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Steps to Lake Michigan Beach: Gary Vacation Rental

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Gary Vacation Rental | 4BR | 2.5BA | 1,764 Sq Ft | Stairs Required
Wells Street Beach | Walking Distance
Living Room | Queen Sleeper Sofa | Free WiFi | Main Level
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 11163.9 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Gary, Indiana
  • Marquette Park
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • West Beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Ogden Dunes Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Gary, IN (GYY-Gary - Chicago Intl.)
    ‪20 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 11)

Additional Sleeping (Living Room)

1 Double Sofa Bed

Additional Sleeping (Loft)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Full Bathroom

Full Bathroom

Half Bathroom

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Steps to Lake Michigan Beach: Gary Vacation Rental

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 PROPERTY --

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)

-- THE LOCATION --

- Walk to Wells Street Beach & Lake Michigan
- Golf courses nearby
- 1 mile to Indiana Dunes State Park
- 4 miles to nearest marina
- 44 miles to Chicago Midway International Airport

-- REST EASY WITH US --

Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you.

-- POLICIES --

- No smoking
- No pets allowed
- No events, parties, or large gatherings
- Must be at least 25 years old to book
- 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

Property manager

Evolve

Languages

English, French, German, Spanish

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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Check in after 4:00 PM
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Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

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Smoking

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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
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 security system and a first aid kit

About the area

Gary

Located on the beach, 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 Deep River Water Park and Team Combat LIVE. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as power boating.
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Gary, Indiana

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • West Beach - 6 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 9 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 10 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 5 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪John T McCutcheon Travel Plaza - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Dairy Queen - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Steps to Lake Michigan Beach: Gary Vacation Rental pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Steps to Lake Michigan Beach: Gary Vacation Rental?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Steps to Lake Michigan Beach: Gary Vacation Rental?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Steps to Lake Michigan Beach: Gary Vacation Rental located?

This family-friendly Gary holiday home is located on the beach, just steps away from Marquette Park and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) away.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 23 out of 34 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 34 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 34 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 34 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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6/10 Okay

Anne

Great location
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

4/10 Poor

Emily M.

Liked: Check-in, location
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location but dirty and unsafe also a mouse
Let’s start with the pros, this location is minutes away from a great beach. Now for the cons. The house is quite dirty. When we first arrived the table was fully set with plates and bowls. Unfortunately these dishes were dirty and had to be washed immediately. Like each bowl was full of someone’s snack crumbs. The floor was dirty and there were spiderwebs everywhere. The final morning of our stay as we were finishing breakfast we saw a mouse run across the kitchen floor and under the dishwasher. Yuck. The smoke detectors upstairs were all missing. This has to be some sort of code violation. There is an electrical plate upstairs that has a huge hole in it which is a big hazard with young kids. This place is expensive enough that I expected better. 100% do not recommend :)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Ellen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice
Nice
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lyndsey J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay!!
Perfect short walk to beach. Private. Clean. Great for family time. Will be back if booking allows!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice Stay
Very cute little neighborhood just a short walk to the beach! Wagon, high chair, 4-5 folding beach chairs and a new umbrella were provided!! We even found the blender has been removed and our host grabbed a new one for us by the next day! Cute house, lots of room to spread out.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Denise K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect getaway close to beach!
The house was perfect for our group of 9, ranging in age from 5-47. The house had everything we needed and was clean and nicely decorated! It is a very short walk to the beach, which was never crowded and always clean! We had a brief malfunction with the carbon monoxide detection system and the owner was there within 5 minutes to remedy the situation. We would definitely stay again!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant
This was a lovely place to stay and enjoy a short walk to a lovely beach.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deulis A. P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful and well-kept house
Whoever manages this house is very professional and takes great care of the details. Excellent house for the family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Holly U.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication
Good trip with some issues.
Overall, a good house. Pros: - Truly is steps from Miller Beach which has a snack shack with burgers, ice cream, etc. - House is very cute and well-stocked. Cons: - We could not open the lockbox to retrieve the key. I texted and called the number they provided several times. It took a few hours to get a call back which was stressful. Ultimately, she sent someone out to help. - The house has a critter issue. I assume they are mice, but they are in the walls and cause lots of noise starting very early in the morning (5am).
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lynne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location!
Don’t let location keep you from renting this amazing rental, Gary Indiana has some beautiful lake front properties. This nice home is literally steps from the beach, 2 min. walk. The location is ideal for visiting the Indiana Dunes National Park. I suggest a short drive north to care stair ants and shops in New Buffalo, MI.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Herb M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great visit to Lake Michigan/Indiana Dunes
Everything needed for a comfortable stay. Close to water, cool at night. Great spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Cathy M.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place close to the Beach
Very spacious, awesome supplies, fully loaded with everything you need. Only a 2 block walk to the beach in a lovely neighborhood. We would definitely recommend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Amelia K.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Good location for a relaxing weekend
Place is a 1 minute walk to Lake Michigan and the beach is great. The house has a really nice finished basement that wasn’t shown in the pictures that we really enjoyed. The only downfall was that the place was not very clean (dirty floors) and lots of bugs throughout the home (bees, spiders, ants).
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Glen D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful beach location!
We spent a wonderful long weekend in this charming cottage, had perfect weather for our multiple outings to the beach, which is steps away as advertised! The cottage was very well equipped with everything we needed, and the neighborhood is outstanding! We will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
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10/10 Excellent

