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8/10 Good
Leo C.
Aug 7, 2024
Entire home
Pet Friendly - walk to lake Michigan w/ Backyard & Fire Pit
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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.
Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 81168 sq ft
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Free WiFi
- Air conditioning
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About this property
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
2 cars in the driveway & street parking available.
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
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
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 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
About the area
Located in Michigan City, this vacation home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Friendship Botanic Gardens and Washington Park Zoo are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hunting. Visit our Michigan City travel guide
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What's nearby
Washington Park Beach3 min drive - 1.8 km- Lake Kai2 min walk - 0.2 km
- Sheridan Beach13 min walk - 1.1 km
- Washington Park Zoo2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Blue Chip Casino3 min drive - 1.8 km
Getting around
- Michigan City Station7 min drive
- Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop7 min drive
- South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN)48 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's4 min drive
- William B's Steakhouse3 min drive
- Zorn Brew Works5 min drive
- Lakeside Kitchen3 min drive
- Ritz Club4 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.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the 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).
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Maren C.
Sep 7, 2023
Lily Pad review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Cute House, recently updated, perfect for 1, 2 or even 3 small families. Side yard was perfect for kids to run around. Close to beach. House was clean and organized!
Maren C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mayank P.
May 29, 2024
Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
It was a good place to stay. I couldn't find the Key box at the entrance so used garage as main entrance for the two days I started.
Mayank P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Katie C.
Aug 2, 2024
Lillypad Review
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Nice home, great backyard. Comfortable home. Bathtub is unstable and wobbly-need to put in grip bar or non-slip strips before someone gets hurt. Needs a few more coffee cups.
Katie C.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debra M.
Aug 10, 2024
Enjoyed our stay in Michigan City
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
We enjoyed our stay in Michigan City. The property was easy to locate and access. It was very clean, well stocked and comfortable. It was convenient to activities/sites in the area and close to where our children were staying. The property manager was available if needed and offered good customer service. Overall, we were very happy and hope to visit again sometime.
Debra M.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Debra L M.
Jun 11, 2024
Get-a-way
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
Home away from home. Good. Bathtub not stable. Bottom of tub was like trying to walk across a swinging wooden bridge. I myself is handicap (Legs & feet). Afraid of falling through. All that stayed were lyre of the tub floor.
Debra L M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Erin&Colin A.
Aug 14, 2024
Beautiful house but a few minor issues
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
The house was stunning! Close enough to the beach that you can walk, but not a part of the main Beachwalk community. Per rental agreement, we were going to have to buy wristbands and parking passes for our stay, but when we got there, the office informed us we wouldn’t have access to the facilities because we were off main campus so we wouldn’t need to purchase those (no big deal for us!). The shower does creak when you use it and feels like you might fall through, lol. Our microwave and quite a few outlets didn’t work despite checking the breaker box, and our back door lock was broken. I did let the office know about the microwave and lock and they were able to come out same day to fix the lock! Microwave still wasn’t working when we left. Overall good stay, but a few hiccups that may need to be addressed for the next renter!
Erin&Colin A.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Lynn N.
Jul 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice home. We enjoyed a family vacation for a week. It was amazing.
Lynn N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Amy N.
Aug 20, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good time near the lake
Good amount of space for our 6 adults! Nicely decorated, lots of friendly wildlife, but still in a neighborhood. Shower is not desirable (uneven, creaky floor) but everything else was good.
Amy N.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elizabeth W.
Jun 30, 2025
Even better than advertised!
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was very happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
I can't say that vacation rentals typically exceed my expectations but this one did - it was so well stocked, so clean and cute, and so accessible to the beach especially for the price. I stayed here with 3 other adults and 4 young kids and it was the perfect size for us, especially since we spent most of our time at the beach.