Vacation rentals with lake access in Portage

We enjoyed our stay here!! We actually told Vic & Jess we saw their place from TikTok ! It caught our attention especially since it wasn’t far from us here in Chicago so we had to check it out ourselves! The view and simply being away from the city for the weekend was amazing. Vic & Jess are very responsive and attentive which we appreciated. Their home is very clean and it really does make you feel comfortable and inviting. All the vibes are there! Would 10/10 recommend for anyone looking for a quick getaway even with your kids. Ours enjoyed it very much 😊

This retreat on the lake was absolutely perfect for spending time with extended family during a Notre Dame game weekend! The house was flawless! Everything that was described in the listing was exactly how we found it. Our host was super quick to respond to any questions we had during our stay. Thank you again for letting us use your beautiful home!

The location was great—lots of things to. And such a beautiful view! We had everything we needed and I especially appreciated the very nice cookware.

Leah was a phenomenal host, very responsive and fast with her replies to my questions. The place was super comfortable and welcoming. It was peaceful and quiet just as advertised. Had a wonderful stay!

I will call it "Mary Poppins", practically perfect in every way. If you are looking for a quite scenic vacation spot, this is it. Their are obviously things that could have been better, but we got exactly what we wanted, no notes, no issues, no problems.

We enjoyed our stay here! It was a little hard to find at first but even though it was right off the road the back yard felt very private. Easy to walk to the beach and around the neighborhood. For two people and a dog it felt very spacious and the outdoor area was very beautiful with all the fall colors. It was a nice area with easy access to the state parks we visited.

Hope’s place was beautiful. My family and I felt like home!! Wish we had more time, for the weekend wasn’t enough!! The house was wonderful and had everything we needed! We enjoyed the fire place most of all. Being on the lake was bonus! We were in town visiting for a hockey game at Culver Academy, it made for a great stay!! Close enough to the school. In the future we would definitely stay here again if ever back in town!!

Great home! Perfect for our family really really enjoyed our stay

We really enjoyed staying at this place - it was clean and comfortable, and the location is fantastic. Elizabeth was very responsive and a great host. We would stay here again!

Jessica’s place was great and perfect jumping off point for my family attending my brother’s wedding and other festivities.

Happy I found this listing and stayed. great Host, cummicated and was exactly as advertised. good location a few blocks from downtown 10-15 minutes walking. would definitely stay again.

Had a good stay. Host was kind and very responsive. Place is very clean and comfy. Kitchen has all you need appliances. Super happy there was coffee! Bit away from downtown. Expect a $15-25 dollar cab ride.

Michael’s apartment was clean, convenient, and cozy. We enjoyed a 4-night family vacation staying here. We were able to walk to some really delicious restaurants and the parking in the back of the building made it easy to visit other parts of the city. All of Michael’s instructions were timely, accurate, and clear. We would definitely stay here again if we returned to Chicago!

Great location! Felt safe and easy to get around. Close to the Vic Theater and the El. The space was very comfortable for 3 of us. Once we figured out the codes/keys, it was easy enough. I would definitely stay again. Cathy is super easy to talk to and very responsive. Thank you, Cathy!

me and my fiance stayed just a few days and I didn’t want to leave! The space was even better than expected. Having almost everything you’d need to cook, plenty of towels, clean bedding. It was so clean and beautiful inside and the view from the balcony was gorgeous. Felt just like home. The neighborhood was very nice and peaceful as well. We will 100% be back!

These hosts are lovely as is this space. The amenities are wonderful and go beyond what they would need to provide - making travel easier! The apartment is spacious, comfy and clean. The area is full of places to go and also right on the Clark bus line, making access to the rest of the city easy peasy. Highly recommend.

This was the perfect place for our family weekend! We enjoyed how easy it was to get to everything we wanted to do. The space is comfortable, homey, and oh so peaceful. Being able to walk to the private beach access was fantastic! It is the perfect balance between an upscale location and a laid-back lake house vibe. I really hope it stays vintage in the face of all the over the top renovations that seem to be dominating the rest of the neighborhood.

The Pines Cottage in Michiana Shores was the perfect escape for my sister and me—a busy Finance Director and Grants Manager—finally pressing pause on juggling responsibilities. Though it was a working vacation, this beautifully curated retreat by Meta Rose allowed us to relax, reconnect, and recharge. The blend of modern amenities with rustic charm made it feel like home, and the kitchen—my domain—was a dream for any home chef, snuggly designed yet perfect for cooking and baking. The serene surroundings and walkability gave us space for reflection and creativity, making our time here truly good for the soul. We can't rave enough about this little slice of joy and will absolutely be back! WARNING - you're going to fall in love all too easily with it!

We had a great time staying at Amy's place! It is the perfect size for a couple. It feels very cozy and like you are actually staying at someone's home vs. the sterile Airbnbs that are owned by corporate entities these days. The property is as described. It is very private, yet close to everything! I would recommend staying here if you're in the area.

Perfect home for a long weekend that included a Notre Dame football game. The home had plenty of space for two couples and the kitchen is beautifully updated. The house is exactly like the photos and even better in person. Lovely large yard, plenty of seating out by the lake, kayaks for use, a firepit; a great vacation home. Bonus on an ND football weekend: much less traffic coming from north of campus, easy drive getting in and out of campus.

Great place to stay and the local area was absolutely gorgeous! We definitely appreciated how the host provided a binder full of local restaurants, instruction manuals, and places to visit! Not to mention, heated bathroom flooring was life changing! Thank you again ♥️

Beautiful house, very well thought out for guests. Host and Co-Host were absolutely wonderful through the whole process. Lots to do in the area. Would highly recommend!

This was our second stay. The place has so much character and the fireplace and masonry heater are splendid in winter. I can just sit in front of the fire all day enjoying it and the view of the channel. Once I am there, it is hard to leave that peace and coziness.

Beautiful home in a great location. An excellent getaway for our family for a couple of nights. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again.