Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes | House in Chesterton

9.2 (17 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   5 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  16 Guests  Stay&Play
Chesterton House | Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes

5 Bedroom House in Chesterton

Welcome to your perfect getaway in Chesterton, Indiana—an updated, pet-friendly rental home just minutes from the Indiana Dunes National Park and close to Valparaiso University. This spacious, thoughtfully designed retreat offers the charm of a quiet neighborhood with the convenience of modern amenities.
Unlike many homes in the area, this property experiences minimal train noise, so you can enjoy your stay in peace without the constant sounds that may affect other rentals nearby.
🏡 Property Highlights:
4 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms | 3 Living Areas with 3 Smart TVs
2 King Beds + Queen and Twin Options + Queen Airbed
Game Room with Foosball, Air Hockey, Arcade Machine
Bar Area in the Basement – adults-only hangout zone
Outdoor Dining Area on a Covered Porch
Newly Updated Interior with Modern Furnishings
Pet-Friendly with Fenced-In Backyard
High Chair and Crib Provided
📍 Prime Location:
A few minutes’ walk to historic Chesterton Downtown (shops, wineries, dining)
4 miles to Indiana Dunes National Park & the beach
10 minutes to Valparaiso University
Close to local attractions like Thomas Centennial Park, Running Vines Winery, Octave Grill, and Coffee Creek Park
🛋️ Indoor Living Spaces:
Enjoy a flowing layout with three distinct living areas, all furnished with cozy couches, beautiful lighting, and three Smart TVs with streaming capabilities. Whether you’re hosting movie night, reading in a quiet nook, or playing games with friends, there’s a spot for everyone.
🎮 Basement Game Room & Bar:
A fully finished basement adds a new level of fun:
Foosball Table
Air Hockey Table
Arcade Machine
3rd Living Area with Smart TV
Lounge Seating
Bar Area with Bar Stools
🍳 Kitchen Amenities:
The kitchen is fully equipped for all your cooking and dining needs:
Stainless Steel Appliances
Drip Coffee Maker, Toaster, Water Filter
Complimentary Teas, Spices, and Cooking Basics
Knife Set, Cutting Boards, Mixing Bowls
Full Dishware/Flatware Set
Outdoor Dining Set included
🌿 Outdoor Living:
Step outside to enjoy your private fenced-in backyard featuring:
Covered Porch with Dining Table
Adirondack Chairs for Lounging
Fire Pit Area for S’mores & Stories
Room to Play or Relax
🛏️ Bedroom & Bathroom Layout:
Bedroom 1 (Main Level): King Bed, Vanity, Blackout Curtains
Bedroom 2 (Main Level): Queen Bed, Closet
Bedroom 3 (Upstairs): King Bed, Desk, Vanity
Bedroom 4 (Upstairs – Kids Area): Twin Beds, Bunk Setup, Games, Smart TV
Bedroom 5 (Basement): Twin Bed, Quiet Private Corner
Queen Airbed provided for extra guests
Bathrooms:
Main Floor: Full Bath w/ Rainfall Shower
Upstairs: Full Bath w/ Double Vanity & Tub
Basement: Full Bath w/ Shower, Hair Dryer, Makeup Remover Wipes, Ear Buds
👶 Family-Friendly Perks:
Crib
High Chair
Toddler Board Games
Books for Kids & Teens
Indoor & Outdoor Play Space
🧺 General Amenities:
Central Heating & Air Conditioning
Washer & Dryer with Detergent
Linens, Towels, and Beach Towels Provided
Hair Dryer
Keyless Entry
Flexible Check-In/Out When Possible
🧑‍💻 Remote Work Ready:
Work Desk & Chair
High-Speed Wi-Fi
Quiet Corners for Focused Work
🚗 Parking & Accessibility:
Driveway fits up to 5 vehicles
Easy self-check-in with keyless entry
Only 3 outdoor steps to enter
1st Floor Bedroom & Bathroom make it accessible for seniors or those avoiding stairs
Note: Property is not baby-proofed
🌅 Nearby Attractions:
Nature & Outdoors:
Indiana Dunes National Park (4 mi)
Indiana Dunes State Park (3.5 mi)
Porter Beach (4.2 mi)
Coffee Creek Watershed Preserve (2.4 mi)
Sunset Hill Farm Country Park (5.6 mi)
Marquette Park Beach (13.1 mi)
Walkable Favorites (< 0.5 mi):
Thomas Centennial Park
Running Vines Winery
Octave Grill
Dog Days Ice Cream Parlor
The Flower Cart
Northside Diner & Food Truck
Family Fun:
49’er Drive-In Theatre (6.3 mi)
Zao Island Mini Golf & Go-Karts (12.5 mi)
Gabis Arboretum (19.6 mi)
Deep River Waterpark (21.1 mi)
Southlake Mall (23.6 mi)
Golf & Recreation:
Sand Creek Country Club (2.1 mi)
Chesterton Park & Trails System
Airport Access:
South Bend International Airport (42.5 mi)
Chicago Midway International Airport (~1 hr drive)
🤝 Guest Access
The entire home and all amenities are included in your rental. Feel free to enjoy the kitchen, game room, backyard, laundry room, and every room inside. Please make yourself at home!
Check-in is easy with keyless entry.
🤗 Guest Interaction
We value warm, personalized interaction with our guests. While we give you space and privacy, we're just a message or call away for anything you need. Our goal is to make your stay not just comfortable, but memorable.
We welcome you with hospitality and send you off with gratitude. Every stay is a chance to build lasting connections.
💖 Why This Property?
This is a large, updated home with plenty of space to unwind—while still maintaining the original charm that makes it feel like home. We’ve carefully designed every room with comfort, character, and usability in mind.
Many Chesterton homes sit near train lines; while you may hear minimal train sounds here, it’s not disruptive and far less noticeable than in most local rentals.
This is a home made for memory-making.
Make yourself at home.
🌟 Unique Benefits
Minimal train noise (rare for the area!)
2 King Beds for superior comfort
Bar & Game Room for built-in entertainment
Pet-friendly with fenced backyard
Walk to downtown shops, dining & parks
Minutes from the Dunes & Lake Michigan
Family-friendly with crib, high chair, and games
Work-from-home ready
Newly renovated interior with original charm
📌 Before You Book:
✅ Pet Friendly (please inform us in advance)✅ No Smoking Inside the Property✅ Quiet Hours After 10 PM✅ Must be 25+ to Book✅ Flexible Check-in/out whenever possible
🧳 Tell us how we can host you on your journey.
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Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes is located in Chesterton. Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, TV, Bedding/Linens, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, TV, Bedding/Linens, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Roomy Retreat–Family&Friends|2 King Beds|Game Room | Valpo University | Dunes has 5 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 16 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Chesterton has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Chesterton, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Air Conditioner
  • Parking
  • Pet Friendly
  • TV
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Guest Services
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy Events allowed;kindly contact the host to inform them about the p
Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy 3 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) note from host: 🐶 pet policy – dogs welcome! we’re happy to host pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted;🚭 smoking policy smoking, vaping, or use of tobac
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property note from host: kindly contact the host to inform them about the p parties and events are allowed on site safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed 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
 
