Dunes Duplex - 2 units in 1 - close to everything!

  • Lower Unit Living Area with pull-out couch: Sleeps 2.
    Lower Unit Living Area with pull-out couch: Sleeps 2.
  • Welcome to Dunes Duplex!
    Welcome to Dunes Duplex!
  • Parking (2 cars per unit) is along the right side of the house.
    Parking (2 cars per unit) is along the right side of the house.
  • Entryway
    Entryway
  • Lower Unit Bedroom 1: King Bed
    Lower Unit Bedroom 1: King Bed
  • Lower Unit Bedroom 1: King Bed
    Lower Unit Bedroom 1: King Bed
  • Lower Unit Living Area with Smart TV
    Lower Unit Living Area with Smart TV
  • Lower Unit Living Area with pull out couch: Sleeps 2.
    Lower Unit Living Area with pull out couch: Sleeps 2.
  • Lower Unit Bedroom 2: King Bed
    Lower Unit Bedroom 2: King Bed
  • Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
    Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
  • Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a meal!
    Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a meal!
  • Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a meal!
    Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a meal!
  • Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a meal!
    Fully updated lower unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a meal!
  • Lower Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
    Lower Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
  • Lower Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
    Lower Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
  • Lower Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
    Lower Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
  • Lower Unit Full Bathroom with tub.
    Lower Unit Full Bathroom with tub.
  • Upper Unit Living Area with pull out couch: Sleeps 2.
    Upper Unit Living Area with pull out couch: Sleeps 2.
  • Upper Unit Living Area with Smart TV
    Upper Unit Living Area with Smart TV
  • Upper Unit Bedroom 1: King Bed
    Upper Unit Bedroom 1: King Bed
  • Upper Unit Bedroom 2: Two Single Beds
    Upper Unit Bedroom 2: Two Single Beds
  • Upper Unit Bedroom 2: Two Single Beds
    Upper Unit Bedroom 2: Two Single Beds
  • Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
    Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
  • Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
    Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
  • Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
    Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
  • Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
    Fully updated upper unit kitchen with everything you need to prepare a good meal
  • Upper Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
    Upper Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
  • Upper Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
    Upper Unit Kitchen Dining: Table seating for four and breakfast bar for two.
  • Upper Unit Full Bathroom with tub.
    Upper Unit Full Bathroom with tub.
  • Adjust the temperature.
    Adjust the temperature.
  • Laundry Area (free of charge) shared by both units in basement.
    Laundry Area (free of charge) shared by both units in basement.
  • Ring cameras
    Ring cameras
  • Friendship Botanic Gardens is a four-minute drive away.
    Friendship Botanic Gardens is a four-minute drive away.
  • Heston Steam Museum is an 18-minute drive.
    Heston Steam Museum is an 18-minute drive.
  • Shady Creek winery is just an 8-minute drive from the Dunes Duplex.
    Shady Creek winery is just an 8-minute drive from the Dunes Duplex.
  • The Zoo, Oasis Splash Pad, and beach are all a 5-minute drive away.
    The Zoo, Oasis Splash Pad, and beach are all a 5-minute drive away.
  • The Zoo, Oasis Splash Pad, and beach are all a 5-minute drive away.
    The Zoo, Oasis Splash Pad, and beach are all a 5-minute drive away.
  • Michigan City East Pierhead Lighthouse
    Michigan City East Pierhead Lighthouse
  • Blue Chip Casino in the heart of downtown
    Blue Chip Casino in the heart of downtown
  • The skateboard park is local.
    The skateboard park is local.
  • Downtown Arts District with shops and restaurants
    Downtown Arts District with shops and restaurants
  • Indiana Dunes State Park
    Indiana Dunes State Park
$115-796/night
4 Bedrooms • 2 Baths • Sleeps 7-12
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The Dunes Duplex is the perfect stay for two families or groups traveling together. This historic home offers two private apartments under one roof, sleeping up to 12 guests. Each unit has its own kitchen, living area, bathroom, and bedrooms, giving you both privacy and togetherness. Just 2 miles from sandy beaches and a short drive to Indiana Dunes National Park, outlet mall, zoo, casino, and hiking trails.

🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 7–12)
--4 Bedrooms + 2 Living Areas with Sofa Beds

Second Floor (Upper Unit):
--Bedroom 1 – 1 King Bed (sleeps 2)
--Bedroom 2 – 2 Twin Beds (sleeps 2)
--Living Room – 1 Sleeper Sofa/Futon (sleeps 2)

First Floor (Lower Unit):
--Bedroom 1 – 1 King Bed (sleeps 2)
--Bedroom 2 – 1 King Bed (sleeps 2)
--Living Room – 1 Sleeper Sofa/Futon (sleeps 2)

✅ Total: Up to 12 guests comfortably

⚠️ Please note: The upper unit is accessed via historic steep stairs. Guests with limited mobility may prefer the first-floor unit.


