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Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the beach

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A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a view of trees through large windows.
A spacious living room with a large sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. There are multiple windows providing views of the surrounding trees.
A spacious room with large windows offering a view of a lush garden. There is a comfortable seating area with a sofa and a side table.
A modern living room with a fireplace, large windows, and a flat-screen TV.
A modern house with a gray exterior, a bright orange door, and a small porch with two chairs and two pumpkins.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • Garage parking available
    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Indiana Dunes National Park
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Gary, IN
  • Place, Indian Boundary Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Marquette Park
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

King

1 King Bed

Lower level

1 Queen Bed

Queen

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

2nd Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Main Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the beach

Find your Zen at 5 Star rated Playa Zen North and experience the quiet healing power of nature. This beautiful 3 Bed/2 Bath spacious, modern home offers a one-of-a kind immersion in natural beauty, with soaring 15 foot windows overlooking an acre of wooded dunes in a park-like setting less than two blocks from the beach. Soak in the giant tub for two with a massive window, facing your private woods. The only sounds you’ll hear are birds, rustling leaves, and waves of Lake Michigan. Pups welcome!

Your friends and family will enjoy 15 ft. tall windows with a spectacular view, modern well equipped kitchen, open living space, stone fire pit under the trees, a large deck, family room with 80 inch smart tv, and a beautiful outdoor fire pit to hang out on those cooler nights.

Each bedroom features hotel quality mattresses for a comfortable night's rest after your day in the Dunes. Enjoy a relaxing soak in the giant tub for two in the primary bath or an invigorating shower with luxurious rain showerheads in both bathrooms.

Bring the pups and let them run free through an acre of private woods, there's even a dog access door that you can open or close depending on your preference.

Check out the extensive art collection from mostly local artists. One of Miller Beach’s oldest restaurants (with great Lake perch, steaks, and chops!) is walkable- less than a block away!

This nature lovers' retreat is surrounded by the nation’s newest national park to the east and west, and Lake Michigan to the north.

Bring your hiking boots: Miller Woods and Douglas Dunes- part of the nation’s newest national park- offer birding trails and specialty hikes in all seasons.

Hitting the trail is a great way to experience winter scenes at the Dunes. All trails are open for winter hiking except the Pinhook Bog Trail (the Upland Trail is open). The Paul H. Douglas Trail, Cowles Bog Trail, and West Beach Trails offer a variety of difficulty levels to experience winter hiking in the park. Experience a moonlight hike along the ridge of West Beach trail, one of over twenty nature trails traversing spectacular dunes and ethereal moonscapes.

Enjoy cross country skiing, snow shoeing or sledding in the National Park. At the end of the day, a bonfire under the stars or in the cozy indoor fireplace will be the perfect nightcap- bring the s'mores!

Whether you venture out into the surrounding parks or simply stay in, under the trees, you’ll leave feeling refreshed, enriched, and grounded the way nature intended.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
$1000 fine for violation
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
$500 fine for violation
Quiet time 10pm - 8am, the house is in a quiet neighborhood, please respect the neighbors. No more than 4 cars on the property.
Absolutely no smoking - Subject to $500 cleaning fee Absolutely no parties - Subject to $1000 fee
If you bring your furry family members, please clean up after them

Important information

You need to know

Property # 2433566
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
Note from host: $1000 fine for violation
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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

About the neighborhood

Gary

Located on a river, this vacation home is in Miller Beach, a neighborhood in Gary. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Deep River Water Park are also worth visiting.
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Gary, IN

What's nearby

  • Indian Boundary Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Marquette Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • East Shoreline - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Marquette Beach - 2 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 7 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Family Express Ameriplex - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Culver's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Wendy's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Beach Box - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the beach?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the beach on Dec 7, 2026 start from $322, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the beach?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Private Wooded Acre, Soaring Windows in Nat’l Park, 2 blocks to the 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 10 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Jill Bellak

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I love to travel and experience living like a local in short term rental properties. After doing this for years, I decided to start hosting others. Being a host is a fantastic experience and it's important to me to ensure all of my guests have a fabulous stay!

Why they chose this property

Playa Zen North is a special place in the woods of Miller Beach. It's unusual in that it's only two blocks from Lake Michigan yet extremely private. We renovated the home, down to the studs, to maximize the beautiful surrounding nature. It's a very peaceful place :-)

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