Chesterton, 46304, USA

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

Jun 16, 2025 06:45:58 AM
Summary: We booked it because it slept the number of people well but the floors were so dirty that our feet were black on the bottoms of we walked bare foot. Screened in back porch was poorly kept- broken door and windows without glass or screens and just dirty everywhere! . “Lock” for the sliding patio door was also just a piece of wood that didn’t fit well and really did not secure the house when “locked” Liked the location for what we wanted to do but the remodel of this place was done very cheapAnd it shows everywhere in the house.
Maria Y. Maria Y.
May 29, 2025 06:05:38 PM
Summary: We were back in our childhood hometown and were able to share this spacious home with all of our children grandchildren and extended family. The home is beautiful and the booking and communication with Eddi was excellent. Thanks again, Eddi!
Lisa W. Lisa W.
May 13, 2025 11:38:03 PM
Summary: We chose this property due to the amount of beds it had and its proximity to Valparaiso University. It was the perfect size for our group (9-12 adults) and had a well stocked kitchen.
Valerie W. Valerie W.
Dec 31, 2024 12:08:54 AM
Summary: Lovely house in a good location with plenty of rooms, beds, and parking for everyone. Awesome communication with host. Highly recommend.
Barbara W. Barbara W.
Dec 17, 2024 01:29:17 AM
Summary: We have stayed here a few times. We enjoy the amount of space, and the host is always responsive and easy to work with. We look forward to staying in the future.
Alpine T. Alpine T.
Nov 28, 2024 12:53:46 AM
Summary: The house was so cozy and enough room for 16 . Kitchen was roomy and had everything we needed to cook our Friendsgiving menu. Kids loved bunk bed room and kept busy downstairs with the games . House was nicely decorated!
juanita a. juanita a.
Nov 24, 2024 12:03:10 PM
Summary: The house worked well for a group of family members ranging from 7 to 80. Everything was very clean. The kitchen was very well stocked with every gadget we needed. Having coffee and tea provided was very nice.
Stacy H. Stacy H.
Oct 24, 2024 04:34:07 AM
Summary: The location was perfect for our trip, and our children absolutely loved it! Eddi was always available and went above and beyond to make sure our needs were met! The home was a great place to eat, shower, chill, and have fun in the evenings after spending our days hiking at the Dunes and hanging at the beach. Would recommend!
Kim J. Kim J.
Sep 9, 2024 08:53:49 PM
Summary: The house was nice and clean. Everything was provided to make our stay as comfortable as possible. We just had one issue - the kitchen outlets were not working except for one by the sink but we were able to work around it. We’re not sure what happened because we couldn’t reset the GFCI. The last renter may have tripped the breaker but all in all, it was a great stay! Thank you, Eddi! Until our next Bible Study retreat!
Sarah P. Sarah P.
Aug 19, 2024 08:00:30 PM
Summary: The house was very clean, accommodated a large crew, and the host was very responsive. The overall stay was exceptional, and we will use again in the future.
Alpine T. Alpine T.

FAQ's

Is this Chesterton house pet-friendly for guests?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Chesterton house have a swimming pool?

No, this Chesterton house does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Chesterton house?

Best-rates for the Chesterton house starts from $387 per night with includes Parking, Balcony/Terrace, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Laundry, Air Conditioner, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities, Wellness Facilities, Guest Services, Entertainment, Pet Friendly, TV, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, Internet, Fireplace/Heating StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Chesterton house a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this house Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the house has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Chesterton house wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Chesterton house has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Chesterton house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Chesterton house indicates 1 day stay policy at this house. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Chesterton house?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Chesterton house are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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