Lakefront Family Retreat w/ Grill: Steps to Beach!
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
Lakefront Family Retreat w/ Grill: Steps to Beach! is a 1,750 sq ft, smoke-free townhome-style vacation rental in the Miller Beach area of New Chicago, set beside Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Park. The layout includes 3 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, plus lake-and-dune views from outdoor spaces. Keyless entry and free parking support easy self-directed arrivals.
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
Sleeping is arranged across three bedrooms—one with a king bed, one with a queen bed, and one with a twin bunk bed plus an additional twin—along with a living-room sleeper sofa and a Pack ’n Play. Two of the bathrooms are en-suite, and family items including a crib and highchair are provided. Guests should expect multiple levels and a significant number of stairs between floors.
Kitchen & Indoor Comfort
The home includes a full kitchen with an oven/stove (gas range), microwave, cookware, dishware/flatware, cooking essentials, and a coffee maker, plus a breakfast bar with seating. Indoor amenities include air conditioning, heating, a fireplace, cable TV on two flat-screen TVs, Wi-Fi, and in-home laundry (washer/dryer) with an ironing board.
Outdoor Space & Beach Access
Outdoor living centers on a furnished deck and patio with dining tables, plus a charcoal grill and a fire pit. The property offers direct beach access just steps away, making it well-suited to quick dips in the lake or sunrise/sunset walks. Note: beach towels are not provided.
Location & Nearby Highlights
The rental is positioned for beach and dunes outings, with Wells Street Beach about 79 feet away and West Beach (Indiana Dunes National Park entrance) about 0.9 miles away; Marquette Park Beach and Lake Street Beach are about 3 miles away. For regional exploring, the South Shore Line is accessible via Portage/Ogden Dunes (about 3.2 km) or Miller station (about 4.7 km), with Chicago roughly 38 miles away. Nearby food options include Flamingo Pizza Of Miller (~1.3 km) and Ember and Oak Smokehouse (~4.6 km), with additional Miller-area dining a short drive away.
Best for
This lakefront townhome is best for families and small groups who want immediate Lake Michigan beach access and quick reach to Indiana Dunes National Park trails and beaches. It also suits travelers who value a full kitchen, in-unit laundry, and outdoor hangout space (deck/patio, charcoal grill, fire pit) with lake-and-dune views. Guests who prefer a single-level stay may find the multi-floor layout and stairs less ideal.
Travel tips
Plan for stairs: bedrooms are split across different levels, so pack accordingly if mobility is a concern. If you’re arriving without a car, the closest local bus stops include Oak & County Line (~270 m), with rail access at Portage/Ogden Dunes (~3.2 km) or Miller (~4.7 km) for South Shore Line trips. Bring your own beach towels, as they are not provided.
What guests say
Guest feedback most often highlights the prime location for the beach and Indiana Dunes outings, paired with relaxing views of the dunes and lake. Cleanliness, comfort (especially the beds), and a spacious layout for groups come up repeatedly. Reviewers also emphasize responsive, helpful host communication and an easy, “as described” experience. A recurring practical consideration is the number of stairs due to the multi-floor layout.
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