Modern Beach Bungalow, Hot tub, Firepit, Foosball, IN Dunes Nat`l Park

Gary, Indiana
$368 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 3

Bed

Bath 1

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 11

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

Escape to Dunehaven, a beautifully updated 3-bedroom Smart Home featuring a private hot tub, fenced backyard, and easy access to Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Located at the end of a quiet street, this modern farmhouse-inspired retreat offers the perfect balance of relaxation, comfort, and convenience.

A scenic trail located just steps from the home leads to Lake Michigan’s sugar-sand beach in approximately 10 to 12 minutes, passing through the natural beauty ofIndiana Dunes National Park and Historic Chanute Hill.

Featured Highlights >>>>>>
Private hot tub and fully fenced backyard
10-12 minute walk to Lake Michigan beach
3 bedrooms plus sleeper sofa, daybed, and self-inflating aerobed
Finished basement recreation room with foosball
Outdoor firepit, pergola dining area, and grill
Five Smart TVs with Roku
Family-friendly layout with multiple gathering spaces
Easy access to Chicago via South Shore train

Kitchen & Dining >>>>>>
The bright, open-concept kitchen is fully equipped with a gas oven, dishwasher, refrigerator/freezer with filtered water and ice maker, island seating for four, and everything needed to prepare meals at home. Complimentary Nespresso and Keurig coffee are provided.

The adjacent dining area seats eight and flows seamlessly into the living room, creating an inviting space for gathering and entertaining.

Living & Entertainment >>>>>>
The main living area features comfortable seating, a sleeper sofa, and a 55-inch Smart TV.

Downstairs, the finished basement recreation room offers a 70-inch Smart TV, sound bar, foosball table, books, games, and an additional dining table perfect for puzzles, crafts, or family game nights.

Outdoor Living >>>>>>
Relax in the private hot tub, gather around the gas firepit, enjoy meals beneath the pergola, or fire up the grill for an outdoor cookout. The backyard is fully fenced for added privacy and includes café lighting, bar seating, and a seasonal heated outdoor shower.

Sleeping Arrangements >>>>>>
Bedroom 1: King bed with Smart TV and sound machine.
Bedroom 2: Queen bed with Smart TV and sound machine.
Bedroom 3: Twin XL over Queen bunk bed with Smart TV and sound machine.
Queen sleeper sofa in the living room
Daybed/Lounge (twin-size) in Lower Level
Self-inflating queen size aerobed
All linens provided

Bathrooms >>>>>>
The home includes one full bathroom and one half bathroom on the main level.

Included Amenities >>>>>>
High-speed Wi-Fi, Nest thermostat, washer and dryer, five Smart TVs with Roku, linens, bath amenities, beach towels, coffee supplies, and keyless entry.

Parking >>>>>>
Parking is available for up to four vehicles, including use of the attached two-car garage. Additional parking is available at the Miller South Shore Station approximately two miles away. Street parking is not permitted.

Explore Miller Beach >>>>>>
Miller Beach is the closest beachside community to Chicago and one of Northwest Indiana’s hidden gems. This growing lakefront arts community offers art galleries, boutique shopping, restaurants, breweries, local favorites, miles of pristine beaches, nature trails, outdoor recreation, golf courses, wineries, casinos, outlet shopping, and easy access to Chicago’s museums, dining, and entertainment.

Nearby Attractions >>>>>>
Lake Michigan Beach is approximately a 10-12 minute walk via the park trail. Indiana Dunes National Park is steps away. South Shore train stations are located within 2 to 5 minutes. Downtown Chicago is approximately one hour away by train or 40-60 minutes by car. Midway Airport is approximately 45 minutes away and O’Hare Airport is approximately one hour away.

Your Stay >>>>>>
Dunehaven is a keyless property. Guests receive a personalized access code, detailed arrival instructions, parking information, and access to our digital guidebook before check-in.

The Miller Beach Vacation Rentals team is available before and during your stay to ensure a seamless experience from booking through checkout.

Additional Information >>>>>>
The home accommodates up to 10 guests.
Dog-friendly accommodations are available for up to 3 house-trained dogs. Additional pet fees apply.
Early check-in and late checkout may be available for an additional charge.

Whether you’re spending the day at the beach, exploring the Indiana Dunes, or relaxing in the hot tub under the stars, Dunehaven offers an unforgettable Lake Michigan getaway.
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.
Must 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 Guest fee applies over 6 people: $25/person per night. This covers maintenance/replacement of aerobeds, pullout sofas, extra laundry, increased utility costs, wear and tear, and more.
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).
Total of four (4) cars are allowed in the designated private parking spots at ANY point in time. Including any visitors, loading and unloading, even if for a short time period. Street parking is not permitted. Overflow parking is 2 miles away
Maximum Occupancy is 14 individuals total, not including children less than two years of age on Arrival Date
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.
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 charge of $10.50/night applies for stays over 7 nights.
Licensee agrees to identity verification and background check performed by SafelyStay, Inc.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    3 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided Sofa Bed
  • GENERAL

    Unit Size: 1507 Sq Ft (140 Sq M)
  • KITCHEN

    Dishwasher Freezer Ice Maker Kitchen Island Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster Oven
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Car Required Limited Onsite Parking (max 4 Spaces) Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage Street Parking Available
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Fenced Yard Firepit Garden Gas Grill
  • POOL/SPA

