Welcome to M&M Dune Cottage, a charming 1930s vintage beachside retreat. Step out of your front door and onto the sand path that leads to Sheridan Beach. Enjoy twin patios with sunny windows and a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances like a 'Steam Clean' dishwasher.
Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Vintage Beachside Cottage
Vintage Beachside Cottage: • Beachside - No roads to cross over! • 4 Bedrooms • 2 Full bathrooms • Fully equipped kitchen • New furniture & colors! • Nice sized living & dining rooms • Buffet area w/extra seating • Twin patios & lots of sunny windows • High capacity Central A/C with enhanced filtration
NOTE: Holiday weekends and the entire month of July require at least a 3 night stay.
M&M Dune Cottage is a vintage, 1930's Sheridan Beach original. So, if you're looking for a place with character and can live with all of the rough edges that come with staying in a 80+ year old cottage built on sand, we're the perfect choice for your fun in the sun!
Simply, walk out your front door to step onto the sand path. It leads to the world's most beautiful beach - Sheridan Beach!
Just a stroll down the beach… • The historic Lighthouse with its Promenade • The Michigan City Zoo & award winning Washington Park.
Like to shop, boat or play... Visit the nearby Lighthouse Outlet Mall, the Downtown Art district with its fun Restaurants & Pubs, the Blue Chip Casino and the local marina with ramps and transient slips - just a quick 5 minute drive away.
An easy vacation for young families wanting to create a lifetime of memories, and for those who are looking to reconnect. Great for a large family, or two smaller ones. Well suited for family gatherings & craft groups, too.
Comfortably sleeps eight... • 2 bedrooms each with 2 Twin Beds • 1 Bedroom has a Twin over a Full Bed • 1 Bedroom has a Queen Bed Note: Bed linens & Bath towels are provided
House items... • High capacity central air conditioning system designed to handle hot summer days. • High speed internet and WIFI service upgraded for Summer 2022 - supported by Comcast’s newly installed wiring all the way from their trunk line into the cottage and connected to their newest broadband modem. • SmartTV to stream your member accounts • DVD player & scores of DVD movies
Health & Safety... • KIDDE smoke & CO2 detectors • Fire extinguisher • Allergy pillow & mattress covers • Newer furnace & central air system • Interior tested: No mold issue • Cottage set back off road • Rear entrance has one step • Front entrance has 3 steps to patio +1 step into cottage • Emergency numbers on fridge • First-Aid Kit • Flashlights & extra household lightbulbs
Parking... Nearby, day/night free public parking spaces are readily available on Colfax, Lake & California Avenues, most days of the Summer. It'll take a bit more effort on holiday & event weekends
Bring your suits, sandals, suntan lotion, and a good book!
Important Note: Like all area cottages, M&M Dune Cottage is separated from the lake by a naturally created, government protected dune. The pathways over the dune are marked & continually managed to keep their heights as low as possible. Last season, there were ‘easy walk’ board-walk mats placed out on two of the three beach paths adjacent to the cottage. There's a flat boardwalk in Washington Park.
Please remember to read all beach cautions (especially about riptides) and supervise children. Thank you!
FOR ADDED COVID SAFETY: • We’ve extended the work hours of our 5 Star Housekeeping team to provide the additional time necessary to perform enhanced cleaning procedures. • We use ‘Hospital Grade’ disinfectant solutions. • The newer dishwasher has a Steam Cycle for better sanitization. • You’ll receive a large quantity of ‘Hospital Grade’ disinfectant wipes your use on hard surfaces at the cottage. • Also provided are compact hand sanitizers to take with you to the beach, zoo or anywhere else your vacation takes you. • Brand new rolls of paper towels, toilet tissue and kitchen sponges are provided for each stay. • The interior has been tested for mold - no issues. • In addition to the full complement of freshly laundered linens and towels, all mattresses and bed pillows have allergy liners.
Keyword: Beach Cottage; Lake Cottage; Lake House; Lake Michigan Cottage; Warren Dunes, Indiana Dunes; Dune Cottage; MC Cottage; Michigan City Cottage; National Lakeshore
Property amenities
Ski
Cross-country skiing nearby
Internet
Available in the cottage: WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
Books
DVD player
Games
TV
Video library
Outdoor areas
Charcoal grill
Patio
Laundry
Dryer
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Note from host: Outdoors, only. Please dispose of any butts.
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Limited housekeeping
Phone
Location highlights
Near a zoo
Near the marina
Things to do
Casino nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Horseback riding nearby
Jet skiing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Snorkelling nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Water skiing nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Windsurfing nearby
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)
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
Rules
After acceptance, a detailed rental agreement will be sent for your review & signature.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: $50.00 ea. for well behaved dogs
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Supervise children at all times.
Events
No events allowed
No high school related parties or events.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Outdoors, only. Please dispose of any butts.
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No high school related parties or events.
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 cottage is near theme parks. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Washington Park Zoo and Oasis Splash Pad are also worth visiting. Enjoy the area's slopes with cross-country skiing, and don't miss out on the sledging. Visit our Michigan City travel guide
Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Vintage Beachside Cottage ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Vintage Beachside Cottage ?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Vintage Beachside Cottage ?
Checkout is at 12:00 PM.
Where is Vintage Beachside Cottage located?
Situated in Michigan City, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Stop 2 Beach, Lake Michigan, and Blue Chip Casino. Indiana Dunes National Park is 2.8 mi (4.5 km) away. Michigan City Station is 22 minutes by foot.
