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Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio

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This enclosed porch space is our favorite!
Our path, just 3 blocks north, to the 2.5 mile stretch of beach, along Lake MI.
The Hummingbird Cottage - fun, colorful, & cozy😊 *Fireplace is not working*
The master bedroom, with a ladder to the loft.
Our beach area, on Lake Michigan an easy 10 min walk away - it is 2.5miles long.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 7549.0 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Marquette Park
  • Place, Ogden Dunes Beach
  • Place, West Beach
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

Master

1 Queen Bed

The Loft

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park

~Short 3 block walk (10 min) to an incredible 2.5 mile stretch of Lake MI beach
~Surrounded by the Indiana Dunes National Park - lots of trails to explore
~Bayless Dune Hike is 1 block south
~45min drive to Chicago city center
~Fast wifi-95Mbps
~Beach towels, beach chairs & umbrella, wagon, life jackets, & beach toys provided
~Included: Weber gas grill, keurig duo, kettle, crockpot, cozy beds, firewood (outdoor firepit), 2 Roku TVs, +more
~Close drive to train station -South Shore Line goes from Chicago-South Bend/Notre Dame
~When you stay with us, you can get lost in nature or the big city (Chicago) - or you never have to leave:)
*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE STAIRS (APPROX 15) FOR ENTERING/LEAVING THE PROPERTY*
*ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1) The bedrooms don't have doors - the master & bunk room have curtains separating the rooms from the main area. The loft is open to the master.
2) The indoor fireplace (under the TV in the living room) is non-functional - it is just for looks.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children under 5 years are not allowed in loft.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
-No parties, illegal drugs, smoking/vaping, pets, and/or fireworks allowed on property -Children under 5, are not allowed in loft. -Swim at own risk
-Booking guest is responsible for the safety of all guests. Owner is not liable, should anything occur during the stay, on or off the property.
-Quiet Hours are 10pm-9am. -Rental Agreement must be completed to gain access. -Host reserves right to cancel (penalty free) if guest has bad review.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Long-term renters welcome
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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Gary

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Miller Beach, a neighbourhood in Gary. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Deep River Water Park, or check out an event or a game at Gary SouthShore RailCats SteelYard. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Gary, IN

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 8 min drive - 5.3 km
  • West Beach - 8 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 10 min drive - 8.7 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 5 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Flamingo Pizza of Miller - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Mr Fuel Travel Center - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park located?

This family-friendly Gary cottage is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. East Shoreline and Marquette Park are also within 15 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Robin Secord

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We love to travel & want to be able to share our love of travel with others.

Why they chose this property

This property is so fun, plus the location can't be beat! The location is perfect if you want to get lost in nature or the big city, of Chicago:) We hope you enjoy your stay, as much as we enjoy the area.

What makes this property unique

You feel like you are in a different world when at the house, but you have access to anything & everything right outside.

It is also a great beach escape from the hustle & bustle of the big city or the chaos of a Notre Dame football game @ the Notre Dame Stadium.

We also have a fabulous guide book, full of local ideas to keep busy with (if that is what you prefer). There is everything from a local festival guide, the beach swimming flag color of the day, U-Pick farm suggestions, & local favorites.

Languages:

English

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