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Spacious MCM beach house with large, private yard!

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A spacious living room with a wooden floor, a dining area with a round table and chairs, a fireplace, and large windows offering a view of the outdoors.
Private kitchen
A deck with outdoor furniture, including a sofa, chairs, and a table, surrounded by a wooden railing and a lattice fence.
A modern kitchen with wooden paneling, a dining area with a wooden table and chairs, and a blue sofa in a living room with large windows.
A dining area with a wooden table, chairs, and a bench. There is a large window with a view of trees and a road.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends

    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.

  • Foosball on-site

    A rare find — the foosball table is waiting for you.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Walk to Marquette Park
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

Explore the area

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

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Living Room 1

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

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

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bidet · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Spacious MCM beach house with large, private yard!

Welcome to Birdie's Beach Retreat! A beautiful mid-century modern house with all the updated amenities you could need. Only a 10 minute walk from the beautiful Lake Michigan beaches and a five minute drive to year-round hiking and outdoor activities at the Indiana Dunes National Park. Enjoy our 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom house with a large, private fenced-in backyard and deck. Beautiful indoor and outdoor space makes this the perfect getaway. House-trained dogs welcome! Sorry no cats (allergies).
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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

For more than 2 dogs please contact us.

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

NO parties or more than 4 cars parked at the house

Quiet time from 11pm – 7am

No fireworks allowed on property

Important information

You need to know

Property # 3868957vb
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
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

Miller Beach, a neighbourhood in Gary, is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts, or check out an event or a game at Gary SouthShore RailCats SteelYard.
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Gary, IN

What's nearby

  • Indian Boundary Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Marquette Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • East Shoreline - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Marquette Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 3 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 8 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Beach Box - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mr Fuel Travel Center - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious MCM beach house with large, private yard! pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Spacious MCM beach house with large, private yard!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious MCM beach house with large, private yard!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious MCM beach house with large, private yard!?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Spacious MCM beach house with large, private yard! located?

Located in Miller Beach, this family-friendly Gary holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Indian Boundary Park and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 1.5 mi (2.4 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 18 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 18 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 18 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house is very clean with great gathering spaces for our group of 6 adults and one child. The location was perfect for exploring Indiana Dunes NP.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This home, not only decorated nostalgically, it is appointed that way. We felt like we stepped back in time for a week. We spent our days exploring the dunes and shoreline. Our family had everything we needed, and even more, with an age range of 1 to 84 years, including our furry friends. Our fur babies were well taken care of with toys and cozy beds. They absolutely loved the fenced yard! We enjoyed quiet mornings on the deck, sipping coffee, playing board games, watching VHS tapes, and roasting marshmallows over the fire pit. The hosts were attentive and accommodating. Highly recommend!!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was very well appointed. The beds were very comfortable, plenty of pillows, and comforters provided the right amount of warmth. The kitchen was well stocked with every appliance that we needed for cooking as well as dishes and silverware. The TV room downstairs was very comfortable and we enjoyed a "movie night" on the large couch. We brought our two chihuahuas along and they thoroughly enjoyed running around in the back yard and in the house. The available dog treats were a special addition. The house was very clean and the host was available if needed. Would highly recommend the property ! Quiet cute neighborhood close to the dunes.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfortable and clean, great host

Comfortable and clean, great host
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Family getaway

Home was very cozy and clean. Owner was great to work with. Short walk to beach! Family and dog friendly home. Had everything we needed to enjoy our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Miller Beach

Great! Very cute and clean place with good amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Mid-Century Charmer

This very charming mid-century home is easy to book, check-in and stay in. It offers just the right amount of mid-century style and modern conveniences for your stay in the region. Very nice kitchen appliances. Great host, a nice property and considerate amenities will make your stay comfortable and special.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Long weekend trip with our 5 year old grandson and our lab to explore Dunes National Park. Location was close to the lake and park trails. The house had everything we needed and then some! The best dog friendly home we have ever stayed in! The host had lots of treats, toys and dog beds. Our grandson loved all of the games. Beds were very comfortable. Backyard was great for the dog too. Everything was spotless. Very nice MCM home!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Location near Miller beach, Pet friendly! On time communication. 10 minutes' walk to miller beach, 20 minutes' drive to Indiana Dunes state Park. They have kid's game, nice fence and patio, fully kitchen supplier which is very convenience. Comfortable bed which makes up sleep really good. it is a great Trip and highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Absolutely perfect

