Furness Mansion
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About this property
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include a picnic area and gas grills.
Amenities
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden. Additional amenities at this hotel include a picnic area and gas grills.
Business amenities
Free self parking is available onsite.
Rooms
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 5 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and Smart televisions. Your pillowtop bed comes with premium bedding. Kitchenettes are outfitted with microwaves. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment.
Location
When you stay at Furness Mansion in Chesterton, you'll be near the beach, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes State Park. This hotel is 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Indiana Dunes National Park and 1.4 mi (2.3 km) from Brincka Cross Gardens.
What's nearby
Indiana Dunes State Park(1.4 Miles)
Brincka Cross Gardens(1.4 Miles)
Kemil Beach(2.3 Miles)
Indiana Dunes National Park(2.4 Miles)
Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery(2.6 Miles)
Dunbar Beach(2.6 Miles)
Lake Michigan(2.9 Miles)
House of Tomorrow(3.1 Miles)
Lake View Beach(3 Miles)
Pines Park(3.1 Miles)
Indiana Dunes Visitor Center(3.4 Miles)
Beverly Shores Beach(4.5 Miles)
Chellberg Farm(4.6 Miles)
Lustron House(4.7 Miles)
Waverly Beach(4.7 Miles)
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)(55.1 Miles)
Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD)(67 Miles)
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)(74.7 Miles)
Chicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)(83.4 Miles)
Rockford, IL (RFD-Greater Rockford)(135.5 Miles)
Garden
Picnic area/Tables
Barbecue Grill (s)
Bicycles (on site) (free)
Parking (Self) (free)
Laundry Facilities
Location
1491 N Furnleigh Ln, Chesterton, Indiana, United States of America
Indiana Dunes State Park (1.4 Miles)
Brincka Cross Gardens (1.4 Miles)
Kemil Beach (2.3 Miles)
Indiana Dunes National Park (2.4 Miles)
Beverly Shores Depot Museum and Art Gallery (2.6 Miles)
Dunbar Beach (2.6 Miles)
Room options
8
Signature Double Room
Room details
2 Double Beds
Sleeps 4
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Fireplace
18
Family Studio Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
, 1 Large Double Bed
, 1 Double Bed
, 2 Bunk Beds
and 1 Sofa Bed
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Fireplace
9
Standard Room
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Fireplace
20
Superior Suite
Room details
1 Extra-Large Double Bed
, 1 Double Bed
and 1 Sofa Bed
Sleeps 6
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Fireplace
1
Room
Room details
1 Large Double Bed
Sleeps 2
Air ConditioningHeatingWi-Fi (Free)Fireplace
Guest reviews of Furness Mansion
9
Superb
Based on 117 verified reviews
What guests think
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Reviews of Furness Mansion describe a characterful historic inn close to Indiana Dunes, with spacious rooms, family-friendly suites, and responsive text-based service, but recurring road noise, confusing parking and entry, and some maintenance or supply gaps.
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Reviews of Furness Mansion describe a characterful historic inn close to Indiana Dunes, with spacious rooms, family-friendly suites, and responsive text-based service, but recurring road noise, confusing parking and entry, and some maintenance or supply gaps.
Many guests praise the overall cleanliness and unique decor, though a few note exterior trash or occasional issues like AC problems. The property offers practical touches such as laundry, kitchenettes, a fire pit, and pet-friendly policies, but kitchen gear and fridge space can be limited for heavier cooking. Best suited to travelers who value space and independence over full-service amenities.
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Facilities
Historic house with laundry, a fire pit, common areas, pet friendly policies, and touches like a massage chair and heated bidet seats. Parking is on uneven grassy areas and outdoor grounds and lighting need attention.
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Jody
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very roomy in the sleeping/living area. Nice to have laundry available! Nice fire pit area and outdoor seating. The outside swing's seat is moldy. A dining table for 4 people in a suite that sleeps 10? Shower makes a high pitched squeel on and off, but can be quieted by turning the shower off and back on.
Very roomy in the sleeping/living area. Nice to have laundry available! Nice fire pit area and outdoor seating. The outside swing's seat is moldy. A dining table for 4 people in a suite that sleeps 10? Shower makes a high pitched squeel on and off, but can be quieted by turning the shower off and back on.
10
Amy
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little place to stay near the Dunes. Great amenities especially for the reasonable price. Dog friendly!
Great little place to stay near the Dunes. Great amenities especially for the reasonable price. Dog friendly!
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Dale
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is evident the owners have sought to make an upscale place to stay, with little touches (like a nicely decorated lobby with massage chair or the heated bidet toilet seat). When we stayed, there were only another 2 rooms occupied. It was quiet in the room, except for highway noise due to a gap in the window at top due to a good window AC unit. A towel wedged in that gap, plus forcing the AC fan to stay on made for a quiet night's sleep). The house was apparently built in 1881. I wish I knew more about the history of the house. It's a good central location to visit Indiana dunes national Park.
It is evident the owners have sought to make an upscale place to stay, with little touches (like a nicely decorated lobby with massage chair or the heated bidet toilet seat). When we stayed, there were only another 2 rooms occupied. It was quiet in the room, except for highway noise due to a gap in the window at top due to a good window AC unit. A towel wedged in that gap, plus forcing the AC fan to stay on made for a quiet night's sleep). The house was apparently built in 1881. I wish I knew more about the history of the house. It's a good central location to visit Indiana dunes national Park.
