CoachHouse, Dunes Nat’l Park, 10 min hike to beach

The Guesthouse at the Miller Beach Dream Retreat is located at the end of a quiet, residential, cul-de-sac street, with direct access to the park/beach access trail. This sandy trail winds through a sliver of the Indiana Dunes National Park (America’s 61st!) and leads to a sugar-sand beach where one can view the Chicago Skyline and breathtaking sunsets. The walk to the beach is approximately 1/6 of a mile and takes the average person about ten to 12 minutes along a mostly sand, partially paved path that winds past Historic Chanute Hill, the location of the first manned glider flight in 1896 by Octave Chanute. Lake Street Beach, the closest public beach area, has a seasonal (Memorial Day through Labor Day) small vessel boat ramp and a paid parking lot for those who would prefer to drive to the beach.

Amenities:

* open floor plan with Great Room and full kitchen, dining for 6, bath with jetted tub, private entrance and small deck with weber gas grill and café string lights

* (2) Two private, Queen bedrooms

* Queen sleeper sofa in Great Room

* sleeps an additional 2 people on a deluxe high-rise Aerobed (all bedding is provided)

* additional guest fee applies over 4 people: $25/person per night (not including children less than two years of age on arrival date), regardless of length of stay or purpose of visit

* maximum occupancy is 8 individuals total not including children less than two years of age on arrival date

* parking for two cars in tandem in the driveway, overflow parking (free, overnight) available nearby

The Guesthouse is adjacent to the Dream Retreat Main House, however, there are no shared spaces.

The outdoor amenities of Main House are not available to Guesthouse renters as the two units are separate, however they can be rented together, please see our listing for the Entire Compound.

The Guesthouse entrance is accessed by a flight of exterior stairs.

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Additional amenities

* free, high-speed Wi-Fi

* Keurig coffee maker with complimentary coffee pods

* three smart TVs with digital comcast/Xfinity cable and video streaming

* stackable laundry with purwash ozonator, which does not require any detergents, bleach, fabric softener, or even hot water

* most supplies including basic soaps, paper towels, toilet paper, tissue, trash bags, etc.

* three independently controlled Mitsubishi ac wall units with thermostatic zones for customized cooling comfort; separate heating thermostat which operates the radiant boiler heating system

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Kitchen

* opens to the Great Room and dining area

* cherry cabinetry and carrara quartz counters

* island with a 60/40 double-bowl stainless steel sink and Grohe pull-out sprayer faucet

* fridge with auto-ice maker (seasonal), gas range and built-in microwave and convection oven, dishwasher, all small appliances, cookware, bakeware, flatware, glassware, barware, and supplies

* Keurig coffee station with assortment of k-cups

* built-in desk with leather office chair

Deck

* overlooks the beautiful Indiana Dunes National Park, the panne, and Lake Michigan

* Weber gas grill

Great Room

* 16 ft vaulted ceilings with skylights

* table seating for 6

* leather sofa

* 50" smart tv w/ digital cable, video streaming, and Blu-ray player

Bedrooms

* high thread-count linens, comforters and pillows

* ceiling fans

* smart TVs w/ digital cable, video streaming, and DVD players

* ample closet space, dressers, and nightstands with lamps

Bathroom

* jetted-tub with marble surround and rain fall shower head

* fluffy towels and bathmats

* shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, toilet paper, tissues

* hair dryer

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.

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

* Fine 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):

* Our Guesthouse is dog-friendly and up to two adult, house-trained dogs are allowed. Fees per dog: $60 (2-night stay), $20/night (3+ night stay) or $140/week

* Guests may request early check-in (1:30 pm cst) for a fee of $59 during if peak season and $39 during non-peak season, and/or late checkout (1 pm cst) for a fee of $59 during peak season and $39 during non-peak season. Due to COVID restrictions and enhanced cleaning procedures, Early Check-in and Late Checkout may not be available.

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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.