    Hot Tub
  • BATHROOMS

    1.5 Bathrooms Hair Dryer Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk
  • THINGS TO DO

    Birdwatching Nearby Marina Nearby Power Boating Nearby Sledding Nearby Water Park Nearby Wildlife And Game Walks Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Books Foosball Table Smart TV With Digital Service
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Highchair Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near Outlet Shopping On The Lake
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 04:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 11

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Karina

    Submitted Aug 19, 2025

    Stayed Jul 12, 2025

    Good: 1) Good location, walkable distance to beach 2) Beach is wide and nice, not many people, pets allowed, parking is available by hour if needed 3) Nice cozy backyard 4) Spaceous basement To improve: 1) Garage had wood poles after re-constuction. I had to move them around which was heavy to be able to park both cars, it was too narrow and I could not open the doors 2) Air conditioner was pre-set to a certain range that you can't change. It didn't work for me. I have never seen such restrictions 3) Doors are missing inner manual lock. Not sure how often codes are changed and who know them, felt unsafe in this area without manual inside door locks. 4) Hot tab outside had sand on the bottom, didn't feel like using, not sure if it was cleaned 5) I think I saw 2 house cameras on main floor and basement even though in manual it was said that cameras are only used to monitor outside

  • Bruce L.

    Submitted Apr 20, 2026

    Stayed Apr 17, 2026

    Home was very welcoming to pets and very clean and comforting. It was a little cold so we didn’t get a chance to experience the beach which is literally down the street but we will be returning when the weather gets warmer for sure.

  • Submitted Feb 6, 2026

    Stayed Jan 2, 2026

    A plus thanks

  • Laura S.

    Submitted Aug 10, 2025

    Stayed Aug 3, 2025

    Taking the grandchildren on

  • Alica T.

    Submitted Aug 1, 2025

    Stayed Jul 29, 2025

    House was wonderful

  • John T.

    Submitted Jul 12, 2025

    Stayed Jul 7, 2025

    Overall the place is nicely decorated and clean. Lots of space with the 3 bedrooms and basement where the kids played. Did not get 5 stars due to numerous broke or non working items, including: hot tub only one set of jets working, dishwasher top rack broke, frig slow water leak, jets & plug not working in tub, fire pit edges cracked, building materials in garage limited space to park and be able to get in/out of cars.

  • Laura H.

    Submitted Sep 4, 2024

    Stayed Aug 20, 2024

    Came into town for a family event with our kids and grandkids. This was a nice spot to stay to enjoy yhe heach tor a couple days. Fenced

  • Dan S.

    Submitted Aug 13, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    A short getaway before daughters moved back to college. Enjoyed the proximity to the beach and the Dunes State and National parks. Grateful for owners that are pet-friendly as our guy is a family member and loves outdoor adventure. Appreciated the quick response and resolution to address an issue with the water heater during our stay.

  • Angel M.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2024

    Stayed Aug 3, 2024

    My overall impression of the Dunehaven is very positive. The house was very clean. They thought of everything- clean towels, fresh linen, extra pillows, blankets and pillowcases for our use. The kitchen was sticked with dishes, pots, pans and more. Even shampoo, conditioner and body wash. That was amazing. The hot tub and grill outside were also nice amenities. We walked to the beach and had a beach brunch from my daughter's Fifteenth birthday. It is close by, a five minute drive. The only criticism I have for the house is that we could not control the temperature the way we wanted to. At some point, Some of the girls were cold and we could not adjust the thermostat higher than 77°, or even turn off the air once the house was extremely cool. I don't like the fact that someone put a lock on the thermostat to not go past certain temperatures. That is an issue for me to have someone else controlling the temperature of the house when we are the ones in the house. Being too cold or too hot is extremely uncomfortable, especially when I believe the owners' goal is to make guests as comfortable as possible. Other than that, I do understand the noise concerns, so we did not play any loud music at all, and the TV volume was also at a moderate level throughout our stay. I would definitely recommend this home. The beds are comfortable. There was enough space for all of us. We left the house very clean- in the condition it was in when we arrived out of respect and common courtesy.

  • John H.

    Submitted Jul 7, 2024

    Stayed Jun 30, 2024

    The house was recently remodeled so it was pretty nice. The back deck was perfect and really nice. The ring door bell lets the property manager spy on you. For some odd reason there is no parking in front of the house so when we had guests over I got a text telling me that they needed to move the car. This no parking in front of the house. the only signs in Miller beach for no street parking are in front of this house everywhere else has street parking. We could not adjust the thermostat. This house is older so the back bedrooms were hot. You are not allowed to adjust the thermostat so be prepared to be hot if you stay here. Hot water really took a long time to get hot and we ran out it every night after everyone showered. The Dish washer didn't work so we had to do dishes by hand every night. It would appear the property owner is not local and the management company does a poor job. There are nicer properties to stay in. I would not recommend this one.

  • Dora R.

    Submitted Jul 1, 2024

    Stayed Jun 28, 2024

    Six ladies all family were celebrating 2 of us turning 60. The house was very modern with a great layout and nice outdoor entertaining area. Our only suggestion would be its time to replace the mattress's in each room.

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