4 habitaciones3 baños10 personas152 metros cuadrados
Servicios principales
Alberca
Estacionamiento disponible
Aire acondicionado
Cocina
Lavadora
Secadora
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Información de la propiedad
Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering
Bedroom: 4| Bathroom: 3 | Sleeps: 8 Located in-between Lake Kai and the Sandcastle Playground in Beachwalk Resort. Enjoy this newly renovated family friendly cottage with many of the amenities you look for in a great vacation home. Short stays available.
BEDROOM and BATHROOM SET UP Main Level -Bedroom 1: Twin -Bathroom 1: Standalone Full Bath -Laundry Room
Second Level -Bedroom 2: Two Twin Beds -Bedroom 3: Full and Twin Bed -Bedroom 4: King and Attached Bath -Bath 2: Standalone Full Bath -Bath 3: Full Bath Attached to Bedroom 3
INDOOR GATHERING SPACE A vacation rental above the rest. Enjoy the upgraded furnishings consisting of all new flooring, new paint, granite counter tops, stainless appliances, with all new furniture on the main level including a large TV, and custom-built dining table. Great space to gather or spread out.
OUTDOOR GATHERING SPACE Enjoy outdoor relaxation on our ground floor wrap around porch, back deck, large upper-level balcony, perfectly relaxing fire pit, or stone patio for the perfect outdoor BBQ.
HOUSE SPECIFIC AMENITIES Cable TV, Wi-Fi, Linens, Gas Grill, Outdoor Patio, Fire Pit, Beach Toys, Seasonal Golf Cart
LOCATION Located in Beachwalk Resort a short walk to the amenities and a quick golf cart ride to the beach.
PARKING Parking for 3 cars at the property, 2 along the street and 1 alongside the home. Nearby overflow parking is also available.
HOUSE RULES -No smoking or vaping indoors -No pets -No PARTIES -No Prom Parties -No Bachelor/Bachelorette Parties -No fireworks -Must be 25 years old and present for the duration of the stay to reserve.
PROFESSIONALLY MANAGED Professionally managed means peace of mind during your stay. Front desk associates, housekeeping and maintenance staff are nearby should you need anything during your stay. It’s your vacation, we are here to ensure you enjoy it.
RESORT AMENITIES AND INFO * indicates a seasonal amenity. 4ft heated pool*, toddler pool, basketball court*, tennis court, bocce ball court, shuffleboard, Sandcastle playground, putting green, paddle boarding and kayaking*, catch and release fishing. Parking Passes ($5 each) and Wristbands ($15 each) are required for all guests ages 4 and up mid-May through September.
Sand Trap rents with a 3-night minimum with check-in and check-out on Wednesday or Saturday during peak season (mid-June to mid-August).
Servicios de la propiedad
Playa
Playa en los alrededores
Ski
Cerca de las pistas de ski
Alberca/spa
Alberca al aire libre
Alberca climatizada
Alberca compartida
Internet
Disponible en la casa: wifi
Estacionamiento y transporte
Estacionamiento gratuito fuera de la propiedad
Estacionamiento en la propiedad
Cocina
Cafetera y tetera
Horno
Isla de cocina
Lavavajillas
Licuadora
Máquina de hielo
Microondas
Parrilla de estufa
Refrigerador
Tetera eléctrica
Toallas de papel
Tostadora
Vajilla y utensilios de cocina
Comidas
Mesas
Habitaciones
4 habitaciones
Se proporcionan sábanas
Sofá cama
Baño
3 baños
Papel de baño
Se ofrecen toallas
Secadora de cabello
Tina o regadera
Áreas comunes para sentarse
Área de comedor independiente
Chimenea
Mesa
Sala de estar
Entretenimiento
Juegos
Libros
Reproductor de DVD
TV con canales de cable
Espacios exteriores
Asador de gas
Balcón
Fogata
Lavandería
Lavadora
Lavandería
Para tu comodidad
Aire acondicionado
Calefacción
Mascotas
No se aceptan mascotas
Facilidades de acceso
No se permite fumar en la propiedad
Servicios e instalaciones
Plancha y tabla de planchar
Servicios de concierge
Aspectos destacados de la ubicación
Cerca de un hospital
Actividades
Alberca climatizada
Golf
Kayaks
Tenis
Basquetbol en los alrededores
Casino en los alrededores
Caza deportiva en los alrededores
Lugar para nadar en los alrededores
Observación de aves en los alrededores
Paseos en trineo en los alrededores
Patinaje sobre hielo en los alrededores
Pesca en los alrededores
Tours por bodegas de vino en los alrededores
Tubing acuático en los alrededores
Características de seguridad
No se reportó un detector de monóxido de carbono (el anfitrión no especificó si la propiedad cuenta con un detector de monóxido de carbono, por lo que se recomienda llevar un detector portátil)
Detector de humo (el anfitrión indicó que la propiedad cuenta con un detector de humo)
El personal de recepción recibirá a los huéspedes cuando lleguen a la propiedad.
