Stylish cozy Bungalow near beach and Nat'l Park

Single Family House in Gary, Indiana, US

4.4 Excellent

11 guests11
3 bedrooms (5 beds)3 bds (5 beds)
1.1 bathrooms1.1 bas
Pet friendly

Amenities

Bed Linens
Carbon Monoxide Detector
Cleaning Basics
Climate Control
Cooking Basics
Cooking Space
High-Speed Internet
Kitchen Basics
Shower/Bathtub
Smoke alarm
Towels
Available beds
1x Bunkbed
1x King
1x Single
2x Queen
Pet details
This vacay allows pets.
BBQ Grill
Clothes Dryer
Clothes Washing Machine
Coffee Maker
Complimentary Toiletries
Crib
Crockpot
Deadbolts
Desk/Work Space
Dishwasher
Electric Hot Water Kettle
Fire Extinguisher
Fire Pit
First Aid Kit
Garden
Gated Property
Hair Dryer
High Chair
Home Alarm System
Ice-maker
Keyless Entry
Laundry Basics
( Clothes Washing Machine , Hangers , Ironing Board & Iron )
Library
Outdoor Space
( Balcony , Patio , Yard )
Oven
Paper Towels
Private Entrance
Safe
Security Camera on Premises
Self Check-in/Check-out
Sidewalks
Stove
Streaming TV
Tea maker
Toaster
TV
Wine Glasses

Description

Escape to comfort and convenience with this inviting, fully-equipped Smart Home nestled at the end of a quiet street near the Indiana Dunes National Park. This modern farmhouse-inspired home, just steps from a scenic park access trail, provides easy access to the stunning sugar-sand beach with views of the Chicago skyline. The short, picturesque trail leading to the beach takes about ten to twelve minutes, winding through beautiful natural settings and past Historic Chanute Hill.

 

Inside, enjoy a sunlit, open-concept kitchen equipped with everything needed to prepare meals for family and friends, including a gas oven, dishwasher, fridge/freezer with filtered water and an ice-maker, and island seating for four. Coffee lovers will appreciate the Nespresso and Keurig machines, complete with complimentary coffee pods, alongside all the cookware, dishware, and essentials for easy living.

 

The spacious living and dining area includes a cozy sleeper sofa, a 55” Smart TV, and a farmhouse-style dining table for eight.

 

The main floor offers three bedrooms (king, queen, and a bunk room with twin XL over queen bed), a full bathroom, and half bathroom. Each bedroom includes a Smart TV, nightstands with sleep machines, and closet space. Linens, towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash are all provided for your convenience.

 

Downstairs, the finished basement rec room is perfect for relaxation and entertainment, featuring a 70” Smart TV, sound bar, foosball table, and a large sofa. Additional entertainment options include books, games, and DVDs, along with an extra dining table (seating for 8) for crafts or board games.

 

Outside, unwind in the private backyard with a gated privacy fence, terraced patio, and hot tub. The outdoor area includes a gas fire pit, pergola with a dining space, bar, grill, fan, and café lighting. A outdoor heated shower is also available seasonally.

 

This home provides the ideal setup for a comfortable short or long-term stay, with all the comforts and conveniences you need for relaxation and enjoyment.

 

ADDITIONAL Amenities

* Washer/Dryer with pureWash Pro Activated Oxygen (Ozone) to clean and sanitize, does not require detergent, bleach, fabric softener, or hot water

* Nespresso and Keurig coffee makers with complimentary coffee pods

* 5 total Smart TVs with digital Comcast/Xfinity cable and video streaming

* Supplies provided include soaps, paper towels, toilet paper, trash bags, etc.

* Nest Thermostat

* Free, high-speed Wi-Fi

 

We are a keyless property, you will be given a unique door code for access to the house. Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, we are offering self check-in upon arrival. The House Manager can be reached anytime if you need anything during your stay.

 

We allow parking for up to four vehicles which includes use of a two car garage (approx. 20ft x 20ft x 6ft tall) as well as two single-space gravel spots located on each side of the garage. Note: the northern outdoor space is just under 9ft wide and is approx. 6ft tall due to partial garage roof overhang. Street parking is strictly prohibited and vehicles will be ticketed and towed. If your group requires more than four parking spaces, there is overflow parking at the Miller Train Depot about two miles away.

