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Dunes Forest Retreat provides amenities like laundry facilities and a hot tub. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms214 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

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About this property

Dunes Forest Retreat

  • Hey there! I’m Chandler. I live and work around Miller Beach and love everything about the dunes—sunsets, trails, great food, and the laid-back vibe. I host because I enjoy helping guests have an easy, stress-free stay. If you need recommendations, help, or anything during your visit, I’m your guy and always happy to make your trip smooth and enjoyable

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 2,300 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please ensure hot tub is covered.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

Pets not allowed (service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 25
Long-term renters welcome
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 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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

About the neighborhood

Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Miller Beach, a neighborhood in Gary. Deep River Water Park is a popular attraction and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Team Combat LIVE are also worth visiting. Visit our Gary travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A sandy beach with sparse grass and waves in the background.
    Indiana Dunes National Park
    1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • A sandy beach with the ocean in the background and a grassy hill with trees.
    Indiana Dunes State Park
    16 min drive - 21.8 km
  • A cityscape with historic buildings, a prominent church, and a view of the ocean.
    University of Chicago
    44 min drive - 55.5 km
  • Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana
    16 min drive - 22.6 km
  • Four Winds Casino New Buffalo
    37 min drive - 71.1 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago
    9 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW)
    70 min drive

Restaurants

  • 7-Eleven
    10 min drive
  • McDonald's
    7 min drive
  • Denny's
    10 min drive
  • Beach Box
    5 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dunes Forest Retreat pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dunes Forest Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dunes Forest Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Dunes Forest Retreat located?

Located in Miller Beach, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Indian Boundary Park and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) away.

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Dunes Forest Retreat Reviews

Reviews

Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

9.2

Cleanliness

8.2

Location

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eric W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I love it here I’ll be back soon!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jodi S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy check-in and check-out. Very comfortable stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dee M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good place ,good neighborhood and neighbors, great place to have a small event, any small hiccup the owner was available
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Neat and clean, with lots of open space for group gatherings. A short drive to the West Beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful home and gracious host! This property worked so well for our vacation with kids and grandkids. The beach umbrella, chairs, towels, and life jackets were an extra bonus.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

james o.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
nice and clean
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Abhirami I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
We had a great stay at this property and all amenities were as indicated on the Vrbo listing. The host was easy to get in touch with and addressed our issues on a timely manner. The property is also very close to the Miller beach which was an added plus. It was convenient for our family and friends with kids of age range from 5-15 year olds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best Weekend Getaway

My family and I loved the space. There was ample room for the 9 of us. The only thing my family would suggest is that the area around the jacuzzi have better lighting for the nighttime and the ground was better paved. Other than that, the entire weekend was great.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Bonnie H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Good location for day trips to Chicago

While it is a good size house, dining table only seats six and comfort of furniture could stand to be improved. The towels were poor and not enough, and there wasn’t enough kitchen dishes, glasses or silverware for 9 people.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025