Recibirás un correo electrónico del anfitrión con las instrucciones para hacer el check-in y el check-out.
La información proporcionada por la propiedad podría estar traducida con herramientas de traducción automática.
Formas de acceso
Personal de recepción
Mascotas
No se aceptan mascotas
Niños y camas adicionales
Los niños son bienvenidos.
Eventos
No se permiten eventos
Fumar
No se permite fumar
Información importante
Información importante
Podría aplicarse un cargo por persona extra, que varía según la política de la propiedad
Es posible que debas presentar una identificación oficial con fotografía y una tarjeta de crédito, una tarjeta de débito o hacer un depósito en efectivo en el check-in para cubrir cualquier gasto imprevisto
Las solicitudes especiales no se pueden garantizar. Están sujetas a disponibilidad al momento del check-in y pueden tener un costo extra
No se permiten fiestas ni eventos de grupos
El anfitrión no indicó si hay detector de monóxido de carbono en la propiedad, por lo que se recomienda llevar uno portátil
El anfitrión indicó que hay un detector de humo en la propiedad
Esta propiedad tiene espacios al aire libre, como balcones, patios y terrazas, que podrían no ser adecuados para niños; en caso de inquietudes, recomendamos que te comuniques con la propiedad antes de tu llegada para confirmar que puedas hospedarte en una habitación que se ajuste a tus necesidades.
Vrbo, nuestro sitio asociado, administra este hospedaje. Recibirás un correo suyo con un enlace a tu cuenta de Vrbo, donde podrás cambiar o cancelar tu reservación.
Información de la zona
Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra cerca de la playa de Michigan City. La belleza natural de la zona puede apreciarse en Lago Míchigan y Costa Nacional Dunas de Indiana. También vale la pena conocer Washington Park Zoo y Oasis Splash Pad. Disfruta de las montañas con lugares para esquiar, y aprovecha para practicar actividades como paseos en trineo y patinaje sobre hielo. Visita nuestra guía de Michigan City
Michigan City-11th Street Tram Stop - 12 min en auto
South Bend, Indiana (SBN-South Bend Internacional) - 50 min en auto
Restaurantes
McDonald's
A 8 min en auto
William B's Steakhouse
A 6 min en auto
Zorn Brew Works
A 6 min en auto
Hacienda Mexican Restaurant
A 8 min en auto
Lakeside Kitchen
A 6 min en auto
Preguntas frecuentes
¿Hay alberca en Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering?
Sí, la propiedad cuenta con alberca al aire libre. Podrás disfrutar de albercas climatizadas.
¿Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering acepta mascotas?
No, la propiedad no acepta mascotas.
¿Cuánto cuesta el estacionamiento en Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering?
Hay estacionamiento gratuito en los alrededores.
