Rare Private Heated Pool w /in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach!
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Rare Private Heated Pool w /in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach! is a vacation home in the Miller Beach neighborhood of Gary (New Chicago), set near Lake Michigan and the natural areas of Indiana Dunes National Park. The property is also described as The Blue Butterfly II, a 2,200 sq ft, two-level home with a walk-out basement. It is smoke-free, kid-friendly, and pet-friendly, and is oriented toward group stays and longer beach-area trips.
Layout & Bedrooms
The home has five bedrooms and two updated bathrooms. The main level includes two bedrooms with queen memory-foam mattresses plus a third bedroom with bunk beds (twin over full), along with the kitchen, dining room, living room, and a full bath. The lower level adds two more queen bedrooms, a second living area, a modern bath with shower, and a laundry room with a stackable washer/dryer and utility sink.
Kitchen, Entertainment & Comfort
A well-stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances supports self-catering stays, and the home includes air conditioning and an ironing board. Entertainment amenities include cable TV, Internet, four flat-screen TVs across the house, plus BluRay/DVD and board games in the lower-level living space.
Outdoor Space & Pool
A spacious fenced backyard (4 ft chain fence) includes a patio set and lounge seating on a deck overlooking an 18-foot above-ground outdoor pool. The pool is heated in mid-May, September, and October, and a Weber charcoal grill is provided for outdoor cooking. Parking is available for up to six vehicles, with a request to respect pool/quiet hours and neighbors’ privacy and parking.
Location & Nearby Transit/Dining
For local transit, bus stops at Oak & Shelby (about 212 m) and Locust & Randolph (about 300 m) are close by, with additional service at Oak & Vermillion (about 746 m). The nearest train stations are Miller (about 3.4 km) and Portage/Ogden Dunes (about 4.3 km). Dining options include Flamingo Pizza Of Miller (about 133 m) and Beach Buds NWI (about 1.4 km), with more restaurants a few kilometers away.
Best for
This home is best for extended families and multi-generational groups who want space (five bedrooms, two living areas) and a private pool plus a fenced backyard for outdoor time. It also suits beach-and-dunes travelers who want a Miller Beach base near Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park, with easy access to nearby bus stops and dining like Flamingo Pizza Of Miller.
Travel tips
If you plan to rely on transit, the closest bus stops are Oak & Shelby (about 212 m) and Locust & Randolph (about 300 m), while the Miller train station is about 3.4 km away. Pool heating is seasonal (mid-May, September, and October), so confirm timing if a heated swim is a priority. The home notes neighbor-sensitive logistics (quiet hours, pool hours, parking), which is useful to plan for group stays.
What guests say
Reviews consistently emphasize that the location is a standout, especially for a beach-area stay in Miller Beach. Guests also highlight the amenities as a key strength for group trips, pointing to the home’s suitability for extended-family getaways. With a large layout, pool-focused backyard, and self-catering setup, the overall theme is convenience and comfort for longer, multi-person stays. No recurring negatives are present in the provided excerpts.
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