Take advantage of a firepit, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Smart Home, direct Beach Dunes Nat’l Park access, Hot Tub, luxury amenities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 101830 sq ft
Popular amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
Smart Home, direct Beach Dunes Nat’l Park access, Hot Tub, luxury amenities
Relax in a private hot tub overlooking Indiana Dunes National Park, gather around the firepit beneath twinkling café lights, and wake up just steps from Lake Michigan’s sugar-sand beaches. The Addition at Villa Santorini combines modern luxury, dramatic architecture, and direct access to one of the Midwest’s most beautiful natural destinations, creating the perfect retreat for couples, families, and friends.
Nestled in the heart of Indiana Dunes National Park and just 40 minutes from downtown Chicago, this thoughtfully designed getaway offers the rare combination of beach access, hiking trails, stunning views, and upscale amenities—all in one unforgettable destination.
Featured Highlights >>>>>> Private hot tub overlooking Indiana Dunes National Park (new June 2026) Walking distance to Lake Michigan beaches and National Park trails 13-foot ceilings and designer finishes throughout Wood-burning stove with dramatic floor-to-ceiling Carrara tile feature wall Firepit, gas grill, and multiple outdoor gathering spaces Dog-friendly accommodations for up to 2 dogs* Media Loft with Smart TV, wet bar, beverage fridge, and coffee station Convenient access to Chicago via car or South Shore train Sleeps up to 10 guests*
Perfect For >>>>>> Romantic getaways Small family vacations Friends’ weekends Beach vacations National Park adventures Chicago-area staycations Remote workers seeking inspiration and relaxation
Why Guests Love It >>>>>> The open-concept living area welcomes you with soaring 13-foot ceilings and cozy wood-burning stove set against a stunning floor-to-ceiling Carrara tile wall. Natural light pours into the space, creating an atmosphere that feels both grand and inviting. Outside, you’ll discover multiple spaces designed for relaxation and connection. Soak in the private hot tub while taking in unobstructed views of the Indiana Dunes National Park, enjoy dinner from the gas grill, or gather around the firepit under the stars. Upstairs, the Media Loft provides the perfect place to unwind with a Smart TV, wet bar, beverage refrigerator, and complimentary Nespresso and Keurig coffee bar. One of the home’s most unique features is its location directly adjacent to Indiana Dunes National Park and proximity to the beach. From your door, guests can easily access scenic hiking trails, Lake Michigan beaches, birdwatching areas, nature preserves, and spectacular sunset viewpoints. Few vacation rentals offer this level of direct access to both the National Park and Lake Michigan.
Featured Amenities >>>>>> Kitchen & Dining: Prepare meals with ease using the gas range, convection oven, refrigerator/freezer, and fully equipped kitchen. A 10-foot quartz island provides seating for six. Outdoor Retreat: Soak in the private hot tub overlooking Indiana Dunes National Park, gather around the gas firepit, grill outdoors, and relax beneath café lights. Entertainment & Comfort: Stay connected with high-speed Wi-Fi, enjoy Smart TVs with Roku, and unwind in comfort with Nest thermostats, a wet bar, beverage refrigerator, and complimentary Nespresso and Keurig coffee.
Included Essentials >>>>>> Enjoy a fully stocked experience with all linens, bath amenities, beach towels, coffee, laundry facilities, seasonal firewood, and everything needed for a comfortable stay.
Parking >>>>>> Please note that exterior stairs are required to access the main entrance. Private driveway parking is available for up to 3 vehicles, with additional free overnight parking available nearby.
Sleeping Arrangements >>>>>> Main Level: The main level includes an open-concept living room and kitchen, Bedroom 1 with a queen bed, a full bathroom, a queen sleeper sofa, and a self-inflating Aerobed with provided bedding. The main entrance is located on the covered deck, which features the hot tub, grill, and outdoor seating area.
