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Centrally-located
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Near Marquette Park
6 bedrooms4+ bathroomsSleeps 25
Popular amenities
Hot tub on site
Onsite parking available
Pet-friendly
Kitchen
Washing machine
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Miller Beach, IN
Marquette Park
Place, Marquette Park
1 min walk
Marquette Beach
Place, Marquette Beach
13 min walk
Indiana Dunes National Park
Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
4 min drive
Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
56 min drive
Rooms & beds
6 bedrooms (sleeps 25)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 4
3 Single Bunk Beds
Bedroom 5
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 6
1 Queen Bed
Common Spaces
+1
5 Double Sofa Beds
4 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Bathroom 4
Bathroom 5
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park
Nestled alongside the breathtaking Indiana Dunes National Park and just a 40-minute drive from Chicago, Elyon Hall + Coach House is an idyllic and unpretentious blend of comfort, elegance, and rustic beauty. Create unforgettable memories while celebrating milestones, gathering with friends, family, or colleagues in this hidden gem near the Lake Michigan shoreline.
Why Guests Love Elyon Hall + Coach House: * Experience breathtaking views of Lake Michigan and the stunning dunescape from the large panoramic windows of the Great Room and Loft. * Discover a wealth of amenities for everyone, from the dry cedar sauna, and gourmet kitchen to the game room with foosball, poker table and backyard seasonal sand volleyball court. * Well-appointed and spacious, perfect for up to 24 guests gathering for a family reunion, church retreat, corporate retreat, or a milestone celebration. * Just steps from the front door, explore the scenic hiking trails of the National Park, take a 10-minute stroll to the semi-private sugar-sand beach, enjoy a variety of local restaurants, shopping, and activities.
Highlighted Amenities: * Gourmet Kitchen: Cook in style with high end appliances, dual wine fridges, and a Keurig/Nespresso coffee bar. An additional full kitchen is available in the Coach House for flexible meal prep and convenience. Cookware, utensils, dinnerware, glasses, etc. provided.
* Spa-Inspired Wellness: Recharge with a dry cedar sauna, indoor jetted tub, and a seasonal wood-burning stove. Outside, unwind in the year-round 7-person hot tub or under the stars at the fire pit.
* Outdoor Luxury: Expansive main patio and multi-level decks with dining area, natural gas grill and fire pit, year-round 7-person hot tub, and seasonal amenities including a sand volleyball court and heated outdoor shower. The dog-friendly, gated patio makes Elyon Hall a welcoming spot for furry friends. Coach House deck is equipped with a Weber grill and outdoor table for 2.
* Entertainment Essentials: Smart TVs throughout with Roku and cable streaming, high-speed Wi-Fi, a game room with foosball and poker table, a rec room with wet bar, and more.
* Convenient Parking: Private driveway with room for 8 cars, overflow parking located nearby. Note: street parking is not allowed.
* All-Inclusive Essentials: We provide a fully stocked experience, from coffee and Nespresso pods, trash bags, and dish detergent to self-inflating Aerobeds, all bedding, bath amenities, beach towels, paper towels, toilet tissue, firewood (seasonal wood burning stove), 2 laundry areas, and more.
Layout Overview: Elyon Hall Main House (Six half levels with 6-8 stairs between) Level 6: Luxurious Master Suite with queen bed, en-suite bathroom, dry cedar sauna, steam shower, indoor jetted tub, and a spacious walk-in closet. Level 5: Entertainment loft with large sectional seating group. Level 4: Two Queen bedrooms, full bathroom, and private passage to the Coach House. Level 3: Front Door and Great Room with Kitchen and Dining for 12, outdoor access to gated patio with grill, hot tub, firepit, etc. Level 2: Bunkroom with queen and 2 twin beds, futon sofa, full bathroom, laundry, and side yard/driveway access. Level 1: Game room with foosball, poker/game table, large sectional sofa, and wet bar.
Coach House Open-plan living space with full kitchen, dining for 6, and cozy seating area with a queen sleeper sofa. Two Queen bedrooms, full bathroom, and washer/dryer. Private exterior entrance (one flight of stairs up from driveway) as well as an interior connecting door to the Main House.
