Dream Retreat Private Guesthouse, Lac Mich., Dunes, Chicago
- Maison
- Couchages: 8
- Chambre(s): 2
- Salle(s) de bain: 1
- Séjour minimum: 2–3 Nuitées
Dream Retreat Private Guesthouse, Lac Mich., Dunes, Chicago
Chambre(s)
Particulier / consommateur
Miller Beach Vacation Rentals
- Langues:
- anglais
Équipements
Les plus
- Climatisation
- Chauffage
- Lave-linge et sèche-linge
- Animaux de compagnie bienvenus
- Télévision
- Satellite ou câble
- Parking
- Internet
Salle(s) de bain
- Salle(s) de bain: 1
Règlement intérieur
Arrivée: 17:00
Départ: 10:00
Soirées/évènements non autorisés
Non-fumeurs
Animaux bienvenus
Adaptée aux enfants
Âge minimum du vacancier principal:30
Occupants maximums:8
15 appréciations
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Perfect location and property to enjoy the Dunes!
The property was just as pictured and very comfortable. Had a bit of difficulty communicating with the manager, but got that worked out. I have usually communicated through the HomeAway website, but some emails came through in other ways which was a bit confusing especially when in transit.
Very clean.
The unit was very clean. Close, easy access to the lake. Owners were very easy to work with.
Dorrie: We enjoying hosting your family at the Dream Retreat Guesthouse. We try hard to make our guest interactions meaningful and pleasant. Afterall, this is your vacation. Thanks again and we'll see you next month!
Clean, comfortable and cozy
Five of us stayed here comfortably! Loved the easy access to the beach and dunes.
Hi Jim:
Thank you for staying with us and your review!
Yes, our Guesthouse is directly on the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore (soon to be America's 60th National Park!) and a short walk, on Octave Chanute Trail, to the sugar-sand beach. Many of our guests enjoy staying year-round and especially mid-week. The Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore/Park and beach are truly magical in all four seasons!
We hope to see you again soon!
Hillary
Excellent Location, Views, Value for Mom’s 60th!
We loved staying in this charming Dream Guesthouse to celebrate my Mom’s 60th birthday and the town of Miller Beach was quaint and fun. It was the perfect spot for the 7 of us total, 4 adults and 3 kids, from Dayton OH. We have stayed at several other beach rentals and this one was well worth the price for what you get! It was very clean and sunny and offered everything we needed. The kitchen was perfect, and outdoor grill was nice (even in Winter). We enjoyed the large TVs and watched old movies on Netflix while the kids played Xbox in the other room. Beds were very comfortable and linens and towels were good quality. Mom loved the jacuzzi bathtub too.
The views from the deck of the dunes and lake were wonderful and we even saw 2 deer! We spent several hours hiking through the dunes and on the beautiful beach. It was truly magical! Even though it was Winter, the beach was very pretty and the Chicago Skyline was breathtaking!
We especially loved dining at the fancy Miller Bakery Café. Mom had roasted duck and loved it. We also had good pizza at Flamingos one afternoon. The neighborhood was quiet and peaceful with virtually no traffic since it’s a no outlet street, we didn’t have to worry about the kids and traffic.
Everything was set up perfectly for our arrival. We got a little tour and a binder full of Jim’s family’s favorite trails, places to see, and other info.
Thank you very much Jim for making our Mom’s birthday truly memorable!
Thank you Christa for choosing to celebrate Mom's 60th with us! I am honored. We've hosted several milestone birthdays all the way up to 105 years old at the Dream Retreat, along with anniversaries, and small weddings. I am glad that you saw the two deer from the deck. My daughter named them Mickey and Minnie and always points them out when they come by to feed in the nearby mulberry patch. Your family is certainly welcome back anytime.
Very Truly Yours,
Jim
Guest House not same as Main House, Miller Beach quite different from "the Hamptons"
Although comfortable, clean, and well-equipped, and close to a good hiking trail and the dunes, the "guest house" for this rental lacks many of the key amenities that make the larger property seem attractive. There is virtually no view from the guest house (the guest house is over a garage facing a suburban street, rather than the dunes or the lake) and has no real deck. Given that we were paying a rate appropriate for a lakefront home with a view, this was disappointing to us. Miller Beach is also a very industrial part of the Indiana lakefront in a part of Gary that has seen better days, so be aware of that. (We have stayed at other rentals in Indiana in towns such as Porter Beach, where you also see the power plants and the steel mills, but they are much further away so the setting is quite different).
Can't comment on the main home, which seemed nice from the outside, but for smaller groups renting only the guest house just be aware of what you are getting, and not getting, for the rate. If you know the area and like it, and rent the full house, could be a good option. But this was not an appealing property overall for our interest in a lakefront rental with a nice view for 2 people.
Leigh:
Thank you for staying in our Attached Guest House and, ugh, for ruining our perfect 5-star Rating (11 other very satisfied guests all gave 5 stars!). I hope your negative comments don’t have anything to do with you getting the stomach flu during your stay with us. ;)
While we appreciate you taking the time to write, you’ve made incorrect statements that must be addressed.
