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Darling Cottage steps from shores of Miller Beach

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Beach
A modern kitchen with white cabinetry, wooden countertops, and a central island.
A two-story house with a white exterior, a balcony, and a garden with various plants and a red flowering tree.
A spacious living area with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a dining area with a kitchen in the background.
A modern kitchen with a central island, bar stools, and a ceiling fan.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • On-site fitness centre
    A rare find - enjoy convenient access to fitness facilities during your stay.
  • Peace of mind included
    Guests rate the location highly for safety.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Lake Michigan

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Kitchenette
  • On-site fitness centre
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Gary, IN
  • Place, Marquette Park
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, East Shoreline
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Indiana Dunes National Park
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Basement

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

3 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 3 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Bathroom 4

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Gary

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Miller Beach, a neighbourhood in Gary. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Deep River Water Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and hiking.
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Map
Gary, IN

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • East Shoreline - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 10 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Long Lake - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Indian Boundary Park - 19 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 5 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 61 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Family Express Ameriplex - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Mr Fuel Travel Center - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Darling Cottage steps from shores of Miller Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Darling Cottage steps from shores of Miller Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Darling Cottage steps from shores of Miller Beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Darling Cottage steps from shores of Miller Beach?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Darling Cottage steps from shores of Miller Beach located?

Located in Miller Beach, this holiday home is steps away from Marquette Park and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 0.6 mi (1 km) away.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful relaxing stay

The house is great and very well stocked. Communication was great! And location is great and plenty of room
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 May 2024
You and your family were the perfect guests!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I liked the roominess of the main floor. Everyone could hang out. Plenty of sleeping beds for the family. Outdoor shower was nice when we got back from the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful Stay

Emmets place was the perfect stay for our mini beach vacay! It comfortably slept 6 with multiple hangout spots. The outdoor seating was plentiful. There was an amazing selection of beach toys and wagons. The kitchen was stocked with everything we needed and more. Thank you for a wonderful stay!
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice home

My family very much enjoyed our stay! Great location, only a very short walk to beach access. The home was clean and very nicely furnished. The outside could use a little TLC, but we did appreciate the porched balcony. Tracey was very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation Trip

It was a lovely and spacious place. The proximity to the beach was the best. The kids enjoyed themselves tremendously. Other areas of interest conveniently located. The beach was clean and not very crowded. That was great. Will definitely rent the property again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The place is walking distance to the beautiful beach and Lake Michigan! House is spacious with a lot of room for a family. All amenities a house normally has also. About 5-7 mins you can drive and take the Portage location of the South Shoreline train to Chicago about an hour away too. Wells Street beach concession stand is about 4 blocks away if you want a burger too. Great spot near the lake and felt safe.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2024
Thank you Joseph, we’d love to have you back!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Miller Beach for the win

Our family of six had a lovely time. Short walk to the beach, close drive to the Indiana Dunes, and nice neighbors. Had just about everything you could need during a stay. We added a couple items to the inventory for the next family. Nice view of the city across the water. Close to lots of stores and ample storage space for your weekly stock. Felt lucky to meet Mr Emmet and appreciated his kindness to us and our four boys. Hope to be back some day!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very clean house minutes from the lake

Beautiful home steps away from Lake Michigan. Very cute and clean cottage with ample clean linens and beach supplies. Well stocked kitchen with anything we could need, and the bonus fridge in the basement was very helpful. The house is quirky with notably sloping floors in places and a basement that is great for a hangout, but not a desirable sleeping space. Regardless of the quirks, we had an amazing time on the beach, visiting the Dunes, playing frisbee golf at the park, and an easy day trip to Chicago.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Jul 2024
Thank you Sarah for leaving the place spotless!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cozy Stay at the Lake!

This cottage was a lovely and cozy place to spend time with family. It was newly renovated with a large, spacious, well appointed kitchen. The front porch was also spacious with views of trees. The porch was sunny in the morning and shaded for afternoons. We spent a good deal of outdoor time there. The walk to the beach was quick and easy allowing us to access the beach several times a day. The beach toys and chairs were very convenient for us. The cottage was accurately represented on VRBO and our host was very gracious, communicating promptly whenever needed. The cottage is a well cared for home that makes an inviting and comfortable stay at the lake!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Home specifics

we had an overall WONDERFUL vacation week at Emmits Place after being a little disappointed at first. This is an older house that has had wonderful renovations on the first floor where the master bedroom is. The kitchen is awesome, the bathroom is a little outdated but functional. It was basically childproof for a 1 year old walker after we put up the baby gate at the bottom of the stairs-- just beware of the heat vent in the bathroom. The second floor (attic) contains an area at the top of the stairs (steep stairs) for three twin size beds and access to the upper half bath. I did not use this bathroom so I dont know the specifics, but it looked OK. Note-- the only shower/tub is on the first floor. Beyond the twin bed area is access to the upper queen size bed room, with a door for privacy. Both of these upper areas have window air conditioners and multiple access doors to small storage areas. It would probably be perfect for older children who dont go "exploring"!!! The lower floor contains the washer dryer room with an extra refrigerator, one more twin bed, and a small, darkish sitting area with a second television. there is a third toilet under the stairs. This area was quite dark and "spooky" according to the 5v year old. There was easy access for any child "explorer" who wanted to find where the noises were coming from. we locked the basement door, and no children were allowed down there. No one chose to sleep down there. Location is quiet neighborhood.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
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