Location: Miller Beach, Gary, Indiana, USA (One Hour from Downtown Chicago)
Accommodations: Beach House, 3 Bedrooms + Other (See Description), 2 Baths (Sleeps 8)
Sit back and unwind in this splendid 1930's beach cottage house. The home was recently renovated with the wonderful details of yesteryear preserved and all of the modern amenities of today added. While it may feel far away from the city, the house is only one hour by car or train from all that downtown Chicago has to offer. The cottage consists of three levels with outdoor space on each.
The lower-level is a walk out 1 bedroom apartment that includes its own kitchen, living/dining room, bedroom with queen sized bed and subway tiled bath with shower. This level provides the perfect amount of privacy from the rest of the house.
The main level of the house includes a wonderful living room with a large original stone fireplace, painted beam ceiling, and a wall of windows facing the sandy beaches of Lake Michigan. There is also a large dining room with an antique farm table and chairs- plenty of room for large family dinners. The kitchen features a farm sink, tiled back splash, and period-styled cabinets and lighting. The large deck provides a full view of the lake, Chicago skyline and beautiful sunsets. It includes a cushioned chairs and love seat. There is also an outdoor grill and heater for those chilling evenings.
Upstairs on the top floor there are two bedrooms. One bedroom has a king-sized bed and a private balcony facing the beach (great for sunsets and morning coffee). The second bedroom has twin sized beds (they can be combined to make a king size bed, if needed). The white subway tiled bathroom that separates the bedrooms includes a tub with shower.
The deep sandy beach is one of the most beautiful in Indiana with no erosion or man-made storm walls, only well-established dunes with dune grass, wild dune cherry bushes and cottonwood trees. This wildlife preserve boasts one of the greatest levels of plant and animal biodiversity in the northern hemisphere. It is surrounded by Indiana Dunes State and National Park, biking trails. There are a number of casual and fine restaurants in the area. An IMAX theater, water park, outlet mall, and petting zoo are all within a short drive.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning: Zoned central air and antic fan. Temperature control on each floor.
- Washer: Stacked Washer and dryer accessible from duplex up and lower level unit.
- Dryer
- Linens Provided: 300+ Thread count linens provided.
- Off Street Parking: Parking lot for whole house can accomodate up to 6 cars. Each unit if rented alone has 3 spots.
- Gas Fireplace: Gas starter wood burning fireplace on duplex up unit.
- Wood Fireplace: With Gas Starter
- Beds
- King Bed: In Master Bedroom. Ultra comfortable mattress. Very Large Master Bedroom on top floor with private balcony overlooking Lake Michigan.
- Queen Bed: Beach Level Lower Bedroom. Comfortable and quality mattress.
- Twin/Single Bed: 2 twin beds in Second Bedroom on top floor. Quality mattresses.
- Child Bed: 1 queen air mattresses is available that can be used for the lower level in the living room area. It is comfortable for kids and some adults that aren't more than 175 lbs.
- Convertible Bed: Sectional in living room main floor comfortable and accomodates 1 adult each.
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV (4) : On demand free movies available.
- TV (No Cable/Satellite) (4) : 1 33' flat screen TV in living room on duplex up level. Smaller TVs in both upper bedrooms. Small TV in lower level living room.
- DVD (2)
- VCR
- Video Library: Childrens video collection. Others available OnDemand at cost.
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library: Bring your CD's. IPOD hookup available on duplex up level stereo system.
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen (2) : Full fitchen on duplex up and beach level down units.
- Cooking Utensils Provided: Pots, pans, utinsils and cookware. Outdoor gas grill for Duplex up. Lower unit, bring portable grill if desired.
- Refrigerator (2) : Both levels have refrigerators with ice makers. Duplex up unit has filtered water and ice in door.
- Dishwasher: Dishwasher on duplex up unit. Lower level, dish wash tray. Best to bring paper.
- Microwave (2) : Microwaves on each level duplex up and beach terrace level.
- Ice Maker (2)
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill: Duplex up unit has grill off deck.
- Deck/Patio: Duplex up has deck area. Lower level, Common dune top seating area with adirondeck chairs and fire pit.
- Balcony: Duplex up master bedroom has private balcony for those quite coffee moments or late night romance.
- View/Location
- Beachfront: Incredible view of the lake. Views from living rooms on beach level and duplex up as well as third floor master bedroom.
- Communications
- WiFi (Wireless Internet): Free and accessible from anywhere in the house or property premises.
- Other Amenities
- Life vest, some kites, beach umbrellas. Beach toys. There is an additional kitchen, and living space in the lower level.
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly: Beach terrace level may have smaller size dog, no more than 2. Restricted to beach terrace floor granite stone tiled area.
- No Pets Allowed: No cats and no dogs on duplex up level.
- Kid Friendly: There are kids toys on the premises. We ask that they be cleaned before you leave. Thanks.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters: 25 and older. Not interested in renting for college parties and keggers!
- Smoking Not Allowed: Smoke free house and clean air house. Smoking on deck ok, but please no smoking in the house and please don't leave cigarette butts tossed in the yard.
- Activities (on site and nearby)
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Shopping
- Sightseeing
- Restaurants
- Kayaking
- Sailing
- Boating
- Jet Skiing
- Swimming
- Snorkeling/Diving
- Surfing
- Windsurfing
- Biking
- Mountain Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Snowboarding
- Snowmobiling
- Wildlife Viewing
- Hiking
- Fishing
- Rock Climbing
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Live Theatre
- Museums
- Miniature golf
- Other Activities
- Indiana National Dunes Park nearby, Water Park, Outlet Mall, Casinos, Miller Bakery Cafe, Resturants, Coffee Shop
Rate Details (In Us Dollars)
Weekly In Season Rates: Main House (Sleeps 6) ..... $1750/week
Lower Level 1 Bedroom (Sleeps 4) .................. $ 850/week
Whole House ....................................... $2500/week
Main House ....... $275/night
Lower Level 1 Bedroom ............... $150/night
Whole House ......................... $400/night
Call for Week Night and Winter Rates
Rates include tax ****5 NIGHT MINIMUM DURING SUMMER SEASON****
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Property Photos
- Beach View from Property - Lake Michigan Vacation Rental
- Beachside View of House - Lake Michigan Vacation Rental
- Main Living Area: Dining Room and Living Room - Lake Michigan Vacation Rental
- Kitchen
- Relax by the Fireplace while watching the waves crash onto the beach
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Lindsay , Evanston, IL
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Zio Perez , Chicago, IL
Homeowner Response:
Thanks so much for the kind words. I often tell people who are inquiring, that the house is just as wonderful to visit in the winter time. Your comments help get that point across.
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Terry Foster , Kennesaw, GA
Homeowner Response:
Terry, Thank you for the wonderful comments. We are so happy that you and your family were comfortable and enjoyed our home. Remember those wonderful sunsets until you can come back for your next visit.
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Nora and Steve Myres , Rockwall, TX
Homeowner Response:
Nora and Steve, We are so happy to have helped your family create wonderful memories of another summer in Miller Beach. We look forward to hosting you again.
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vestina petraityte , oak lawn,il
Homeowner Response:
Thanks Vestina! We look forward to having you and your family back next year.
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Mary L. Stewart , Chicago, IL
Homeowner Response:
Thanks Mary! I'm glad that you and your family had a fun time at the beach.