Upper Level: The upper level includes Bedroom 2 with a queen bed, Bedroom 3 with a queen bed, a shared skylit full bathroom with an indoor jacuzzi tub and shower, and a Media Loft with a twin-size daybed/lounge, Smart TV, coffee bar, and beverage fridge. This level also includes the laundry area and access to the second-floor deck with firepit and seating area.
Explore Miller Beach >>>>>> Miller Beach is the closest beachside community to Chicago and one of Northwest Indiana’s hidden gems. This growing lakefront arts community offers art galleries, boutique shopping, restaurants, breweries, local favorites, miles of pristine beaches, nature trails, outdoor recreation, golf courses, wineries, casinos, outlet shopping, and easy access to Chicago’s museums, dining, and entertainment.
Nearby Attractions >>>>>> Indiana Dunes National Park is steps away, Lake Michigan Beach is within walking distance, and the South Shore Train Station is approximately 2 to 5 minutes away. Downtown Chicago is about 40 to 60 minutes away, Midway Airport is approximately 45 minutes away, and O’Hare Airport is approximately 1 hour away. Uber and Lyft service are available throughout the area.
Your Stay >>>>>> The Addition at Villa Santorini is a keyless property. You’ll receive a personalized access code before arrival along with detailed check-in information, parking instructions, and access to our digital guidebook featuring local recommendations and house information. The Miller Beach Vacation Rentals team is available before and during your stay to ensure a seamless experience from booking through checkout.
* Additional Information >>>>>> The home accommodates up to 10 guests; additional guest fees apply over 6 guests. The property is dog-friendly for up to 2 dogs; additional fees apply. Early check-in and late checkout may be available for an additional charge.
Whether you’re soaking in the hot tub after a day of hiking, watching the sunset over Lake Michigan, or gathering around the firepit with family and friends, The Addition at Villa Santorini offers a memorable retreat where luxury, nature, and relaxation come together. 2 night minimum (observed Holidays require a 3 night minimum) Licensee must be at least 30 years of age. No high school, college, after-prom party, or any other underage groups allowed. No bachelor or similar groups permitted. 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) Additional Guest fee applies over 6 people: $25/person per night. This covers maintenance/replacement of aerobeds, pullout sofas, extra laundry, increased utility costs, wear and tear, and more. 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). Total of three (3) cars are allowed in the designated parking spots at ANY point in time. Including any visitors, loading and unloading, even if for a short time period. Overflow parking is 2 miles away Licencees agrees to identity verification and background check preformed by SafelyStay, Inc. 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.
Maximum Occupancy is 10 individuals total, not including children less than two years of age on Arrival Date 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.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
Hot tub
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
Free offsite parking
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Freezer
Ice maker
Kitchen island
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Stovetop
Toaster
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Sofa bed
Bathroom
2 shared bathrooms
Hair dryer
Heated bathroom floor
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Wood stove
Entertainment
Netflix
Smart TV with digital channels
Streaming services
Outdoor areas
Balcony
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Free firewood
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washer/dryer
Work spaces
Desk
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Near the marina
On a lake
On the waterfront
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Casino nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sledding nearby
Wildlife walks 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)
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,830 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
2 night minimum (observed Holidays require a 3 night minimum)
Licensee must be at least 30 years of age.
No high school, college, after-prom party, or
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: additional fee applies
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Located in Miller Beach, a neighborhood in Gary, this vacation home is near a water park and on the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Indiana Dunes National Park. Marshall J. Gardner Center for the Arts and Deep River Water Park are also worth visiting. Spend some time exploring the area's activities, including wildlife walks, motor boating, and sledding. Visit our Gary travel guide
Is Smart Home, direct Beach Dunes Nat’l Park access, Hot Tub, luxury amenities pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking?
There is free parking nearby.
