< 1 Mi to Dwtn: Valparaiso Family Home
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
< 1 Mi to Dwtn: Valparaiso Family Home is a newly remodeled, single-story vacation rental in New Chicago (Valparaiso area), designed for stays that prioritize space and residential comfort. It’s a smoke-free, pet-free home with a quiet-neighborhood setting and quick access to downtown sights and dining.
Layout & Sleeping
The home offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, sleeping up to 6 with a king bed, two twin beds, and a full sleeper sofa in the living room. Guests also have a porch with seating and a grassy yard for low-key outdoor time.
Kitchen & In-Home Amenities
A full kitchen includes a refrigerator, microwave, stove/oven, dishwasher, and a broad set of small appliances such as an air fryer, blender, Crockpot, toaster oven, and both Keurig and drip coffee makers (coffee provided). Practical comforts include central A/C and heating, free Wi‑Fi, cable TV, a washer/dryer with detergent, and an iron/ironing board.
Work-From-Home Friendly
For remote work or extended stays, the property advertises a laptop-friendly workspace equipped with monitors and a printer. This setup, paired with included Wi‑Fi and in-unit laundry, supports business travel and productivity-focused trips.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The home is about 0.6 miles from Downtown Valparaiso, Central Park Plaza, and Forest Park, putting shops and local events within a short drive or brisk walk. Day-trip options include Porter Beach (about 15 miles), Indiana Dunes National Park’s Cowles Bog Trailhead (about 16 miles), and Downtown Chicago (about 51 miles). Nearby transit includes the Campbell & Park (Yellow) bus stop roughly 69 m away.
Best for
This home is best for families and small groups who want a modern, newly remodeled house close to Downtown Valparaiso (about 0.6 miles) with a full kitchen and laundry. It also suits remote workers and business travelers thanks to a dedicated workspace with monitors and a printer, plus reliable essentials like Wi‑Fi, central A/C, and parking.
Travel tips
Parking includes a driveway for 2 vehicles plus free street parking on a first-come, first-served basis; the garage is not available for guest use. If you plan to use transit, Campbell & Park (Yellow) is very close (about 69 m away), with another stop at Lincolnway & Napoleon (about 705 m). For beach and park day trips, Porter Beach is about 15 miles away and the Indiana Dunes (Cowles Bog Trailhead) about 16 miles away.
What guests say
Reviews repeatedly highlight exceptional cleanliness and a modern, comfortable feel throughout the home. Guests also emphasize strong host communication and smooth logistics, including timely access information. The kitchen stands out as especially well equipped, and travelers note the convenient proximity to downtown Valparaiso. No recurring negative issues are reflected in the provided review excerpts.
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