The Guesthouse at the Miller Beach Dream Retreat is located at the end of a quiet, residential, cul-de-sac street, with direct access to the park/beach access trail. This sandy trail winds through a sliver of the Indiana Dunes National Park (America’s 61st!) and leads to a sugar-sand beach where one can view the Chicago Skyline and breathtaking sunsets. The walk to the beach is approximately 1/6 of a mile and takes the average person about ten to 12 minutes along a mostly sand, partially paved path that winds past Historic Chanute Hill, the location of the first manned glider flight in 1896 by Octave Chanute. Lake Street Beach, the closest public beach area, has a seasonal (Memorial Day through Labor Day) small vessel boat ramp and a paid parking lot for those who would prefer to drive to the beach. Amenities: * open floor plan with Great Room and full kitchen, dining for 6, bath with jetted tub, private entrance, and small deck with weber gas grill and café string lights * (2) Two private, Queen bedrooms * Queen sleeper sofa in Great Room * sleeps an additional 2 people on a deluxe high-rise Aerobed (all bedding is provided) * Additional guest fee applies over 4 people: $25/person per night (not including children less than two years of age on arrival date), regardless of length of stay or purpose of visit * Maximum occupancy is 8 individuals total not including children less than two years of age on arrival date * parking for two cars in tandem in the driveway, overflow parking (free, overnight) available nearby The Guesthouse is adjacent to the Dream Retreat Main House, however, there are no shared spaces. The outdoor amenities of Main House are not available to Guesthouse renters as the two units are separate, however, they can be rented together, please see our listing for the Entire Compound. The Guesthouse entrance is accessed by a flight of exterior stairs. ....................... Additional amenities * free, high-speed Wi-Fi * Keurig coffee maker with complimentary coffee pods * three smart TVs with digital cable and video streaming * stackable laundry with purwash ozonator, which does not require any detergents, bleach, fabric softener, or even hot water * most supplies including basic soaps, paper towels, toilet paper, tissue, trash bags, etc. * three independently controlled Mitsubishi ac wall units with thermostatic zones for customized cooling comfort; separate heating thermostat which operates the radiant boiler heating system ....................... Kitchen * opens to the Great Room and dining area * cherry cabinetry and Carrara quartz counters * island with a 60/40 double-bowl stainless steel sink and Grohe pull-out sprayer faucet * fridge with auto-ice maker, gas range and built-in microwave and convection oven, dishwasher, all small appliances, cookware, bakeware, flatware, glassware, barware, and supplies * Keurig coffee station with an assortment of k-cups * built-in desk with leather office chair Deck * overlooks the beautiful Indiana Dunes National Park, the panne, and Lake Michigan * Weber gas grill Great Room * 16 ft vaulted ceilings with skylights * table seating for 6 * leather sofa * 50" smart tv w/ digital cable, video streaming, and Blu-ray player Bedrooms * high thread-count linens, comforters, and pillows * ceiling fans * smart TVs w/ digital cable, video streaming, and DVD players * ample closet space, dressers, and nightstands with lamps Bathroom * jetted-tub * fluffy towels and bathmats * shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, toilet paper, tissues * hair dryer ....................... Add-on options (fees and taxes apply, invoiced separately after booking): * Our Guesthouse is dog-friendly and up to two adult, house-trained dogs are allowed. Fees per dog: $60 (2-night stay), $20/night (3+ night stay) or $140/week * Guests may request early check-in (1:30 pm cst) for a fee of $59 during if peak season and $39 during non-peak season, and/or late checkout (1pm CST) for a fee of $59 during peak season and $39 during non-peak season. Due to COVID restrictions and enhanced cleaning procedures, Early Check-in and Late Checkout may not be available. ....................... 2 night minimum (observed Holidays require a 3 night minimum) Licensee must be at least 30 years of age. 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) No high school, college, after-prom party, or any other underage groups allowed. No bachelor or similar groups permitted. Additional Guest fee applies over 4 people: $25/person per night. This covers maintenance/replacement of aerobeds, pullout sofas, extra laundry, increased utility costs, wear and tear, and more. Maximum Occupancy is 8 individuals total, not including children less than two years of age on Arrival Date Excessive cleaning (if required)is billed at $35/hr. Repairs due to damages are $45/hour. If anything becomes ruined or missing, you will be charged accordingly. In certain cases, an additional Holiday Premium may apply to your dates 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). Care for the Premises with all due care, leave it undamaged, clean, and keep conditions safe throughout your stay. Parking for 2 cars in the driveway, street parking not permitted. Overflow parking (free, overnight) available nearby. Our property has exterior security cameras that are checked regularly. Only outside areas, including the driveway and stairs to entrance, are under surveillance. 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. Licencees agrees to identity verification and background check preformed by SafelyStay, Inc. 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.