Downtown Apartment on Lincolnway | Apartment in Valparaiso

9.8 (26 Reviews) |   2 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  5 Guests
Valparaiso Apartment | Downtown Apartment on Lincolnway

2 Bedroom Apartment in Valparaiso

Convenience at its best meets historic charm! Located in the center of downtown Valparaiso (literally), The Lincoln is in a prime location that puts you within minutes to enjoy all that downtown Valparaiso and the surrounding areas have to offer. Walk to fabulous restaurants, local boutique shops, bars, breweries, wineries, and distillery in minutes. Downtown Valpo offers numerous exciting events throughout the year. The Lincoln is perfect for families & friends who want to relax or adventure!
The space
The Lincoln is a historic second story apartment that features a cozy living space as well as 2 private bedrooms and 1 full bath above a bustling restaurant in downtown Valpo. In-unit washer and dryer add to the convenience of your stay. The building itself was built in 1880 and has gone through numerous updates throughout the last 140+ years. Guests will be provided with a binder filled with other local hotspots and experiences. If you have any questions or want suggestions on places to go or things to do, please don't hesitate to ask! This is a smoke-free and pet-free unit.
Nearby Attractions:
• 1 block away from Central Park and William E. Urschel Pavilion
• Nearly EVERY restaurant and boutique in downtown Valpo is within a .2 mile radius
• .1 mile to Memorial Opera House
• .3 mile to Chicago Street Theatre
• .6 mile to Valparaiso University
• .9 mile to Journeyman Distillery
• 2.3 miles to Creekside Trails
• 7.3 miles to Northwest Health-Porter
• 10 miles to County Line Orchard
• 14 miles to the Indiana Dune National Park
• 18 miles to Garwood Orchard
• 25 miles to Blue Chip Casino
• 52 miles to Southwest Michigan wine country
• 52 miles to Chicago
• 56 miles to Notre Dame University
Nearby Public Transportation:
• .15 mile to V-Line stop
• .5 mile to Chicago Dash
• 14 miles to South Shore Line
Guest access
Parking is free but first-come/first-served around downtown. However, guests will be provided a parking pass upon check in allowing 1 vehicle to be parked downtown in any of the 6 designated parking lots (2 of which are only 600’ from the unit). To access this unit, guests will use a shared exterior entrance off Lincolnway. Once inside the building, there will be a keyless entry code to the unit with the code provided the morning of your scheduled arrival. The entire apartment is all yours!
Other things to note
UNIT PERKS:
• Unit has a living space, dining space, and kitchen
• All bedrooms have some form of dresser storage and hangers for clothing storage.
• There is also a steamer in the unit.
• A few board/ card/ dice games are available for your use.
• Pacman arcade game and retro game console to evoke some nostalgia
BEDROOMS:
• Unit accommodates 4 adults and 2 kids
• Bedroom 1: queen bed
• Bedroom 2: queen bed
• Living room: pull out sofa
• Sheets, pillows, and blankets
• Pack n Play available upon request
• Air mattress available upon request
BATHROOM:
• 1 full bath with shower.
• Hairdryer
• Shampoo, conditioner, and body wash
• Bath towels and wash clothes
• Toilet paper
KITCHEN:
• Full kitchen
• Includes gas stove and oven, fridge and freezer, microwave, toaster, coffee maker, and blender.
• Dishes and glasses provided
• Basic spices, olive oil, and salt/pepper provided
• Sugar and flour
• Coffee pods and powdered creamer
• Pots, pans, and mixing bowls provided.
• Dish soap
DINING:
• Dining table seats 4
LAUNDRY:
• In-unit front loading stacked washer and dryer
• Laundry detergent and dryer sheets provided
WORK SPACE:
• The coffee table lifts up to provide a comfortable workspace for your convenience.
TECHNOLOGY:
• Wifi is provided
• The living room has a smart TV with access of preloaded movies and shows as well as access to live TV through the YouTube TV app.
HEAT/AC:
• The unit utilizes forced air heat and central AC, all of which you control.
EXTRAS:
• Hand soap
• Paper Towel
• Napkins
• Tissues
• Sponges
• Trash Bags
• Foil
• Window Cleaner
• Lysol
• Air Spray
SOUNDS (While here, you may hear):
• Sounds from restaurant below
• The hustle and bustle of the downtown area/sidewalk chatter
• Live music from nearby restaurants/bars/Central Park Plaza
• We have provided sound machines in case any of these noises are bothersome for light sleepers.
SAFETY NOTES:
• This home is NOT baby-proofed.
• Children must be accompanied by adults at all times, and guests are responsible for the safety of their children.
• The stairs are steep (the building was built in 1880!). Guests must climb a full flight of stairs to get into the unit
• Those who are not able bodied will NOT be able to easily navigate the unit; the age of the apartment does not render it handicap equipped.
ADDITIONAL INFO:
• No smoking
• No pets
• A maximum of 6 total guests per reservation. Extra guests are not allowed.
• We value our relationship with our neighbors and fellow tenants, so events/gathering/parties are not to be held by guests.
• In order to keep the unit in excellent condition for future guests, we are firm on these rules. We apologize for this inconvenience and thank you for your understanding.
CHECK-IN INFO:
• Guests who book will receive detailed check-in instructions on the morning of their scheduled arrival. All of this will be communicated through the messenger.
• A welcome bag and manual with our favorite local attractions will be provided. (please let me know if you’d like this in advance. We have tons of recommendations and love to support the best local businesses).
• Please note that Valparaiso is on Central Standard Time (CST), the same as Chicago. Check-in is after 3PM; check-out is at 10AM (unless other arrangements have been made with us).
• Our cancellation policy is moderate.
MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES:
• Lost key: $25
• Lost parking pass: $100
• Cleaning Fee: $63
• Smoking Fine: $250
• Damages: Time and Material + $200

Downtown Apartment on Lincolnway is located in Valparaiso. Downtown Apartment on Lincolnway provides accommodation, featuring Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Internet, among other amenities. This Apartment features Fireplace/Heating, Child Friendly, Internet, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Downtown Apartment on Lincolnway has 2 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 5 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Apartment because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Apartment, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Apartment has a friendly neighborhood, and the Valparaiso has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Apartment in Valparaiso, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Air Conditioner
TV
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Entertainment
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
  • Air conditioning
Bathrooms
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Dining table
  • Living room
Kitchen
  • Toaster
  • Microwave
  • Stovetop
  • Blender
  • Refrigerator
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Spices
  • Dishwasher
Laundry
  • Near laundromat
  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Laundry facilities
Pet Friendly
  • No pets allowed
Accessibility
  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No elevators
  • Handrails in stairways
  • 20 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property
Activities
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Winery tours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
Entertainment
  • Games
  • Video games
  • Smart TV
General
  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)
  • English
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a hospital
  • In the city center
  • Near a health or beauty spa
Guest Services
  • Children's dinnerware
  • Travel crib
  • Children's games
Internet
  • Free WiFi
Security/Safety
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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Kristin A.
Aug 4, 2025 03:16:27 AM
Review Score:   8
Summary: Place was clean and comfortable. There was loud music in the middle of the night from a neighbor. It was nice to have a place to go to throughout the day.
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