¿A qué hora es el check-in en Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering?
Hora de inicio de check-in: 16:00.
¿A qué hora es el check-out en Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering?
El check-out es a las 10:00.
¿Dónde se encuentra Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering?
Esta casa de vacaciones se encuentra cerca de la playa, a 15 minutos a pie de Sand Castle Park y Lago Míchigan. Waterfall Park y Lake Kai también se encuentran a 5 minutos.
Opiniones de Sleeps 8 with 4 bedrooms, large space for gathering
Opiniones
Excepcional
Todas las opiniones que se muestran provienen de experiencias de huéspedes reales. Solo las personas que han reservado un hospedaje con nosotros pueden enviar su opinión. Verificamos las opiniones con base en nuestras pautas y las publicamos todas, ya sean positivas o negativas.
Puntuación de 10, es decir, Excelente. Basada en 52 de 69 opiniones
10 - Excelente
52
Puntuación de 8, es decir, Bueno. Basada en 11 de 69 opiniones
8 - Bueno
11
Puntuación de 6, es decir, Aceptable. Basada en 5 de 69 opiniones
6 - Aceptable
5
Puntuación de 4, es decir, Malo. Basada en 1 de 69 opiniones
4 - Malo
1
Puntuación de 2, es decir, Terrible. Basada en 0 de 69 opiniones
2 - Terrible
0
9.4
Limpieza
9.8
Ubicación
Opiniones
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Sheila B.
19 jul. 2025
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Quick getaway
The Sand Trap was even better in person than it appears in photos. Clean, fun, close to beach, and family oriented. Would stay again.
Sheila B.
Se hospedó 3 noches en julio de 2025
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Cheryl C.
14 jul. 2025
We had a wonderful time at Beachwalk Resorts! Our house was the.
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very 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:
Great experience!
Cheryl C.
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jodi S.
31 jul. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
“Sand Trap” was amazing !
This property was recently renovated and it shows! Definitely met our expectations ! We enjoyed every minute of our stay!
Jodi S.
Se hospedó 3 noches en julio de 2022
Opinión de un sitio asociado
8/10 Buena
Richelle V.
3 ago. 2025
Beachwalk Family 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:
We enjoyed our stay at Sand Trap. Location was very close to the park and a quick golf cart ride to the beach. Great outdoor hangout space. Would stay again!
Richelle V.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Antoine H.
9 dic. 2024
Great Turkey weekend
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 size for the elders in our group
Antoine H.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Rob B.
23 sep. 2025
Sand trap
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:
Regarding the scent free cleaning 5stars I would suggest you include scent free laundry detergent and scent free dryer sheets. Also an explanation of how to the homes tv system would be very helpful.
Rob B.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
8/10 Buena
A guest from Davenport, IA
29 jul. 2023
Beach Getaway 2023
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
First time going to Michigan City and Beachwalk Resorts. House was perfect for our family and the staff and available services were great.
A guest from Davenport, IA
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Jan O.
22 ago. 2022
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Tons of fun!
Clean and close to the water. Nice touch of everyone has their own towels on their beds. Everything is there that you need except for beach chairs. Besides that, perfect.
Jan O.
Se hospedó 4 noches en agosto de 2022
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Diana V.
15 jul. 2023
Beachwalk Sand Trap
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:
This is the second time we’ve rented the Sand Trap House in Beachwalk. We love it! Clean and decorated very nice. It’s the perfect house for my family.
Diana V.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
A guest from Effingham, IL
12 ago. 2023
We love Sand Trap!
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 love the Sand Trap! It’s the perfect layout for two families. The beds are comfortable, we love the location next to the park, and love the convenience of the golf cart. We have been visiting BeachWalk for the last 6 years and will continue to do so and would stay at Sand Trap again in the future.
A guest from Effingham, IL
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
joe h.