8
Jack D
8 Jul 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Very cool place! The inside was clean; bedding, bathroom, floors, kitchen, etc. The kitchen faucet is in need of repair but functional. Only negative- The outside grounds were really in need of some TLC, specifically the trash around the outside and under the porches. Overall we really liked the place and would recommend it, and stay, again. Bonus points for allowing dogs, you’d never know it was a pet friendly place from the excellent condition on the interior. We all enjoyed it.
Very cool place! The inside was clean; bedding, bathroom, floors, kitchen, etc. The kitchen faucet is in need of repair but functional. Only negative- The outside grounds were really in need of some TLC, specifically the trash around the outside and under the porches. Overall we really liked the place and would recommend it, and stay, again. Bonus points for allowing dogs, you’d never know it was a pet friendly place from the excellent condition on the interior. We all enjoyed it.
10
Peggy
21 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Landscaping and parking could be improved on.
Landscaping and parking could be improved on.
6
James
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
When you pull up you have no idea where to park or enter. When we did figure out where to park there was a deck on the back of the facility that was filled with trash under it. We finally got in entered our code and there was someone in the room cleaning. We left to explore the area and came back. It was very dark in the parking area which was in the grass on a steep hill and was hard to see until you got to the entrance and a motion light came on. The room itself was clean but furniture was old and very uncomfortable. The location was convenient to the beaches and dunes. It is hard to get past the initial impression so if the outside was cleaned up it would be a very nice place. If you are going to this area although this place was adequate I would recommend looking for a better option.
When you pull up you have no idea where to park or enter. When we did figure out where to park there was a deck on the back of the facility that was filled with trash under it. We finally got in entered our code and there was someone in the room cleaning. We left to explore the area and came back. It was very dark in the parking area which was in the grass on a steep hill and was hard to see until you got to the entrance and a motion light came on. The room itself was clean but furniture was old and very uncomfortable. The location was convenient to the beaches and dunes. It is hard to get past the initial impression so if the outside was cleaned up it would be a very nice place. If you are going to this area although this place was adequate I would recommend looking for a better option.
8
Susan
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was very quiet and private. Big room with Refrigerator Parking was in the grass behind the property. Uneven walking to door.
It was very quiet and private. Big room with Refrigerator Parking was in the grass behind the property. Uneven walking to door.
8
james
4 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Newly renovated mansion on rustic, yet scenic grounds. Large common area available for groups. Over sized room. Great butt washer on toilet. 😊 Easy walk to Dunes park . Helpful staff. Short, easy drive to restaurants. Washer & dryer available. Very pleasant experience.
Newly renovated mansion on rustic, yet scenic grounds. Large common area available for groups. Over sized room. Great butt washer on toilet. 😊 Easy walk to Dunes park . Helpful staff. Short, easy drive to restaurants. Washer & dryer available. Very pleasant experience.
10
Sophie
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Just a lovely place to stay with family. So many nice details and amenities including a fire pit outside which was a great place to hang out. We stayed in the family suite and the kitchenette came fully stocked with what we needed — there were even coffee filters! We felt right at home and we will definitely be coming back.
Just a lovely place to stay with family. So many nice details and amenities including a fire pit outside which was a great place to hang out. We stayed in the family suite and the kitchenette came fully stocked with what we needed — there were even coffee filters! We felt right at home and we will definitely be coming back.
8
Lorena
26 Jun 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
Very helpful owners! Great location. Easy access through codes was ideal for a late check in with my kids & our pup. Would like to try a bigger room next time.
Very helpful owners! Great location. Easy access through codes was ideal for a late check in with my kids & our pup. Would like to try a bigger room next time.
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Cleanliness
Interiors are generally clean and well kept, with several guests praising spotless rooms and bathrooms. A few noted lapses such as a room not ready, minor maintenance issues, or exterior trash.
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Deborah
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, comfortable accommodations. Nearby the dunes state park and the town of Chesterton
Clean, comfortable accommodations. Nearby the dunes state park and the town of Chesterton
8
Linda
12 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Trash under balcony. The second floor room was too difficult to climb for my 82 year-old husband. Really liked the first floor with room for 7 to sleep. Lived the books in each room. Hostess responded ver quickly to my questions. Some confusion on getting into the two rooms, likely our fault in not reading the text well enough. Beautiful house, well appointed bathrooms and very clean. Loved the moldings and oak floors.
Trash under balcony. The second floor room was too difficult to climb for my 82 year-old husband. Really liked the first floor with room for 7 to sleep. Lived the books in each room. Hostess responded ver quickly to my questions. Some confusion on getting into the two rooms, likely our fault in not reading the text well enough. Beautiful house, well appointed bathrooms and very clean. Loved the moldings and oak floors.
8
Orin
24 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our ac wouldn’t work and the room was not the cleanest but it was a nice building that was fun to stay in.
Our ac wouldn’t work and the room was not the cleanest but it was a nice building that was fun to stay in.