Note: additional sleeping options include 4 self-inflating Aerobeds to be set up at will for flexible guest accommodation. Elyon Hall + Coach House is a well-appointed retreat perfect for unforgettable gatherings, offering an elegantly unpretentious blend of comfort, relaxation, and adventure. We look forward to hosting you!
Additional Info: We can accommodate up to 24 guests, additional guest fees apply over 14 guests. We are dog-friendly (up to five dogs allowed), additional fees apply. Early check-in and late checkout may be available for an additional charge, please inquire. 2 night minimum (observed Holidays require a 3 night minimum) Licensee must be at least 30 years of age. No high school, college, after-prom party, or any other underage groups allowed. No bachelor or similar groups permitted. Abide by all Terms and Conditions of the signed vacation rental agreement required for rental of any Miller Beach Vacation Rentals property, regardless of booking method (direct or via a third party) Additional Holiday Premium may apply No illegal, dangerous, or non-family oriented activities or items are permitted including, but not limited to, underage drinking, illegal narcotics, strippers, beach fires, kegs, deep fryers, fireworks, other flammable items, etc. No commercial or retail entities or third-party service providers (e.g., catering companies, DJ’s, VJ’s, rental equipment companies, etc.). No smoking inside or anywhere within 15 feet of any open door or window ($1000 fine). Excessive cleaning (if required)is billed at $35/hr. Repairs due to damages are $45/hour. If anything becomes ruined or missing, you will be charged accordingly. Notification is given prior to any deductions from your security deposit on file. Care for the Premises with all due care, leave it undamaged, clean, and keep conditions safe throughout your stay. Parking for 8 cars in the driveway, street parking not permitted. Overflow parking (free, overnight) available nearby. delete Licencees agrees to identity verification and background check preformed by SafelyStay, Inc. Safely Trust and Safety Damage Waiver Fee provides up to $10,000 of accidental coverage for contents damage and up to $100,000 coverage for accidental property damage and bodily injury during your stay. Full terms provided upon booking.
Additional Guest fee applies over 13 people: $20/person per night. This covers maintenance/replacement of aerobeds, pullout sofas, extra laundry, increased utility costs, wear and tear, and more. Neighborhood quiet hours are strictly enforced from 9PM-9AM; Parties / events, lack of decorum and disruptive noise will not be tolerated; If the neighbors are disturbed, Miller Beach Vacation Rentals reserves the right to ask the tenant to vacate the premises with no refund. Outdoor Music is not permitted after 9PM.
Small, wireless bluetooth speakers are permitted except during Quiet Hours (9pm - 9am). Not permitted are party speakers, amps, subwoofers, stereo surround systems, or other high-powered audio equipment, etc.
We use smart home technology to measure noise decibel levels throughout the property and you will be notified immediately if a noise event has been triggered. Tampering with monitoring devices is strictly prohibited and will result in a $350 fine.
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Property # 3892629
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Gary
Located on the waterfront, this holiday home 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 Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Team Combat LIVE. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including birdwatching, wildlife walks and power boating.
Indiana Dunes National Park - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
Getting around
Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 11 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
7-Eleven - 10 min drive
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Denny's - 9 min drive
Beach Box - 5 min walk
Burger King - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park?
As of 9 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park on 8 Sept, 2026 start from S$1,477, 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 at Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Spa-quality amenities, dog friendly, close to trails, IN Dunes Nat’l Park located?
This family-friendly Gary holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Marquette Park, Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Marquette Beach and East Shoreline are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The host was great to work with and answered questions quickly! The house is beautiful and accommodates A LOT of people. It was perfect for 3 siblings and families to gather together. We will definitely be scheduling more stays here.
Very beautiful house. Just enough space for everyone to spread out. The walk to the beach was a little hike, but the beach felt private and was well worth it.
The property was wonderful. So many amenities that our team loved! The sauna, proximity to the beach and the two kitchens were highlights. It was clean and well-maintained.
