Title: Heart of Indiana Dunes National Park with Hot Tub - 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 # Heart of Indiana Dunes National Park with Hot Tub Waterfront vacation home with kitchen and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107265400/107265306/696d8da9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107265400/107265306/9c19db5a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107265400/107265306/94d97046.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107265400/107265306/653db376.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107270000/107265400/107265306/d5a8cbb0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Welcome to this charming 1950s-themed retreat, nestled on a serene 3-acre property with mature trees and a river. Relax in the Frank Sinatra Lounge featuring a fireplace or unwind in the Marilyn Monroe Room surrounded by vintage Hollywood decor. Enjoy meals at the large dining table, spend time outdoors with hot tub and firepit amenities, or have fun indoors with games garage space. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123003 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Fireplace - Parking available ## 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. ### Heart of Indiana Dunes National Park with Hot Tub Message me for Off-season packages! On 3 wooded acres, our spacious home blends retro charm & modern amenities near Indiana Dunes National Park. Ideal for larger groups, this nostalgic escape caters to nature lovers & adventure seekers alike. Planning a family reunion, wedding, work retreat, or a nature-filled getaway? Enjoy cozy evenings by the fire pit, game nights in the retro game room & serene mornings surrounded by nature. Book now for a one-of-a-kind experience you won’t forget! Your ultimate retreat in Chesterton, Indiana, close to Indiana Dunes National Park! Nestled in a serene, three-acre woodland along the Little Calumet River. Unique Themed Rooms: \-Frank Sinatra Lounge: Fireplace, queen sleeper sofa & record player. \-Marilyn Monroe Room: King bed, large closet & Hollywood decor. \-NASA Room: King bed, large closet, inspired decor & attached full bath. \-1950s Architects Room: Work or sleep (queen sofa bed) & desk. \-Vintage Travel Room: Bunk beds, trundle (or king bed), TV & games for kids. Modern Comforts: \-Hot Tub: Unwind after exploring the dunes. \-Full Kitchen: Retro appliances & modern essentials. \-Outdoor Living: BBQ, fire pit, picnic table & sectional seating. \-Home Upgrades: Electrical, new AC, high-speed internet & modern appliances. Indoor Entertainment: \-Games Garage: Foosball, air hockey, jukebox, axe throwing & projector. \-Swanky Basement Bar: Pool, darts, shuffleboard, benches & bar lounge. \-Main Living Room: Smart TV, retro board games, yoga mats, & puzzles Ideal For: \-Families: Plenty of space & activities. \-Friend Groups: Great for reunions & get-togethers. \-Work Retreats: Suitable for team-building activities. \-Weddings: Room for the whole party. \-Nature Lovers: Spot blue herons, sandhill cranes & more Location Highlights: \-4 min to Downtown Historic District \-7 min to Indiana Dunes National Park \-4 min to US 49 \-15 min to Valparaiso University \-20 min to Michigan City \-50 min to Downtown Chicago \-3 miles to Dune Park train station (Chicago to South Bend route) House Rules: \-No smoking inside the house. \-No pets allowed. \-Wash dishes (in dishwasher). \-Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 8 AM. \-Dispose of trash & recycling. \-Check-In: 4 PM & Check-Out: 10 AM. Book now to create unforgettable memories at our Retro 1950s Home, where vintage charm meets modern comfort! Guests have full access to our 3-acre property: \-Parking: Ample space in the large driveway for everyone. \-Outdoor Areas: The house and surrounding 1 acre include a front yard, side yard, and spacious backyard, perfect for relaxing or gathering. \-Nature Exploration: The remaining 2 acres feature marshland and woods leading to the Little Calumet River. Feel free to explore! For secure keyless entry, a smart lock with a personalized code is provided and valid only during your stay. We’re nearby and available via the app if you need anything, but we’re happy to give you your space to enjoy your stay. We’re nearby and available via the app if you need anything, but we’re happy to give you your space to enjoy your stay. This ensures clear communication and flexibility, catering to your needs while providing privacy and convenience. Even the neighborhood is reminiscent of the 50's in that it's a quiet close knit community. Please be respectful of others and the space. Due