10
Aurora
17 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean and friendly
Clean and friendly
8
Jack D
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very cool place! The inside was clean; bedding, bathroom, floors, kitchen, etc. The kitchen faucet is in need of repair but functional. Only negative- The outside grounds were really in need of some TLC, specifically the trash around the outside and under the porches. Overall we really liked the place and would recommend it, and stay, again. Bonus points for allowing dogs, you’d never know it was a pet friendly place from the excellent condition on the interior. We all enjoyed it.
Very cool place! The inside was clean; bedding, bathroom, floors, kitchen, etc. The kitchen faucet is in need of repair but functional. Only negative- The outside grounds were really in need of some TLC, specifically the trash around the outside and under the porches. Overall we really liked the place and would recommend it, and stay, again. Bonus points for allowing dogs, you’d never know it was a pet friendly place from the excellent condition on the interior. We all enjoyed it.
6
James
24 Aug 2024
·
Stayed 2 nights
When you pull up you have no idea where to park or enter. When we did figure out where to park there was a deck on the back of the facility that was filled with trash under it. We finally got in entered our code and there was someone in the room cleaning. We left to explore the area and came back. It was very dark in the parking area which was in the grass on a steep hill and was hard to see until you got to the entrance and a motion light came on. The room itself was clean but furniture was old and very uncomfortable. The location was convenient to the beaches and dunes. It is hard to get past the initial impression so if the outside was cleaned up it would be a very nice place. If you are going to this area although this place was adequate I would recommend looking for a better option.
When you pull up you have no idea where to park or enter. When we did figure out where to park there was a deck on the back of the facility that was filled with trash under it. We finally got in entered our code and there was someone in the room cleaning. We left to explore the area and came back. It was very dark in the parking area which was in the grass on a steep hill and was hard to see until you got to the entrance and a motion light came on. The room itself was clean but furniture was old and very uncomfortable. The location was convenient to the beaches and dunes. It is hard to get past the initial impression so if the outside was cleaned up it would be a very nice place. If you are going to this area although this place was adequate I would recommend looking for a better option.
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Diana
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
When I pulled up, I was unsure I was @ the right place. There was no clear signs or parking, we parked in the yard, there was garbage & junk all over the yard, check in was unclear, a maintenance guy was hanging out at the property but didn't speak English, rooms had broken furniture, food left in fridge, nasty coffee pot & no way to communicate with a property manager. The hotel also sits off a main road & train tracks & you hear that all nighr. It was a very uncomfortable & uneasy stay!
When I pulled up, I was unsure I was @ the right place. There was no clear signs or parking, we parked in the yard, there was garbage & junk all over the yard, check in was unclear, a maintenance guy was hanging out at the property but didn't speak English, rooms had broken furniture, food left in fridge, nasty coffee pot & no way to communicate with a property manager. The hotel also sits off a main road & train tracks & you hear that all nighr. It was a very uncomfortable & uneasy stay!
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Mark
11 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nicely redone home. Unfortunately my room was not made up upon arrival (around 9:30pm), but the manager promptly placed me in another that was very clean and comfortable. Road noise a bit bothersome at times.
Nicely redone home. Unfortunately my room was not made up upon arrival (around 9:30pm), but the manager promptly placed me in another that was very clean and comfortable. Road noise a bit bothersome at times.
10
Hannah
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Furness Mansion was lovely! First thing I noticed when I walked it was how good it smelled and how clean it was. Our room was the same. We stayed with our young kids after visiting the Dunes. Little noise from the road out front but not terrible. Comfortable, quaint stay! Would stay again.
The Furness Mansion was lovely! First thing I noticed when I walked it was how good it smelled and how clean it was. Our room was the same. We stayed with our young kids after visiting the Dunes. Little noise from the road out front but not terrible. Comfortable, quaint stay! Would stay again.
10
Lisa L.
25 Jan 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Really cool home with comfortable beds. Very clean! Great location, close to Lake Michigan and lots of beaches. Restaurants close by. Perfect for a large group. If you plan to cook a lot, may need to bring a cooler for some items as there are several mini refrigerators but no full size ones.
Really cool home with comfortable beds. Very clean! Great location, close to Lake Michigan and lots of beaches. Restaurants close by. Perfect for a large group. If you plan to cook a lot, may need to bring a cooler for some items as there are several mini refrigerators but no full size ones.
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Rooms
Rooms are spacious and comfortable in a characterful, renovated setting, with suites that work well for families and groups. Traffic and train noise affects some rooms, stairs are required for upper floors, and a few report AC or TV quirks.
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Jody
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very roomy in the sleeping/living area. Nice to have laundry available! Nice fire pit area and outdoor seating. The outside swing's seat is moldy. A dining table for 4 people in a suite that sleeps 10? Shower makes a high pitched squeel on and off, but can be quieted by turning the shower off and back on.
Very roomy in the sleeping/living area. Nice to have laundry available! Nice fire pit area and outdoor seating. The outside swing's seat is moldy. A dining table for 4 people in a suite that sleeps 10? Shower makes a high pitched squeel on and off, but can be quieted by turning the shower off and back on.
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Charles
5 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location with spacious rooms in a romantic setting. Close to the dunes and a nearby town with lots of restaurants. It is a great place to stay with a family and pet for a longer term stay at the parks.
Beautiful location with spacious rooms in a romantic setting. Close to the dunes and a nearby town with lots of restaurants. It is a great place to stay with a family and pet for a longer term stay at the parks.