🚿 Bathrooms & Essentials
--Each unit has 1 full bathroom (2 total)
--Towels, shampoo, conditioner & body wash provided
--Hair dryers, iron & ironing boards available
--Clothing storage & hangers in all bedrooms
--Turkish Beach Towels (1 per guest) & Beach Toys Provided


🍳 Kitchens & Dining
Both units include fully stocked kitchens with:
✅ Refrigerator & Freezer
✅ Stove, Oven & Microwave
✅ Basic Cookware, Utensils, Plates & Cups
✅ Toaster, Blender & Drip Coffee Maker (Coffee, creamer & sweetener included. If you prefer specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!)
✅ Basic Pantry Essentials (cooking oil, salt & pepper. If you prefer specific types of cooking oil/specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!)

🍴 Dining space provided in each unit
⚠️ Note: There is no dishwasher in either home. We do ask that guests wash and return their dishes.


📺 Entertainment & Comfort
--Smart TV in each living area (2 total)
--High-Speed WiFi throughout the home
--Board games provided for family fun
--Small beach toys + 1 large towel per guest
--Washer/Dryer in basement (shared between both units)


🌿 Outdoor Space
--Front porch entry + small shared yard
--Each unit has 2 spaces of off street parking (No street parking directly in front of unit) 🚗


⚠️ Safety, Accessibility Notes, & House Rules
--Homes are NOT baby-proofed (no outlet covers, no cabinet locks, furniture is not secured to walls, no cribs provided, etc). Guests are responsible for their safety.
--No pets, parties, or events – we value the relationship with our neighbors, and strive to keep the home in top condition.
--Max 12 guests (strictly enforced)
--🚭 No smoking inside or within 50 feet (violations = $300 cleaning fee)
--Historic home: steep stairs to upper unit, not ideal for guests with mobility issues
--Train tracks 1 block away 🚂 → train whistles may be heard; white noise machines provided


⏰ Check-In / Check-Out
--Check-In: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
--Check-Out: 10:00 AM
--Note: We always try to provide early check-in and late check-out opportunities when possible. (It is simply dependent on whether or not it’s a same day check-in/out, the condition in which the previous guest left the home, and our cleaners’ schedules.) Please notify us if you would like early/late check-in/out, and we will do our best to make it work! 🕚
--Guests will receive key code & detailed check-in instructions via message on the morning of arrival.
--Michigan City operates on Central Standard Time (CST).


🛡️ Booking Requirements
We’re excited to welcome guests from all backgrounds and want to make sure every stay is enjoyable, safe, and comfortable for both you and our neighbors. To help us maintain a great experience, we ask that:
--The primary renter is 25+ with a verified government ID.
--A $500 damage deposit hold is required. This is an authorization hold only (not a charge) and is released at checkout once our team confirms the home is in good condition.


💸 Discounts & Policies
--Moderate cancellation policy.
--Returning guests and longer stays may qualify for discounts (message us before booking!).

🏖️ Why Guests Love Dunes Duplex
✔️ Sleeps up to 12 guests – perfect for two families or groups
✔️ Each unit has its own kitchen, bathroom & living area
✔️ Historic charm with modern updates
✔️ Just 2 miles from beaches & Indiana Dunes National Park

Cancellation Policy: One hundred percent (100.00%) of the total booking charges will be refunded if the cancellation is made more than 5 days prior to the arrival date of the reservation. For cancellations made within 5 days prior to the arrival date, no refund will be issued.

Michigan City, Indiana

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Smart lock
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 12
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 25
  • Pets not allowed
Setting & View
  • Beach
  • Lake
General
  • Internet
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Wifi
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Shampoo
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Free Internet
  • Body Soap
  • Hair Conditioner
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Blender
  • Pots & Pans
  • Baking Sheet
  • Coffee
  • Wine Glasses
Bathrooms 2 Baths
  • Bathroom 1 – Combination Tub/Shower, Shower, Toilet, Tub
  • Bathroom 2 – Combination Tub/Shower, Shower, Toilet, Tub
Sleeping Arrangements 4 Bedrooms, sleeps 7-12
  • 2nd Floor Bedroom 1 – 1 King bed
  • 1st Floor Bedroom 2 – 1 King bed
  • 1st Floor Bedroom 1 – 1 King bed
  • 2nd Floor Bedroom 2 – 2 Twin beds
  • 2nd Floor Living Room – 1 Sleeper Sofa/Futon
  • 1st Floor Living Room – 1 Sleeper Sofa/Futon
Entertainment
  • Games/Board Games
  • Smart TV
Family
  • Children's Books & Toys
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Free Parking
  • Free Parking On Premises
Theme
  • Family
Attractions
  • Museums
  • Water Parks
  • Winery Tours
  • Zoo
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Gambling/Casinos
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Shopping
  • Wildlife Viewing
  • Water Sports
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Exit Route
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector
  • Enhanced Cleaning Practices
  • Cleaning Disinfection
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Potential Noise
  • Shared Spaces
  • Cameras/Surveillance