to recent event with previous guests we've updated our House rules... NO PARTIES: Absolutely no parties. Multiple security cameras are on-site, and any unapproved guests will result in immediate cancellation of your reservation with no refund. NO DRIVING OR PARKING ON GRASS: please respect our nature retreat, our nature friends and out neighbors. Our drive comfortably fits 6 cars, please alert us if you will be bringing more than 6. SEPTIC SYSTEM: We run on septic. Please flush toilet paper only—nothing else. If the system clogs, a fee will be assessed for plumbing repairs. WELL WATER: treated once a quarter NO SHOES: This is a no-shoes house. Please remove shoes upon entry. A $10 fee will be charged per carpet or rug stain. IMPORTANT RULES: \*\*No Smoking Inside (strictly enforced) \*\*No Pets (no exceptions) \*\*No Excessive Guests \*\*No Parties \*\*No Mailing Packages to the Home \*\*Check-In: After 4 PM | Check-Out: By 10 AM \*\*Self Check-In: Smart lock code provided for keyless entry NOISE & COMMUNITY RESPECT: No partying of any kind, inside or outside. Quiet hours are from 10 PM to 8 AM due to a local noise ordinance. Violations may result in police involvement, immediate termination of your stay, and forfeiture of the security deposit. We value our community’s peace—thank you for respecting it! PENALTIES: \-Stolen Towels: $10 per towel-ANY SIZE \-Smoking Inside: $150 \-Late Checkout (Past 10 AM without Approval): $75 \-Extra Guests Not on Reservation: $50 per guest \-Excessive Cleaning (if left extremely dirty): $150 ADDITIONAL NOTES: \-Potential for noise \-Amenity limitations \-Stairs are required to access parts of the home Security Deposit: If any damage occurs, you may be charged up to $300. ## 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 - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Stereo - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table ### 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 ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Garden - Unit size: 3,003 square feet ## Similar properties ![Outdoor pool, a heated pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90340000/90330400/90330339/c772f520.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### VIP! 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 313171 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=41.616856,-87.01909&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:md%60%7DFh%7CbrO%3FU%3FU%3FQ%40U%40U%3FS%40S%40U%40SBU%40SBSBS%40UBSBSDSBSDSBSDQDSDSDSDQFSDQFQDSFQFQFQHOFSFOHOHQFOHQHOHOHMJQHMJMHOJMJMJMJMHMLKJKJMLKJILKJKLKLILILIJILGNILGLGLINGLGLENELENELENELCNCNELANCNANCNALANANAN%3FL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40L%40N%40NBN%40NBL%40NDNBLBNDLDNDLDNDLDLFNFLHLFLFNHLFJHLHLHLHLJJJLJJHLJJLJJLLHJJLJLJLJLHNJLHNJNHLHNHNHPFNHPHNFNFRHNFPFPFPDRFPDRFPDPDRDRDRDPBRDRBRDRBRBR%40TBRBR%40RBT%40R%40T%40R%3FR%40T%3FT%40P%3FT%3FT%3FT%3FRAR%3FTAR%3FRATATARCRARCTCRATCPCRERCTERCREPEREREREPGPERGPEPGPGRGPINGPGPININGPINIPILINKNILKNILKLKNKLKLIJMLKJKLMJKHMJKHMLMHMFMJKFMHOHMFMFMHODMFMDOFMDODMBODMDOBOBMBO%40OBO%40OBM%40O%3FO%40O%40O%3FO%3FO%3FM%3FOAOAO%3FMAOCOAOCOAMCOCOCMEOEMCOEMEOGMEMGOEMIMGMGOIMIKGMKMGMIMMKIMKKIMKKMKKMKIMKMKMKOKMIMKOIMKOIOIMIQIOGQIOIOGQGQIOGQGSGQEQGQEQGSEQESESESEQCSESCUESCSCQAUCSCUASCSASAUAU%3FSASAU%3FS%3FS%3FU&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=bAbpJS7mh_hwUVDhkj1nnhxJlnU=) Chesterton, IN #### What's nearby - Lustron House - 4 min drive - 2.8 km - Indiana Dunes Visitor Center - 6 min drive - 5.6 km - Indiana Dunes National Park - 6 min drive - 6.3 km - Indiana Dunes State Park - 10 min drive - 7.4 km - Lake View Beach - 12 min drive - 11.6 km #### Getting around - Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 16 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬3 min drive - ‪Taco Bell - ‬3 min drive - ‪Sunrise Family Restaurant - ‬16 min walk - ‪Wendy's - ‬19 min walk - ‪Dairy Queen - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Heart of Indiana Dunes National Park with Hot Tub pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Heart of Indiana Dunes National Park with Hot Tub? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Heart of Indiana Dunes National Park with Hot Tub? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Heart of Indiana Dunes National Park with Hot Tub located? > Situated on the waterfront, this vacation home is 0.6 mi (0.9 km) from Wykes-Plampin Nature Preserve and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park. Chesterton Art Center and Lustron House are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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