Moondance | Michigan City Vacation Rental
Located in the acclaimed Beachwalk Resort community in the Indiana Dunes on Lake Michigan, just one hour from Chicago, this house ("Moondance") and its perfect central location is a Beachwalk favorite.
Unique among Beachwalk homes, Moondance has an open floor plan with a stunning cathedral ceiling perfect for hosting large family gatherings. Moondance has a large fully stocked kitchen with granite counters and glass tile back-splash along with all new stainless steel appliances. A large great room has seating for everyone, and porches and decks galore mean gathering spaces for the whole family, plus privacy when you want it. Indoor dining space for 16. Outdoor dining for another 16, plus a special outdoor kids table that seats 8. Bedrooms (including both ground floor and second floor masters) with all the right touches will suit couples, children, grandparents and last minute visitors. Main level bedroom with an attached bathroom. There is also a room off the dining room with two daybeds with trundles. The first upper level bedroom has a full bed and a twin. It shares a jack and jill bathroom with the second upper level queen bedroom. These two bedrooms also share balcony that over looks Childers Lane. The next upper level bedroom is a bunk room has an attached bathroom that it shares with master suite. Then there is the master suite with an attached bathroom that is shared with the bunk room and a private balcony that faces over the back yard. Moondance even comes complete with its own custom painted house golf cart (except in winter) for your use and enjoyment! Recently, Moondance' owners worked hard to finish the 1,000 square foot basement, which is now a playful rec room complete with 46 inch flat panel DVD player, and DirectTV with whole house DVR (there are five total in the house), and a multi-colored striped floor that kids love. (NOTE: The basement has 6 foot ceilings, and thus is ideal for kids or for watching movies, but it is not habitable space by code and thus it cannot be used for sleeping.)
In addition, Moondance is steps to everything Beachwalk has to offer: community private pool, private tennis, basketball, and beach volleyball courts, a short walk to Beachwalk's own Lake Kai complete with free kayaks and stand up paddle boards during the summer, custom sand castle playground and, of course, Lake Michigan's most beautiful beach. Unlike many rental homes, the owners of Moondance put much of the rental income they receive into upgrading and improving the property each year.
Most recently, for 2017, the owners invested in all new furniture for the great room, including three new couches, and added a second full refrigerator (if you are like us, you arrive with a week's worth of food and need somewhere to put it!), and replaced all the deck handrails for increased safety. This house has everything you could possibly want. You will not regret it.
No fire pit in the back yard
Peak Season (June-August) Friday-Friday rentals only.
Prom parties accepted with prior approval and based on the following conditions: Price increase of $595, call for additional requirements,
| Nightly | Weekly | |
|---|---|---|
| January 02 - May 23, 2019 | $495 | $2,400 |
| May 24 - May 26, 2019 | $595 | - |
| May 27 - June 13, 2019 | $495 | $3,465 |
| June 14 - August 01, 2019 | - | $4,494 |
| August 09 - August 15, 2019 | - | $4,494 |
| August 16 - August 22, 2019 | - | $3,500 |
| August 23 - August 29, 2019 | $595 | $4,165 |
| August 30 - September 02, 2019 | $595 | - |
| September 03 - September 15, 2019 | $595 | $4,165 |
| September 16 - November 25, 2019 | $495 | $2,400 |
| November 26 - November 30, 2019 | $500 | - |
| December 01 - December 20, 2019 | $495 | $2,400 |
| December 21 - December 26, 2019 | $500 | - |
| December 27 - January 01, 2020 | $549 | - |
| January 02 - May 21, 2020 | $495 | $2,400 |
*There is a 7-night stay minimum night stay requirement during the peak season. Low and mid-seasons may be adjusted to reflect a 2 or more minimum night stay requirement. Please contact us with any questions by calling (800) 814-7501 or email info@beachwalkresort.com.
| Minimum Nights | ||
|---|---|---|
| Start Date | End Date | Minimum Nights |
| 01/02/2019 | 05/23/2019 | 2 |
| 05/24/2019 | 05/26/2019 | 3 |
| 05/27/2019 | 06/13/2019 | 2 |
| 06/14/2019 | 08/01/2019 | 7 |
| 08/09/2019 | 08/15/2019 | 7 |
| 08/16/2019 | 08/22/2019 | 7 |
| 08/23/2019 | 08/29/2019 | 2 |
| 08/30/2019 | 09/02/2019 | 3 |
| 09/03/2019 | 09/15/2019 | 2 |
| 09/16/2019 | 11/25/2019 | 2 |
| 11/26/2019 | 11/30/2019 | 3 |
| 12/01/2019 | 12/20/2019 | 2 |
| 12/21/2019 | 12/26/2019 | 3 |
| 12/27/2019 | 01/01/2020 | 2 |
| 01/02/2020 | 05/21/2020 | 2 |
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6 Bedrooms3 BathsAir ConditioningBasketball CourtBath TowelsBlowdryerCeiling FansCoffee MakerCookwareCrock PotDeckDishes & UtensilsDishwasher
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DVD or Blu-Ray PlayerFireplaceGas GrillIce MakerIron and Ironing BoardLinens ProvidedMicrowaveNear BeachOvenpets not allowedPlaygroundRefrigeratorSatellite/Cable TV
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Screened PorchStoveTennis CourtToasterWagonWasher & DryerHeated Community Pool (seasonal)Kayaking (seasonal)Golf Cart (seasonal)Sleeps: 16Beachwalk Resort
Overall Rating: 
Ladies group Great Time
Rating:
Review Date: 03/18/2019
We had a great time at our annual sleepover/shopping trip with our church ladies group.
We had 12 stay with plenty of extra room. We loved the huge kitchen, dining room and living room. Everything was very nice and the kitchen was especially well stocked with anything we needed. The information left by the owners was great.
Our only ding would be the beds. Everyone woke up the first morning complaining the beds were hard. I slept on a trundle, which was very soft, but they were apparently the only soft beds. I think there are 3 on the property. However, they still want to book this property next year and deal with a sore back for a couple of days because the rest of the house was so nice.
We visited during the off season. It looked like it could use a nice spring cleaning, but nothing gross or offensive. Just off-season cobwebs and dirt.
We had 12 stay with plenty of extra room. We loved the huge kitchen, dining room and living room. Everything was very nice and the kitchen was especially well stocked with anything we needed. The information left by the owners was great.
Our only ding would be the beds. Everyone woke up the first morning complaining the beds were hard. I slept on a trundle, which was very soft, but they were apparently the only soft beds. I think there are 3 on the property. However, they still want to book this property next year and deal with a sore back for a couple of days because the rest of the house was so nice.
We visited during the off season. It looked like it could use a nice spring cleaning, but nothing gross or offensive. Just off-season cobwebs and dirt.
Moondance is the best for ladies weekend!
Rating:
Review Date: 02/26/2019
Sue N.
Moondance is the perfect place for a ladies weekend!
Check-in was quick and easy for our group of 11 women. Each one of us raved how well appointed and comfortable this home is. The open-concept layout of the kitchen, dining and living rooms was perfect for everyone to enjoy each other's company and conversation. Bedrooms and bathrooms were large, clean and comfortable - with adjoining patios that looked incredible to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or glass of wine later in the day/night (although it was too cold on our weekend). We shopped in the afternoon and took Ubers to dinner at night (Ubers were easily accessible). We loved every minute and truly hated to leave! Thanks Beachwalk!
Check-in was quick and easy for our group of 11 women. Each one of us raved how well appointed and comfortable this home is. The open-concept layout of the kitchen, dining and living rooms was perfect for everyone to enjoy each other's company and conversation. Bedrooms and bathrooms were large, clean and comfortable - with adjoining patios that looked incredible to enjoy a cup of coffee in the morning or glass of wine later in the day/night (although it was too cold on our weekend). We shopped in the afternoon and took Ubers to dinner at night (Ubers were easily accessible). We loved every minute and truly hated to leave! Thanks Beachwalk!
Beautiful home!
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Review Date: 01/29/2019
Lisa B.
Great place to scrapbook! Plenty of room to relax and hangout with friends and get some scrapbooking done too.
Great place for entire family
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Review Date: 11/29/2018
Meg B.
We loved Moondance! We had 12 people 4 children and 4 couples and had plenty of space. There were attention to details that were greatly appreciated like large towels well stocked kitchen which was perfect for our thanksgiving dinner. The open concept was wonderful as we all had room to cook, talk and be together Ereis a large amount of lovely, natural light. The management company was friendly and attended to any need we had (fireplace was a little tricky but easy after being shown. They actually checked in the day before thanksgiving to make sure we had the emergency number as the office was closed on Thursday. I truly loved this place. This was our third time staying in Beachwalk and by far the best not only for its layout but the thoutful attention to ensuring we had everything needed.
Wonderful fall week at the lake.
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Review Date: 11/14/2018
Mary V.
Group of retired friends recently spent a wonderful week at Moondance. Comfortable beds, great open area to relax, lots of TVs, well equipped kitchen, and easy access to shopping and other entertainment options, The owner was quick to respond and the management team exceeded expectations.
Great stsy
Rating:
Review Date: 09/11/2018
Melissa B.
Very clean and spacious! Had all the amenities one would need.
Family of 16
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Review Date: 09/05/2018
This is our 2nd year to stay here. We love how Moondance has lots of space, four decks, plenty of bedrooms and we can all eat together in the large dining room and bar area. It is decorated to look beachey which is fun and it has lots of items in the kitchen for cooking. There are two frigs which we really need. It is close to the pool, yet on a quiet street away from heavier traffic. It is an easy walk to Lake Michigan. It has its own golf cart which is such a nice bonus but the golf cart wouldn't charge so management loaned us theirs which was so kind. The air conditioner was set at 65 and management tried to adjust it but said they would tell the owners. We were glad they had extra blankets in the closets! One thing we would suggest is more kayaks and paddle boards. It is a lovely lake and if there were a few more kayaks, more people could enjoy it at one time. We were able to check in a little early and leave a little later and that made it so much easier and allowed us to enjoy our time at Beachwalk that much more. The office staff are friendly and very helpful. It is such a safe environment for families. We are booked for another year.
Family Vacation 2018
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Review Date: 08/07/2018
This is our 4th family vacation at Beachwalk, but our first stay at Moondance. We were so pleased with the large bright open living area, location to the pool and beach,and we loved sitting out on the front porch each evening. The golf cart was a big plus for us. I only wished there were a couple beach chairs to take with us to the beach. We have booked Moondance for our 2019 family vacation!
Welcoming vacation home in the heart of Beachwalk !
Rating:
Review Date: 07/29/2018
We stayed in Moondance as part of a family reunion that took place in the resort. The property was spacious and well-maintained. The home had 6 bedrooms with plenty of accommodations for both adult couples and children. The open concept was a real plus for socializing as we prepared meals etc. The home offers numerous outdoor sitting spaces but we particularly liked the first floor front porch. Our rental included a dune buggy that really added to the experience. Our weather was so-so at the start of the week so we were grateful for activities in the Michigan city area. The destination offers much to do both within the resort and offsite and we enjoyed the family feel.
Great Moon Dance Vacation Week
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Review Date: 07/15/2018
Betty L.
We have stayed at five different houses for our yearly family vacation week at Beachwalk. As one of our family uses a wheel chair, it is imperative that we have a first floor bedroom with bathroom that is handicap accessible and a total of five bedrooms for our extended family members. Moon Dance met these requirements well. The kitchen was well equipped and in good condition. Having two refrigerators was also very helpful. There were four parking places (2 in front and 2 in back) so only one of our families needed to park in the overflow area. One of the toilet stools became plugged during the week and a maintenance man came over promptly and fixed the problem. The outdoor gas grill was not very good and it was replaced by a nice new one two days before we left. We were very pleased with Moon Dance and were disappointed that it won't be available to rent the same week next year.
Family Reunion 2018
Rating:
Review Date: 07/14/2018
Lisa B.
The house was perfect. With 3 sets of families, the bedrooms with baths worked out well. There was a 'master' bedroom attached to each 'kid' room for all 3 bathrooms. The screen porch worked out well for night time game playing and the golf cart was a must. We needed a fix for the grill and beach wagon the Beachwalk came to the rescue the day we called.
Moon dance house
Rating:
Review Date: 07/01/2018
Good location, liked having both front and back porch, right amount of space for our group.
Wonderful Large Sunfilled House
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Review Date: 10/10/2017
We had a great time. Had plenty of room. The house was nicely furnished and the rooms were sun filled and pleasant. We expecially enjoyed the outside porches and the golf cart rides. Since there were 16 of us three bathrooms was a bit of a challenge but all in all... we would rent this house again. Very nice indeed.
Great girls fall weekend
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Review Date: 10/03/2017
This house was great . It was very roomy and had lots of gathering areas inside and out. We were here with a bunch of women for a bachelorette weekend. Very modern and 2 refrigerators .
Book Club Weekend
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Review Date: 09/19/2017
Melodi B.
This is the second time I have booked a weekend for the girls at Beachwalk. I LOVE BEACHWALK! The homes are always very well maintained the kitchens are stocked well and you can not beat the community and atmoshphere!
Family weekend
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Review Date: 09/06/2017
16 of spent 4 days in this amazing house. There wer so many nice amenities. Two refrigerators, a basement for the kids to run around and be noisy, the kitchen was stocked with everything you would need for a large family. Plus grilling utensils. They had extra blankets. The golf cart was the best. The pool was beautiful large and heated. The lake was fun with kayaks and the kids enjoyed the tennis court. The play ground was really great too. There was plenty of space for every generation. The people at check in were friendly and helpful. We will go back because everyone loved it!!!
Spacious Home
Rating:
Review Date: 08/28/2017
Susan C.
Moondance is a very spacious home with several bedrooms and lots of room for everyone. Adam the owner is very quick to respond to every question you have. The home is very close to the pool which my grand daughters loved. The home has everything you need for cooking and lots of seating for meals. The beds are a little hard for our comfort but some people prefer hard beds. We also thought it could use a little more upkeep but all and all we enjoyed our stay at Moondance. We also loved having the golf cart. Thank you Adam for a great stay at your home.
sun time is fun time
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Review Date: 07/23/2017
daniel k.
very nice vacation ,grandkids loved the pool and golf cart . lake Michigan is beautiful !
Family Fun Home
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Review Date: 07/17/2017
Charles P.
This home is lovely and very clean. It is located in the most center of the resort, near the pool and easy access to the beach. We had 16 family members and we were all comfortable.
family fun!
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Review Date: 07/11/2017
Patricia O.
our extended family enjoyed every moment of our stay at MoonDance. Lots for everyone to do, and very relaxing for the adults!
Great Family Holiday!
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Review Date: 07/02/2017
Robert W.
We brought our children and grandchildren here to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary with some of our extended family in the Michigan City area. The house was perfect, well layed out, in a great location for all the activities of the resort and my Chef son thought the kitchen was well stocked for his use! Everyone had a marvelous time and hated to leave!
We'll be back!
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Review Date: 06/30/2017
The house was perfect for our family of and we appreciated being able to book for 5 nights instead of 7. All was clean and in good shape, great location. We've booked for next year.
family fun
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Review Date: 06/09/2017
Ann S.
Everything was great our only complaint would be the inconsistent hours at the lil store, the golf cart had a low back right tire with other issues and i think a great plus would be a hutch type cabinet in the corner of the dining room to put all of our food so we had kitchen counter space. But all in all it was great.
Amazing!
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Review Date: 04/27/2017
Amy Z.
The community and house were beautiful and we just had an overall amazing experience.
Last minute retreat
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Review Date: 04/21/2017
Anjelica P.
Awesome!! Everything was perfect.
Great Location
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Review Date: 10/09/2016
We had plenty of room for our group of 10. Loved the house, but could use a new couch. We loved the location and had a great weekend in Michigan City!
Manager Response:
11/11/2016
Response from Beachwalk Vacation Rentals
Thank you for the feedback! The Owners just purchased 3 new couches for the home. We hope you come back and enjoy another great weekend at Beachwalk Resort.
PERFECT
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Review Date: 08/30/2016
Bridget M.
Everything was great. Awesome location, clean, spacious. Could not have picked a better place.
Beautiful Beachwalk Home
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Review Date: 07/25/2016
We loved the Moondance house! It was in a great location...close to the pool and close the beach. The golf cart was an added bonus. We had 9 children under the age of 13 and there was plenty for them to do in the area without ever leaving the beachwalk community. We would definitely consider coming back!
Wonderful safe family time
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Review Date: 06/19/2016
Eric S.
My family came in to Indiana from 4 states for a gathering(originally from the area). Beach walk community was pleasant ,quaint and close to everything. We felt safe and secure, kids played hard adults relaxed well and the price was good. Be aware that their is a $10 fee per person a $40 non refundable deposit but the area is beautiful. Kayaking, fishing, pools and lake access. We wanted to take the kids into Chicago but instead stayed at the house due to the charm and atmosphere.
Great vacation rental!
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Review Date: 05/25/2016
We had a great stay at this wonderful rental. This property is well stocked with anything you might need, very clean, and had lots of space for our group of 16. The location is convenient to the pool, pond and other amenities Beachwalk has to offer. Wish we could have stayed longer! The staff at Beachwalk was very helpful. Will definitely add this to our favorites when coming back to the area!
House at Beachwalk - Moondance
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Review Date: 04/06/2016
Arlene B.
Wonderful and spacious home. Close to the beach. Several decks, porches and loads of light. Owners are the best! Accomodating and easy to work with. Your stay will be relaxing and fun.
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