Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails
Welcome to Sandhill Flat! This modern mid-century ranch-style retreat is filled with amenities for a perfect Lake Michigan getaway, whether you`re looking to just relax or explore nearby beaches, dunes, and hiking trails. Ideal for families, this smart home accommodates up to 9 guests and features a spacious fenced yard with a large patio, complete with a 6-person hot tub (available year-round), fire pit, and natural gas grill.
The open-plan kitchen at Sandhill Flat is fully equipped for cooking any meal. It includes a gas double oven with four burners, dishwasher, fridge/freezer with auto ice-maker, and island seating for four. Coffee enthusiasts will enjoy both a Nespresso machine and Keurig coffee maker, with complimentary capsules and k-cups. All essential cookware, bakeware, glassware, dinnerware, and utensils are provided, along with kids` dishes and other basic kitchen supplies.
Adjacent to the kitchen, the cozy living area has a 65” Smart TV with Xfinity cable, Roku, and more, plus a sofa with a queen pullout bed and two recliners. The family room, also next to the kitchen, includes a banquette-style sofa, extendable dining table for 6-8 guests, a 60” Smart TV, and sliding doors to the yard. Additional folding chairs are available, and the sofa converts to a king-size pullout bed.
The home’s three bedrooms offer plenty of space and privacy. There are two queen bedrooms and a bunk room with a twin XL over a queen bed. Each bedroom includes a wall-mounted Smart TV, USB-charging nightstands, sleep machines, fans, and closet space. A full bathroom with a tub, shower, and vanity, along with all linens, bath and beach towels, shampoo, conditioner, and body wash, is provided for your convenience.
Laundry is a breeze with the ozone-infused washing machine—no detergent or fabric softener needed!
Relax on the expansive patio with a hot tub, gas fire pit, grill, outdoor dining area, hammock, café lighting, seasonal heated shower, and adjacent large backyard surrounded by a 6-foot privacy fence, making it perfect for pets and children. Licensee must be at least 30 years of age. No bachelor or similar groups permitted. No high school, college, after-prom party, or any other underage groups allowed. Must abide by all Terms and Conditions of the signed vacation rental agreement required for rental of any Miller Beach Vacation Rentals property, regardless of booking method (direct or via a third party) Additional Guest fee applies over 6 people: $25/person per night. This covers maintenance/replacement of aerobeds, pullout sofas, extra laundry, increased utility costs, wear and tear, and more. No illegal, dangerous, or non-family oriented activities or items are permitted including, but not limited to, underage drinking, illegal narcotics, strippers, beach fires, kegs, deep fryers, fireworks, other flammable items, etc. No commercial or retail entities or third-party service providers (e.g., catering companies, DJ’s, VJ’s, rental equipment companies, etc.). No smoking inside or anywhere within 15 feet of any open door or window ($1000 fine). Maximum Occupancy is 11 individuals total, not including children less than two years of age on Arrival Date Neighborhood quiet hours are strictly enforced from 9PM-9AM; Parties / events, lack of decorum and disruptive noise will not be tolerated; If the neighbors are disturbed, Miller Beach Vacation Rentals reserves the right to ask the tenant to vacate the premises with no refund. Outdoor Music is not permitted after 9PM. Small, wireless Bluetooth speakers are permitted except during Quiet Hours (9pm - 9am). Not permitted are party speakers, amps, subwoofers, stereo surround systems, or other high-powered audio equipment, etc. We use smart home technology to measure noise decibel levels throughout the property and you will be notified immediately if a noise event has been triggered. Tampering with monitoring devices is strictly prohibited and will result in a $350 fine. Safely Trust and Safety Damage Waiver Fee provides up to $10,000 of accidental coverage for contents damage and up to $100,000 coverage for accidental property damage and bodily injury during your stay. Full terms provided upon booking. Additional charge of $10.50/night applies for stays over 7 nights. Licensee agrees to identity verification and background check performed by SafelyStay, Inc. Total of two (2) cars are allowed in the designated private parking spots at ANY point in time. Including any visitors, loading and unloading, even if for a short time period. Street parking is not permitted. Overflow parking is 2 miles away
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Licensee must be at least 30 years of age.
No bachelor or similar groups permitted.
Important information
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Property # 9550425
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Gary
Located in Miller Beach, a neighbourhood in Gary, this holiday home is near a water park and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Team Combat LIVE are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and hunting.
Indiana Dunes National Park - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
Marquette Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
East Shoreline - 3 min drive - 2.5 km
Getting around
Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 11 min drive
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 72 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Denny's - 8 min drive
Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - 8 min drive
Beach Box - 4 min walk
Mr Fuel Travel Center - 7 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails?
As of 10 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails on 26 May 2026 start from NZ$692, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails located?
Located in Miller Beach, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Marquette Park and Indiana Dunes National Park. Lake Michigan is 1.4 mi (2.3 km) away.
