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Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven.

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Pool
Beach
Property grounds
3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets
Exterior

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 693 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Michigan City, IN
  • Place, Washington Park Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Place, Blue Chip Casino
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, South Bend, IN (SBN-South Bend Intl.)
    ‪50 min drive‬

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About the area

Michigan City

With a stay at this vacation home in Michigan City, you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Blue Chip Casino. .This vacation home is 3.5 mi (5.7 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park and 9.5 mi (15.3 km) from Indiana Dunes State Park.

What's nearby

  • Sheridan Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Washington Park Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Blue Chip Casino - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Washington Park Zoo - 3 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Lighthouse Place Premium Outlets - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Options Buffet - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Zorn Brew Works - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Bartlett’s Fish Camp - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Game - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Shoreline Brewery - ‬6 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.

Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven.

Mythology and the perfect beach holiday meet in this charming 2-story guest house that feels as though it were straight out of a fairy tale. The Troll's Den sleeps 6 people with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, full kitchen, and laundry facilities. This house is perfect for families or small gatherings, with queen beds in two bedrooms and bunk beds in the other. The Trolls welcome your visit and, if you're quick, you may catch a glimpse of one inside the Troll Hole.

Loaded with games, toys, books, music, four TVs with and high-speed wifi this house is perfectly located across the street from the waterfall pond and a half-block walk from the pool, Lake Kai, and the new playground. A leisurely 5-minute walk to Lake Michigan on the pristine Indiana Dunes (national lakeshore) which is a top-rated beach where you can see the Chicago skyline on a clear day.

The Troll's Den is located in the Beachwalk, an award-winning resort community in Michigan City, Indiana, where there is activities aplenty right outside your doorstep.
Resort amenities include:
*pool
*tennis courts
*basketball courts
*volleyball court
*Lake Kai (a small lake for fishing, and non-motorized watercraft use)

Other attractions in the area include:
*Washington Park
*Zoo
*Blue Chip Casino
*Premium Outlets Mall with over 120+ stores
*Lighthouse and Rag Tops car museums
*Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore and State Park

Please note that we maintain a smoke-free and pet-free environment.

All cleaning fees are baked into the nightly rate. Golf cart rentals are prohibited at Trolls Den.

From the Friday before Memorial Day through mid-August there is a 4-night minimum and all guests must purchase resort passes, which cost $15 per person. There is a $5 parking cost per car.

Cleanliness has always been a top priority for our company. If you've stayed with us before, you may have seen this during your visits. Our cleaning and infection control processes were put in place so that when you visit our homes at the Beachwalk, they are both safe and comfortable.

We will continue remote check-in/check-out procedures, but as always will be available to take your calls, answer any questions, and provide the overall great service you have come to expect. Early check-ins or late check-outs will be allowed when possible and will be charged at the hourly average of the nightly rate.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony. A Smart television and a DVD player are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker.
This smoke-free vacation home features a stereo, books, and a tennis court on site. Amenities and recreational activities include games, a video library, and snorkeling nearby.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Step to reach entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Tennis
  • Basketball nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,000 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Lots of games and attractions for kids of all ages

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 indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

Property is also known as

Beautiful Family Cottage Beachwalk Grill AC Free Wifi Kids Haven
Beautiful Family Cottage Beachwalk Grill AC Free Wifikids Haven

Reviews

Beautiful Family Cottage in Beachwalk-Grill-AC-Free Wifi-Kids Haven. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 198 out of 240 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 33 out of 240 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 240 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 240 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 240 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joshua B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was wonderful. We really enjoyed our time together and hope to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Geraldine M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything was fantastic! Very enjoyable vacay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Margaret B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice family-friendly community.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Deborah B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Place was conveniently located to the wedding venue and another house that the bridal party was staying at. We weren't at the place very often but it served our needs and was maintained well
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly P.

Liked: Cleanliness
My family and I had a great stay at the Troll House while we were in town for a family wedding. The rooms were cozy, but had exactly what we needed, and my kids loved checking out the troll hole under the stairs. The bikes came in handy when we needed to ride over for some of the wedding activities at different beach stops, so that was fantastic! We also had a great time checking out some of the amenities at the Beachwalk, like kayaking, shuffleboard, and the pool. We had a wonderful time here, thanks for your hospitality!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kristen H.

Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chanteall L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Had a wonderful time! Definitely will book again soon!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

eileen s.

Liked: Cleanliness
We love the beachwalk resort and had a great time staying at the trolls den. The owner is very accessible and made sure we had everything we needed. My kids 17 and 10 had a fun time riding the shared scooters and bikes and it gave them some freedom to ride around plus get some exercise. We grilled on the gas grill and used the shared fire pit and there was plenty of wood available for that. Convenient parking in front, very cute place as well. It was perfect for our needs. The weather was great the week of aug. 26th and we didnt even use the Ac much at all. We had a great time and we would book it again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Erynn B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Its such a cute community my 3 and 5 year old just loved riding their scooters around the neighborhood! Super quiet and has a cute playground! It was chilly when we came so we didnt do pool or splash pads but went to Washington Park and the zoo there and loved it ! Anders was the nicest host and lived next door if we needed anything! We will definitely be back !
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Kaci W., Medina OH

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryne I.

Liked: Cleanliness
House had everything we needed, great resort neighborhood for kids
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

clippy c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean and comfortable stay! Troll's Den and the owner are great! Would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Deborah W.

Great. But could use new area rug and shower curtain liner.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

6/10 Okay

Sharon W.

Disliked: Cleanliness
House smaller than expected (around 700 sq ft), no golf cart available (actually prohibited) for this house, beach is several blocks away, bedroom windows only have white sheer curtains that do nothing to block out morning sun, needs better cleaning (cobwebs, splatters on kitchen wall, shower curtain filthy and needs replacing).
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot for us! Anders was great host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

8/10 Good

Norman M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Good location

Nice little spot. Needing to Add a few updates. Kitchen has 3/4 of what’s needed but is do-able. Communication was great. Good distance from activities and beach. 9/10
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

josh d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation

Most of the stay was exceptional including communication with owner. The only issue we had was with technology in 2 of the bedrooms our kids were in. Anders was responsive and offered to troubleshoot but I declined. The two bedrooms are in significant need of new TV's. The TV's advertised as DVD players xbox for DVD didn't work (no controller, manual menu browsing, etc) and even if they had it would have been a very antiquated experience (devices were at least 15-20 years old). For the cost associated with this rental I think updating the tech in those two rooms would be a reasonable request as new smart TV's are not a major investment these days.Otherwise, excellent stay. Anders was a very accomodating host and even offered to have his wife who is an R.N. check on our daughter who was under the weather.For some folks my minor complaint may be no big deal at all...we have four kids under 12 though and all are used to having easy access to TV at night.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elaine K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect place for small family

We stayed in the Troll's Den with our family of 4 and it was just perfect. Easy checkin and good amenities. The property manager communicated everything that we needed to know and got us wristbands for the amenities, including paddle boats and playground. It was less than a mile walk to the beach. Lake Michigan was cold because we were there in May, so it felt like we had the beach to ourselves. Overall a great trip. The kids keep asking when we can go back.
Beach (Lake Michigan) less than a mile walk away
Great amenities, like little lake for paddle boats and volleyball net
Stayed 5 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Cassandra M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Trevor & Darci T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Always love staying!

I have lost count how many times that we have been to the Troll Den! It is perfect for our little family! Our kids love the community, walking around the neighborhood, and of course the beach!
Stayed 10 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josh W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent Family Vacation

This was my first time back to beachwalk after 10 years and my families first time. We had an amazing stay at Trolls Den! Anders was an absolutely amazing host! We will definitely be returning yearly! Thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Clay R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot for access to marina in nice neighborhood

Everything we needed for our stay. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather J.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Justin C.

Liked: Cleanliness

10/10 at the Troll’s Den

This was a great place to spend a weekend visiting the dunes! The cottage was as fun and whimsical as advertised, and the beachwalk was a really nice little vacation community, even during the off-season. When we left, my partner and I agreed that we would definitely come back. Highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025