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Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home

Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home

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Side Driveway with Fenced Yard
Front of Home
Living Room with Flat Screen  T.V.
Captain Quarters with Two Queen Mattresses and Futon
Welcome to the Blue Butterfly🦋

Overview of Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home

Reviews
9.8 out of 10 Exceptional
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 12307 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill

Enjoy the area

Map
Gary, IN
  • Popular LocationWest Beach6 min drive
  • Popular LocationOgden Dunes Beach10 min drive
  • Popular LocationPortage Lakefront Beach11 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)89 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Beach Hut

1 Queen Bed

Captain Quaters

1 Double Futon and 2 Queen Beds

Pilot's Cabin

1 Queen Bed

The Master

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Basement

Toilet

Main Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Second Floor

Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home

Miller Beach is Lake Michigan’s hip but family friendly beach getaway, and the Blue Butterfly is its best bang for the buck at under 1.5 blocks from the beach. As one of only four beach communities nestled between the sandy shores of Lake Michigan and the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore Park, Miller Beach is located only 45 minutes from downtown Chicago and has something for everyone. Miller Beach’s blue waters, towering dunes and diverse ecosystems are ideal for beach goers, families, hikers, nature enthusiasts and those looking for a couple’s getaway or even a brewery tour.

About the Blue Butterfly
The Blue Butterfly is a spacious home with three floors of living that features four bedrooms, 2.5 baths, granite countertops, a dishwasher, a washer & dryer, a walk out deck, Internet & cable, four flat screen televisions, a Weber charcoal grill, a high chair, playpen, foosball and other entertainment including bean bag toss (corn hole) and board games.

Floor one features bedroom one, The Master, with a new California King memory foam mattress, a 40-inch television and a walk-in closet. The first floor also includes a fully equipped kitchen, a full bathroom, a living room, a dining room and a family room with a sliding door that leads onto the deck.

Floor two features two large bedrooms and a full bathroom with a jetted tub and skylight. Bedroom two, The Captain’s Quarters, includes two new queen size beds, a full size futon, a 40 inch flat screen television with Blu-Ray and a walk in closet. Bedroom three, The Pilot’s Cabin, includes a new queen size memory foam bed and is ornately decorated in honor of aviation pioneer, Octave Chanute, who designed and tested gliders in the Indiana Dunes. His ideas and advice helped lead the Wright brothers in creating the first successful airplane.

The basement features bedroom four, a half bath, laundry and the family/game room. Bedroom four, The Beach Hut, includes a new queen size bed, and the game room includes foosball and other games.

The backyard and driveway are enfenced and feature a swing set, patio set, adirondack chairs, Weber charcoal smoker and Weber charcoal grill. The Blue Butterfly accommodates parking for six.

We are happy to discuss ideas for planning your trip. We provide all guests with a Guide to Planning Your Trip to Miller Beach. Below are some upcoming events in addition to the premium outlet malls, casinos, world-class breweries, fall colors and much more listed in our guide.

Property manager

Elizabeth
Premier Host
Premier Host

Languages

English, Spanish

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Highchair and portable play pen.

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 22 lb per pet (limit one pet total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No fireworks
Please be respectful to neighbors. Park only in th
Quiet hours after 10pm. Help let our neighbors get

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Gary

Located on a lake, this cottage is in Miller Beach, a neighbourhood in Gary. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Travelling with kids? Consider Deep River Water Park and Team Combat LIVE. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Gary, IN

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 6 min walk
  • Marquette Beach - 3 min drive
  • West Beach - 6 min drive
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 10 min drive
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 6 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flying J Travel Center - 9 min drive
  • John T McCutcheon Travel Plaza - 15 min drive
  • McDonald's - 7 min drive
  • Starbucks - 9 min drive
  • Wendy's - 10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 22 lb per pet.

What time is check-in at Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious, Fun and Family Friendly Beach Home located?

This family-friendly Gary cottage is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. East Shoreline and Marquette Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Linh L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fun place for the whole family
We had a great time at the Blue Butterfly. It was a short walk to the beach and a short drive to Mt. Baldy Dunes. Great location. Lots to do. Plenty of room for 3 families. Thank you for a fun stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dorian K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Spacious, Family Friendly Stay
This place was excellent for our large family of 7. More than enough space for everyone. The kids enjoyed all of the available toys. We also appreciated the extra well stocked kitchen supplies. The area was quiet and peaceful but still close enough to the main highway so that we could get out and about during our stay. Would be great to come back during the summer to enjoy the beach as well. Highly recommended.
Stayed 31 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Christy F.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Definitely Loved the Walk 2 the Beach
The Walk 2 the Beach was Close. Loved 2 B able 2 walk 2 the Beach at least 2 times a day! The Property was Well Equipped, with plenty of space 4 our Family of 5 Adults, & 1 Child & our Fur Babies❣️🐶🐱 Our granddaughter had PLENTY 2 do with the Swing Set; Toys, & Riding Toy options❣️
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Connie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Annual Miller Beach Weekend
This was our second year staying at this property and really enjoyed our time. House was clean and well stocked. We loved the spaciousness - plenty of room to spread out. Beach is very accessible and house is well stocked with beach towels, chairs, toys, etc. We enjoyed the addition of the new fire pit. Overall, a great stay offered by a great host. We’ll be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

April M., Cincinnati

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house and location!
This was one of our favorite houses we've stayed at. It was perfect for our family. It was very spacious inside and very clean. The beds were very comfortable! All of the things that we needed to have a fun day at the beach were included. And it was a very easy and quick walk to the beach. It felt like we had the beach to ourselves. The kids loved the swings and foosball table. We also really liked the food at Depot Dog and Schoops.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Elizabeth

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English, Spanish

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