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Vintage Beachside Cottage Reviews
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My family has a long history at Michigan City and the Fourth of July week is a common time for family reunion events. My biggest concern going into the trip was the heat wave, the AC in the house did not disappoint. We would stay there again!
This charming bungalow is exactly as described ! We enjoyed our stay & Brian was available to answer any questions that came up during our visit. Lake Michigan is always amazing - this home made our time there even better.
The hosts were amazing to work with and had great communication. The cottage was beautiful and so close to the beach. It had everything you need for a perfect beach getaway! Planning on coming back next summer!
This was an older cottage but really loved it! It was clean and had just about anything you could want available to you. Plenty of room for 8 people and Lake Michigan beach just a short walk away!
We had a great stay at this vintage cottage. The property was exactly as described and at a great location. The cottage was a short walk over the dune to the beach. It had everything we needed for a short stay on beach. Dunebillies never disappoints for breakfast and Shoreline Brewery for beers and dinnner was great!
This place is a little vintage which made it perfect for a place by the beach. My family has been staying up here for over 40 years. Our first time at this location and it was so nostalgic, an aged cottage with the perfect amount of space and all the supplies we needed. Brian shared so much information that allowed our stay to match all of our other amazing visits to the East side of Lake Michigan. 10/10 would stay here again!!
Great location next to wonderful beach. Reasonable amenities were included in a much smaller than expected "vintage" house. Four bedrooms that were squeezed in were at the expense of closets and a washer and dryer.
Our second stay at the cottage and we loved it again. Location is amazing. Short walk to the beach (I'd recommend the more public path a block down, as it is an easier walk.) We had 3 cars and no parking issues at all. House was great! 4 bedrooms so everyone had their space. Good-sized kitchen for preparing meals and it has all the pans you'd need. Dining room table easily seats six or you can sit out on the patio. Washington Park is also a short walk and you are close to the outlets and downtown Michigan City.We are already talking about our next trip back.
This cottage is perfect for families / friends who want to enjoy the beach! Plenty of space for our group of 6, comfortable bedrooms and living space, 2 bathrooms, an awesome kitchen, and space outside for drying towels and swimsuits to head back to the beach the next day. Just walk over the dune to be on the beach - no roads to cross or parking hassles. Easy! I contacted the owner once to ask a silly question during our stay and the response was immediate. Outstanding communication throughout. Would recommend!!
Vintage Beachside Cottage was a delight! We loved our time there, mere steps from Lake Michigan. The bedside lamps in one of the bedrooms were not working, and Brian ordered and had delivered the next day a remote that was needed to operate them. Then they worked perfectly. The well-maintained, heart pine (I suspect from the age of the cottage) wood floors felt so good under our feet. Loved all the windows that let in so much natural light and the shaded patio where we relaxed and were able to eat. We would stay again.
We love staying at this vintage cottage. The location is perfect! This home has just about everything you need for your visit. Thank you for a wonder stay.
We had a wonderful stay in this cottage, and found it to be perfectly equipped for our girls trip. The location is wonderful, just steps from the beach, and we hope to return in a future summer.
We loved the location of the property the most. It is right on the path to the beach. The house is stocked with everything you need and everything was clean. It’s an old house but kept tidy.
Melanie N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle B.
4 Aug 2018
A perfect family getaway
We had a fabulous time! This quaint cottage is steps from the beach and is located in a private, cozy setting. There was plenty of room for six of us (actually had beds to sleep eight), and the front patio area was a perfect place to enjoy morning coffee, play cards and chat. We enjoyed every minute of our stay. Thank you for making this a family vacation filled with great memories.
Girlfriend reunion. Loved the location and the beach access. Walked to Washington Park, visited the outlet mall when it rained, beautiful sunsets every night.
Thanks so much for sharing your cozy cottage!
FANTASTIC location! Short walk to the beautiful Sheridan beach. This home is very well equipped with everything you need for your stay. The owner, Brian, was very responsive with any questions and recommendations. We did a pick up order from Al’s supermarket nearby. We watched the amazing sunset at 8 pm every night. Our group was a girls trip of 6 ladies, so it was nice that everyone got their own bed. The only challenge was the creaky floors and doors in the middle of the night and the 2 bathrooms being right next to each other. I’d recommend bringing some sound machines. Overall, loved this quaint little cottage and made wonderful memories here. Would definitely stay again!
House is perfectly located if you want to spend your time on the beach, but is also comfortable enough to spend a rainy day in it. 4 bedrooms, 2 baths. Kitchen is nicely sized with counter space and a full-size fridge. Living area has a comfy couch and dining room table. Front porch has table and chairs along with space to drop your beach chairs and coolers. I'd recommend walking the short block down to the more public beach access, as the plastic handicap accessible walkway is easier to walk up when carrying coolers and chairs. Beach was great. We would definitely rent again.
An adorable and comfy home with AMAZING proximity to everything and then some. The hosts were so communicative and kind. Overall, 10/10 would recommend!
We enjoyed another easy, fun beach stay at the dune cottage with two children, our dog, and a family guest. Plenty of room in the home and all the amenities that you need to enjoy time on the beach and to explore the area.
Loved our stay at this cute beach cottage! Tucked away in a quiet spot on a sandy path to the beach, we walked to the beach every day and really appreciated the beach chairs. The cozy front patio was perfect for morning coffee, reading and playing cards. In the evening we were just minutes away from great restaurants for dinner. Owners were great to work with and very responsive.