASSAGE CHAIR/PINBALL/BIKES/KAYAKS/PADDLEBOARDS. Michigan City - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 9.4 Exceptional 123 reviews CA $111 CA $266 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=52611799&PinnedHotelID=52611799&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109330000/109329600/109329524/13b7be8c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The View from this Lakeside Cottage with Beach in Backyard, is BEAUTIFUL! Michigan City - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 27 reviews CA $218 CA $633 total includes taxes & fees Oct 27 - Oct 28 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-27&endDate=2025-10-28&selected=109329524&PinnedHotelID=109329524&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/24000000/23360000/23359800/23359750/w393h252x0y0-fcef5efc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven. Michigan City - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.6 Exceptional 238 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=23359750&PinnedHotelID=23359750&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113610000/113608300/113608295/2390c266.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### No Cleaning Fee! Cozy Cottage in Dunes National Park, Beverly Shores Indiana. Michigan City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 17 reviews CA $216 CA $276 total includes taxes & fees Nov 18 - Nov 19 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-18&endDate=2025-11-19&selected=113608295&PinnedHotelID=113608295&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76520000/76511400/76511360/162ee263.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### (2 Nt Min!) Beautiful Home Close To Lake Beach and National Park! Porter - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-09&endDate=2025-11-10&selected=76511360&PinnedHotelID=76511360&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:30 PM Contactless check-in available Minimum check-in age: 25 ### 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove personal items and take out the trash Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys Please wash any dishes used during your trip. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Only 2 Parking Spots for Guests, other vehicles will need to be parked at South Shore station about 2 miles away There are loft areas at the house but we ask people do not go up on the lofts No smoking on the decks, you can smoke in the driveway only on the property. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 2 total pets Note from host: Beach allows Dogs on a Leash ### 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, 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 area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.655476,-87.07281&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:yug%7DF%60lmrO%3FU%3FU%3FS%40S%40U%3FS%40U%40S%40SBU%40SBSBS%40UBSBSDUBQDSBSDSDQDSDSDQFSDQFSDQFQFQFQHQFQFOHQHQFOHOHOHOHOJOHMJOHMJOJKJMJMHMLKJMJKLKJKLKJKLILILKLGJKLGNILGLGLGNGLGLENGLENELENCLCNENCLCNCNANCN%3FLCNANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40LBN%3FNBN%40NBLBNBNDLBNBLDNDLDNFLDLFNFLFLFLFNHLFJJLFLJLHLHJJLJJJLJJJJLLJHLJLJLJJJNHLJNHLJNHNHNHNHPFLHPHPFNFPHPFPFPFPDPFRDPFRDPDRDRDPDRBRDRBPDTBRBR%40TBRBR%40RBT%40R%40R%40T%3FR%40T%3FR%40R%3FT%3FT%3FR%3FTAR%3FTAR%3FRATATARCRARCTCRARCRCRETCRERCREREPEREREPGREPGPEPGPGPGRINGPGPINIPGNINININIPKLINKLILKNKLKLKJILMJKLKJMLKJMHKJMHMJMHMHKHMHOFMFMHMDOFMFMFODMDODMDOBMDOBOBMBOBOBO%40O%40M%40O%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%40OAM%3FO%3FOAOAMAOAOAOCOCMCOCOCMEOCMEOEMEOEMGMGOGMEMIMGOGMIKIMIMIMKMIKKMIKKMMKKKMMKIMKKKMKMKOIMKMIOKMIQIOIOIOGOIOIQGQGOIQGSGQGQEQGQEQGSEQESESEQESCSESCSEUCSCSASCSCUASCSASAUAU%3FSASAU%3FS%3FU%3FS&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=MWj2BByZf4KSCixWwOyMeZ9ki5k=) Porter, IN #### What's nearby - Indiana Dunes State Park - 14 min walk - 1.2 km - Indiana Dunes National Park - 5 min drive - 3.5 km - Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 4.2 km - Dune Acres Beach - 10 min drive - 3.2 km - Lake View Beach - 15 min drive - 13.4 km #### Getting around - Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 13 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min drive - ‪Wagner's Ribs - ‬8 min drive - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive - ‪Leroy's "Hot Stuff - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### What time is check-in at Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly? > Check-in begins at 2:30 PM. ### What time is check-out at Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Cabin 53 steps from Porter Beach on Lake Michigan: Family & Pet-Friendly located? > Nestled on the beach, this Porter Beach cabin is within 1 mi (2 km) of East Beach, Lake Michigan, and Indiana Dunes State Park. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.3 mi (3.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Málaga](https://www.expedia.ca/Malaga-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d312-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [JW Marriott Indianapolis](https://www.expedia.ca/Indianapolis-Hotels-JW-Marriott-Indianapolis.h3574024.Hotel-Information) > > [Sybaris Pool Suites Indianapolis](https://www.expedia.ca/Indianapolis-Hotels-Sybaris-Pool-Suites-Indianapolis.h7994039.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Thornhill](https://www.expedia.ca/Thornhill-Toronto-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-n58781-0-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Downtown Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Vancouver-Vancouver-Hotels.0-n6058432-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels near Dorval Station](https://www.expedia.ca/Dorval-Station-Hotels.d6215835.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Cheap Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d178315-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Omni Severin Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Indianapolis-Hotels-Omni-Severin-Hotel.h17640.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Regency Indianapolis](https://www.expedia.ca/Indianapolis-Hotels-Hyatt-Regency-Indianapolis.h5178.Hotel-Information) > > [Canalta Rocky Mountain House](https://www.expedia.ca/Rocky-Mountain-House-Hotels-Canalta-Rocky-Mountain-House.h891262.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Long Island City](https://www.expedia.ca/Long-Island-City-Hotels.d127357.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Dreams Rose Hall Resort & Spa - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Montego-Bay-Hotels-Hilton-Rose-Hall-Resort-And-Spa-All-Inclusive.h19588.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Japan](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Japan-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d89-tCheapHotels.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from British Columbia (YXJ) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yxj/yyc/fort-saint-john-to-calgary) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Sidney (YYJ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yyj/calgary-to-victoria) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Orlando (MCO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/mco/vancouver-to-orlando) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to St. Louis (STL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/stl/calgary-to-st-louis) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Myrtle Beach (MYR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/myr/toronto-to-myrtle-beach) > > [Flights from San Francisco (SFO) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/sfo/yyz/san-francisco-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to San José (SJO)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sjo/toronto-to-san-jose) ### Packages > [Saint Nicholas Cathedral](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Nicholas-Cathedral-Monaco-Ville.d6065479.Vacation-Attraction) > > [Dominican Republic Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Dominican-Republic.d50.Destination-Travel-Guides) ### General > [Visit Picton](https://www.expedia.ca/Picton.dx9103) > > [Visit Mexicali](https://www.expedia.ca/Mexicali.dx2478) > > [Visit Pasay](https://www.expedia.ca/Pasay.dx9737)