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Anne
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean. No staff onsite. Unfortunately our room 203 is located on Hwy 20. We could not close the windows due to window a/c. It made for a sleepless mights due to highway noise.
Room was clean. No staff onsite. Unfortunately our room 203 is located on Hwy 20. We could not close the windows due to window a/c. It made for a sleepless mights due to highway noise.
8
Karen
17 Oct 2024
·
Stayed 1 night
As someone who regularly seeks out historic and interesting accommodations while traveling, I really wanted to love this property. But overall I'd say it was good but not great. The building is located right next to an extremely noisy, very heavily trafficked road, with trucks and cars whizzing by all day and all night. The room was upstairs so we had to make a few trips hauling our luggage to our room (we travel with our dog, food boxes and a cooler as well as our bags). Parking was on a hilly, uneven, grassy area that was pretty wet and muddy. The room was really cold on arrival and as others have noted, room information about heating and working the TV is lacking. I chose this room because it had a small kitchen, but there were no bowls, so I had to eat cereal out of a coffee mug. There were knives and spoons but no forks. And no Kleenex. On the plus side, it was nicely restored, dog-friendly and had a laundry (much appreciated on a long road trip). The sitting room downstairs was lovely, but we didn't use it. There's so much potential here, but for us it missed the mark.
As someone who regularly seeks out historic and interesting accommodations while traveling, I really wanted to love this property. But overall I'd say it was good but not great. The building is located right next to an extremely noisy, very heavily trafficked road, with trucks and cars whizzing by all day and all night. The room was upstairs so we had to make a few trips hauling our luggage to our room (we travel with our dog, food boxes and a cooler as well as our bags). Parking was on a hilly, uneven, grassy area that was pretty wet and muddy. The room was really cold on arrival and as others have noted, room information about heating and working the TV is lacking. I chose this room because it had a small kitchen, but there were no bowls, so I had to eat cereal out of a coffee mug. There were knives and spoons but no forks. And no Kleenex. On the plus side, it was nicely restored, dog-friendly and had a laundry (much appreciated on a long road trip). The sitting room downstairs was lovely, but we didn't use it. There's so much potential here, but for us it missed the mark.
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Orin
24 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Our ac wouldn’t work and the room was not the cleanest but it was a nice building that was fun to stay in.
Our ac wouldn’t work and the room was not the cleanest but it was a nice building that was fun to stay in.
8
Dale
10 Jun 2025
·
Stayed 2 nights
It is evident the owners have sought to make an upscale place to stay, with little touches (like a nicely decorated lobby with massage chair or the heated bidet toilet seat). When we stayed, there were only another 2 rooms occupied. It was quiet in the room, except for highway noise due to a gap in the window at top due to a good window AC unit. A towel wedged in that gap, plus forcing the AC fan to stay on made for a quiet night's sleep). The house was apparently built in 1881. I wish I knew more about the history of the house. It's a good central location to visit Indiana dunes national Park.
It is evident the owners have sought to make an upscale place to stay, with little touches (like a nicely decorated lobby with massage chair or the heated bidet toilet seat). When we stayed, there were only another 2 rooms occupied. It was quiet in the room, except for highway noise due to a gap in the window at top due to a good window AC unit. A towel wedged in that gap, plus forcing the AC fan to stay on made for a quiet night's sleep). The house was apparently built in 1881. I wish I knew more about the history of the house. It's a good central location to visit Indiana dunes national Park.
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J
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Had a great stay for 1 night. Had a room on the 2nd floor and didn't care for how much noise the upstairs folks were making til later in the night. Couldn't figure out the TV but ended up just going to bed. Bed was comfy, pillows were good. Property was cute and well maintained. Would totally stay here again!
Had a great stay for 1 night. Had a room on the 2nd floor and didn't care for how much noise the upstairs folks were making til later in the night. Couldn't figure out the TV but ended up just going to bed. Bed was comfy, pillows were good. Property was cute and well maintained. Would totally stay here again!
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james
4 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Newly renovated mansion on rustic, yet scenic grounds. Large common area available for groups. Over sized room. Great butt washer on toilet. 😊 Easy walk to Dunes park . Helpful staff. Short, easy drive to restaurants. Washer & dryer available. Very pleasant experience.
Newly renovated mansion on rustic, yet scenic grounds. Large common area available for groups. Over sized room. Great butt washer on toilet. 😊 Easy walk to Dunes park . Helpful staff. Short, easy drive to restaurants. Washer & dryer available. Very pleasant experience.
8
Mark
11 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nicely redone home. Unfortunately my room was not made up upon arrival (around 9:30pm), but the manager promptly placed me in another that was very clean and comfortable. Road noise a bit bothersome at times.
Nicely redone home. Unfortunately my room was not made up upon arrival (around 9:30pm), but the manager promptly placed me in another that was very clean and comfortable. Road noise a bit bothersome at times.
10
Lisa L.
25 Jan 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Really cool home with comfortable beds. Very clean! Great location, close to Lake Michigan and lots of beaches. Restaurants close by. Perfect for a large group. If you plan to cook a lot, may need to bring a cooler for some items as there are several mini refrigerators but no full size ones.
Really cool home with comfortable beds. Very clean! Great location, close to Lake Michigan and lots of beaches. Restaurants close by. Perfect for a large group. If you plan to cook a lot, may need to bring a cooler for some items as there are several mini refrigerators but no full size ones.
