Title: Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! Cottage with kitchen, 2-minute walk to Lake Michigan ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546000/93545939/8af36d95.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546000/93545939/b22fdea6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546000/93545939/29a7ee8d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546000/93545939/65a2786d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![House (3 Bedrooms) | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/94000000/93550000/93546000/93545939/8a478545.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! provides a firepit and more. Guests can connect to free WiFi in public areas. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 71593 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! Cottage with kitchen, 2-minute walk to Lake Michigan Along with barbecues, this smoke-free cottage has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage boasts a fireplace and offers a kitchen and 1.5 bathrooms. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a microwave and a dishwasher, and other amenities include a stovetop and a TV. Air-conditioned accommodation at this cottage offers fireplaces and a ceiling fan. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include baths or showers. ## Property amenities ### Parking and transport - Free offsite parking - Free self parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Spices ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Firepit ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Ceiling fan - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Fee: USD 112 per accommodation per stay - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Property entrance](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/810000/809000/808936/51a347fe.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spring House Inn Chesterton - 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Pet fee: USD 112.00 per accommodation, per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C41.62056%2C-87.23366&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=PgNYY5Uzh9BM3QSRQQAHHtHu_ks=) 8633 Oak Ave, Gary, IN, 46403-1432 #### What's nearby - Marquette Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Indiana Dunes National Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Ogden Dunes Beach - 7 min drive - 4.0 miles - West Beach - 8 min drive - 2.7 miles - Portage Lakefront Beach - 9 min drive - 6.1 miles #### Getting around - Portage - Ogden Dunes Train to Chicago - 6 min drive - Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 62 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪7-Eleven - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪Denny's - ‬9 min drive - ‪Flamingo Pizza of Miller - ‬7 min walk - ‪Mr Fuel Travel Center - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. There's a fee of USD 112.00 per accommodation, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking at Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!? > Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free. ### What time is check-in at Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 12:00 AM. ### What time is check-out at Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach!? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pet-friendly Lake Getaway: 1 Block to Beach! located? > Located in Miller Beach, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Marquette Park, Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. East Shoreline and Indian Boundary Park are also within 15 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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