Dunland Cottage W /hot tub, paddle boards, fire pit
Guest rating: 4.9 / 5
Overview
Dunland Cottage is a smoke-free, pet-friendly mid-century modern cottage set up for a “live like a local” stay in Miller Beach, a neighborhood of Gary in the New Chicago area. The home is designed around beach time and group hangouts, with a hot tub plus outdoor staples like a fire pit and paddle boards. Public feedback is strong overall, with a 4.9 rating from 16 reviews.
Space & Sleeping Setup
The cottage is arranged across two levels to accommodate larger groups. Upstairs has a king bedroom, a queen bedroom, and a third bedroom with two twin beds sharing a bathroom. Downstairs adds two queen beds plus a second bathroom.
Kitchen & In-Home Amenities
A full kitchen is provided, with place settings for 10 and basic cookware and bakeware for preparing meals. Air conditioning is included for warm-weather comfort. The property is non-smoking and welcomes pets.
Beach & Outdoor Gear
For days at Lake Michigan, the home supplies paddle boards and paddles, along with four backpack beach chairs and six beach towels. On return, guests can relax with a bonfire-style evening at the fire pit or soak in the hot tub. The location is a convenient base for Indiana Dunes National Park and nearby beach time.
Location & Nearby Transit/Food
Public transit access is close, with the Lakewood & Rush bus stop about 100 m away; Lakewood & Vanderburg (741 m) and Oak & Shelby (792 m) are also nearby. Miller train station is about 2.9 km away and Portage/Ogden Dunes station about 4.4 km away. Nearby dining options include Flamingo Pizza Of Miller (about 521 m) and Beach Buds NWI (about 1.4 km), plus additional restaurants within a short drive such as Ember and Oak Smokehouse and Caribbean Roots.
Best for
This cottage is best for beach-focused friend groups and multi-generational getaways who want a self-catered setup with social amenities—especially the hot tub, fire pit, and provided paddle boards, chairs, and towels. It also suits travelers exploring Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park while staying in the Miller Beach area.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transportation, Lakewood & Rush bus station is roughly a 100 m walk, and Miller train station is about 2.9 km away. For flights, Chicago Midway International Airport is about 46.7 km away and Chicago O’Hare International Airport about 68.7 km away, so allow extra time for airport transfers. With a kitchen and place settings for 10, stocking groceries can make group meals and beach days easier to manage.
What guests say
Reviews indicate guests generally find the cottage a great fit for their stay and report having a very good overall experience. A recurring concern mentioned is cleanliness in less-visible areas (such as debris left under furniture). Another issue noted is a maintenance problem involving a leak under a sink with moisture underneath. Despite these drawbacks, overall satisfaction remains high, aligning with the strong public rating.
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