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Service
Owners are friendly and responsive via text, and contactless entry works well for many. However, there is no front desk and some guests reported confusing check in instructions or entry code problems.
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Michael
16 Sept 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Loved the location close to the parks, the building and grounds. Room upgrade appreciated. Seniors and dog owners should know that stairs are needed to reach rooms, and some instructions for TV, air conditioning, etc. would be helpful.
Loved the location close to the parks, the building and grounds. Room upgrade appreciated. Seniors and dog owners should know that stairs are needed to reach rooms, and some instructions for TV, air conditioning, etc. would be helpful.
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Jennifer
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Charming place to stay. No contact check in and out is amazing. Close to the dunes.
Charming place to stay. No contact check in and out is amazing. Close to the dunes.
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SUSAN
10 Nov 2024
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Stayed 1 night
No front desk at this "mansion." They texted a code to get in the front door, the room number, and a code to get in the room. After trying the main door code about a dozen times, we couldn't get in. The code didn't work. We rang the doorbell, but got no answer. Since it was dark and chilly, we left and went elsewhere. We have not stayed here, so cannot make any other review. It did look nice through the window.
No front desk at this "mansion." They texted a code to get in the front door, the room number, and a code to get in the room. After trying the main door code about a dozen times, we couldn't get in. The code didn't work. We rang the doorbell, but got no answer. Since it was dark and chilly, we left and went elsewhere. We have not stayed here, so cannot make any other review. It did look nice through the window.
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Anne
20 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Room was clean. No staff onsite. Unfortunately our room 203 is located on Hwy 20. We could not close the windows due to window a/c. It made for a sleepless mights due to highway noise.
Room was clean. No staff onsite. Unfortunately our room 203 is located on Hwy 20. We could not close the windows due to window a/c. It made for a sleepless mights due to highway noise.
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Nicole
1 Jul 2025
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Stayed 1 night
This was a lovely place to stay...such a nice surprise as we booked at the last minute. We would stay here again for sure! The owner was very accomodating, and the hotel is beautiful...perfectly described as a boutique hotel. Loved it.
This was a lovely place to stay...such a nice surprise as we booked at the last minute. We would stay here again for sure! The owner was very accomodating, and the hotel is beautiful...perfectly described as a boutique hotel. Loved it.
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Mark
11 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Nicely redone home. Unfortunately my room was not made up upon arrival (around 9:30pm), but the manager promptly placed me in another that was very clean and comfortable. Road noise a bit bothersome at times.
Nicely redone home. Unfortunately my room was not made up upon arrival (around 9:30pm), but the manager promptly placed me in another that was very clean and comfortable. Road noise a bit bothersome at times.
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jennifer
10 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
The Furness is a neat building in a nice area. We were not sure how or who would be checking us in ..we came in through the door closest to the parking and just stood there. No official greeting or idea what to do. Once we made a phone call, we were given directions and codes by text. The room is nice and we liked the ‘extras’, but we felt a bit lost in the entire check- in. The Tv is set for Prime, but you can’t access anything. One of the best parts was the very late check- out, the walk to the School House shop, and the cemetery. We will stay again.. we think?
The Furness is a neat building in a nice area. We were not sure how or who would be checking us in ..we came in through the door closest to the parking and just stood there. No official greeting or idea what to do. Once we made a phone call, we were given directions and codes by text. The room is nice and we liked the ‘extras’, but we felt a bit lost in the entire check- in. The Tv is set for Prime, but you can’t access anything. One of the best parts was the very late check- out, the walk to the School House shop, and the cemetery. We will stay again.. we think?
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Jauffmick
31 Aug 2024
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Stayed 5 nights
The property was “homey” and well kept. It provided a “countryside” environment and it was nearby Indiana Dunes and 60-90 minutes from Chicago Metro area. If you don’t mind the drive to the city, it allowed balance of both country & city. Staff was generally responsive, particularly the day of check-in and during stay, primarily via text. It’s a nice property and idea for lodging. It felt like a home.
The property was “homey” and well kept. It provided a “countryside” environment and it was nearby Indiana Dunes and 60-90 minutes from Chicago Metro area. If you don’t mind the drive to the city, it allowed balance of both country & city. Staff was generally responsive, particularly the day of check-in and during stay, primarily via text. It’s a nice property and idea for lodging. It felt like a home.
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Mike
18 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We stayed in hotel room after hotel room. This place was incredible! So much value for the money spent! We stayed in the family suite. The owner was responsive in minutes. Take your family there! We will definitely be back.
We stayed in hotel room after hotel room. This place was incredible! So much value for the money spent! We stayed in the family suite. The owner was responsive in minutes. Take your family there! We will definitely be back.
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Lorena
26 Jun 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very helpful owners! Great location. Easy access through codes was ideal for a late check in with my kids & our pup. Would like to try a bigger room next time.
Very helpful owners! Great location. Easy access through codes was ideal for a late check in with my kids & our pup. Would like to try a bigger room next time.
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Location
Very convenient for Indiana Dunes, Lake Michigan beaches, and nearby Chesterton and restaurants. The trade off is proximity to a busy road and occasional train noise.
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Marilyn R.