What time is check-in at Smart Home, direct Beach Dunes Nat’l Park access, Hot Tub, luxury amenities?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Smart Home, direct Beach Dunes Nat’l Park access, Hot Tub, luxury amenities?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Smart Home, direct Beach Dunes Nat’l Park access, Hot Tub, luxury amenities located?
Located in Miller Beach, this vacation home is steps from East Shoreline and Lake Michigan. Indiana Dunes National Park is 0.3 mi (0.6 km) away.
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Smart Home, direct Beach Dunes Nat’l Park access, Hot Tub, luxury amenities Reviews
Reviews
Very Good
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Short drive to National Park and State Park hikes! Short walk to very nice beach area! Wonderful place to stay, fully stocked and plenty of room for 2 adults and 2 teens… and a dog!
It was a nice stay. Initially, we didn’t like the house as it was not clear from property details that it will be multi-story building and accessible only by stairs.
Apart from this, we liked the house very much. It was clean and all basic things were there except few like foil paper, grater which was manageable.
Linen, bedding were clean and very good.
Best part Was Ogden beach is walkable.
For any queries, property manager was also reachable on phone and very responsive.
I would recommend for the stay here.
Thanks for sharing this place with us.
Swati
Amazing accommodations, all rooms are spacious with ample bathroom facilities. The ability to utilize both kitchens worked well for our large group. The outdoor seating and views of the lake including sunsets over the city are amazing
The location was great, you could see lake michigan through the kitchen windows and on the balcony. Very nice home, lovely views. Could not ask for a better host, my daughter left her stuffed animal and they were kind enough to retrieve and send it back to me. I will be staying with them again in the future!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review
2/10 Terrible
Larry L.
Mar 15, 2022
Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Location, listing accuracy
Very misleading
Upstairs shower don't work jet tub had black stuff coming out when running outdoor grill didn't work hot tub was very small and outdated didn't know it was connected to another house which had alot of teenagers in it with loud music all day and night will never book again camera's everywhere fell like being in jail
Horrible experience, to say the least. The owner called me, which I thought was strange. I was en route, and he texted me three separate times. Then he texted, saying is this your white sedan? (mind you I wasnt there) He made me uncomfortable with excessive texting. I assumed this was like a townhome. It felt like an apartment. The neighbors slammed the doors so loud I only slept for two hours. (came in and out all night long). I went out to get stuff neighbor's were watching me? It was 4:00 am, and they were still coming in and out. Amazon packages were delivered. We felt like we were being watched and listened to. I would never recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Angela H.
Feb 20, 2024
Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disappointing-
Marketing did a great job making this property look good via pictures; however, in person- it was very disappointing. The property needs a very deep clean and updates, especially to the lower level. While the upper level was much better, on the lower/main floor- there were mice droppings on the floor and in the oven tray, walls and baseboards were filthy and it is not well appointed. You could hear the neighbors above the main floor bedroom (sounded like a hoard of elephants going up/down the stairs). If you have a larger-sized dog, you will not be able to gain access to the upper level due to the steepness of the staircase. I was expecting a very chic stay. I did let the manager know and they asked to send over a cleaner, but the place needs a DEEP clean, not a spot clean. Very disappointed in what I received, especially at the price point paid. Would not stay again.
Property was as described, check-in process was easy.
Great location right by the lakefront beach and dunes area.
Sadly, it rained on us most of our stay but that's not our hosts fault.
Good alt location for a Chicago visit with the dunes / beach area right there and about $100 / 1hr Uber ride into the city to explore there as well.
Will likely come back in warmer dryer weather to enjoy more of the beach and dunes.
Lovely property - nice set up, would be a wonderful summer return trip with the kids, everything you need is on site, very well done!
I wish the check in/out was a bit more wide range for price we pay - I was offered early check in/late check out for price but 10am check out and 5pm check for price once we got there and got out we’ll definitely reconsider properties in the future to have more accommodating times
Happy to have family all together in this comfortable cozy space
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022
Verified review
4/10 Poor
Myrna R.
