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A spacious kitchen with a large island, wooden flooring, and a fireplace.
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, a wooden floor, and a central island.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
A house with a deck, a covered patio, and a front door.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Spa

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Washington Park Zoo
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Michigan City

This cottage places you next to Lake Michigan and within a few miles (5 km) of other popular attractions like Indiana Dunes National Park. The cottage includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Stop 2 Beach - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Washington Park Beach - 10 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Washington Park Zoo - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Sheridan Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Blue Chip Casino - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 4 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 6 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 50 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Family Express - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach

Colfax Cottage
3 Bedrooms | 3.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6
A Charming Retreat Just Steps from Sheridan Beach

Welcome to Colfax Cottage, your perfect beach getaway! Located just half a block from Sheridan Beach, this beautifully designed home offers a bright, open layout with plenty of space for relaxing, dining, and making memories—both indoors and out.

BEDROOM SETUP
Main Level

Bedroom 1 – King bed with an attached en-suite bathroom (walk-in shower)
Powder Room
Laundry Room
Second Level

Bedroom 2 – Queen bed with an attached en-suite bathroom (walk-in shower)
Bedroom 3 – Two twin beds with an attached en-suite bathroom (full bath)

INDOOR GATHERING SPACES
Colfax Cottage offers an open-concept living area, perfect for cozy evenings by the fireplace or unwinding with a good book. The fully equipped kitchen and dining area provide plenty of seating, making meal prep and shared dinners a breeze.

Want to bring the outdoors in? Step onto the deck and discover a second living space—a sunny retreat where you can soak up the fresh lake air.

OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACES
The expansive deck serves as your outdoor family room, complete with comfortable seating, dining tables, and a gas grill—ideal for barbecues and evening relaxation.

HOUSE AMENITIES
Entertainment: Smart TV, Wi-Fi
Convenience: Linens, towels, laundry room
Beach Gear: Wagon for easy beach trips
Outdoor Features: Large patio, gas grill
Comfort: Main-level bedroom for easy access

LOCATION – SHERIDAN BEACH, MICHIGAN CITY, IN
Colfax Cottage is centrally located in Michigan City, one of the most sought-after vacation spots on Lake Michigan! Enjoy easy access to:
Sheridan Beach – Just a short stroll away
Local Orchards – Pick apples or blueberries in season
Art & Shopping District – Discover antiques and unique boutiques
Blue Chip Casino – Dine, unwind at the spa, or enjoy a night out
New Buffalo Wineries – Book a tour and sip your way through wine country

PARKING
Driveway parking for 2 cars (please park only in designated spaces)
No street parking allowed

HOUSE RULES
No smoking or vaping indoors
No pets
No parties, including proms, bachelor/bachelorette events
No fireworks
Minimum rental age: 25 (Guest must be present for the entire stay)

PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED FOR PEACE OF MIND
Enjoy a hassle-free stay with our professional management team. Our front desk, housekeeping, and maintenance staff are available to ensure your vacation is seamless.

Book your stay at Colfax Cottage and experience a relaxing, sun-filled getaway just steps from the beach!
The cottage is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 3.5 bathrooms, and a balcony or patio. There's space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can expect free WiFi and a TV with a DVD player and Netflix. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

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Exterior
Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa
Michigan City
  • Spa
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
  • Air conditioning
8.4 out of 10, Very Good, 2,262 reviews
$119 nightly
The price is $133
Sep 8 - Sep 9
Total with taxes and fees
Blue Chip Casino Hotel and Spa

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Full-service spa

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Limited onsite parking (max 3 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 3.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Netflix
  • Streaming services
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Gas grill
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Concierge services
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing 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)

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

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at 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

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

3BR Beach Cottage Steps Sandy Shores
1531-109870
3BR Beach Steps Sandy Shores
3BR Beach Cottage Steps to the Sandy Shores of Lake Michigan

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this cottage?

This cottage is located in Michigan City, just steps from Lake Michigan and Stop 2 Beach, and within a short walk of Washington Park Beach. You'll also find Washington Park Zoo and Sheridan Beach less than a mile away.

Is there parking available at Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach?

Yes, though there is a max of 3 spaces. You'll find a max of limited parking spaces.

Is there a spa at this cottage?

There is a full-service spa at this available for guests to enjoy at this cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach a good place to stay for couples?

There are many amenities for couples at this cottage, including a fireplace, a fireplace in some cottage, as well as a full-service spa.

Are there hot tubs at Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach?

No, this cottage doesn't have a spa tub.

Does this cottage include breakfast service?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Are there connecting rooms at Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Where is the closest airport to this cottage?

The closest major airport to this cottage is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is about 30 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach?

Yes, every cottage at Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach comes with a patio.

Beach Cottage just steps to Lake Michigan's Sheridan Beach Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 44 out of 55 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 55 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 55 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 55 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 55 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Laura S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

AbdulRahman B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time with our 2 young kids. Plenty of space and very clean/modern interior. Will definitely try to book again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Perfect location. Close to the beach
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Awesome stay

Location of the Colfax cottage is great. Beach access is right around the corner. All you would need for a great stay.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great weekend getaway

Wonderful stay, very relaxing. Location was perfect. We will be looking into coming back
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Becky U.

Lovely home

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: Great get away go my family of 4. Close to the beach. The house was lovely.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Annie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage next to lake

Would recommend! Perfect budget friendly cottage for a stay next to the beach. We loved the beach wagon provided. However no beach chairs or beach towels, so bring your own. Quick drive into new Buffalo to check out Michigan.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane E.

Clean & welcoming beach house

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 were coming in from out of town for the weekend and received the call that our rental was no longer available because of a gas leak, but this company was professional and already had another property available for the weekend and quickly moved us to the new location and I would say it was a great location and beautiful cottage and would definitely not only recommend but will likely book this cottage when we are back in town.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Perfect Family Getaway

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was clean. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Everything was pretty great- i will say, i did expect it to be cleaner when we got there. We have twin 1yr olds and i/they found all kinds of stuff under the table and on the carpet.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Our "Lake House" for More Than a Decade

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 have rented this house for more than a decade. We have dealt with various rental companies to book this house for our summer vacations. I think Beachwalk is doing a great job of managing our booking and keeping the house clean and ready for us.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and nice layout. Just needs some TLC requiring light maintenance and repairs. Old smart TV in living area that requires updating. Numerous light bulbs out. Lock box should be mounted and not hung on the door handle. It can easily be stolen and opened elsewhere. A keypad entry lock makes more sense. Shower heads should be replaced with an adjusted spray unit. Somebody needs to provide a more critical eye on the condition of the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kyle K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean fairly quiet place. Its a carriage home with a huge beach house in front. Would stay again. Thanks.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Anita Horn R.

Lovely cottage, very clean and cozy, short walk to beach

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Recommend including a pic looking directly from door toward house that is between lake and Colfax Cottage. Otherwise, pics are a bit deceiving as they leave the impression that there is an unobstructed view from the door, rather than a big house. Thank you for supplying firewood. In off season, consider stocking as a routine courtesy. Door lock was problematic but mgmt and maintenance were very responsive.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Colfax Cottage

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 had the best experience at Colfax Cottage. The property is lovely and well stocked with all the utensils we needed for the week. The beach is a short walk from the cottage. The neighborhood is quiet and safe.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Tiffany C.

Could have been better

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was very clean. 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: Downstairs Bed was terrible. Mattress was sunken in and very uncomfortable. Only one entrance and exit. Not a good safety designOuter Door lock was very hard to lock and unlockToilet was hard to flushOther than those negatives, the house was nice. Close to beach. Fully stocked.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette H.

Return vacationer

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: The cottage was very clean and nicely appointed. The kitchen was well stocked. I would stay here again!
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Dana Z.

Cute house but Did Not Meet Expectations

Rating Details: The property manager was more than helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was happy with the location. I was somewhat dissatisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I do not recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: We were satisfied overall but have a few complaints. The TVs were inoperable because there were no batteries in the remote so at 8:45pm we drove out to the gas station (come to find out it closes at 9pm). We tried calling the phone number and no one answered. The deck furniture is missing despite what it shows in the picture on the listing. 2 out of 3 rows in the grill did not light (probably clogged). The deck faces the front of another house, which doesn't feel private. The upstairs mattresses are very firm, my friends found them to be uncomfortable. The only view is of houses closely situated all around you. The place was quite clean though.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE M.

MI Rental

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: Great property in a great location. Very clean and had everything we needed!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

megan q.

Colfax Cottage

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: First off- we LOVE the Colfax Cottage. We've been staying every year for the last few years. I have ZERO complaints but do have feedback. The place needs a bit of an update. The rugs in the bathroom need a good washing, the blankets have stains, the guest blanket has a huge rip in it. The light bulbs dont all work. I honestly love it so much though that i couldn't bring myself to complain about it while we were there. It just needs a little more love. When we go for two weeks we try to keep it very clean but there isn't a vacuum. Yes there is in the closet but to be honest, it is worthless. It doesn't even pick up sand. I asked the cleaner mid week and she agreed.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Ann M.

Colfax Cottage stay

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: Perfect experience. Beautiful, clean home near the beach. Thank you!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Sherri D.

Great location

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was clean. 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: Great location ! Only got 2 towels per bathroom. Had to take the trash at the end of the stay. Kitchen refrigerator wasn’t working properly so your food got wet. The master shower had mold on the tile. You are paying for location so that part was amazing. Needed cleaned up and a few things taken care of . Over all not a bad experience just not what I expected for $3k a week
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jewel H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Family get away

Went online to VRBO upon recommendation from a family member. Searched for a 3-bedroom , 3-bath rental house.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Fabulous Place to Stay

I totally loved the experience. The house was perfect. My husband and I slept on the mainfloor and my daughter and her family slept upstairs. We were close to the beach and our deck was very private. I plan on renting that same cottage every summer indefinitely. It was wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect friends weekend

We had a great time staying here for a long weekend. The location was perfect and the house was very comfortable. With a couple exceptions it was very clean. We would highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

Beach Front Vacation

Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our stay was great. Close to the beach the home had all the things we were looking for. The only issues we had was a running toilet in the master bathroom . Also the beach umbrella did not work that was in the closet under the stairs.