We had a great experience at the lake house. Everything was in great condition with all the amenities we could have asked for. Plenty of space and plenty of rooms for family of 12. The master bedroom was absolutely breathtaking. The host company was very responsive and help to make our stay comfortable. Would highly recommend!
Had a wonderful time with family just cooking and hanging out in this beautiful home! Hot tub was a nice spot at the end of the day. Great access to all the sand dune trails. Plenty of room for everyone in our group.
Jenny S.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jul, 2021
Hello Jenny, Great to hear everyone had enough space. The trails is one of my favorites! And the Hot tub!
Thank you again and hope to see you again soon!
Miller Beach Vacation Rentals
We had a great week at the Miller Beach house. It was spacious and very well equipped with everything our large family needed.
Our only disappointment was the distance to walk to the beach, but the uncrowded beach was worth the hike.
Richard R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Richard: Thank you for choosing Miller Beach Dream Retreat Entire Compound for your family vacation! We are pleased that everything worked out well for you. Pls. come back and stay at any of our year-round vacation homes; we can accommodate up to 85 people property-wide.
A great house and location to be with our 4 children and their families. Everyone enjoyed our time together as a family for the first time in four years.
With the exception of one bathroom being out of service and nearby location being a little sketchy everything else was a great place at this beautiful house.
Management responded quickly to all questions. It was a nice spot that worked well for a group of couples with kids. Nice to have a beach area in back to Play volleyball. A nice walk through the dunes to a nice big beach on Lake Michigan.
Roger K.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Christine T.
16 Oct, 2017
This home was great for our group of 19.
Hilary thought of everything, with plenty of dishes, coffee, games and puzzles, movies, bedding, towels, basic toiletries. It was so nice to just show up and enjoy spending time with our extended family. This home was better than we expected and we can't wait to stay again!
Christine T.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Christine:
Thank you so much for having your family reunion with us! When we travel as a family, we only stay in vacation rental homes for so many reasons, one of which is to see what our competitors are doing and make sure we stay several steps ahead. We try to offer everything imaginable to make your stay with us perfect. Leave your worries behind, enjoy family and friends, and hit the beach! We look forward to seeing you again this Spring.
Jim and Hilary
The properties were extremely clean and well-stocked. We appreciated the responsiveness of Miller Beach Vacation Rentals team. We appreciated that the properties accepted dogs. Everyone loved the beaches and dunes, and lots of delicious meals were enjoyed. Check in and check out were super easy.
Great property for our gathering of 25. Beautiful spot near beach and walking trails. All accommodations were excellent. Only negative was volleyball net wasn’t up which was one of the features we wanted. All else was great!
Pros: Huge space, great amenities, easy communication and check-in
Cons: "well-loved" (some signs of wear and tear). One leaky shower (which we reported)
Great for our group of friends for a winter getaway at a resaonable price.
Zachary R.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Brad G.
8 Jun, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Nice house
Bad internet service but everything else was great
Brad G.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Jun, 2021
Brad: Thank you for staying at Dream Retreat Entire Compound. We are pleased to announce that shortly after your stay, we switched internet providers to fiber optic and guests now enjoy speeds up to 1Gb/sec! We will see you again in two months at another year-round Miller Beach Vacation Rental!
Each year we look for a place to gather with our kids and grandkids (20 give or take a couple). This was another fun place to make that happen. Lots of space to gather or spaces for more private conversations. We ate, played games, walked the beach, flew kites, enjoyed the hot tub, jacuzzi and sauna. It was a great time!
Jan H.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Jun, 2021
Hello Jan, So happy to hear everyone had a great time! And the games are always a great thing!
Thank you again and hope to see you again soon!
Miller Beach Vacation Rentals
I brought my volleyball team to stay here for three days while we played in La Porte. The house was amazing! There was room for all of us to sleep comfortably. We had pme ty of space to gather and eat together. The hot tub and deck was a huge hit. The access to the beach was stellar. The communication with the property owners was open and easy. I wish i coupd give this place 10 stars instead of 5!
