\"The Nook\"- ROOMY Home 2mi- Dunes Chesterton, Yard, Fire Pit, Grill, Game Room
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
The Nook is a roomy, kid-friendly vacation home in New Chicago/Chesterton, set in a quiet neighborhood on over an acre of land. It blends an almost-100-year-old farmhouse character with modern comforts and a layout designed to let two families vacation together with space to spread out. The property is smoke-free and offers self-directed arrival/departure with early 1:00 PM check-in and 1:00 PM check-out.
Home features & comfort
Inside, the home includes air conditioning and heating, free Wi-Fi, cable TV, a washer, and essentials like an ironing board. The kitchen is equipped for cooking with an oven/stove and microwave. Sleeping and family needs are supported with a crib, and the overall setup emphasizes multiple areas for both gathering and privacy.
Outdoor space & recreation
A large yard anchors the stay, with a patio, fire pit for evening hangouts, and a charcoal grill (bring charcoal). For indoor downtime, there’s a dedicated game room above the garage with ping pong and video games. Beach access is listed, and the wider area is known for wildlife viewing and birdwatching opportunities.
Location & nearby highlights
The home is about 2 miles from Indiana Dunes National Park and Indiana Dunes State Park/Beach, and roughly 0.7 miles from the Indiana Dunes National Park Visitors Center. Dune Park (South Shore) Train Station is about 1.3 km away, providing a rail option toward Chicago. Nearby dining spans casual to international, including Leroy’s “Hot Stuff” (about 0.9 km), Wagner’s Ribs (about 2.0 km), Village Tavern (about 2.3 km), and Namaste India (about 2.8 km).
Best for
This property suits families and multi-family groups who want space to spread out, with a layout described as well-suited for two families and an on-site game room for rainy-day entertainment. It’s also a strong pick for Dunes-focused trips thanks to its short drive to Indiana Dunes National Park/State Park and Lake Michigan beaches, plus yard amenities like a fire pit and charcoal grill for low-key evenings.
Travel tips
Plan a day around the nearby Dunes: Indiana Dunes State Park/Beach is about 2 miles away, and the National Park Visitors Center is roughly 0.7 miles from the home. If you want a car-free Chicago outing, Dune Park (South Shore) Train Station is about 1.3 km away. Note the home is in the Central time zone, and the two main entrances have doorbells with security cameras.
What guests say
Reviews consistently highlight the home as very clean, well-kept, and comfortable, with a “home away from home” feel. Guests value how well the layout works for family groups, noting multiple spaces to spread out along with strong gathering areas (especially the kitchen table). The location is repeatedly praised for easy access to Lake Michigan beaches and the Indiana Dunes. Family-friendly touches are a standout, with positive mentions of kid-oriented items and spaces like the loft/game areas; no specific recurring complaints were provided in the excerpts.
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