Reviews
8.8
Excellent
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a great stay! The property was perfect- hot tub, plenty of beds, comfortable beds, walking distance to Lake Michigan! Home was comfortable and clean and the managers were easy to reach with questions-just a text away. Would definitely stay here again
Overall our stay was wonderful. The hot tub was great and easy to use and access. We could not get the fire pit to light but was able to use the grill just fine. The outdoor shower was great for going to the beach and rinsing off our dog. House had a musty smell. Customer service was quick and responsive when we called. Would stay again.
We had a great stay and enjoyed time on the dunes.
Jacob B.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified
8/10 Good
Tyler R.
7 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Family vacation
Great experience and very close to the beach
Tyler R.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Shannon
30 November 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
wonderful Home and hosts that allow you to feel like you are at home. I stay in rental houses all the time as I travel frequently because I have family scattered around the United States. My stay at sandhill Flats in Gary, Indiana has been amazing and I will continue to request to book this home every time I come to Chicago to visit my family. The home was clean., had everything I needed to enjoy my stay, extra towels, extra extra linens, coffee, and an espresso maker, which was my absolute favorite. Amazing hot tub that made the 20° nights. I feel not so bad! I give sandhill flats a 10 out of 10 for their courteousness quick responsiveness for any questions that I have no matter how minor and the overall cleanliness and exceptionalism of the home…
Great location! Quiet, nice neighborhood and our pups loved the fenced in yard! The beach is a block away. All kinds of trails right there! Beautiful home! Will definitely be coming back!
We stayed for the fourth weekend and it was great. We went to Miller Beach which is less than a 10 minute walk and even for the Fourth, it was relatively quiet and clean. We also went to the Dunes which was about a 20 minute drive.
Very happy with our stay. Place was super clean and the property management company communicated perfectly. Would love to stay in the summer since it’s a short walk to the beach.
It was perfectly clean, well stocked with everything you could possibly need. Excellent communication from the rental staff - very clear and easy check in and check out information. Walking distance to the beach.
Space was very pretty and well maintained. Very comfortable beds and sitting areas, quiet street and GREAT access to the dunes. Added pet fee from their separate website we were unaware of from the original booking. Lost water 2x and electricity through no fault of their own - company was great about responding and communicating
This is our second time here and this time we brought our doggie and she had a great time on the beach chasing the waves!
The house is beautiful and the amenities are great. Our only request is to please repair the fence - particularly the back corner. It really needs some love.
We enjoyed our stay at Sandhill Flat. The check in process was easy and communication was clear. The place is spacious, clean and stocked well. I was impressed they provided some coffee and sugar packets. We enjoyed the spacious backyard, grill and hot tub in the evenings. We were close to the park and beach . We would return.
The backyard was absolutely perfect for our dog. She was relaxed and enjoyed her time there. The walk to the beach was a short jaunt, which was really great. Really, we had everything we needed and the management team was quick and responsive to any of our questions or needs. We very much enjoyed our time in the Miller neighborhood!
The house is well maintained, living space was good for two adults and two teens. The beach is a walkable distance. Food and groceries are not far away. The area lacks a small vacation town feel but the house is great for a cook at home get away. Good street biking and running trails in the beach area.
Walking distance to Marquette Beach ($10 daily parking) or a 10-minute drive from the more popular West Beach (the westernmost part of the National Park, $25 daily parking). The house was comfortable, and we enjoyed grilling and using the hot tub in the backyard. Note: The Wi-Fi doesn't work well, and you'll need to bring your own coffee for the coffee machine (or use the Keurig).
We overall enjoyed our stay here. The only issue we had was that the wifi was not working so we were not able to use it for working on our computers or to watch TV. I reported this to the property management company but nothing was done about it. Outside of that, we had a great stay.
Enjoyed three nights at this property to hike the dunes. Location was good, towards the West side of the park but an easy drive to multiple hikes. Also had the option to walk directly from the house for the Miller Woods trail and Miller Woods Beach. Backyard was great for relaxing after a day of hiking. Grill was easy to use with the hard lined gas and hot tub was clean and enjoyable. If you do bring more than 2 cars, the remote lot is at the Miller train stop about a mile south. Was a bit nervous about leaving my car for multiple nights but did not have problems. Hot water in the shower was finicky at times. Had some difficulty with check in and had to reach out to the host for door code which they provided.
We wanted a place close to the beach, and that is what we got. It was an easy walk through trails to get to the lake with our kids and our dogs. We worried about the area being unsafe, but felt very comfortable and safe during our stay. The outdoor shower was perfect for getting clean after a day at the beach. The grass did not seem like it had been cut in a while, so we didn’t utilize the yard as much as we would have liked. Other than that, the house accommodated us (3 adults, 4 kids, 2 dogs) well. It was perfect for what we wanted, to relax and enjoy the beach with family.
Susan C.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
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