Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! provides a firepit and more.
Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7149 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
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About this property
Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!
Prepare for the ultimate Midwestern retreat when you stay at this 3-bed, 1.5-bathroom Miller Park vacation rental in Gary. Complete with a fully equipped kitchen, an outdoor dining area, and a prime location near the water, this charming home ensures a stress-free vacation! Relax in the sun at Lake Street Beach, head to Indiana Dunes National Park for swimming and hiking, or rent a boat to cruise on Lake Michigan. In the evening, cozy up around the fire pit for s’mores and campfire stories.
-- THE PROPERTY --
Smart TV | Gas Grill (Propane Provided) | Outdoor Dining Area | Fire Pit w/ Seating (Wood Provided)
Bedroom 1: King Bed | Bedroom 2: Queen Bed | Bedroom 3: Twin/Full Bunk Bed
MAIN FEATURES: Deck, fireplace, ceiling fans, jetted tub KITCHEN: Dishwasher, electric stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, cooking basics, dishware & flatware, coffee maker, toaster, spices, trash bags & paper towels GENERAL: Free WiFi, central A/C & heating, complimentary toiletries, linens & towels, hangers FAQ: Stairs required for access, all bedrooms on 2nd floor, pet fee (paid pre-trip), 3 exterior security cameras (facing out) PARKING: Driveway (2 vehicles)
-- THE LOCATION --
BEACH DAYS: Wells Street Beach via N Shelby St (0.1 miles), Marquette Park Beach (1.5 miles), Marquette Park Pavillion (1.6 miles), West Beach - Indiana Dunes National Park (2.5 miles), Lake Street Beach (2.5 miles), Indiana Dunes National Park Douglas Center (3.0 miles), Portage Lakefront and Riverwalk Pavilion (4.9 miles) LAKE MICHIGAN: Swimming, fishing, jet skiing, boating, Sammie L. Maletta Public Marina (4.7 miles), Miller Marine (4.7 miles), South Shore Marina (6.1 miles) TEE TIME: Robbinhurst Golf Club and Driving Range (9.4 miles), Forest Park Golf Course (17.6 miles), Mink Lake Golf Course (17.7 miles), Lost Marsh Golf Course (19.4 miles), Sherwood Golf (20.9 miles) DAY TRIPS: Valparaiso (19.3 miles), Michigan City (20.5 miles), Chicago (38.0 miles) AIRPORTS: Chicago Midway International Airport (36.3 miles), O'Hare International Airport (53.0 miles)
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-- POLICIES --
- No smoking - Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes) - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: The property requires stairs for access - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras: 1 Ring doorbell camera is located on the front porch facing the front exterior entry, 1 Ring doorbell camera is on the back deck/mudroom door facing the deck/street, and 1 camera is on the back of the house facing the backyard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and sound when activated by motion or when the doorbell button is pressed
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Internet access
Parking and transportation
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Spices
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Separate dining area
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Patio
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
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
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
About the neighborhood
Miller Beach, a neighborhood in Gary, is home to this vacation home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Deep River Water Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Gary travel guide
Is Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
Onsite parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! located?
Located in Miller Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marquette Park, Lake Michigan, and Indiana Dunes National Park. East Shoreline and Indian Boundary Park are also within 15 minutes.
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Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! Reviews
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 53 out of 58 reviews
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9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Location
Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Gail
20 July 2024
Very nice
Great location. Home is very clean. Enjoyed our stay.
The property was perfect for our family! It was such a quick walk to the beach that I was able to take multiple beach walks between short rain showers. It was also close enough that we walked to grab pizza for the kids. The host was super communicative and accommodating. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed for a week with my kids and dog. Enjoyed the easy access to beach, property manager was easily accessible, very comfortable beds! Great crosswind when bedroom windows were open. Thanks for the stay!
This house was perfect for my adult children, their significant others and me and my boyfriend. Room to gather in the comfy living room or on the outside deck. We loved the location one block from the lake and Walking distance to a couple restaurants. Will definitely book another stay here.
Property was very clean and photos accurate. Check in process was easy and we enjoyed a quick fall weekend get away to hike the Dunes. Good communication from owner.
Thanks!
We had such a great stay in this home. TV in every room, clean, fenced in yard for our dogs. Owner met us at check in and was so kind and communicated thoroughly. We will hopefully be coming back every year!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark
29 March 2024
Super nice!
