Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park

Top rated by guests
This enclosed porch space is our favorite!
We also have a variety of games.
Great playground, on Lake Michigan, about a 5 min drive away, at Marquette Park.
Interior
The bathroom has a shower, sink, & toilet.
review stars
9.9Outstanding
(56 Ratings)
"Great place to stay with beach 3 blocks away with very little traffic so walking with kids is not stressful. Lake Michigan was wonderful. Amenities at property were next to none very thoughtful host ..."
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9.9 / 10
Outstanding(56 Ratings)

Cottage in Gary, IN

7 guests · 3 bedrooms · 1 bath

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About this cottage rental

~Short 3 block walk (10 min) to an incredible 2.5 mile stretch of Lake MI beach
~Surrounded by the Indiana Dunes National Park - lots of trails to explore
~Bayless Dune Hike is 1 block south
~45min drive to Chicago city center
~Fast wifi-95Mbps
~Beach towels, beach chairs & umbrella, wagon, life jackets, & beach toys provided
~Included: Weber gas grill, keurig duo, kettle, crockpot, cozy beds, firewood (outdoor firepit), 2 Roku TVs, +more
~Close drive to train station -South Shore Line goes from Chicago-South Bend/Notre Dame
~When you stay with us, you can get lost in nature or the big city (Chicago) - or you never have to leave:)
*PLEASE NOTE THAT WE HAVE STAIRS (APPROX 15) FOR ENTERING/LEAVING THE PROPERTY*
*ADDITIONAL NOTES:
1) The bedrooms don't have doors - the master & bunk room have curtains separating the rooms from the main area. The loft is open to the master.
2) The indoor fireplace (under the TV in the living room) is non-functional - it is just for looks.

Amenities at Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park

Non-smoking
No pets allowed

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Ratings and reviews

9.9 / 10
Outstanding(56 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Great place to stay with beach 3 blocks away with very little traffic so walking with kids is not stressful. Lake Michigan was wonderful. Amenities at property were next to none very thoughtful host with all beach apparel available to use. Wonderful stay
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Great vacation house near the beach. We visited several beaches in the area during our stay, and the best one was just a few blocks away from this house. The neighborhood was peaceful and the house was clean, had everything we needed, and was perfect for what we were looking for.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jul 2026
Family with 2 kids ages 3 and 6, we had a great time! The beach stuff (a wagon, beach umbrella, kids life jackets, sand toys, boogie boards) was especially nice. Kitchen well stocked with dishware, we did not cook really but used the coffee maker. Overall would recommend. Cottage was a good size for us, might be small for more than a few adults.
10 / 10Outstanding·Jun 2026
We had an amazing stay at Hummingbird Cottage in Miller Beach! The cottage is colorful, fun, and incredibly welcoming—an excellent place for a family vacation.The walk to the beach was super easy and convenient, just a few short blocks away. One of the highlights of our stay was having access to all the beach amenities provided by the host. It made for a memorable, fun-filled day at the beach without having to worry about bringing extra gear.We also greatly enjoyed spending our evenings on the porch, where we played board games together each night. We had hoped to use the fire pit as well, but unfortunately the weather didn’t cooperate during our stay.The location was perfect for the activities we had planned. It’s very close to Indiana Dunes National Park, which was ideal since we wanted to complete the 3 Dunes Challenge.During our visit, severe storms caused a power outage in the area. Fortunately, the cottage was well-prepared with easy-to-find flashlights, and Robin was an exceptional host throughout the situation. She was very responsive, checked in regularly to make sure we were safe, and kept us informed about the status of power restoration.Overall, we had a wonderful experience and would highly recommend Hummingbird Cottage to anyone visiting the area. We’re already hoping to plan a return trip sooner rather than later!

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Fun w/Loft! Beach ~Nature Trails ~Grill~ Firepit ~Indiana Dunes National Park?

We found 2 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, and no pets allowed.