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Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!

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Gary Vacation Rental | 3BR | 1.5BA | 1,600 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Dining Area | 1st Floor | Dishware & Flatware
Backyard | Fire Pit (Wood Provided) | Gas Grill (Propane Provided)
Living Room | 1st Floor | Smart TV | Free WiFi | Central A/C & Heating
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 71600 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Gary, Indiana
  • Marquette Park
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Ogden Dunes Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • West Beach
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area

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)

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- Pet friendly w/ $100 fee (+ fees & taxes)
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- 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 manager

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Languages

English, French, German, Spanish
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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

About the area

Gary

Miller Beach, a neighbourhood in Gary, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Deep River Water Park and Team Combat LIVE are also worth visiting.
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Gary, Indiana

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 8 min drive - 5.6 km
  • West Beach - 8 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 11 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪John T McCutcheon Travel Plaza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Polekatz Indiana - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this 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!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Pet-Friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! located?

Located in Miller Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Marquette Park, Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. East Shoreline and Indian Boundary Park are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 37 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

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

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

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

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
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10/10 Excellent

Conner

Another Great Stay!

This is my second year returning to the area for the Indiana Dunes Birding Festival and it was another spectacular visit! I was so grateful for the opportunity to stay here again! The house is clean, comfortable, and so cute! It really felt like a home away from home! The towels are fluffy, the beds are comfortable, and there is a cozy little outdoor seating area to relax and kick back after a long day of hiking and exploring.Its super close to the beach and the National Park and the dunes trails. When you come to visit check out places like Tiny's Coffee Bar and the Indiana Sand Dunes National Park! I can't wait to come back again next year! I'm already planning my next trip!
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10/10 Excellent

Gail

Very nice

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Alex B., Denver CO

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
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10/10 Excellent

Mark

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.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
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10/10 Excellent

LINDSAY

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!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

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

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

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

We would stay again

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

8/10 Good

Tim O.

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

Oloffson

Very nice. Loved the beach which is a 5 minute walk awsy
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

George G.

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

Nice!

Weather was awful…. Wish they could have done something that!😂 kids like seeing Chicago across the lake! Good location for the National Park. Comfortable!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Exactly what we wanted!

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.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark N.

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

Wonderful cozy home near the shore

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
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10/10 Excellent

Conner

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!

8/10 Good

Matt H.

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

Great Home Base for Exploring the Dunes

The house is conveniently located about a block from the beach as well a few blocks from Marquette park and a few miles from the national park. Our dog enjoyed the fenced in yard and we took advantage of the fire pit and s'mores kit. The house had sufficient space for our family and enough cooking accessories to easily facilitate making meals. The main drawback was road noise, especially at night when trying to sleep or eating outside. No washer/dryer probably limits the duration of stay as well. Overall, would stay here again. Good communication with host.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

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