Room for 4 by Indiana Dunes National Pk priv bath

Room in Portage, Indiana

  1. 3 beds
  2. Private attached bathroom
Hosted by Mary Chandler
  1. 7 years hosting

Listing highlights

20-min drive to Indiana Dunes National Park

This home is near the national park.

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Room in a home

Your own room in a home, plus access to shared spaces.
One bedroom Ensuite NOT whole house.Lovely quiet neighborhood with beautiful back forest valley view near Indiana Dunes National Park.Walk or bike to the nearby paved trails or Imagination Glen Park.Beaches are only 15 min by car especially the Indiana Dunes for sun & hiking.Go to Chicago 40 min W if you want the big city life of theatre, sports, restaurants, & shopping or go to Michigan 40 min E if you want wineries, small town shopping & restaurants or surfing.

The space
This space gives you the most privacy of all the rooms we rent as it is in our Lower Level away from everyone else. It has 1 Double bed, 2 twin beds (trundle bed), large full bathroom, couch, coffee pot, microwave, table, 2 chairs, mini-fridge. However, I do my Reselling business in the same area you will be in, but I will not do my work when you are there. Once you leave for the day, then I will. Please know we will not disturb your belongings or use your bathroom.

Guest access
You will be in the Lower Level of the house accessed thru the front door. Turn L to go thru the curtain and look for the door on your R. Then down 16 steps to get to your room.

During your stay
I am available as much as possible for guests thru the Airbnb app. In an Emergency ONLY you can call or text me.

Other things to note
My home is a safe space for folks from all minority and marginalized groups. I welcome guests of all races, faiths, genders, and sexual orientations.
Don’t hesitate to ask me questions. I’m here to help! If you forgot something let me see if I have it!
We have 2 Maine Coon cats, 1 rescue cat all very friendly. Do not feed them or let out the Maine Coons. The rescue cat (grey) can go out.
There is NO access to the kitchen, living room, laundry room or other areas of the house. You have only rented 1 room in the home, NOT the home.

Where you’ll sleep

What this place offers

Lock on bedroom door
Valley view
Shared beach access
Wifi
Free street parking

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Rated 4.89 out of 5 from 38 reviews.

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Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.8 out of 5 stars for value

Where you’ll be

Portage, Indiana, United States

Neighborhood highlights

Nice quiet neighborhood called Landmark Acres connected to another neighborhood. Imagination Glen Park nearby and bike trail only 3 minutes away by car, 15 min walk . The closest beach, Porter Beach is 15 minutes by car. We have the Indiana National Dunes Park approximately 15 minute drive which has a beach. This is Lake Michigan which is part of the Great Lakes. Swimming is allowed and there are lifeguards and food vendors. Small fee to get in the park is $7 USD per car or $12-15 for out of state cars. We have 2 large shopping malls each one approximately 20 minutes drive. One is an outside mall called Lighthouse Premium Outlets and the other is an indoor mall called Southlake Mall and there are many nice restaurants and other shopping places around this mall.
We have many places in Portage for coffee and restaurants: McDonald's, Burger King, Wendy's, Arby's, Starbucks, Dunkin Donuts, Panera Bread, Five Guys, Chipotle, Buffalo Wild Wings, Longhorn Steakhouse, Texas Corral, Texas Roadhouse, Applebee's, China Buffet, Jade Garden, Quaker Steak, El Salto, LaCabana (Our Fave), Mexico Lindo, etc But, the best tacos are at Leroy's Hot Stuff 5.5 miles away and it is a biker bar. Our favorite breakfast place is Tate's Place & Blueberry Hill Pancake house and 2nd is Portage House of Pancakes but the best Potato Pancakes are at a new place Blueberry Hill Pancake House. In Chesterton we love Third Coast Cafe (GF bread, teas, special lattes).There is also a huge sporting goods store called Bass Pro shop. Many churches nearby, Catholic, Baptist, Lutheran, Non-denomination, etc.
Blue Chip Casino is 16 miles away and the new Hardrock Casino is in Gary, a short drive away.
We have in Portage, some stores you may like: Kohl’s, Walmart, Meijer, At Natures Door, Big Lots, Harbor Freight, Dollar Tree, Dollar General, Menards, Tractor Supply
Farmers Markets nearby: Remus Farms, Johnson’s
Grocery: Strack and Van Tils, Aldi Foods, Meijer. Whole Foods in Schererville, IN about 30 min away. Zip Foods if you need ice or something quick on your way out for the day on Samuelson Rd a couple min from us.

Meet your host

Host
310 reviews
4.9 out of 5 average rating
7 years of hosting
Where I went to school: Arthur Murray Dance School
My work: Airbnb Superhost & Online Reseller
Fun fact: I was born in a car
What makes my home unique: In between Chicago & Mich by 40 min
Pets: 1 doglike cat, 1 rowdy cat, 1 sweet cat
I am a former pro ballroom dance/yoga instructor turned Airbnb Superhost & online reseller.I can't live without my 3 cats, popcorn, cake & traveling. My husband & I love to travel; cruises,&road trips. We love movies, football & watching shows - Brilliant Minds, Stranger Things, Doc & NFL. As a host of Airbnb we will leave you alone so you have your privacy but we are also here for you. My life motto is Life is Short, Follow Your Dreams

Host details

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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
6 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm