Downtown Dream Apartment 1N. Retro Vibes!

Stay at Downtown Dream 1N, a fully restored apartment in a historic home just steps from downtown Valparaiso. Perfect for couples, small families, or friends (up to 4 guests), this bright and modern unit features a private bistro set, spacious bathroom, and updated kitchen. You’ll be minutes from restaurants, local shops, breweries, and cafes, with the option to relax in the shared backyard firepit and picnic area. The space 🛏️ Sleeping Arrangements (Sleeps 4) --Master Bedroom: Queen Bed + Ceiling Fan --Living Room: Queen Pull-Out Sofa + Ceiling Fan 🚿 Bathroom & Essentials --Large full bathroom with tub & double vanity --Fresh towels, shampoo, conditioner, soap & hair dryer --Iron & ironing board --Clothing storage & hangers provided --Turkish Beach Towels (1 per guest) & Beach Toys Provided 🍳 Kitchen & Dining Your private kitchen includes: ✅ Quartz countertops & sink ✅ Refrigerator & Freezer ✅ Stove, Oven & Microwave ✅ Basic Cookware, Utensils, Plates & Cups ✅ Toaster, Blender & Drip Coffee Maker (Coffee, creamer & sweetener included. If you prefer specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!) ✅ Basic Pantry Essentials (cooking oil, salt & pepper. If you prefer specific types of cooking oil/specific brands, please feel free to bring your own!) 🍴 Dining table with seating for 4 ⚠️ Note: There is no dishwasher in either home. We do ask that guests wash and return their dishes. 💻 Work & Connectivity --Desk in living room for remote work --WiFi included for streaming & work needs --Smart TV in living area (log in with your own subscriptions) 🌿 Outdoor Space --Private bistro table & chairs outside your unit ☕ --Shared backyard with: --Firepit with 8 chairs 🔥 --3 Picnic Tables with String Lights --Cornhole/Bags Game 🎉 ⚠️ Guests provide their own firewood. Quiet hours observed—sound machines provided in sleeping areas. 🧺 Laundry & Parking --Shared Washer/Dryer in basement (use 4 PM–10 AM; reserved for cleaners during midday) --Designated Gravel Parking for 2 Cars (behind garage, accessed via alley) 🚗 ⚠️ Safety, Accessibility Notes, & House Rules --Homes are NOT baby-proofed (no outlet covers, no cabinet locks, furniture is not secured to walls, no cribs provided, etc). Guests are responsible for their safety. --No pets, parties, or events – we value the relationship with our neighbors, and strive to keep the home in top condition. --Max occupancy: 4 guests --🚭 No smoking inside or within 50 feet (violations = $300 cleaning fee) --2 steps to enter; historic home means you may see occasional bugs/spiders despite monthly treatments ⏰ Check-In / Check-Out --Check-In: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM --Check-Out: 10:00 AM --Note: We always try to provide early check-in and late check-out opportunities when possible. (It is simply dependent on whether or not it’s a same day check-in/out, the condition in which the previous guest left the home, and our cleaners’ schedules.) Please notify us if you would like early/late check-in/out, and we will do our best to make it work! 🕚 --Guests will receive key code & detailed check-in instructions via message on the morning of arrival. --Michigan City operates on Central Standard Time (CST). 🛡️ Booking Requirements We’re excited to welcome guests from all backgrounds and want to make sure every stay is enjoyable, safe, and comfortable for both you and our neighbors. To help us maintain a great experience, we ask that: --The primary renter is 25+ with a verified government ID. --Guests have positive prior reviews, or if not, a fully refundable $500 damage deposit will be required. This is returned at checkout once our team confirms the home is in good condition. 📋 Rental Agreement After booking, first-time guests are required to sign a standard rental agreement that reflects the house rules and booking details shown on this listing. Information provided is used solely to coordinate maintenance or schedule adjustments during your stay. This information is kept strictly within our team and is never shared externally. 💸 Discounts & Policies --Moderate cancellation policy (flexible if dates are rebooked). --Returning guests and longer stays may qualify for discounts (message us before booking!). 🌟 Why Guests Love Downtown Dream 1N ✔️ Prime location steps from downtown Valparaiso dining & shops ✔️ Spacious bathroom with double vanity ✔️ Private bistro set + designated parking (rare in this historic house!) ✔️ Access to shared firepit, picnic tables & yard games Why book with us? --We have a great customer service team who is available every day from 7AM CST - 10PM CST. --Streamlined communication and messaging allows for clear communication (without the use of artificial intelligence). A real human is standing by to assist you! --We aim to provide the best experience possible by offering recommendations to restaurants and businesses that we frequent ourselves. (We aren’t overseas investors; we live in the area!) --We are a veteran-run, local family business, not a big corporation. Booking with us helps support the American dream! Guest access Automatically check-in with a keycode to the front door. (This keycode will be sent on the morning of your arrival. Guests will have full access to the unit and the shared basement and backyard.