Great house, great location to the beach. Very close to the Dunes.
Liked the house, liked the location. Checked in on Sunday but on Tuesday the hot water heater failed. We didn't have hot water to do dishes or shower for the rest of our stay. Manager was great to work with and found a Vrbo house across the road to take showers. However, we still enjoyed the stay.
Randy N.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Melissa V.
20 Feb, 2017
Loved by all
The house was beautiful! I rented it for 25 people to surprise my husband for his 30th birthday. It was rented for the weekend and everything was spectacular. The house was incredibly clean when we got there & they were nice enough to set up the volleyball net for the unseasonably warm weather. There was tons of space for everyone. Everyone had such a great time. Thank you so much for letting us rent your home for a few days!
Melissa V.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Melissa:
Glad to hear that everything was perfect for husband's 30th birthday party! We always try to go the extra distance to ensure that our guests are very pleased and have a memorable experience. Normally, we only put the professional sand volleyball court net and boundary markers, etc. up when the overnight lows are higher than 55 degree (i.e., Peak Season), but we were happy to accommodate your request due to unseasonable warm weather in February.
Hope to see you soon at the Miller Beach Dream Retreat!
Jim
Two brother and sister reunion with kids and some grandkids at the beach.
Beautiful Lake Michigan Beach Home well-appointed and located with a short pathway to a gorgeous white sandy beach of Lake Michigan with a view of the Chicago skyline across the lake. Large, comfortable, well-equipped home. Room for all ages with a kitchen made for a chef. A few of the showers were difficult to operate but in all, this home is well worth the price. Thank you for helping our family make memories that will last a lifetime
Stunning property along a beautiful dune ecosystem
We all just loved it here, all the beds are very comfortable, everything is in good working order. Communication with managers was prompt and easy. We would have appreciated an orientation book, to minimize hunting for first aid kit; we didn't find it until the end of the last day. There is one or two bathrooms that have no towel racks, so door nobs had to do. We also thought the check in early and check out late fees were way too high. Also it is very important to make sure you obey the strict parking rules, since street parking his forbidden. Understood! We'll most likely stay here again for sure.
Very clean. One bathroom was out of order. Inconvenient. Property manager was going to check on compensation but was not resolved.
Paula B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified
6/10 Okay
Anthony S.
3 Apr, 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Not big enough for 27 people
Property is a nice location for going to lake michigan. aero beds need replaced. Pull out beds need replaced. House
and bathtubs were not very clean. house is not set up to actually sleep 27. We had a great time, but I would definitely consider other homes over this one for my next get away. especially for the price.
Property was as reported. One both room was out of order. Second one had trouble with the sink not draining. Host was notified. Individual appeared and, after trying a quick fix, made arrangements to return the following day. He did do and made the appropriate repairs. When texts were sent to the host, responses were quick and appropriate.
Ken B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jonathon P.
23 May, 2015
Great place for a corporate retreat
Our corporate retreat was held at the Miller Beach Retreat this spring. We decided to rent a house instead of staying at a hotel and renting conference rooms, which ended up saving thousands and proved to be a more successful meeting place.
We were able to brainstorm and plan out our fiscal year as a group, then move to other areas of the house for break out sessions.
The location on Lake Michigan and the Dunes was great and several of us went on hikes during our down-time—great for clearing our heads! The landscape of this area has a serene and rejuvenating effect.
Plenty of private space for sleeping—the entire group of 20 stayed at the house comfortably.
The hosts were very attentive and only a phone call away if we needed anything (which we didn’t—the house was so well stocked). We plan to make this an annual event and look forward to next year.
Jonathon P.
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2020
Jonathon: We look forward to hosting all your corporate retreats! Like you, more and more groups and families are discovering that it really makes sense to rent our vacation home instead of hotel rooms to host their special events: completely private, less expensive, more amenities, everyone under the same roof, etc. We are continually upgrading furnishings, electronics, and amenities to make sure we remain at the forefront of comfort, function, and convenience. See you soon!
Jim and Hilary
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