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Pool
Terrace/patio
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
5 bedrooms, in-room safe, WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 142300 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Washington Park Beach
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Blue Chip Casino
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪49 min drive‬

Room options

About the neighborhood

Michigan City

This vacation home places you next to Sand Castle Park and Waterfall Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a balcony.
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What's nearby

  • Sheridan Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
  • Washington Park Beach - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
  • Blue Chip Casino - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
  • Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 5 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Michigan City Station - 5 min drive
  • Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 12 min drive
  • South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN) - 51 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪William B's Steakhouse - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works Co - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Hacienda Mexican Restaurant - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬5 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.

One hour & 15 minutes from Chicago! Create family traditions at Big Red!

Big Red was built in 2015 by Cornerstone Builders. Big Red has an open floor plan with many upgrades including a six burner gas wolf range and subzero refrigerator with a spacious dining area both in and out on the screened porch.

The open kitchen allows for big gatherings with lots of counter top for many cooks to be in the kitchen! The gas grill is located conveniently off the eat in screened porch and great for morning breakfast and coffee. Big Red is next to the kiddie playground and is surrounded by beautiful tall oak trees up on a hill, and presents a very private setting.

There are 5 bedrooms including 3 queen beds and 2 bedrooms with 2 sets of bunks.


The home sleeps 14 comfortably and there is room to include additional mattresses or cots.

Two of the Queen bedrooms have flat screens for TV viewing and a door that leads out to the 2nd floor deck with comfortable outdoor furniture for star gazing.


Big Red is equipped with 4 full bathrooms, 1 of the bathrooms has a full bathtub and the rest are showers.

Big Red has a laundry room with full size facilities.

Big Red's family room is amazing with a large screen TV and cozy fireplace and enough seating for all! It's truly a home to create family traditions!

The upstairs has a Jack and Jill bathroom between two of the queen rooms.


Downstairs is a quiet room with comfy sofa's and chairs, and plenty of beach gear, toys, games and sports gear.

Big Red comes with a matching golf cart to drive the family down to beautiful lake michigan or just to tour around and enjoy the view!

Ammenities include full size pool, basketball courts, volley ball courts, multitple playgrounds, paddle boats and kayaks

Parking for two regular size cars. SUV’s and additional cars park in overflow lot a few houses down block.


The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen, 4 bathrooms, and a balcony, and there's space to spread out with 5 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find a Smart TV with a DVD player. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a fireplace, and a coffee maker.

Property manager

Jonathan

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Safe

Things to do

  • Kayak
  • Tennis

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: 2,300 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 10:30 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • 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.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Michigan City, just steps from Sand Castle Park and Waterfall Park, and within a short walk of Lake Kai. You'll also find Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park within a short drive.

Will I be able to park at this vacation home?

Yes, there is a garage.

Is this vacation home associated with a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What do couples enjoy most about One hour & 15 minutes from Chicago! Create family traditions at Big Red!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a kitchen, and a smart TV.

Does One hour & 15 minutes from Chicago! Create family traditions at Big Red! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home provide breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

Are there connecting rooms at this vacation home?

No, there aren't connecting rooms at this vacation home.

What is the closest airport to this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is South Bend Intl. Airport (SBN), which is about 29.4 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies at One hour & 15 minutes from Chicago! Create family traditions at Big Red!?

Yes, every accommodation at One hour & 15 minutes from Chicago! Create family traditions at Big Red! comes with a balcony.

One hour & 15 minutes from Chicago! Create family traditions at Big Red! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 29 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Racheal F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect for 3 Families

We have been traveling to Beachwalk for years. This was our first time renting at Big Red. The space was perfect for our 3 families (14 people) with kids ranging from 7-14. It was conveniently located right next to the park. We had some minor inconveniences pop-up after arrival (light bulbs, batteries, low tire issue on the golf cart). The host was prompt to respond and assisted with correcting the concerns and even offered us to stay an extra day for the inconvenience. Although we weren’t able to stay, we were able to make our checkout a little later which was a wonderful option. Thank you JR & Theresa for hosting us.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marcy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great time at Big Red

We loved our stay at Big Red. Highly recommend for a large group.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Connie M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for families

We had a great week staying at Big Red. Plenty of room for large families (12 in our group ranging in age 1-67) to share meals, cook, play games or just hangout. Kitchen is very large, updated and well stocked. The owner was close by and very quick to respond when asked a question. Lots to offer for all ages.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laurie A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Red Get Away

Beautiful home close to the beach and pool. The kids enjoyed going to the park daily. Lots of close activities nearby, zoo, outlet mall, botanical gardens. Enjoyed our stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kathy C.

