Cool Beach House - new improved - 3bd-2 ba
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Cool Beach House - new improved - 3bd-2 ba is a smoke-free vacation home in the Miller Beach area of Gary (New Chicago), set one house from the sandy dunes of Lake Michigan. It’s positioned as a comfortable, year-round family retreat in a family neighborhood, with books, games, and music available for guests. The property holds a 5/5 public rating from 16 reviews.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, laid out for groups and multi-generation stays. Sleeping options include a queen bed plus a daybed in one room, a double bed with single beds in another, and three single beds in the third. Linens and towels are provided, helping simplify packing for beach stays.
Amenities & Outdoor Space
Inside, guests have air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, cable TV, and an ironing board for longer stays. Outside, there’s a large enclosed yard and an outdoor grill for casual cookouts. The smoke-free setup is suited to travelers looking for a cleaner indoor environment.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The home is steps from Lake Michigan beaches and near outdoor draws like Indiana Dunes National Park. Transit access includes the Oak & Vermillion bus stop about 92 m away, and train stations at Portage/Ogden Dunes (~3.6 km) and Miller (~4.2 km). Nearby dining includes Flamingo Pizza Of Miller (~749 m) plus options such as Ember and Oak Smokehouse (~4.1 km) and Caribbean Roots (~3.9 km).
Best for
Best for beach-focused families and small groups who want immediate access to Lake Michigan—this home sits one house from the dunes. It also suits self-caterers and longer stays thanks to a fully equipped kitchen, air conditioning, and a large enclosed yard with an outdoor grill.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transit, the Oak & Vermillion bus stop is very close (about 92 m), with additional stops at Oak & Shelby and Oak & County Line within walking distance. For rail connections, the Portage/Ogden Dunes and Miller stations are a short drive away (roughly 3.6–4.2 km). Major airports are farther out—Chicago Midway is about 47 km away and O’Hare about 69 km—so plan ground transportation accordingly.
What guests say
Reviews consistently emphasize how well the home’s location works for a beach stay, highlighting the setting as a standout. Guests also note that the property itself exceeds expectations compared with its listing photos. Feedback is strongly positive overall, aligning with the 5/5 rating from 16 reviews. No recurring negatives are reflected in the provided excerpts.
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