House in Porter, IN
9 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
High-end valueWell priced for this area
About this house rental
Welcome to your thoughtfully designed, fully equipped getaway near Indiana Dunes National Park — perfect for families, friend groups, or anyone chasing sandy shores and tree-lined trails. Historically pet-friendly, freshly updated, and just a few minutes' walk to historic downtown Chesterton.
3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 2 living rooms with Smart TVs | Private fenced backyard with fire pit
OUTDOOR LIVING
Covered outdoor dining area, seats 8+. Adirondack chairs for lounging. Fire pit for s'mores and late-night gatherings. Private fenced-in backyard, safe and spacious for kids and pets.
INDOOR LIVING
2 Smart TVs for streaming. Dining table for meals and game nights. Books and board games for all ages.
KITCHEN
Fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, drip coffee maker, toaster, and water filter. Complimentary teas, spices, cooking basics, and knife set. Complete dishware, cookware, and flatware.
GENERAL AMENITIES
Central heating and A/C. Washer and dryer, private on the main level. Fresh linens, towels, and beach towels provided. Hair dryer. Keyless entry for easy self-check-in.
PARKING
Driveway fits up to 4 vehicles.
GUEST ACCESS
The entire home plus all listed amenities are included in your stay. I'm available by phone or message throughout your stay, and self-check-in means your time is your own.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
Check-in: 4:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out is often possible depending on same-day turnovers for a 50$ fee — just ask. Key code and instructions are sent by message the morning of arrival. Chesterton operates on Central Standard Time (CST).
ACCESSIBILITY & SAFETY NOTES
Three outdoor steps to enter the home. Main-level bedroom and bathroom available. Homes are not baby-proofed (no outlet covers, no cabinet locks, furniture not secured to walls) — guests are responsible for supervising children. Max occupancy: 9 guests.
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📌 Before You Book please note:
Primary guest must be 21 or older.
After booking, you'll verify your identity with a government-issued ID through our third-party provider.
A refundable security deposit is required before check-in. Please select "Deposit" since it is refunded after your stay. The "No Deposit" option is a one-time fee that is not refunded.
Check-in details and the access code are sent once these steps are complete.
HOUSE RULES
No smoking on the property. No parties or large gatherings. Must be 25+ to book. Report any damage during your stay.
PET POLICY
Dogs allowed, $50 fee per dog. Must be crated if left alone. Max 3 dogs, not allowed on beds or furniture. Extra cleaning or damage fees may apply for violations.
RENTAL AGREEMENT
After booking, guests will be asked to sign a standard rental agreement reflecting these house rules and booking details. Information collected is used only to coordinate your stay and is kept strictly confidential.
3 bedrooms | 2 bathrooms | 2 living rooms with Smart TVs | Private fenced backyard with fire pit
OUTDOOR LIVING
Covered outdoor dining area, seats 8+. Adirondack chairs for lounging. Fire pit for s'mores and late-night gatherings. Private fenced-in backyard, safe and spacious for kids and pets.
INDOOR LIVING
2 Smart TVs for streaming. Dining table for meals and game nights. Books and board games for all ages.
KITCHEN
Fully equipped with stainless steel appliances, drip coffee maker, toaster, and water filter. Complimentary teas, spices, cooking basics, and knife set. Complete dishware, cookware, and flatware.
GENERAL AMENITIES
Central heating and A/C. Washer and dryer, private on the main level. Fresh linens, towels, and beach towels provided. Hair dryer. Keyless entry for easy self-check-in.
PARKING
Driveway fits up to 4 vehicles.
GUEST ACCESS
The entire home plus all listed amenities are included in your stay. I'm available by phone or message throughout your stay, and self-check-in means your time is your own.
CHECK-IN / CHECK-OUT
Check-in: 4:00 PM Check-out: 10:00 AM. Early check-in or late check-out is often possible depending on same-day turnovers for a 50$ fee — just ask. Key code and instructions are sent by message the morning of arrival. Chesterton operates on Central Standard Time (CST).
ACCESSIBILITY & SAFETY NOTES
Three outdoor steps to enter the home. Main-level bedroom and bathroom available. Homes are not baby-proofed (no outlet covers, no cabinet locks, furniture not secured to walls) — guests are responsible for supervising children. Max occupancy: 9 guests.
--- Policy block (move to OwnerRez House Rules / Fees fields if those are already set up) ---
📌 Before You Book please note:
Primary guest must be 21 or older.
After booking, you'll verify your identity with a government-issued ID through our third-party provider.
A refundable security deposit is required before check-in. Please select "Deposit" since it is refunded after your stay. The "No Deposit" option is a one-time fee that is not refunded.
Check-in details and the access code are sent once these steps are complete.
HOUSE RULES
No smoking on the property. No parties or large gatherings. Must be 25+ to book. Report any damage during your stay.
PET POLICY
Dogs allowed, $50 fee per dog. Must be crated if left alone. Max 3 dogs, not allowed on beds or furniture. Extra cleaning or damage fees may apply for violations.
RENTAL AGREEMENT
After booking, guests will be asked to sign a standard rental agreement reflecting these house rules and booking details. Information collected is used only to coordinate your stay and is kept strictly confidential.
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Non-smoking
Pets allowed
Family friendly
Map of Porter, IN
Ratings and reviews
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
The upstairs gets really hot even with the portable/c unit provided 2nd tv room not very useful due to heat. Some items in description not available like personal toiletries left as notes and no travel high chair. Also no gazebo. But a plus is they have beach toys to use and the backyard is huge. Kitchen stocked to cook. The host is also great with communication. Location is PERFECT. Neighborhood is safe and quiet
8 / 10Excellent·Jul 2026
This home is very convenient to Indiana Dunes. It is stocked with everything you need in the kitchen. The stairs are steep and my 14yr old did fall once so make sure you are able to navigate stairs. Able bodied and non-clumsy people will have no problem. You can walk to get a delicious Gyro just around the corner. The train didn't bother us at all, It is an old house but it is fixed up nice. Pretty quiet for sitting right in a town. Outside patio area is nice. We are country folks but we felt safe.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
Nice place to stay. Came stocked with all the needs! Friendly neighborhood, cute small town feel. Central for our needs.
6 / 10Average·Jun 2026
The property was not as described. The photographs of the living room are outdated (the furniture pictured is not present in the home), and several of the blinds in the home were broken. The VRBO photos of the yard are not even close to representing how the yard actually looks. There were two broken Adirondack chairs and some lawn furniture covered in plastic. The canopy/gazebo was lying broken in the front yard (this was not a new problem, as it was mentioned in a previous review). The yard was weedy and unkempt. The fence was broken; a small dog would have escaped through the hole in the fence. The front porch was dirty and uninviting. The neighborhood is not kept up. One of the adjacent houses was especially run down and had several broken down cars out front. Upon arrival, the front door was unlocked, which was quite unsettling. There was a sign posted on the inside of the front door staring that we should not lock the door, which was weird and seemed like a bad idea. Fortunately, a message to "Eddi" was quickly answered and "Eddi" told me to disregard the sign and go ahead and lock the door from the inside. I appreciated the quick replies from "Eddi," but it was clear this was a person or AI entity who has never actually been inside the house. Positive notes: The house was clean on the inside. Clean towels and bed linens. Well stocked kitchen. Internet and TVs worked well. Easy drive to downtown Chesterton and to beaches.
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9.6Outstanding
(74 Ratings)
"The upstairs gets really hot even with the portable/c unit provided 2nd tv room not very useful due to heat. Some items in description not available like personal toiletries left as notes and no trave..."
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