Nov 21, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Needs up keep
The house is on an awesome location from the beach however the overall experience was poor I am very disappointed in the overall experience in the house We did not realize that i reserved the Addition We did not have consistent internet service. Our children missed on line classes because there was no internet service. I have to leave the property to complete to complete time service work because the internet was down . I have pictures of the upstairs patio chairs that are in boxes on the front porch. The house mgr. brought beach chairs die us to use upstairs with the fire pit. The internet service is slow and continued to go in and out. I took pictures of TV that continued to go out. We were able to watch 1 show from 11/15-11/21. After 2 am we week able to watch movies without interruption. The house was not ready guest (base boards ready , Dusty on the living room kitchen area, the slow cooker was filthy and not clean, I had to request a mop, not stocked with sufficient supplies-limited face towels. ) I have pictures of the floors, boxes on the porch.
I would not recommend this to o my friends or family
Enjoyed our stay. Nice location and amenities. For the most part, place was clean. Floors looked clean, but could have used a good mop. Lysol wipe was quite dirty when used on the downstairs bathroom floor. Trim work needs a paint job. The three hanging lights over the kitchen counter were in desperate need of cleaning - glass was cloudy. Had to clean out the filter in the dishwasher that had a significant amount of food caked on it. Outside wall lights did not work - 1st and 2nd floor. Batteries were weak/dead in some of the remotes. Most tv’s have power strips hanging from them. There was no disinfectant spray available. One roll of paper towels for a weeks stay. One of the brackets that was suppose to make removing the hot tub cover was missing making it awkward to remove the cover so the one bracket left extended about 3 feet out on the deck creating a trip hazard. Having said, I mention these items because if they’re corrected, the place will really be great! Overall liked the place and probably would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review
8/10 Good
Manju G.
Jul 4, 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Family vacation
The pictures look very glamorous and big but it is not. The place wasn't very clean. The baseboards in bathrooms were so dirty and so many spiders that our kids were scared of going in the bathroom. The kitchen didn't have any garbage disposal which was so inconvenient and dirty that we had to keep emptying that little container in the sink. Outdoor furniture wesn't very clean and the deck was still dirty.
Would have been nice to know that there was no flat yard around the house, only just the beach, which is about a 100+ yard walk away. But great wrap around porch, and lots of outside and inside seating and chairs. The trees need to be cut down more to stop blocking the view, and be careful in the steam shower, the steam heads are located in a PROPOSTEROUS location. Two of the people in our group got blisters from burns from being too close to the nozzle heads.
We had a great time and all agreed to return the same weekend in 2021. There were a couple of questions when we arrived but the hosts were quick to respond to us.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2020
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jessica R.
Sep 1, 2020
Dream Beach Wedding Location!
My (now) husband and I chose Villa Santorini to host our small family wedding, as we dreamed of having a beach wedding but COVID changed our plans. We are so glad it did! We could not have imagined a more perfect place with better views to get married, and everything was well taken care of by the Miller Beach vacation rentals team. We got to spend the day at the beach with friends, right off the house, watch storms roll over the lake from the AMAZING master bedroom windows, spend dinner watching the sunset from the massive patio and then enjoy the cool breeze next to the outdoor fireplace in the evening. I would love to stay here again to relieve the beautiful memories that we will never forget as we joined our lives together with loved ones.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Paula K.
Jun 1, 2020
Above and beyond expectations
Villa Santorini and The Addition was beautiful. The location and setting were just what we wanted and the house had everything we needed! Thank you Miller Beach Vacation Rentals! We hope to be back soon
Excellent time for everyone. Loved the view and the round common room. Plenty of room for staff of 9 plus their significant other. Will definitely be back
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review
10/10 Excellent
Mary K.
Apr 7, 2019
Great space for large group
Everything we could possibly need was provided. Both houses clean and well-maintained. The views over the lake are spectacular. House manager was very quick to respond when we had questions.