11 jul. 2023
Relaxing
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
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:
Nicely decorated and cozy. Our family enjoyed our stay while at Sand Trap. The golf cart is a nice luxury to have. Air conditioning worked well and beds were comfortable. The kitchen is a bit small and I wish the porch was a bit deeper. Very close to shuffleboard and kayaks.
joe h.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
emily w.
9 ago. 2023
The best family vacation
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 stayed here late July and everything was amazing! We had 7 people most of the trip with 3 additional family members staying 2 of the nights. We had ample space and places to sleep and play. Super nice house and fully stocked kitchen We just brought food and swimsuits and we were set! Loved thw golf cart for convenience. The new playground was amazing! We will be back yearly.
emily w.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Diana V.
18 jul. 2025
Vacation 2025
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:
This is the 3rd time we’ve rented The Sand Trap. The furniture in the Primary Bedroom has changed but the pictures on the website still show the Sofa Bed. We were surprised to see that it was no longer there for my Grandsons to sleep on. We did find an Air Mattress in the closet for them but I would have preferred to know ahead of time. The house is showing some wear and tear over the last two years and should be fixed. Overall we like the house and the resort and had a great time.
Diana V.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
4/10 Mala
Sara G.
14 ago. 2019
Shenanigans- we got Shenaniganed!!
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
I was more than 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:
This place was not worth the price we paid! The furniture, floor and carpet were dirty! If we walked on the floor our feet were black! Not really much decor! The kitchen and bathrooms were nice!
Sara G.
Se hospedó 7 noches en agosto de 2019
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Antoine H.
11 dic. 2024
Great Turkey weekend
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 size for the elders in our group
Antoine H.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Kate B.
9 ago. 2024
Great vacation. 3rd time at Beachwalk
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:
Check in was late, but management made up for it.
Kate B.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Hannah T.
20 jul. 2024
Great 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:
This was the perfect spot for families with young children! We LOVED all of the amenities and the cleanliness! Beachwalk is truly a gem and we cannot wait to come back!
Hannah T.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Cheryl C.
16 jul. 2024
Excellent 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:
We had a great experience at The Sand Trap home in Beachwalk. The house was great for a family. Excellent location! We loved the amenities.
Cheryl C.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Alexis F.
11 oct. 2022
End of summer getaway
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was somewhat dirty.
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:
Our rental experience was overall great. It was the perfect amount of space for 2 small families (4 adults + 3 toddlers). The one complaint I had was I felt like the house was just given a quick wipe down before we came - the floors were filthy and that was hard with small kids. I ended up getting cleaning solution and mopping the house myself. The town is so cute and the activities & golf carts were magic for the kids!!
Alexis F.
Se hospedó 4 noches en agosto de 2022
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
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28 jul. 2022
Great for family vacation with small children
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 rented the Sandtrap for a week long family vacation with our three small children (ages 4 and under). Other family members rented another house in the Beachwalk resort too. The Sandtrap was so nice and clean. Updated beach decor and furnishings with modern working appliances. We were a short walk or golf cart ride from our other family member’s rental, the pool, beach, fishing dock (our four year old loved this!), and playground. Definitely recommending to all of our friends. We had a great time!
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Opinión de un sitio asociado
8/10 Buena
Melissa B.
25 jul. 2022
Short stay, second trip to Beachwalk
Rating Details:
The property manager was very helpful.