 

Miller Beach Vacation Rentals offers a seamless experience from booking through checkout and is dedicated to ensuring that we exceed your expectations. Upon booking, our Guidebook and Miller Beach Vacation Rentals app offer local recommendations, check-in/out details, house information, and more.

We will be in touch prior to your stay with arrival instructions, parking details, and to confirm your arrival time. Someone is always available during your stay for any needs that may arise.

Please also visit the Miller Beach Vacation Rentals FAQ page for answers to commonly asked questions about what to expect during your stay and more

 

Miller Beach, IN, the closest beach-side community to Chicago, is a unique and growing artist community in NW Indiana full of:

* Galleries

* Shopping Destinations

* Dining

* Miles of pristine beaches and nature trails.

* Hundreds of attractions are located within 60 minutes: Casinos, Amusement/Water Parks, Golf, Antiquing, Wineries, Outlet Malls

* Close proximity to the rich culture of Chicago

 

Take the South Shore train line to Chicago (Museum Campus and Millennium Park stops). There are 2 stations nearby (Miller and Ogden Dunes) within 2-5 minutes from both homes. Travel time is about an hour.

We are approximately 45 minutes from Midway airport and 1 hour from O’Hare airport.

Uber and Lyft are available in Miller Beach

 

Add-on options (fees and taxes apply, invoiced separately after booking):

 

* We are dog-friendly and allow up to three adult, house-trained dogs: Per dog fees: $79 (2-night stay), $29/night (3+ night stay) or $200/week

 

* Guests may request an Early Check-in (2 pm CST) for a fee of $149 if Peak Season and $79 if Non-Peak Season, and/or a Late Checkout (1 pm CST) for a fee of $149 if Peak Season and $79 if Non-Peak Season.

 

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We’re a family of Christian believers who see every guest as a gift and every stay as an opportunity to serve with love. Our goal is to provide comfortable, peaceful spaces where you can relax, reconnect, and feel truly at home. Everything we do—from hospitality to maintenance—is done with care and integrity, seeking to honor God and reflect His goodness in every detail.

House Rules

2 night minimum (observed Holidays require a 3 night minimum)

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4.4 Excellent

99 reviews

Reviews from our guests

Hostaway User

Posted: Nov 20 2025

5

/5

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Great stay, my only negative about the stay is we had 2 larger vehicles and the parking is better suited for compact cars. We still managed to park ...

Hostaway User

Posted: Oct 31 2025

5

/5

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Enjoyed my stay. Clean, peaceful and cozy.

Hostaway User

Posted: Oct 08 2025

5

/5

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Good place and clean. Parking is not made for big trucks but the area is nice just a walk from the beach. Would definitely stay here again

Hostaway User

Posted: Sep 26 2025

5

/5

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Hillary is the best host ever. ehe responded to my emails and text messages promptly, she made our stay very comfortable and I was very very happy at ...

Hostaway User

Posted: Aug 25 2025

4.5

/5

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Positive: Location. Invigorating climb over the dunes puts you on a virtually private beach with a view of Chicago. And interior renovation was quite ...

Hostaway User

Posted: Aug 24 2025

4

/5

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We loved the house itself and how close it is to the beach. However, we felt that the constant communication from the multiple hosts was excessive. ...

Hostaway User

Posted: Aug 19 2025

4

/5

Good:

1) Good location, walkable distance to beach

2) Beach is wide and nice, not many people, pets allowed, parking is available by hour if ...

Hostaway User

Posted: Aug 10 2025

4

/5

Taking the grandchildren on

Hostaway User

Posted: Aug 01 2025

5

/5

House was wonderful

Hostaway User

Posted: Jul 20 2025

4.5

/5

Cleanliness

Location

Positive: Gezellig om even bij te komen na een aantal actieve dagen, kinderen genoten van de hot tub en we hebben heerlijk geslapen

Negative: De ...