Liked: Cleanliness

A good time was had by all.

The property suited our family admirably. The large kitchen/living room we used a great deal and it was very comfortable. The kids enjoyed the games available in the game chest.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jamie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A wonderful family trip!

We absolutely loved staying at Big Red! The house was perfect for our family - grandparents, parents + 3 kids. The location is perfect (next to the park) and the house is comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. The owners were easily accessible and very quick to respond to anything we needed. We’ll be staying again next year!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Joan W.

Liked: Cleanliness

A fine family time at the beach!

We were a party of 7, ranging from 2 to 74 - and we had a great time being together. We used the golf cart or walked to and from the beach ( a 10 minute walk at most), swam, cooked, ate, read, etc. The 2-year old loved being right next door to the playground (and the golf cart!). We took short trips to Sawyer, the Botanical Gardens, the local movie theater, and the Casino, but mostly took it VERY easy. Michigan City is easily reached from Midway Airport too. The kitchen is very well stocked for cooking; the house is very clean; there are many beach towels, etc. and the house sleeps 14!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great House

We really enjoyed our stay at Big Red! The owner lives nearby and was very communicative and helpful before and throughout our stay. The location is great and having access to the golfcart was extra convenient. It was really nice having a place with so many beds and bathrooms for several families to stay together for a reunion. Highly recommend, and we hope to be back again in the future!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Judy D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at Bug Red

The house is amazing. The kitchen was very well equipped. We brought our own kitchen aid mixer and discovered they had one. Coffee maker and Keurig were there Two sizes of crock pots. Sharp knives. Great appliances. We used the washer and dryer we brought our own detergent but they some there. The screened in porch was great. Everyone loved the golf cart. The beds were nice lots of towels were there. We had 8 people 2 were small children. The deck on the second floor was beautiful but we did not utilize it. The host was on site and very kind and nice Thanks for a good reunion
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Awesome house.

House was very well taken care of and is an amazing vacation home.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dev N.

Liked: Cleanliness

We loved Big Red

This was a great family house. Huge open kitchen, dining and family room. We spent hours on the shady, screened in porch. Everything worked well and was very clean. The owners were super responsive. The area is perfect for multigenerational families. You never have to get in your car! We walked or took the golf cart everywhere. At night, the whole neighborhood is filled with families sitting around a campfire. It’s such a happy, peaceful place!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renee B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great vacation

This home was more than we could ask for. Everything is right there within the resort. The house was clean and big enough for everyone to have their own space. We would love to come back and stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lia G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great house in a fun area

We enjoyed our stay at Big Red. The house has a great Kentucky Derby theme with cool art and mementos. The neighborhood is a golf cart vacation rental community with a pool, a lake with a small beach and easy access to Lake Michigan across the street from the community. The house has a nice layout with a big living room and nice sized kitchen and dining area and a screened porch that has tables for additional seating that we really enjoyed. The bathroom situation is a little odd -- 4 full baths total but one is in the basement and one on first floor. There are only 2 bathroom upstairs that all 5 bedrooms share. Lots of towels, including beach towels and a nice laundry room. We loved having the golf cart to zip around the neighborhood. JR is very responsive and quickly got back to us with what we needed. House was mostly well stocked. We needed to ask for a broom and the only vacuum was a roomba that no one could figure out -- a regular vacuum or a nice broom with dust pan would be nice. The area is neat -- we enjoyed Washington Park zoo, free Thursday evening concert in the park, the friendship Botanical garden and the Dunes state park.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jeff S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at Big Red!

Family trip with a bunch of kids and adults. Big Red was the perfect place for us.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dennis R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family vacation for 14 od us

Wonderful!! Plenty of sleep area & quiet get away space with front porch chairs, long screened back porch, balcony.. Amenities- pool, beach, private fishing pier (no license needed & the fish & snapping turtle), sand volleyball, golf cart. Host was the best!! Kathy
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rhonda D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Red - Great Family Vacation!!

Big Red was everything we wanted for a family vacation! The house was beautiful and had all the extras. Make sure you read the description. The house has games, kayak, scooters, floaties, beach towels, laundry soap, etc. We brought way more than we needed. There is a nice grocery store 5-10 minutes away with reasonable prices. The rental came with a golf cart which was so nice to ride around and go to the beach, which is right around the corner. I would recommend it you have more than 5 people, rent another golf cart.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness

Great quick getaway

Big Red was perfect for our extended family getaway. It had plenty of space. JR was very responsive with any questions I had. I would highly recommend staying here.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Place. Owner is amazing!

Clean...perfect> would highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mike C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Family Vacation!

