I had an absolutely wonderful stay At Home in the Woods Bed & Breakfast in Chesterton, enjoying a…read morestay in the Denali Treehouse. This loft-style suite thoughtfully overlooks the woods and offers a private entrance, deck, and modern comforts--coffee maker, refrigerator, microwave, and a spacious walk-in shower with skylight Scott and Vicky were exceptional hosts--so warm and welcoming. I felt completely safe and well cared for during my entire stay. The grounds are stunning, with wildlife, a pool, and hot tub adding to the serene, peaceful setting The Denali Treehouse was not only private and cozy but also fully equipped for relaxation. Between soaking in the hot tub, lounging by the pool, and enjoying my own deck, it was the perfect escape. Thank you, Vicky and Scott, for an outstanding experience. I'll definitely be coming back!

RUN FROM THIS B&B!…read more The place seemed beautiful & amazing at first, but then we noticed dust & dirt in the room, a dirty bathroom & evidence of bedbugs in the matress. When we politely brought it up to the owners, they were nice at first, but then became really rude & accusatory. They also refused to refund us so we left. I would NEVER stay at a B&B like this & highly recommend finding other arrangements in the area, because this place is AWFUL!

I stayed here over Thanksgiving weekend to check out the Indiana Dunes. I stayed in a spa room,…read morewhich was amazing! Staff was friendly and helpful with any questions. Breakfast had waffles, bagels, cereal, and I believe eggs. The waffles were always good. I enjoyed the pool several times. I absolutely loved relaxing in the room spa tub after long days of hiking in the chilly air. Each room also had a small balcony on the floor I was on. The only downside is the walls are quite thin. I was privy to an entire argument (while I was trying to nap) as well as the ensuing "make up". Needless to say, my nap ended pretty quick and I headed back out to explore more of the area. Overall, the hotel was lovely and I would stay here again.

My Grandmother taught to the "If you can't say something nice don't say anything at all. ". This…read moretime I will make an exception. Run like the wind! Do Not Stay here. Our room smelled like a high school boys locker room, was musty and looked like they'd had a frat party recently with the torn off towel bars, loose panels and crusty windows. It was damp, slimy and we couldn't leave soon enough. Learn from our mistakes.

On a lark I decided to try the Valparaiso Inn on the way home from a road trip that crashed and…read moreburned due to a check engine light It was a great experience! Pricing was in line with hundreds of other rooms I have had at Hotels across America, Asia and Europe. The personal touch the owner, Jim added to the experience was amazing! Tea, when I checked followed By Tea and handmade breakfast. All the rooms have in-suite bathrooms, Jim did all the work on the renovations! Over 4 years, the workmanship was incredible! Though not on my way to anyplace I am likely to go, I will definitely stay here again. As an FYI, I have over 2300 nights at Bonvoy properties and a few hundred spread across other hotel chains. I know great rooms and an exceptional experience

I've never stayed at a Bed & Breakfast so I had no idea what to expect. First, I was unaware that…read morecheck-in time was between 3-6 PM so I felt bad that we arrived after 8 PM. However, Jim (the owner and host), was extremely gracious and welcoming. We went straight to our rooms after a brief "interview" with Jim. Necessary to determine our likes and dislikes for breakfast. Our rooms were beautiful. Impeccably kept. We learned Jim is responsible for laying the tile in the bathrooms. There aren't any televisions in the rooms on purpose. I'll be sure to pack a book next time I stay at a B&B. Our daughter was with us so it was nice to visit with her instead of being distracted by a television. Our first morning, we had breakfast with a few of the other guests. Jim prepared Scrambled Eggs served in a Roasted Bell Pepper, with Asparagus, Garlic Grits (AMAZING), salad and fruit. Prior to receiving our main breakfast course, we were served warm, cinnamon bananas and also a chocolate croissant. The next morning, we had a private breakfast. We were served Poached Pears, a Carrot Cake muffin, followed by Quiche, Potatoes, Sausage, & fruit. Both days, Jim catered to my daughter's dislike of eggs making her French Toast with Cinnamon Apples the first day and Oatmeal with Cinnamon Apples (our suggestion) the second day. The entire Inn is very inviting. Jim sat with us at breakfast our second and last morning and shared his story with us. Highly recommend the Valparaiso Inn. So glad we were booked here.

My boyfriend booked us a stay for Valentine's Day and it was soo much more than we expected. He…read morebooked the ultimate package which came with cheese crackers and sparkling beverage upon arrival, a couple's massage, dinner & breakfast. Everything was awesome from the host Eff & Barb's customer service and their masseuse. The bnb is totally worth it.. private areas and hot tub was large enough for my boyfriend who is 6'0.lol

We visited the Songbird during COVID-19, because we needed relaxation and everything else was…read moreclosed. We had never visited a b&b before and wanted to give it a shot. We were so impressed by the tranquil accommodations and Barbara and Efrain were so welcoming! The decor was beautifully bird themed, but not cheesy. Gorgeous really. The speakers and large windows in the dining room made hearing and seeing the birds outside very enjoyable. Barbara prepared a delicious breakfast of fresh fruit, juice, and French toast sooffle. The room had an electric fireplace, turned on by a switch right next to the bed, and the huge jacuzzi tub! OH the jacuzzi tub!! It was easy to find. What can I say?? It was dope!

