[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pet Friendly - walk to lake Michigan w/ Backyard & Fire Pit Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97020000/97018100/97018026/bf3303ae.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97020000/97018100/97018026/8196bf23.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97020000/97018100/97018026/15d73be4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97020000/97018100/97018026/e37c4d46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97020000/97018100/97018026/39a89c42.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In a peaceful Michigan City neighborhood, The Lilypad offers a warm welcome with 3 bedrooms, an oversized couch for family movie nights, and a fire pit for stargazing. Take advantage of the kitchen and dining area to prepare meals or grill out under the stars. With Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach just minutes away and outlet mall shopping nearby, you can experience local life at its best. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81168 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - 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. ### Pet Friendly - walk to lake Michigan w/ Backyard & Fire Pit Welcome to The Lilypad - a charming beach cottage, featuring 3 bedrooms all on one floor, plus a lower level bonus sleeping area/rec room. Live like a local in this quiet, peaceful neighborhood, less than a 10 minute walk to Sheridan Beach on Lake Michigan. Grill out under the stars or enjoy a glass of wine by the fire pit, or retreat to the lower level to enjoy a family movie night on the oversized couch. Just minutes to the best of Michigan City's restaurants & pubs, outlet mall shopping, casinos, the zoo, playgrounds, and more. Up to two well-trained dogs are allowed - security deposit required. MAIN FLOOR Bedroom 1 - Queen Bedroom 2 - Queen Bedroom 3 - Two Twins Living Room Kitchen Dining Area One Full Bath One Half Bath LOWER FLOOR Family Room Desk Twin Trundle (Sleeps 2) Bar Washer/Dryer LOCATION Located in Michigan City just a short walk to the beach. PARKING 1-car garage plus driveway & street parking. HOUSE RULES \-No smoking or vaping indoors \-No parties \-No fireworks \-Must be 25 years old and present for the duration of the stay to reserve. PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED Professionally managed means peace of mind during your stay. Front desk associates, housekeeping and maintenance staff are nearby should you need anything during your stay. It’s your vacation, we are here to ensure you enjoy it. There is a Ring Door Bell on the outside of the property. RENTAL PERIOD The Lilypad offers a 2-night minimum stay year-round, with some 3-night stays required over holidays. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### 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 ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near an outlet shopping mall ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Casino nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Hunting nearby - Ice skating nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Sledding nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Unit size: 1,168 square feet ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/69000000/68930000/68923900/68923845/5008e2fa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### On Lake Shore Drive, Across St From Beach & Beach Stop, Lake MI Views Michigan City - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.6 Exceptional 73 reviews CA $617 CA $716 total includes taxes & fees Nov 3 - Nov 4 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-03&endDate=2025-11-04&selected=68923845&PinnedHotelID=68923845&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105990000/105984700/105984695/23aba0aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Holiday House! 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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 1531-255007 ## 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%7C41.72770%2C-86.88242&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vHakTgCf9AM3z04D-tuYV1nxxSQ=) Michigan City, Indiana #### What's nearby - Sheridan Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km - Washington Park Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km - Blue Chip Casino - 2 min drive - 1.5 km - Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.5 km - Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 2.5 km #### Getting around - Michigan City Station - 7 min drive - Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 7 min drive - South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 48 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Options Buffet - ‬4 min drive - ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬5 min drive - ‪Bartlett’s Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Game - ‬4 min drive - ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pet Friendly - walk to lake Michigan w/ Backyard & Fire Pit pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pet Friendly - walk to lake Michigan w/ Backyard & Fire Pit? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pet Friendly - walk to lake Michigan w/ Backyard & Fire Pit? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pet Friendly - walk to lake Michigan w/ Backyard & Fire Pit located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Washington Park and Lake Michigan. Friendship Botanic Gardens and Washington Park Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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