Wanted to stay close to the beach for a swimming tournament in Hobart and this house was perfectly located to both. Kitchen was perfect with everything I needed to cook for 3 days. Bedrooms and bathrooms were clean and comfortable.
Great spot to get away while not really being too far from anything. Tom is great and very helpful with info about anything you need to know nearby. Very close to beach and very easy to get to and from beach areas. House is nice and spacious and listing is accurate.
This property was perfect for our needs. We were walking distance to the lake. We were close to both the national and state Dunes parks. The electronics were great as was the kitchen. There was a fenced in back yard for our dog.
Nice location to base a visit to Indiana Dunes National Park. Plenty of room for our 3-person family get-together and a short walk to the beachfront. Appreciated the fenced yard for the dog. We had a car issue and found a friendly neighbor who loaned us what we needed to solve the problem!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
LINDSAY
21 June 2024
Perfect Getaway
My sons and I were looking for a quiet, comfortable place to stay near the beach. This checked all of our boxes. It was clean, well located, everything we could have wanted. Sitting out on the deck with a cup of coffee, listening to the birds in the morning was just what I needed. Thank you for an amazing weekend!
Our stay was absolutely amazing . House was very clean and provided everything we needed . Communication with the property owner was fabulous! He communicated with us every step of the way . The location was great as well with only being a block away from a private beach . My family really enjoyed their selves and made great memories on this trip . I highly recommend this house and location if your looking for a nice and peaceful little get away .
Weather was awful…. Wish they could have done something that!😂 kids like seeing Chicago across the lake! Good location for the National Park. Comfortable!
I wanted a place to stay while visiting both Indiana Dunes National Park and Chicago. This was the perfect place. Driving to both the state park and national park was very easy as both were very close. We were able to spend several days hiking. Then we used the South Shore Line to go into Chicago to do some sightseeing and visit museums. The place was clean, cozy, with all the amenities that were promised.
We wanted a quick 3 day getaway for fall break and decided to rent a home instead of a hotel. This house was perfect. Tom our host met us there and walked us through the property. Although a little older the wood floors, cozy environment and bedrooms were charming. The house has smart tvs so it was no problem linking into our favorite streaming apps to watch a movie. The fireplace outside was perfect for the crisp look October evenings and Tom made sure we were fully stocked with firewood. One of the best VRBOs I’ve stayed in. Super clean, comfy and the beds were perfect. Would stay here again for sure!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Conner
24 May 2024
Perfect!
I came to the area for a birdwatching festival, this was the perfect location! The neighborhood was super cute, the home had everything I needed, and the host was wonderful to work with! Check in was easy- I arrived at night and felt safe even though I was traveling alone. The bed was so comfortable and the towels soft and fluffy! It felt just like a home away from home! The house is also very close to the beach and other park areas! Be sure to check out “Indie Indie Bang Bang!” While visiting, it is a super cute gift shop not too far from the house.WiFi and appliances were easy to use, and I had what I needed for cooking my meals before and after each day I spent exploring the dunes area. I cannot wait to stay here again!
We booked the house for a trip to visit family and it was perfect for the 4 of us and 3 medium/small dogs. The house was clean, well decorated, and had everything we needed. There is no washer or dryer but there are a few laundromats nearby. We went to Sunny Days in Willowcreek Plaza in Portage. Clean and well-managed with plenty of machines.
Tom met us upon our arrival to give us a tour and answer any questions we may have had. He was great. Very friendly and quick to respond to any texts we sent.
The house is in a great location as it is within walking distance from the beach and Flamingo Pizza of Miller. The neighborhood itself was great for walking our dogs. We went in the offseason so there was barely any traffic.
All in all, we were very comfortable and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We look forward to visiting again.
We love staying here. We're so close to the lake and the area is so quiet!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Conner
19 May 2026
Fantastic!
This is my third time visiting for the Indiana Sand Dunes Birding Festival, and as always this is the perfect place! I have everything I need , the beds are comfortable, the home well stocked, and clean. The host is always so kind, and just as excited as I am about my adventures here! Be sure to check out local places like Tiny’s coffee bar for great food, and drinks! I can’t wait to come back next year!