The vacation rental was very clean.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was more than satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
This was our second stay in the Beachwalk community. Last year we stayed in a home through a private owner.SandTrap has been updated and has nice living spaces.The kitchen amenities were new and there was plenty of prep space.The kids enjoyed eating at the bartop.We were disappointed that the floors were filthy black. After walking around the house for just a few minutes my husband's socks were black. There was a nice deck out back with a table and chairs to eat at and a clean, easy to use grill. There was a wagon which we did not need but no beach chairs or toys for the kids. The home we stayed in last year had games and all of the items we would need for the beach so this was a disappointment. The road is very busy with almost constant vehicles, golf clubs or pedestrian traffic. The main bedroom has a porch which we enjoyed sitting on but the wall of windows meant the noise level at night was not restful.The master shower was very slow to drain. We are not partiers and the crowds around us were up late into the early morning hours which made it very difficult to sleep.There were fireworks going off somewhere was very disappointing as the rules clearly state quiet hours which people clearly disregard. We want to enjoy a restful, relaxing visit to the beach and when others do not have that in mind it leaves you unrested and unable to fully enjoy your vacation.The new amenities are nice. We were able to play table tennis one night when there was some rain coming in and the clubhouse did not have a lot of people around. The pool is decent size but gets crowded at times. The kids enjoyed it though for the times we used it. We really had fun trying out the peddle boats although they were full of dirty water and needed to be dumped. We should have went up and asked for the attendant to do that for us before we got in. Beachwalk is a great find without having to venture too far from home!
Melissa B.
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Linda L.
5 jul. 2022
Family Vaca!
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 rental was exactly as described. Communications were very detailed It was close to all activities. The golf cart made getting there fun! Great pool and splash pad. We had a fun family week!
Linda L.
Opinión verificada
10/10 Excelente
Samantha B.
23 sep. 2021
Le gustó: Limpieza, check-in, comunicación, ubicación y veracidad del anuncio
Great house and location
Really nicely updated home. Larger than I expected and perfect for the 5 adults and one child we had staying for a wedding. The golf cart was awesome, my three year old especially loved it. The proximity to the playground was great and the other property amenities were really nice, as well. It was a great location to visit the dunes one morning. We absolutely would use the place again for future visits to the area. The only thing I noticed was the listing mentioned a fire pit in the description but I don’t think there was one…at least that we could find. Not a huge deal but wanted to mention.
Samantha B.
Se hospedó 2 noches en septiembre de 2021
Opinión de un sitio asociado
10/10 Excelente
Matthew F.
25 ago. 2021
Daughter's First Vacation
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 house was fantastic! Our daughter is just under two so this was her first real vacation, and it couldn't have been better. We had fun at the pool, the beach was just a short walk away, and the house was very comfortable. The golf cart was also nice to have on a very hot weekend. We'll be back!
Matthew F.
Se hospedó 2 noches en agosto de 2021
Opinión de un sitio asociado
8/10 Buena
Danielle B.
27 jul. 2021
Enjoyed our stay!! Pros and Cons listed in description.
Rating Details:
The property manager was more than helpful.
The vacation rental was spotless.
I was more than happy with the location.
I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental.
Overall, I recommend this vacation rental.
Reviewer Comments:
PROS: The house is VERY clean and nicely updated! I loved all of the extra big, fluffy blankets in the closets. Great location: close to the playground as well as the lake and pool. The master bedroom is very spacious. Loved having the golf cart, wagon and extra chairs. Huge bonus! And the swiffer type vacuum is a nice touch, too. Especially with all of the sand that tracks in the house. I used it a lot! The appliances are all updated. The refrigerator is amazing! Lots of space for all of our food. CONS: Parking is limited, not much space at all. You are on top of the neighbors. It’s a very crowded street. If you’re looking for a lot of privacy, this may not be the house for you. The water spout on the deck didn’t work, so we couldn’t wash the sand off of our feet. The landscaping is messy. There is poison ivy surrounding the house. My 4 year old developed a horrible rash (luckily not until the last 2 days) that gave us all a scare. So be aware of that if you have little ones! I’m being picky, but I would rearrange the master bedroom and put the king bed on the other side of the room. It’s right next to the bathroom so if you or your spouse have to wake up to use the bathroom in the middle of the night or early morning, you are within 6-10 feet of the bed. Not much privacy and flushing the toilet and opening and closing the bathroom door wakes up the other person sleeping in the bed. Just a thought! Overall, we truly enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend it to friends and family.