21 Aug 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We enjoyed our family weekend at this location. It was great to have our individual suites for privacy, yet space to gather too. The house is lovely and well-appointed. Outdoor spaces could be improved, i.e., lighting, seating, etc., and can be quite noisy with traffic closeby and trains. The location is great for park access.
We enjoyed our family weekend at this location. It was great to have our individual suites for privacy, yet space to gather too. The house is lovely and well-appointed. Outdoor spaces could be improved, i.e., lighting, seating, etc., and can be quite noisy with traffic closeby and trains. The location is great for park access.
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Jennifer
15 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Charming place to stay. No contact check in and out is amazing. Close to the dunes.
Charming place to stay. No contact check in and out is amazing. Close to the dunes.
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Deborah
27 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Clean, comfortable accommodations. Nearby the dunes state park and the town of Chesterton
Clean, comfortable accommodations. Nearby the dunes state park and the town of Chesterton
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Charles
5 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful location with spacious rooms in a romantic setting. Close to the dunes and a nearby town with lots of restaurants. It is a great place to stay with a family and pet for a longer term stay at the parks.
Beautiful location with spacious rooms in a romantic setting. Close to the dunes and a nearby town with lots of restaurants. It is a great place to stay with a family and pet for a longer term stay at the parks.
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Karen
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
As someone who regularly seeks out historic and interesting accommodations while traveling, I really wanted to love this property. But overall I'd say it was good but not great. The building is located right next to an extremely noisy, very heavily trafficked road, with trucks and cars whizzing by all day and all night. The room was upstairs so we had to make a few trips hauling our luggage to our room (we travel with our dog, food boxes and a cooler as well as our bags). Parking was on a hilly, uneven, grassy area that was pretty wet and muddy. The room was really cold on arrival and as others have noted, room information about heating and working the TV is lacking. I chose this room because it had a small kitchen, but there were no bowls, so I had to eat cereal out of a coffee mug. There were knives and spoons but no forks. And no Kleenex. On the plus side, it was nicely restored, dog-friendly and had a laundry (much appreciated on a long road trip). The sitting room downstairs was lovely, but we didn't use it. There's so much potential here, but for us it missed the mark.
As someone who regularly seeks out historic and interesting accommodations while traveling, I really wanted to love this property. But overall I'd say it was good but not great. The building is located right next to an extremely noisy, very heavily trafficked road, with trucks and cars whizzing by all day and all night. The room was upstairs so we had to make a few trips hauling our luggage to our room (we travel with our dog, food boxes and a cooler as well as our bags). Parking was on a hilly, uneven, grassy area that was pretty wet and muddy. The room was really cold on arrival and as others have noted, room information about heating and working the TV is lacking. I chose this room because it had a small kitchen, but there were no bowls, so I had to eat cereal out of a coffee mug. There were knives and spoons but no forks. And no Kleenex. On the plus side, it was nicely restored, dog-friendly and had a laundry (much appreciated on a long road trip). The sitting room downstairs was lovely, but we didn't use it. There's so much potential here, but for us it missed the mark.
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Glenn
16 Jun 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Unique, affordable getaway location. Comfortable accommodations for a large family. Very close to beautiful beaches.
Unique, affordable getaway location. Comfortable accommodations for a large family. Very close to beautiful beaches.
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Dale
10 Jun 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
It is evident the owners have sought to make an upscale place to stay, with little touches (like a nicely decorated lobby with massage chair or the heated bidet toilet seat). When we stayed, there were only another 2 rooms occupied. It was quiet in the room, except for highway noise due to a gap in the window at top due to a good window AC unit. A towel wedged in that gap, plus forcing the AC fan to stay on made for a quiet night's sleep). The house was apparently built in 1881. I wish I knew more about the history of the house. It's a good central location to visit Indiana dunes national Park.
It is evident the owners have sought to make an upscale place to stay, with little touches (like a nicely decorated lobby with massage chair or the heated bidet toilet seat). When we stayed, there were only another 2 rooms occupied. It was quiet in the room, except for highway noise due to a gap in the window at top due to a good window AC unit. A towel wedged in that gap, plus forcing the AC fan to stay on made for a quiet night's sleep). The house was apparently built in 1881. I wish I knew more about the history of the house. It's a good central location to visit Indiana dunes national Park.
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Diana
25 Aug 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
When I pulled up, I was unsure I was @ the right place. There was no clear signs or parking, we parked in the yard, there was garbage & junk all over the yard, check in was unclear, a maintenance guy was hanging out at the property but didn't speak English, rooms had broken furniture, food left in fridge, nasty coffee pot & no way to communicate with a property manager. The hotel also sits off a main road & train tracks & you hear that all nighr. It was a very uncomfortable & uneasy stay!
When I pulled up, I was unsure I was @ the right place. There was no clear signs or parking, we parked in the yard, there was garbage & junk all over the yard, check in was unclear, a maintenance guy was hanging out at the property but didn't speak English, rooms had broken furniture, food left in fridge, nasty coffee pot & no way to communicate with a property manager. The hotel also sits off a main road & train tracks & you hear that all nighr. It was a very uncomfortable & uneasy stay!
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james
4 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Newly renovated mansion on rustic, yet scenic grounds. Large common area available for groups. Over sized room. Great butt washer on toilet. 😊 Easy walk to Dunes park . Helpful staff. Short, easy drive to restaurants. Washer & dryer available. Very pleasant experience.