1. In our correspondences and looking at MillerBeachDreamRetreat.com, it is crystal clear that, to some guests, the attractive amenities offered in the Dream Retreat Main House are superior to those of the Attached Guesthouse. Our Guesthouse renters are either: a. Main House renters needing additional space, b. smaller families/groups looking for a wonderful beach getaway, or c. those on a tight budget.
2. Agreed, the Guesthouse is clean, comfortable, right on the Dunes National Lakeshore, close to amazing trails and VERY well-equipped. However, it does not offer ALL of the amenities of the Main House, nor do we advertise that.
3. The Guesthouse is priced right and offers considerable value for those seeking a clean, well-appointed, safe, and comfortable beach house. We continually do extensive market research to ensure this and we have served hundreds of satisfied guests from all over the country.
4. The Private Deck DOES have amazing views of the IN Dunes National Lakeshore and Lake Michigan (see website photos), Weber gas grill, and a dining table that seats four.
5. Miller Beach is a unique Artist community, 12 miles from Gary, full of quaint shops, galleries, eateries, economic development, and an award-winning brewery and restaurant. It is the closest beach-side community to Chicago (40min) and the Southern-most tip of Lake Michigan with a large and growing sand bar.
6. Further, Miller Beach is the FARTHEST away from the industrial plants to the East. In fact, the beach you mentioned staying at is only 11 miles from the giant cooling tower whereas Miller Beach is over 30 miles away. The quality of the sugar-sand beach, the clear waters, and being a direct part of the IN Dunes National Lakeshore, makes Miller Beach a far superior location.
We invite you back anytime to explore Miller Beach’s true beauty.
Very Truly Yours,
Jim
Dollar for Dollar, the BEST value on Lake Michigan
My family of six, wife and four kids, seek out vacation rentals throughout the Midwest and have never found a place that is so well-equipped for the price than this cottage! All our expectations were met and more. Wife cooked our favorite meals in the kitchen while I grilled on the Weber. Kids swam in the lake and made sand castles all day. Jim met us on site, gave a tour and binder of all his favorite haunts in town. We loved Flamingo pizza (25% off on Monday’s) the best. We highly recommend this place to anyone seeking comfort and value for your dollar. It is right on the national park and beach which is also very convenient to the casinos. We will be back again soon!
Thank you Sam! It was a pleasure meeting you and your family and glad to hear that everyone had such a good time. We hope to see you and your wonderful family again soon!
Localisation
Construit sur mesure en 2009, le Retraite de rêve isolé vous aidera à vous évader! La retraite est située sur une rue en cul-de-sac (pas de circulation) et un coin de rue (seule maison au coin) Le voisin le plus proche est à 100 mètres. Composé complètement privé (clôtures de 6 'et 8'). Terrain de volley-ball Pro-Sand Beach réglé selon les spécifications olympiques de Womany (haute saison uniquement) Tout le nord (au bord du lac) et l’est se trouvent Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore. N'entendez rien, si ce n'est les chants d'oiseaux, la brise et les vagues qui frappent le rivage du lac Michigan Voir la ligne d'horizon de Chicago depuis les ponts supérieurs.
En raison de notre emplacement unique, seule une petite parcelle de parc national nous sépare (piste de sable et d’asphalte) de la meilleure plage de sable fin semi-privée du lac Michigan. Nous sommes 1/3 mile de Lake St. Lancement de bateau de plage (en saison) pour tous vos jeux d’eau, jet-skis, bateaux, voiliers, etc.
Lors de votre enregistrement, nous vous rencontrons personnellement pour vous remettre les clés, une brève visite guidée et un cartable rempli d'informations utiles et amusantes, ainsi que toutes les meilleures attractions à moins de 45 minutes en voiture ou en train.
Autres Activités: Situé dans le centre et pour tous les goûts! Toutes les attractions sont à 45 minutes en voiture ou en train. Le paradis des acheteurs et des joueurs! épicerie / magasins d’alcool, centres commerciaux Outlet (120 magasins), centre commercial à deux étages de West Lake, visites d’usines de confiserie, restaurants raffinés / décontractés, train EZ à destination de Chicago: (Loop, «Magnificent Mile���� shopping, musées, centre de congrès) , aéroports), parcs aquatiques, parcs d'attractions, pays Amish, routes panoramiques, circuits d'automne au foilage, marchés aux puces, sentiers de randonnée / pistes cyclables et discussions en classe du parc national, visites de vignobles, casinos ; 30 min à Blue Chip), Wells Street et West Side Beach, golf, marinas, etc.
Golf: 19 parcours dans un rayon de 30 miles - liste et coordonnées fournies dans le cartable lors de l'enregistrement.
Ski: FourLakes Apline Snowsports est à Lisle, IL environ 60 miles de la retraite et offre une grande variété de terrains, pistes, leçons et amusement pour les personnes de tous âges.