This place was so cool! The owners are very kind. They were a husband and wife duo that actually…read moreraised their kids in this huge home. They're very welcoming and accommodating. The breakfast was pretty good, and I loved having the windows opened with a breeze. We would've been sharing a bathroom with another room if the room had been booked, so that's something to consider. But we had the whole place to ourselves since we booked on a Sunday night. I loved the location! So close to whatever you may need, but it feels like it's in the middle of nowhere. They also have a cute pup. Loved it! Last comment that I'll add--I saw someone review that this place smells like cigarette smoke. It didn't at all. I'm actually highly sensitive to cigarette smoke, often having allergic reactions. I didn't react at all!

The Main House was set up very nicely! The breakfast was great! The bedrooms are set up stairs…read morealong with the lounge area. Bedrooms do not have their own bathroom. However, we stayed in the Cambridge Cottage during the cold month of January. There isn't a furnace, only a wall unit space heater. (And there was a window air conditioner.) The ceiling had leaks, the walls were dripping and the windows were rotting. Lots of TLC needed in there! We chose the Cottage for privacy, but definitely should have stayed in the main house. We contacted the phone number given to us about the heat issue, but our voice mail was never returned...still to this day. Thank goodness that there were extra blankets in the drawer, because we used 3 down blankets that evening to stay warm. Could not use the shower, since it was so cold in the Cottage. The bedroom was in the upstairs loft, there was a kitchenette with a microwave and small refrigerator. Regular bathtub with shower. No fireplace. The entryway blinds were broken, they would not slide shut. Stay in the Main House, if you don't mind sharing a bathroom!

We had a second floor, lake view, 2 queen bed room. The covered patio was nice to go out and look…read moreat the birds visiting the lake. An eagle flew in, 2 mute swans, ducks, and other birds. We enjoyed the patio. The breakfast was just ok. There was a small but editable selection and it was clean. There is an indoor pool but we didn't use it. Room was clean, mattresses were newer, and water pressure was decent.

Actually enjoyed our stay here despite it needing a serious upgrade from top to bottom. Definitely…read moreneeds maintenance for the price per night they charge but the lake view and outdoor patio made up for it. Staff was extremely accommodating and very nice!

Wow, I should have really listened to the bad reviews on here. But, it was the only hotel in my…read morecompany's price range. Even then it is not worth the price I paid. As soon as you walk in, it smells like an old musty hotel. Check-in was fine and pretty quick. The hallways weren't too bad and it looks like they replaced the carpet. I got to my room and almost fell over from the smell. Really musty, not mildew. Smelled like old smoke. The carpets in the rooms doesn't look like they have been changed. Some genius has the a/c down to 60 degrees and it is only 61 outside. And, who had the bright idea of having a bathroom door, right in front of the motion detecting light switch. Nothing like doing magic in the dark to get the light to come on. Then i realized the door was in front of it. And, then there is a motion light switch in the bathroom. Nothing like having the light turn off while you are in the shower. I really should have stayed somewhere else. It serves its purpose, but not as good as other super 8's.

No hot water.Bed was clean. The people working there were nice. The furniture looked 50 years old…read moreand the bed had a 'vellux' blanket on it from the 1980's that was full of holes. Other than that, I guess you get what you pay for.

My review is based largely upon an inflammatory sign posted in the lobby. I am a very big supporter…read moreof businesses having the freedom to post whatever they like inside their establishments, but on the same token I'm a big supporter of private citizens choosing to use another business because of said postings. I also support businesses requiring it's patrons to wear a mask on the property if they deem it necessary. What I do not support is offensive, divisive signage to get the point across. A simple "mark required" sign or something with clever humor is sufficient--not the rude, tacky sign that was posted at this hotel that clearly singled out folk of a certain demographic. In a world so full of hate and unkindness, this sign only adds to be negativity. As a tired, road weary traveler seeking nothing more than a little rest and respite from the road, this "greeting sign" caused me to promptly turn around, walk out the door and head to the Best Western across the street. I recommend you do the same and do not support a business that is so crass and low class.

Only reason this hotel was booked, they allowed pets…read more The driveway to get to the hotel is not clearly marked. We passed it and turned into the ustore it drive and had to turn around. There is a restaurant blocking the hotel from the road that looks like it's been closed for years. After pass that you see the hotel. The grounds immediately surrounding the building and the building itself looked fairly well maintained. On top of the entry there is a dish either being held in place by cinder block or being stabilized with them. The interior is super dated and really could use modernisation. We checked in and were told there was a 10$ pet fee. 10$ is low and I had no issues paying it but there was no mention of it on the hotel web page. I would have paid it at booking. No place on the web site during booking is there a place to say you are bringing a pet. Floor in the lobby was nice and clean and shiny. We went up to our room. The room was nice and spacious and also needed a good update and carpets need a super deep cleaned. NOTE TO HOTEL: stop using the dated bedspreads. A nice crisp clean white sheet is all that is needed. Bedspreads always get taken off and thrown aside. Room smelled clean and our sheets were clean and white. The blanket needs retired. It had holes in it. All night long people came and went thru the stairway door that is in need of a soft close spring. We skipped breakfast and went to McDonald's. Over all it worked for a place to sleep and shower that allowed the dog but not our normal standard of hotel.