Newly renovated mansion on rustic, yet scenic grounds. Large common area available for groups. Over sized room. Great butt washer on toilet. 😊 Easy walk to Dunes park . Helpful staff. Short, easy drive to restaurants. Washer & dryer available. Very pleasant experience.
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Hannah
23 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The Furness Mansion was lovely! First thing I noticed when I walked it was how good it smelled and how clean it was. Our room was the same. We stayed with our young kids after visiting the Dunes. Little noise from the road out front but not terrible. Comfortable, quaint stay! Would stay again.
The Furness Mansion was lovely! First thing I noticed when I walked it was how good it smelled and how clean it was. Our room was the same. We stayed with our young kids after visiting the Dunes. Little noise from the road out front but not terrible. Comfortable, quaint stay! Would stay again.
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Dining
Several suites have kitchenettes that are handy for simple meals. Guests often mention limited cookware or utensils and mini fridges rather than full sized ones, so heavy cooking or large group storage can be challenging.
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Susan R.
8 Aug 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Sixteen of our family members came to the area to join a larger family reunion in LaPorte. We had a great experience at DunesWalk Inn and were able to take advantage of being sooo very close to the Dunes and Lake Michigan. We were given all the details needed for check-in and leaving and the home was so comfortable and beautiful in every way. The only thing I would mention is that the kitchenettes in the various suites have small refrigerators and very limited cooking and eating supplies if you have a larger group and plan to cook or bake quite a bit or need quite a bit of fridge space. But we made it work! We would highly recommend this large, lovely home to anyone coming with a bigger group to NW Indiana. Thanks so much for hosting us well!
Sixteen of our family members came to the area to join a larger family reunion in LaPorte. We had a great experience at DunesWalk Inn and were able to take advantage of being sooo very close to the Dunes and Lake Michigan. We were given all the details needed for check-in and leaving and the home was so comfortable and beautiful in every way. The only thing I would mention is that the kitchenettes in the various suites have small refrigerators and very limited cooking and eating supplies if you have a larger group and plan to cook or bake quite a bit or need quite a bit of fridge space. But we made it work! We would highly recommend this large, lovely home to anyone coming with a bigger group to NW Indiana. Thanks so much for hosting us well!
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Jody
29 Jun 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Very roomy in the sleeping/living area. Nice to have laundry available! Nice fire pit area and outdoor seating. The outside swing's seat is moldy. A dining table for 4 people in a suite that sleeps 10? Shower makes a high pitched squeel on and off, but can be quieted by turning the shower off and back on.
Very roomy in the sleeping/living area. Nice to have laundry available! Nice fire pit area and outdoor seating. The outside swing's seat is moldy. A dining table for 4 people in a suite that sleeps 10? Shower makes a high pitched squeel on and off, but can be quieted by turning the shower off and back on.
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Amy
20 Jan 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Great little place to stay near the Dunes. Great amenities especially for the reasonable price. Dog friendly!
Great little place to stay near the Dunes. Great amenities especially for the reasonable price. Dog friendly!
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Won
28 May 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Room is big and including everything that you need. Especially there's kitchen in the unit. That helps a lot.
Room is big and including everything that you need. Especially there's kitchen in the unit. That helps a lot.
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Karen
17 Oct 2024
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Stayed 1 night
As someone who regularly seeks out historic and interesting accommodations while traveling, I really wanted to love this property. But overall I'd say it was good but not great. The building is located right next to an extremely noisy, very heavily trafficked road, with trucks and cars whizzing by all day and all night. The room was upstairs so we had to make a few trips hauling our luggage to our room (we travel with our dog, food boxes and a cooler as well as our bags). Parking was on a hilly, uneven, grassy area that was pretty wet and muddy. The room was really cold on arrival and as others have noted, room information about heating and working the TV is lacking. I chose this room because it had a small kitchen, but there were no bowls, so I had to eat cereal out of a coffee mug. There were knives and spoons but no forks. And no Kleenex. On the plus side, it was nicely restored, dog-friendly and had a laundry (much appreciated on a long road trip). The sitting room downstairs was lovely, but we didn't use it. There's so much potential here, but for us it missed the mark.
As someone who regularly seeks out historic and interesting accommodations while traveling, I really wanted to love this property. But overall I'd say it was good but not great. The building is located right next to an extremely noisy, very heavily trafficked road, with trucks and cars whizzing by all day and all night. The room was upstairs so we had to make a few trips hauling our luggage to our room (we travel with our dog, food boxes and a cooler as well as our bags). Parking was on a hilly, uneven, grassy area that was pretty wet and muddy. The room was really cold on arrival and as others have noted, room information about heating and working the TV is lacking. I chose this room because it had a small kitchen, but there were no bowls, so I had to eat cereal out of a coffee mug. There were knives and spoons but no forks. And no Kleenex. On the plus side, it was nicely restored, dog-friendly and had a laundry (much appreciated on a long road trip). The sitting room downstairs was lovely, but we didn't use it. There's so much potential here, but for us it missed the mark.