Casethia

Great stay
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!

8/10 Good

katie h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Girls weekend getaway!
We enjoyed our stay at this house! There was plenty of beds and the weather was perfect for us to have a bonfire! The wood provided was a little green but burnt well after we got the coals nice and hot. The beach was a quick walk away and a great place to relax and catch some sun. There was plenty of great beach stuff at the house but the umbrella was older and looked broken so we didn't take it. I would rent this house again! If your looking for a place that has a lot of places to eat or things to do, this isn't your area. It was fantastic for laughs and relaxation for a group of friend whom go away once a year to forget the real world for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Heather A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
AMAZING!
We loved the location and the environment! The secluded, wooded yard out back was so inviting, quiet, and serene. We heard birds, saw wildlife, and listened to the waves. When we were ready to go to the beach, we simply walked over to the water! We loved how close we were. It made it so easy to hop back to the house for lunch and dinner, spending the rest of our time at the beach. We felt safe the entire time, there was plenty for the kids to do, and the adults got to relax.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Marlen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
get away to the beach
property was very nice and as described, Quiet neighborhood and close walk to the beach. Beach was very nice. Did not expect boats to park so close to the beach- too many boats. House and location great.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Reyna C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home by the beach
The house was perfectly located steps from the beach. The house was clean and cozy. My husband and kids enjoyed the weekend trip.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Great location
Place was super cute. Great location, half a block from the lake. It was nice that they had a small rec space in the basement with a ping pong table. It really came in handy on the rain day.
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8/10 Good

Hanaly

Very convenient location
Very nice house and less than a block from the beach. This has many supplies such as children's toys, pack n’ play and also high chair, which was a great plus. The host assisted us so quick with some missing items in the house. The only thing was hard to keep a balanced temperature with the air conditioning, it works perfectly on the first floor but hot on the second one.

10/10 Excellent

mary k s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Was a great house in a great location
Loved walking to the beach, easy drive to everything else. I highly recommend this home!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Hanaly S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Good location
Good location
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stay / No Issues / As Advertised
Great overall stay - the house was very clean - great inclusion of linens - comfortable beds - good inclusion of things in the Kitchen, etc. Though located in Gary, IN it felt to be in a safe area and the beach really is just a short distance away. Would definitely stay here again if we ever come back to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Great girls weekend
We took a girls trip for the daughters summer birthdays and they had a blast. There was easy access to the beach area and the house had everything we needed for a comfortable stay.

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