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1 Mi to Indiana Dunes Nat'l Park: Home w/ Patio!

Entire home in Gary, IN

11 guests·3 bedrooms·2.5 bathrooms
4.5 · 10 reviews

Why you'll love this stay

Outdoor Living

Outdoor Living

Furnished deck with fire pit and gas grill for lakeside evenings.

Entertainment & Amenities

Entertainment & Amenities

Basement game room with ping-pong and arcade for rainy days.

Location & Accessibility

Location & Accessibility

Walk to Wells Street Beach; Chicago day trips under an hour.

Property details

Basement Game Room | Furnished Outdoor Space | In-Unit Laundry

Enjoy a lake getaway at this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom vacation rental home in Gary. 'Beach Daze Cottage' boasts an inviting interior, a furnished outdoor living area, and a prime location just a walk away from Wells Street Beach. When you're not out exploring Lake Michigan, indulge in a game of ping-pong or roast marshmallows around the fire pit! While you're here, be sure to take a day trip to Chicago — less than 40 miles away!

The space
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
- Bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 2: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 3: 1 queen bed
- Bedroom 4: 1 twin bed
- Loft: 2 twin daybeds
- Living Room: 1 queen sleeper sofa
- Additional Sleeping: 1 crib, 1 portable crib

OUTDOOR SPACE
- Private deck, gas grill
- Furnished patio, fire pit, dining area

INDOOR LIVING
- Flat-screen TVs w/ cable
- Dining table, ceiling fans

GAME ROOM
- Ping-pong table, arcade game
- Flat-screen TV
- Bar seating, game table

KITCHEN
- All major appliances including dishwasher
- Keurig coffee maker
- Cooking basics, spices, knife set
- Dishware & flatware, high chair

GENERAL
- Free WiFi
- Central heating & A/C
- Linens & towels, hair dryer
- Washer & dryer, laundry detergent

FAQ
- 2 exterior security cameras (facing out)

ACCESSIBILITY
- Stairs required for access
- 3-story home

PARKING
- Driveway (6 vehicles)

Guest access
Guests will have access to the entire property

Other things to note
- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Additional fees and taxes may apply
- Photo ID may be required upon check-in

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- This 3-story home requires stairs to access
- Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front of the house facing the sidewalk, and 1 camera is located on the back of the house facing the backyard. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras record video and audio when activated by motion

Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 queen Bed

Living room 1

1 sofa Bed

Living room 2

2 single Beds

What’s included

  • Free parking on premises

    Free parking on premises

  • Washer

    Washer

  • Dryer

    Dryer

  • Central air conditioning

    Central air conditioning

  • Central heating

    Central heating

  • Kitchen

    Kitchen

  • Wifi

    Wifi

  • Patio or balcony

    Patio or balcony

Guest reviews

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Anne

Great location

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August 2024

House had all we needed and we appreciated the beach toys and games downstairs. It does feel a little run down and could do with some furniture steam cleaning, a paint job and deep clean.

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Casethia

Great stay

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March 2024

This house was amazing. Me and my siblings stayed here so that we could all be under one roof since we all live in different states and it was so spacious. It even had a game room down stairs that we didn’t expect. Owner was very nice and the area was great. Definitely recommend booking!

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Marlene

nice good location

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August 2023

nice property, close to beach, quiet neighborhood. Good for families. Enjoyed our stay.

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Heather

AMAZING!

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August 2023

We wanted to be close to the Dunes, and I have never stayed closer in my life!!! This was a gorgeous little house, with lots of beautiful beachy vibes, family focused, and so close to the beach that we walked to/from for meals without having to worry about a thing. It also has a wooded backyard that makes it feel secluded, private, and like you are in the forest (while listening to the waves!). The hostess was extremely responsive when we needed her. We will definitely be booking this same residence for a later family trip. We took our 4 kids and everyone had a bed, which NEVER happens. So many happy memories. THANK YOU!

Know before you go

House rules

Check-in: 4:00pm

Checkout: 10:00am

No pets allowed

Min. age to rent: 18

No smoking

No parties

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