8
Jack D
8 Jul 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Very cool place! The inside was clean; bedding, bathroom, floors, kitchen, etc. The kitchen faucet is in need of repair but functional. Only negative- The outside grounds were really in need of some TLC, specifically the trash around the outside and under the porches. Overall we really liked the place and would recommend it, and stay, again. Bonus points for allowing dogs, you’d never know it was a pet friendly place from the excellent condition on the interior. We all enjoyed it.
Very cool place! The inside was clean; bedding, bathroom, floors, kitchen, etc. The kitchen faucet is in need of repair but functional. Only negative- The outside grounds were really in need of some TLC, specifically the trash around the outside and under the porches. Overall we really liked the place and would recommend it, and stay, again. Bonus points for allowing dogs, you’d never know it was a pet friendly place from the excellent condition on the interior. We all enjoyed it.
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Susan
24 Aug 2024
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Stayed 1 night
It was very quiet and private. Big room with Refrigerator Parking was in the grass behind the property. Uneven walking to door.
It was very quiet and private. Big room with Refrigerator Parking was in the grass behind the property. Uneven walking to door.
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Sophie
13 Jul 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Just a lovely place to stay with family. So many nice details and amenities including a fire pit outside which was a great place to hang out. We stayed in the family suite and the kitchenette came fully stocked with what we needed — there were even coffee filters! We felt right at home and we will definitely be coming back.
Just a lovely place to stay with family. So many nice details and amenities including a fire pit outside which was a great place to hang out. We stayed in the family suite and the kitchenette came fully stocked with what we needed — there were even coffee filters! We felt right at home and we will definitely be coming back.
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Trinity
6 May 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
AC unit leaking, refrigerator too small, no pots or pans, was told that I would have the first level I had the 3rd (had surgery on foot I could barely navigate the stairs, not ample parking, neighbors threatened to slash my son’s tires, no broom or dust pan and mice were in the room my cat decapitated them. We woke up to a mouse massacre.
AC unit leaking, refrigerator too small, no pots or pans, was told that I would have the first level I had the 3rd (had surgery on foot I could barely navigate the stairs, not ample parking, neighbors threatened to slash my son’s tires, no broom or dust pan and mice were in the room my cat decapitated them. We woke up to a mouse massacre.
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Lisa L.
25 Jan 2022
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Stayed 3 nights
Really cool home with comfortable beds. Very clean! Great location, close to Lake Michigan and lots of beaches. Restaurants close by. Perfect for a large group. If you plan to cook a lot, may need to bring a cooler for some items as there are several mini refrigerators but no full size ones.
Really cool home with comfortable beds. Very clean! Great location, close to Lake Michigan and lots of beaches. Restaurants close by. Perfect for a large group. If you plan to cook a lot, may need to bring a cooler for some items as there are several mini refrigerators but no full size ones.
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Stacey
1 Oct 2026
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Stayed 1 night
One of my favorite new places to stay!! Absolute Grm!!
One of my favorite new places to stay!! Absolute Grm!!
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SAMANTHA
22 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The room was lovely and the property was very nice. It was just a short drive to the Indiana dunes state park!
The room was lovely and the property was very nice. It was just a short drive to the Indiana dunes state park!
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Greg
12 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
The bed was very stiff and the hotel is just off a major road and rail line. Nearly impossible to get a decent night’s sleep.
The bed was very stiff and the hotel is just off a major road and rail line. Nearly impossible to get a decent night’s sleep.
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Corrie
4 Sept 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Wonderful place to stop for a night and close to the beaches!
Wonderful place to stop for a night and close to the beaches!
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Michael
30 Aug 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Nice Place. Great communication.
Nice Place. Great communication.
FAQs about Furness Mansion
Is parking available at the property?
Free self-parking is available on-site, including secured and uncovered options. No reservation is required.
Does the hotel allow pets?
Pets are allowed with a fee of USD 30 per pet, per day, and a maximum fee of USD 100 per stay, plus a one-time cleaning fee of USD 20. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 11:59 PM, and check-out is at 12:00 PM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request, but additional charges may apply.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property offers limited wheelchair accessibility, including a wheelchair-accessible registration desk and parking. There are no elevators as the property is single-level.
What is the location of the hotel in relation to nearby attractions?
The hotel is located near Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park, within a 5-minute drive. Key attractions include Indiana Dunes State Park (1.3 mi), Wykes-Plampin Nature Preserve (2.2 mi), and Kemil Beach (2.3 mi).
What are the hotel's policies regarding children?
Children are allowed at the property, but specific age policies for free stays are not provided.
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- 2026-11-17: 133.39256050148012USD
- 2026-11-18: 134.370225568161USD
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- 2026-11-20: 163.41537335533144USD
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- 2026-12-07: 132.93058737079622USD
- 2026-12-08: 136.33647136276247USD
- 2026-12-09: 132.3144455663681USD
- 2026-12-10: 136.58549455417634USD
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- 2027-01-01: 163.91341973815918USD
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There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Prior to arrival, guests must complete online registration with the property via a secure link. Guests will be asked to provide the property with a copy of their government-issued photo ID before arrival.
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and smart lock details. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
- Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
- Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
- This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
- This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
- Reservations are required for massage services. Reservations can be made by contacting the hotel prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
- Pet fee: USD 75 per accommodation, per stay (maximum USD 100 per stay)
- Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
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No Elevator (Single Level)
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Wheelchair Accessible (Limited)
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