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Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Gary

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A bathroom with a white toilet, double sink vanity, and a large mirror.
A spacious living room with a brick fireplace, leather sofas, wooden flooring, and large windows.
A spacious living room with a brick fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a staircase leading to another level.
A bedroom with a bed, dresser, ceiling fan, and two windows.
A dining room with a wooden table, white chairs, and a rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gary, IN
  • Place, Marquette Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, East Shoreline
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪58 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Gary

Miller Beach stay.A stay at this Miller Beach vacation home places you within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 2 miles (3 km) of Indiana Dunes National Park. Marquette Park and East Shoreline are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • East Shoreline - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Indian Boundary Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Marquette Beach - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 6 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Beach Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mr Fuel Travel Center - ‬8 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

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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

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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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. 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. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

471812

Frequently asked questions

How close is Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! to the airport?

This vacation home is 44.2 mi (62-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! to the beach?

This vacation home is a short 4-minute walk from East Shoreline and 1.1 mi (2-min drive) from Marquette Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana (20-min drive) and Majestic Star Casino (22-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! to downtown Gary?

This vacation home is 5.5 mi away from Gary.

Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 49 out of 54 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 54 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 54 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love staying here. We're so close to the lake and the area is so quiet!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was a great location with a very short walk to the beach. The owner was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Maurice M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property. Great owners.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

CYNTHIA H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend visiting the dunes in the National and State park. The house location made it easy to access both.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Almetta L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall , I enjoyed the actual house . There was locks on certain doors , coffee maker no coffee so please bring your own . Bring your own condiments as well. Be mindful of the neighborhood. Guest contact is super involved in your stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

michelle s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was exactly as described. And the location is exactly 1 block from the beach, making morning walks a must do. Our host was very responsive to my questions and made great recommendations. I will absolutely stay at this house again!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

GEORGE

Beyond Comfy

The property is lovely, inside and out. It provide a beautiful haven of physical and emotional comfort as we attended the funeral of a dear family member. We are grateful it was available and hope to return soon to enjoy it happier circumstances.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

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

Dune visit

Stayed here for a quick get away from Chicago! Enjoyed the time in the area and was easy to get to the places we wanted to see!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kenya J.

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

Amazing Stay

Just a relaxing stay. The whole family enjoyed themselves. Definitely coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MITCHELL M.

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

3 day weekend at the beach

Property is located 2 blocks from beach. Beds were comfortable and plenty of room for 6 adults. Out door fireplace and grill is a nice touch for evening cooking and relaxing.
Evening sunset
A view of Chicago
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gail

Very nice

Great location. Home is very clean. Enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Renee E.

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

Loved our stay!!!

This was our 2nd time staying here & we absolutely loved it! So close to the beach & the house felt like home for us!!! The homeowners went above & beyond in making this a memorable get-away for our family!! Will definitely be back!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Danya S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We highly recommend this area and this home. The house has been updated with some of the original home remaining to give a wonderful cozy feel. It was very well equipped; we handled all our meals there. The location is superb- a few blocks to the Lake. Tom, the host, was outstanding. We will definitely come again in the future.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barb B.

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

Fantastic Miller Beach vacation!

My husband and I came with adult daughter and son-in-law and two dogs. The fenced yard was great for the dogs, and location near the beach was terrific! We’ve been renting through VRBO for 30 years, and Tom was the best, most responsive owner we’ve ever had!
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Beth R.

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

Well outfitted home near Indiana Dunes NP

The property was comfortable, clean and everything was in working order! We used the grill multiple times and enjoyed the firepit (wood was available from owner during our stay).Great home base for hiking the trails at the national park and resting comfortably at night.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K S.

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

Home away from home!

We love staying on Oak Ave, this was our second year in this home and we are so grateful! The house is the perfect distance from the beach, always clean and stocked with necessities (toilet paper, paper towels, dishes/silverware, and plenty of linens). Tom is a great host and is just a text away!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lori C.

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

Quick Easter Weekend Getaway

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 2 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Aaron E.

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

Aaron

Great place to stay with easy access to Miller Beach. Tom was a great host, friendly, responsive, and accommodating.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex B.

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

Miller beach

Great house. Convenient location block from beach Close to National Park. Fenced in yard great for dogs
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anne H.

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

Clean House, Easy Beach Access

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!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne G.

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

Miller Beach Getaway

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

danielle m.

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

Fall weekend visit

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!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

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

Dunes Getaway

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.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

K S.

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

Perfect Everything!

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
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas T.

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

Good spot

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024