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Rare Private Heated Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach!

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Exterior
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 112100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen

Explore the area

Map
Gary, IN
  • Popular LocationMarquette Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationWest Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOgden Dunes Beach11 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)95 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

Rare Private Heated Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach!

The Blue Butterfly II is the sister property to Miller Beach’s top vacation getaway, The Blue Butterfly. The Blue Butterfly II is a 2,200 square foot home with two floors of living with a walk-out basement. The house features five bedrooms, two updated baths, a well-stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances, stackable washer & dryer, a large backyard, Internet & cable, four flat screen televisions, a Weber charcoal grill, a high chair, playpen and an 18 foot above ground pool.

Floor one features bedroom one with a new queen memory foam mattress, a 40-inch flat screen television and a large walk-in closet. The first floor also features bedroom two with a new queen memory foam mattress and bedroom three with new bunk beds (1 twin and 1 full). In addition, the first floor includes a fully equipped kitchen, a full bathroom, a dining room and a living room.

The lower level features bedrooms four and five as well as another living space, new bathroom with shower and a laundry room. Bedroom four is a jumbo bedroom with a new queen memory foam mattress, a full-size futon, a 40 inch flat screen television and walkout sliding glass doors. Bedroom 5 features a new queen size memory foam mattress, a bay window and “his and her” closets. The living space features a 50 inch flat screen television, BluRay/DVD and board games. The bathroom is bright and modern with subway tiles and new fixtures. The laundry room features a stackable washer and dryer and a utility sink.

The backyard is spacious, enfenced (4ft chain fence) and features a patio set and four lounge chairs on a deck that overlooks an 18 foot above ground pool that is heated in Mid-May, September, and October. The patio leading up to the deck has a Weber charcoal grill. The Blue Butterfly II accommodates parking for six. Please be respectful of our neighbors by following pool hours, quiet hours, their privacy, their parking and their homes.

We are happy to discuss ideas for planning your trip. We provide all guests with a Guide to Planning Your Trip to Miller Beach.

Property manager

Elizabeth

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Ski

  • Cross-country skiing nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Heated pool
  • Outdoor pool
  • Private pool

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Games
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Foosball table on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Snorkeling 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

  • 1 unit
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

Similar properties

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 25

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
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Breed & violent history restrictions.

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
Note from host: No Parties, no exceptions.
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Blue Butterfly II Heated Pool for 2018 Season
Rare Private Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach! Gary
Blue Butterfly II Heated Pool Thru Oct. 7 1.5 Blocks to Beach

About the area

Gary

Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Miller Beach, a neighborhood in Gary. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Traveling with kids? Consider Deep River Water Park and Team Combat LIVE. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 6 min walk
  • Marquette Beach - 2 min drive
  • West Beach - 7 min drive
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 11 min drive
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 12 min drive

Getting around

  • Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 7 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • Flying J Travel Center - 10 min drive
  • John T McCutcheon Travel Plaza - 15 min drive
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Wendy's - 10 min drive
  • Miller Pizza Co. - 6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Rare Private Heated Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach! have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is Rare Private Heated Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach! pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Rare Private Heated Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach!?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Rare Private Heated Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Rare Private Heated Pool w/in 1.5 Blocks to the Beach! located?

This family-friendly Gary vacation home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Marquette Park, Lake Michigan, and Indiana Dunes National Park. East Shoreline and Marquette Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robbye T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion planning weekend
Six female relatives spent two nights here planning a bigger reunion. The house was clean and well supplied as stated in the listing. We had a great week-end.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ujamaa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would totally rent this location and from this owner again!
This location was all we expected and more! The owner thought of everything and the house was well stocked - more than we could have ever expected! We loved the location, cleanliness of the house and grounds. We had such a great time - we would totally rent this location again! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miller besch
Fantastic home with plenty of space. Kitchen was very well supplied if you wanted to cook, which we did. Access to a grill was great…my husband loves to grill. The pool in the back yard was an added bonus if you don’t feel like making the 5-10 minute walk to the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. 2 good restaurants are a 2-3 minute walk. The hosts were very responsive when communicating. Overall, a 10 out of 10 rating!😎😎
Stayed 18 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nikki W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
It was a wonderful stay at a great place next to a gorgeous beach and the owner of property was A+! Stayed at another property prior and had same amazing experience! My family and I will definitely be back. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

ann m., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach trip
My family (myself, my husband, 4 kids 20-27 and 2 significant others) came to Miller Beach for our family vacation. We had a great time. The beach is only 2 blocks away and an easy walk. I don't know if the kids were back in school in the area but there were few other people on the beach. There are beach toys and chairs we could use which was a nice bonus. The pool was awesome although the week we were there it was a little chilly for a lot of swimming. There was plenty of room for everyone and the table easily fit 8 for dinner and board games. We had a little issue with the couch but apparently it wasn't put back together correctly so that wasn't an ongoing issue. I would have liked to have check in procedures a bit sooner. I requested them a couple days ahead. The owner said they send them out the day before although she sent them to me no problem. I got another email with them about 12 hours ahead of check in so I guess that's the usual.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Larry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
House is in a great location for walk to the beach. Pool was great and big hit with both the children and adults. Bedrooms are good size and accommodated us well for 6 adults and 3 kids. Great communication with owner. Will consider this property again if we vacation in this area. Also an hour drive to downtown Chicago for an easy day trip.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

June T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
Well stocked Vrbo property. Helpful and friendly owner. Prompt with answers to questions. Enjoyed pool and beach especially. Limited dining out options n close proximity but great kitchen to cook in with family. Good gathering spots. Comfortable beds.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alex P., Olmsted Twp, OHIO

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stocked VRBO home we have ever stayed in
We have stayed at numerous VRBO homes and this home by far was the best stocked we have stayed in. Lots of food supplies, keurig cups, towels, beach towels, rafts for the pool, propane grill, etc. The home was as advertised and the pool was great. The home was located within minutes of Miller Beach and also located within minutes walking to 2 wonderful restaurants - Flamingo Pizza and Beach Cafe. Great experience!!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
Extremely well-equipped! Need something in the kitchen? Look around, it's probably there. The beach is not crowded. Fun and pretty easy to take the train to Chicago for a visit. Very close to Indiana Dunes National Park and a short drive to Indiana Dunes State Park. We liked disc golfing at Marquette Park less than a mile away. The pool and the deck are great places to relax! My family loved it! The owner is very responsive to questions.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Mary B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Was ok
The place was ok. Not quite what the pics depict.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2023