Title: Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool - 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 home # Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool Family-friendly vacation home in La Porte with an outdoor pool ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100620000/100617100/100617080/149d27a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100620000/100617100/100617080/83846b02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100620000/100617100/100617080/6d0b01c9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100620000/100617100/100617080/7a5e5d89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100620000/100617100/100617080/5f580b9f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in 4 acres of serene LaPorte land, Bluebird Cottage offers an entertaining escape. This spacious vacation home boasts a heated pole barn with games and basketball, a large treehouse, firepit, screened in porch and huge inground pool for endless fun. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 16 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Pool - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool Welcome to the Bluebird Cottage in LaPorte, IN. This vacation home provides ample living space for multiple families and friends to get together. Situated on 4 acres of land, including a heated pole barn with full court basketball, games, a large treehouse, firepit, screened in porch, and a huge inground pool! This house is made for entertaining! A quick drive to Pine Lake and downtown LaPorte with easy access to New Buffalo and Michigan City. Nearby countless golf opportunities, restaurants, and activities for all ages. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Service animals only (pets not 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. - 1 accessible parking space - Area rugs in public areas - Hardwood flooring in public areas - Single level property - Smooth flooring in public areas - Stair-free path to entrance - Tile flooring in public areas - Upper floors accessible by stairs only - Wheelchair-accessible parking - Wheelchair-accessible pool - Wheelchair-accessible van parking - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Heated pool - Table tennis ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70410000/70404400/70404329/w1549h996x0y3-791499d1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Big Family House 5 Minutes from Lake Michigan/Blue Chip Casino/Brewery/Wineries! 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All used towels put in laundry room. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Pool should be covered each night by 10PM. There is NO DIVING into the pool. No glassware by the pool. ### Pets Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: Crib and highchair available ### 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 not indicated whether 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.65212%2C-86.81532&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=yWjpyPeYr4uD1qXXpnIegE3F9I0=) La Porte, IN #### What's nearby - Shady Creek Winery - 10 min drive - 14.4 km - Blue Chip Casino - 15 min drive - 12.7 km - Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 15 min drive - 12.8 km - Lake View Beach - 16 min drive - 24.6 km - Washington Park Beach - 18 min drive - 14.1 km #### Getting around - Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 15 min drive - Michigan City Station - 16 min drive - South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 44 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Chick Fil A - ‬9 min drive - ‪Dunkin' - ‬10 min drive - ‪Family Express Mich. City Johnson Rd - ‬5 min drive - ‪Culver's - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool have a pool? > Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool pet-friendly? > No, only service animals are welcome at the property. ### What time is check-in at Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Family Friendly Retreat, sleeps 12+, Pole Barn with games, Large inground pool located? > Located in La Porte, this family-friendly vacation home is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Creek Ridge County Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Friendship Botanic Gardens and Cleveland Park. Stone Lake Beach and Garwood Orchards are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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