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Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach!

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A spacious dining area with a wooden table and white chairs, a large mirror, and a ceiling fan.
A beach with clear blue water and a sandy shore.
A neatly made bed with a brown throw blanket, two bedside tables with lamps, a circular wall decoration, and a window with sheer curtains.
A modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances, a wooden dining area, and a coffee station.
A living room with wooden walls, a fireplace, a flat-screen TV, and a sofa.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroom1100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet friendly
  • Air conditioning
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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

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About the neighborhood

Gary

Located in Miller Beach within a short walk of Lake Michigan, this vacation home is within a mile (2 km) of other popular sights such as Indiana Dunes National Park. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a fireplace, and a dining area.
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What's nearby

  • Indian Boundary Park - 2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Marquette Park - 8 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • East Shoreline - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Marquette Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 2 min drive - 1.4 miles

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 9 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 73 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Beach Box - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Mr Fuel Travel Center - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach!

Welcome to your home away from home in Miller Beach, Indiana. Just a 9 minute walk to Lake Michigan and about an hour from Chicago. You can either drive or take the South Shore train straight into downtown Chicago by Millennium Park.
We usually earn 5 stars for cleanliness, communication, and location, but guests expecting a hotel style or high end experience may not find it a fit.

Built in 1956, this is not a luxury or newly remodeled home. It’s been adapted for short term rentals and priced accordingly.
Ideal for guests who value cleanliness, location, safety, clear communication, and an affordable stay.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 3 bedrooms and a dining area. Other standard amenities include a fireplace and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Air conditioning

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Things to do

  • Water sports equipment

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1,100 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Lock the doors
Please wash any used dishes before checkout.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Pets

  • This property welcomes pets
  • Dogs only
  • 1 total pets
  • Service animals exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 25

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector and a smoke detector.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What's there to do near this vacation home?

This vacation home is situated in Miller Beach, just steps from Indian Boundary Park, and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Marquette Park. You'll also find Indiana Dunes National Park and West Beach within a short drive.

Is parking available on site at Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach!?

No, there isn't parking available at the vacation home.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach!?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this vacation home include a fireplace, a smart TV, and a kitchen.

Does Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach! have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home offer breakfast?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this vacation home allow pets to stay for free?

Although dogs can't stay for free, they are welcome at this vacation home.

Does Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach! have connecting rooms available?

No, there aren't connecting guestrooms at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is about 28.5 mi away.

Are there rooms with balconies that I can book at Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach!?

No, there aren't any house at Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach! that offer a balcony.

Cozy Family Getaway- 4 Blocks From The Beach! Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We love the house, it was clean and in a safe location. Thanks so much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice stay for our family of 5. Beds were really comfortable and the A/C worked very well. A nice little stay for a family looking for safety and comfort.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice property and we'll maintained in a good location.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026