Funky Wizard - MTM Premier - At Campground
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
Funky Wizard - MTM Premier is a travel trailer accommodation set within Lakeshore Camp Resort in New Chicago, Indiana, offering a whimsical, family-friendly take on campground lodging. The unit blends the character of RV living with the comforts of a full kitchen and bath, making it a cozy escape rather than a typical hotel room. Guests have praised the property with a rating of nearly 4.9 out of 5 across 19 reviews."}, {"label": "Rooms", "text": "The trailer features one queen bedroom, a full bathroom, and a kitchen stocked with cooking essentials for self-catering. A fold-down futon couch can sleep one adult or two small children, making the unit workable for small families or couples with kids. Outdoor seating space extends the living area for relaxing evenings at the campground.
Amenities & Recreation
The property is kid-friendly, pet-friendly, and smoke-free, with free parking and free Wi-Fi included. An outdoor grill and outdoor pool give guests options for cooking out and cooling off, while access to Lakeshore Camp Resort's broader campground amenities and seasonal activities adds to the recreational appeal.
Dining
While the unit includes its own kitchen with essentials for preparing meals, guests can also explore a cluster of nearby dining options within a few miles, including steakhouses, pancake houses, family restaurants, and a health food restaurant, offering variety without needing to travel far.
Location
The trailer sits about 15 minutes from Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan, making it a convenient base for beach and dune outings. It's roughly an hour from downtown Chicago, and two regional train stations (Miller and Portage/Ogden Dunes) are within about 3.5 to 4.5 km, offering rail access for those without a car.
Best for
This property suits families and small groups looking for a laid-back, campground-based getaway, thanks to the kid-friendly design, fold-down futon for children, and on-site pool and grill. It also appeals to pet owners and nature-focused travelers wanting easy access to Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan, about 15 minutes away. Road-trippers heading to or from Chicago will appreciate the roughly one-hour drive to downtown combined with a quieter, resort-camp setting.
Travel tips
Having a car is recommended, as many dining options and the Indiana Dunes National Park sit several kilometers away, though Miller and Portage/Ogden Dunes train stations are within about 3-4.5 km for regional rail access. Plan for roughly an hour's drive to downtown Chicago, and consider timing beach or dune visits for daylight hours given the drive distance. Since the kitchen includes only essentials, stocking up on groceries or snacks nearby (such as at Raise the Roost, less than a kilometer away) can be convenient.
What guests say
Guest feedback highlights the whimsical, cozy atmosphere of the queen bedroom setup along with the convenience of a full bath and kitchen with essentials. Reviewers also praised the outdoor seating area for evening relaxation and noted the responsiveness of the owner along with ease of accessing the RV. Proximity to the beach and Indiana Dunes National Park was called out as a key advantage. No negative themes were mentioned in the available excerpts.
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