Great family vacation! Ages 6-57 all had a great time!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Matthew D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceeded our expectations

I could not say enough good things about this house and the owner! We had a wonderful week at "Big Red". The house and its amenties were exactly as advertised (if not nicer). The house was clean and stocked full of toys for the kids, movies for the family, and beach supplies. JR took great care of us and we had a family vacation that we won't soon forget. Thank you JR!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Lisa S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic Indiana

My family and I spent the most wonderful five days at "Big Red." I had never been to Michigan City, Indiana, and didn't know what to expect. The area where the house is situated is ideal. It is a "neighborhood" of colorful summer homes, each having their own unique name. The area has a big pool for the guests and is really close to the beach. I loved the convenience of the golf cart for these quick 1-5 minute trips to swim, play in the sand, or to get ice cream. "Big Red" is also right next to a kids park, which our three little ones loved. It was a great way to fill in the gaps between the outings and naps. The house was clean, spacious, had a great kitchen, and comfortable living room, where we all could hang out and relax. The rooms slept everyone just fine and the closets/dressers were big enough for all our clothes. There are also plenty of bathrooms on the different levels of the house. JR is a superb host. He made some fun recommendations, including music in the park and restaurants. He responded very quickly and is nearby, if you need him to assist with anything. I would be thrilled if my family is able to go to this home every year. It felt like the kind of idyllic summer vacation you always remember.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Julie S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Many, Many pros but a few cons

First, let us say that Jonathan was an excellent host. He was responsive, communicative both through VRBO and via text when our visit began. When we arrived we noticed that some of the beds had light sand in them likely wrapped up in the dryer.. There were hairs on pillowcases. One of the comforters was also dirty - dog hair? When we made Jonathan aware of the problem he offered immediately to send the cleaning crew out but since our rooms were already unpacked and we had "moved in, we declined. We so appreciated the offer. Pros: The house is amazing for larger groups. Upstairs has two rooms with double bunks and then there are 3 rooms with queens. The family living space is huge and fantastic. The outdoor deck for dining off the kitchen in the screened porch was bug free and perfect to being outside without being outside. The kitchen is stocked and ready for cooking for large groups. Almost every kitchen pot, pan and utensil you would need. I'd bring your own oil if you really want to cook....there were just a smattering of salts, peppers and seasonings. Having access to a golf cart in the very kid-friendly community of homes was a huge plus and highlight for our family. The cart ran smoothly and was easily recharged. After a day at the beach, the hose out front was perfect for washing off sandy feet. House seems to have been renovated in last 5 years or so and the paint colors and applicances and bathroom amenities were top notch. Also, bonus...no squeaky floors! Decent selection of games and a bonus piano if someone in your group wants to perform some Elton John covers... Cons: There was no master bath so one hallway bathroom is for the bunk rooms and 1 queen room. Potentially 10 people. The other two queen rooms are connected by a Jack and Jill galley style bathroom with no divider space between sinks, showers and toilet. Despite trying multiple times, we could not get the gas grill outside to heat up past 250 degrees -- even with all 4 burners on. The beds are starting to show their age. Seems like the life of the beds was trying to be extended by adding mattress toppers, but really didn't work. When you are in bed with someone else and they move or get up....the bed squeaks and moves - not conducive to a great night of vacation sleep. We thought it was just the bed in one of the queen rooms but comparing notes at breakfast indicated it was more than one bed. Many. many pros, but a few cons...
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Patrick F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay at Big Red

Had a wonderful experience staying at Big Red for 4 nights! Great location, Great amenities, great property! The owner was extremely responsive and helpful. The property was clean and private. Golf cart was great to use around the neighborhood and bring the families to the beach. Also close to tons of hiking trails among the state and national parks! We look forward to returning in the future!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deb J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Loved Big Red

Property was beautiful! Very clean and well stocked. Golf cart came in very handy. The communication with the home owner was excellent and prompt. I highly recommend this property to anyone. We will be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Terry H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Big Red is the perfect family vaca place

The Big Red House is the perfect place to have a family vacation! Plenty of bed and bath space. The kitchen is large with first-class appliances. The laundry room has big appliances for those large loads in case it's needed. There's plenty of sitting areas from the front porch to the two decks across the back of the house. They overlook a nice tree line making it feel secluded. The grill worked great. There's even a little fire pit in the front. The house is next to a common play ground our kids really liked when we weren't using the golf cart to go to the beach. A small lake for free kayaking and water boards along with the pool, a little fishing pier and snack shack is within a couple of blocks, an easy stroll from The Big Red. The owner was quickly available when we had questions. Lots of toys, games and movies available in the house. Our family group loved it!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020