Title: Kayaks & Fire Pits: Waterfront Portage Getaway! - 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 # Kayaks & Fire Pits: Waterfront Portage Getaway! Cottage with free parking, near Indiana Dunes National Park ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102940000/102933200/102933178/1634fca2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102940000/102933200/102933178/4bfe999e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102940000/102933200/102933178/9b917f70.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102940000/102933200/102933178/74cc8b2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/103000000/102940000/102933200/102933178/1d69911c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Kayaks & Fire Pits: Waterfront Portage Getaway! provides a playground and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102497 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## 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. ### Kayaks & Fire Pits: Waterfront Portage Getaway! Cottage with free parking, near Indiana Dunes National Park This smoke-free cottage features barbecue grills, free self parking, and free WiFi in public areas. The cottage provides a kitchen with an oven, a stovetop, a microwave, and a dishwasher. 3 bathrooms, a TV, and a ceiling fan are among the other amenities available to guests. Air-conditioned accommodations at this cottage offer irons/ironing boards and ceiling fans. Accommodations at this 3-star cottage have kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, cookware/dishes/utensils, and dishwashers. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Parking and transportation - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Family friendly - Free crib - Playground ### Kitchen - Blender - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Ice maker - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry detergent ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3010000/3003800/3003772/4627aecb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Comfort Inn & Suites Porter near Indiana Dunes Chesterton - Pool - Hot tub - Breakfast included - Parking included 8.0 Very good 1,003 reviews CA $141 CA $158 total includes taxes & fees Nov 6 - Nov 7 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-06&endDate=2025-11-07&selected=3003772&PinnedHotelID=3003772&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78350000/78347000/78346907/95fb6968.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cozy Log Cabin Near Indiana Dunes & Lake Michigan! 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Cottage 3 Mi to Lake Michigan: Lakefront Portage Home! Portage 3 Mi to Lake Michigan: Lakefront Portage Home! Cottage Portage ## About the area Portage is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Gary SouthShore RailCats SteelYard or Brown Field. 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Founders' Square Park is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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