Very nice, clean and well maintained house! You have everything you need. The beaches are gorgeous, walking distance. The hosts are very nice and respond immediately on your questions! We had an amazing, relaxing experience! Loved it!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Jul 2024
Thanks for such a great review, Milena! We really appreciate you all choosing our place. Have a great rest of your summer. -Jon
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family vacation home

Loved the Miller Beach property, it had everything we needed and more.This home is very spacious and has lots of comfortable gathering areas, inside and outIt was more than enough room for our group of 4 adults, 1 child and 1 dog. They have thought of everything! Beautiful beach and Lake Michigan within walking distance. Two restaurants within walking distance, lots of games and activities for inside and out. We really appreciated all of the beach chairs, umbrella and wagon. Honestly, they have thought of everything you would possibly need for a fabulous vacation.We loved it
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Miller Beach Weekend

First and foremost my family enjoyed themselves. The grand kids had a blast with board games (no cell phones) and bumper pool. No one slept, my daughters enjoyed the location and backyard deck. Nice big clean kitchen for family breakfast. Great place for family gatherings, located near Miller Beach. Quiet neighborhood, easy access to freeways and restaurants. Host was available for all of our needs including access to streaming services. Highly recommended!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The living is easy

Two families came together with 4 adults, 3 kids, and 2 dogs. We were shocked at how spacious the house is and how many thoughtful extras it contained. To begin with, there was more than enough comfortable space for all of the people and dogs in our group. We had ample space to spend time together indoor and outdoor. The dogs were welcomed with SO many toys, dog bowls, and a massive fenced in yard. There was no worry about running out of any soaps, paper towels, or anything of that sort. We walked to 2 beaches and had coolers, chairs, wagon...all available to use. The stay could not have been more comfortable and easy. I highly recommend anyone to stay here! Thanks for an amazing time!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
The host was very responsive and helpful! The house had 2 floors, and only the bottom level (basement) had a TV to share for all guests. Unfortunately, the bottom level was cold, and we didn't find any space heaters. It would have been great if there was a TV in the common room upstairs where it was warmer and gave access for any guests who are handicapped (unable to go downstairs). We also didn't use the shower downstairs because it was too cold. The bedrooms would have been nicer if there were black out curtains. Most curtains were sheer, so it wasn't very private, especially in the common room upstairs. Lastly, the washer needed major cleaning. My family relied on using the washer/dryer for clean clothes, but we found mold in the washer drum until after we used it. We had 6 guests, and 4 of us got skin rashes after wearing the washed clothes. Otherwise, the beds were comfortable, and we stayed warm wearing layers since we were limited to 75 house temperature. The kitchen had everything we needed to cook breakfast and eat our meals.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Feb 2026
Hi Sheila, we're so sorry your visit was less than satisfactory. Our cleaning crew did not notice mold in the washer, but we had our handyman come over right away to take the washer apart and he cleaned everything with bleach. As for the heat, there were multiple space heaters in the bedroom closets that are portable and can be taken down to the basement. We don't have any temperature limits set on our thermostat so you could have gone higher than 75. We do have it set so it keeps temps above 70, but that's about it.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We stayed here for a long weekend for our daughter's birthday. The house was great! There was enough room for all 7 of us. The kitchen had everything we needed as we brought most of our food and cooked there. We gathered around the big dining room table multiple times a day and ended up in the basement to play games to wrap up the nights. The TV had multiple streaming options available, Netflix, Prime, etc. The beach was a quick 5 minute drive so we went there almost every day, even for just a few minutes. The host reached out about a week before the stay and then the morning of they had some internet issues, which he let us know about and would keep us informed. Luckily, they were resolved before we even arrived but it was nice to receive that communication. We did not bring our dog, but the house is super pet friendly: fully fenced in backyard with doggie bags, dog beds on both floors, tons of toys and some treats in the kitchen. We would definitely stay at this house again if we come back to the area, and maybe bring our dog with us as well!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

2/10 Terrible

Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Jan 2025
We had VRBO cancel this guest's stay because he violated multiple house rules including 15 guests and partying until 4am. He also had more than 8 guests stay the night when he said in his reservation that it'd only be two guests. Even after all this we still gave him a partial refund.

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