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TV, DVD player, table football
Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels
TV, DVD player, table football
Outdoor pool, a heated pool

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 112100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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

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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 transport

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • 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

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 10 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Foosball table
  • Heated pool
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino 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
  • Snorkelling 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 2,100 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are 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 are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 10 kg per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on 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

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Note from host: No Parties, no exceptions.
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 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 transport 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

Map
Gary, IN

What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Marquette Beach - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 8 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • West Beach - 9 min drive - 2.9 miles
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 11 min drive - 5.9 miles

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
  • ‪Denny's - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Polekatz Indiana - ‬7 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 10 kg 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!?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

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

This family-friendly Gary holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Indian Boundary Park, Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. East Shoreline and Marquette Park are also within 10 minutes.

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 81 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 81 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 81 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 81 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10

We really enjoyed our stay in Miller Beach ! The house was great, had everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Short walk to clean beach. Above ground pool on property. Great place to stay with young kids 😄
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

This was a great mini vacation with my siblings and the house was amazing! So clean roomy everything we needed. The pool was fantastic! Loved very short walk to the beach and to the two restaurants (both fantastic) and little store that had everything!!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10

Had a fantastic week! The house is so nice and the pool was perfect! Easy walk to the beautiful beach and great food just around the corner. Will definitely be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

The property was everything we could have hoped for. Even with one of our days filled with rain, the house, the games, and the foosball table gave us everything we needed for a great time. We can't wait to come back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10

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

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

Property was as advertised. Location was great. We were in the pool or at the beach. Great for family or couples. Plenty of room. The deck is not attached to the house, so a lot of stairs involved. Inside does not flow into outside.
Stayed 31 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

Home felt very clean and was well stocked. We never ran out of towels and there was plenty of paper towels, TP, trash bags, etc. Appreciate that!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10

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

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

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

8/10

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

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

Great house!! Clean and well maintained and updated. This is our second stay here and the house is freshly painted and there is new flooring. Very quick and friendly response to questions and concerns. Quick walk to the beach. We had 9 plus a baby and there was room at the table for all of us. We used a portable baby bed that is on-site for a 6 month old boy. The deck and pool area are a fun place to hang out. We also made s’mores at the fire pit. Very fun!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10

Met up with some high school friends and our families for some R&R. Chose this property because of the reviews, location, and pool. Plenty of space for everyone to have their own room. AC kept the place very comfortable. Lots of towels. The place is showing its age and some of the dishes weren’t the cleanest when we arrived, so make sure to give everything a good look before you use it. If you’re looking for a comfortable and safe place to stay within walking distance to a clean and beautiful beach, this place is the ticket. (Fair warning for young families that if you’re looking to go to Flamingos down the street, it’s 21+. You can order take-out though.)
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10

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

10/10

We love this house and location. House is clean and comfortable. It has everything you need. Plenty of space for us and friends. We find tons of activities in the area. Elizabeth is easy to communicate with and nearby. The beach is sandy and clean and not jammed. Neighborhood is quiet and safe. The house has everything you need too. This is our second summer visit to this home. Highly recommend! A+++++
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

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

8/10

Close to a less populated beach, nice pool. Was very cold initially but owner told us how to adjust the temp and it was great soon after. House was clean and largte enough forf a big group. There was a musty smell but I think this is common in areas with a lot of moisture. Alot of steps but my 87 yo mother was able to negotiate them. There is an additional fence on the deck now that allows small children to play on thbe deck without fear of falling in the pool.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020

10/10

The pool was most definitely the best thing for this house! The lake water was super cold, so the pool was where we did our swimming and then spent time at the lake watching the sunset in the evenings. Elizabeth was an excellent host! We are a family of 6 adults and 3 kids. First time ever we rented a house that we never had to go out to buy paper towels, TP, dish soap, or laundry detergent.😃 Neighborhood was very quiet and never felt unsafe. Neighbors we ran into were all friendly. Why I say this, before my vacation, when I told people where I was going, they all said we were going to a high crime area. We even went into Gary, to see the Jackson 5 childhood home. We went mid morning and it was just fine. It was a relaxing vacation!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022

10/10

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 location and amenities for an extended family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10

We enjoyed our trip to Miller Beach and this well-stocked home. Had a minor snafu initially getting info about the entry code/getting into the house, but Elizabeth was very responsive to all our questions and very helpful. The pool is nice and I felt safe that my smaller children would not have access unless I let them (there are locks to get onto the patio and then again from the patio to pool area). One of the bedrooms on the main floor has a walk-in closet are that made a nice "bedroom" for our toddler next to our bed, and we appreciated all the "extras" for kids provided with the house (pool floaties, big beach wagon, and toys, books, etc.) Very well stocked, with tons of towels. Beach access is an easy walk that my 5 year old could manage with no complaints; the toddler needed the wagon. Lots of parking out front that fit our 3 vehicles easily. We had 5 adults and 3 kids and all fit around the dining room table (included the provided high chair!); more might have been a bit of a squeeze. I would recommend this place, and if we do a repeat trip to Miller Beach again would re-book.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022

10/10

Our group of 10, including 3 kids under 7 yrs and a dog, had a fantastic time during our 3 night stay. The pool was great, there were tons of floaties available and I really appreciated the deck being partitioned off from the pool itself since I have a newly walking 1 year old. The beach was a short walk and it was so nice to have towels, sand toys, beach chairs and a wagon available to bring. It is a beautiful beach and wasn’t crowded at all, even on the weekend. The house itself was super well stocked, the beds were comfortable and the showers were very nice. Elizabeth provided us with a very detailed guide to the area which was super helpful. Everyone we came into contact with in the area was very friendly. We all had a wonderful and relaxing stay, I highly recommend this area and house for a nice getaway!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022