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Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails

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Terrace/patio
3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
Smart TV, DVD player, books
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Hair dryer, towels

Reviews

8.6 out of 10

Excellent

Entire home

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9130 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Hot Tub
    Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
    Pet friendly
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

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

Property manager

Miller Beach Vacation Rentals

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Spa tub

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Street parking available
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Freezer
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster
  • Toaster oven

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV with digital channels

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Fully-fenced
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washer/dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Water park
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Water tubing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Bicycles
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,399 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 30

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

86040

About the neighborhood

Map
IN, Miller Beach

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 1 min walk
  • Indiana Dunes National Park - 20 min walk
  • Marquette Beach - 4 min drive
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 13 min drive
  • Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana - 18 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 9 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Flying J Travel Center - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪John T McCutcheon Travel Plaza - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Denny's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Great Lakes Cafe - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬4 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.

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?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails located?

This family-friendly Gary vacation home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of Marquette Park and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 1 mi (1.6 km) away.

Huge yard, Family-friendly, Hot Tub, walk to Beach, Dunes, Hiking Trails Reviews

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 11 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 32 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

2/10 Terrible

Amy C.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Property looked terrible so we found another rental!
The fence was literally falling down and the yard was a mess. I rented this property to have a fenced area for my dogs and daughter and that was not an option. The house was in a very poor area with boarded up windows and graffiti. I would never have felt comfortable staying there and not al all as represented online!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elissa S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, spacious and quiet getaway.
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cute little space
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfy and close
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Marley F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time
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).
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Thomas B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay!
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.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Janet N., Louisville

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful place to recharge
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.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

8/10 Good

Elizabeth G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gary
We enjoyed our stay and close proximity to the National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carla G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great weekend getaway
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house
Thank you for letting us stay in your home. It was perfect for what we needed, and was within 30 minutes of everywhere we wanted to go. We loved the hot tub and fenced in back yard. We didn't plan for it this time, but next time plan to use the grill area! My only advice for the future is to add some type of mat in the tub as it is super slippery, and a couple of us slipped and fell. Also, tvs had some trouble connecting to the internet, but we didn't come to watch tv anyway. Thanks again we will recommend to others!!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matt E.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great please… great communication
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.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neptali C.

Liked: Cleanliness
I like the property is nice
we enjoyed a lot
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Beth S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fall getaway
This property has been beautifully renovated and decorated. The appliances are new and a treat to use. The back yard is spacious! The hot tub is relaxing and although you must shower before entering, the outside shower has hot water (a plus in 50 degree weather). We did not use the fire table or the grill but both are in brand new condition. The beds and pillows are comfy as is the living room. We only left the house at the beginning of our stay for grocery shopping and lunch and then returned to the house and enjoyed ourselves. A lot of the homes on the block are being renovated and expanded and will be beautiful. The lake and the park are very close to the home and in walking distance for children and adults. When we visited, there was road construction, but the detour signs were clear and easy to follow.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Tyler R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
Great experience and very close to the beach
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Whitney R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach vacation in Indiana!
We had such a lovely experience with this property! It’s clean, spacious, easy to get to several beaches and well stocked with everything you could need. I loved the eco friendly touches they incorporated also. Lake street beach is so close you can either walk or drive 2 minutes and park for a small fee. We also drove to Marquette park beach where there was a great playground for littles and a little cafe. We also walked around the park and it’s beautiful. We felt safe the whole time. My only complaint was that we had trouble with local restaurants not being open when they listed online they were so the only thing we would do differently is to plan to cook and bring food. Miller Beach is a great hidden gem and I hope it develops a little more with more restaurants and shops. We will definitely come back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Just what we needed
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!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach Get Away
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.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kendra S.

Liked: Cleanliness
OH - EM - GEE PERFECT!
I'll be honest - When u 1st drive in, the area might seem a little sketch... BUT hold on to your britches - It's so amazing U will be sad to leave!! I can't say ENOUGH good things about this listing. Get ready to chill, hike, Sunset beach walks, grill, hot tub & have a blast!! Clean & perfectly set up for a family!! We have 5 people that included 3 teen daughters & were super comfortable. Could easily accommodate 7. AWESOME location!! there is dune hiking & paths behind the house that lead to one of the beaches, we also saw deers daily on our walks because part of the dunes are very grove like with grases & teees. If U have littles U can drive just down the block & park for a much shorter access to beachfront. Millers Market 9 miles away for grocery & awesome meat / seafood mart on the corner from the house. The house is well stocked with all the kitchen things including wine glasses, Games, cards, towels ( might want to bring your own beach towels if u like the super big ones), bath towels, K-cups, excellent pillows, extra blankets for cool nights, literally everything!!! Bring extra paper towels when u grocery shop, plastic cups for when ur in hot tub & TP ... I feel we go through a lot of TP in our family though .. Also bring your own beach chairs if u like - there is plenty of seating in backyard. Twinkle light Backyard was like a mini oasis!! Hot tub, fire pit feature, Hammock, fenced in backyard, gas grill, AND plenty of chairs for the entire family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Veronica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Overall great stay !
House was beautiful we definitely enjoyed our time there and really appreciate the communication with the host and allowing our extra vehicle to park at the house. Only a few things we were a bit dissappointed in we didnt really get to use hot tub due to the fact it smelled like a strong fish odor . And the bathroom doorknob was loose so you can see through it . But overall was a nice house and we enjoyed our time there . Would still recommened this house for future bookings .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Jacob B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little house by the beach
We had a great stay and enjoyed time on the dunes.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Mike D.

Loved the beach
Overall good experience
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

6/10 Okay

Audrey W.

Indoor amenities were great - yard needs work.
Our family stayed at this property for an extended weekend getaway. 9 people in total. Everyone enjoyed the indoor electronics and amenities such as fans in rooms, noise makers to help us sleep, and tvs in all the rooms. The house was clean, but had some broken cabinet knobs and minor repairs needed in the bathroom to bathtub and floor…The outdoor area had the potential to be really nice. However, the kids in our group were not able to play out in the yard due to overgrown grass, sticks & limbs down all in the yard, and dog droppings left in the yard. The back fence is also in a state of disrepair that gives a trashier vibe than what is seen in the listing pictures.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Betsy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
An amazing home away from home
Great communication and it was a wonderful home away from home
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Brenda M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Happy guests.
Everything about it was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Was exactly how it was described, great amenities and communication with property manager. This is a place we would love to come back to
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022