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Exterior
Beach nearby, sun loungers, beach towels
5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, free WiFi
TV, DVD player, foosball
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 112100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • PoolPoolPool
  • Pet friendlyPet friendlyPet friendly
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning
  • WasherWasherWasher

Explore the area

Map
Gary, IN
  • Popular LocationMarquette Park6 min walk
  • Popular LocationWest Beach7 min drive
  • Popular LocationOgden Dunes Beach11 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)95 min drive

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

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 transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near an outlet shopping mall
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Foosball table on site
  • Heated pool on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Casino nearby
  • Cycling 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
  • Snorkeling 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

  • 1 unit
  • 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 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 allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 22 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at 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

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
Note from host: No Parties, no exceptions.
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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 transportation 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 neighborhood

Gary

Located on a lake, this vacation home is in Miller Beach, a neighborhood in Gary. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Indiana Dunes National Park and Lake Michigan. Traveling with kids? Consider Deep River Water Park and Team Combat LIVE. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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What's nearby

  • Marquette Park - 6 min walk
  • Marquette Beach - 2 min drive
  • West Beach - 7 min drive
  • Ogden Dunes Beach - 11 min drive
  • Portage Lakefront Beach - 12 min drive

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
  • McDonald's - 6 min drive
  • Wendy's - 10 min drive
  • Miller Pizza Co. - 6 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 22 lbs 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!?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

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

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

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 72 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Robbye T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Reunion planning weekend
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 Excellent

Ujamaa B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Would totally rent this location and from this owner again!
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 Excellent

Beth K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miller besch
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

10/10 Excellent

Nikki W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family fun
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 Excellent

ann m., Where do you live?

Liked: Cleanliness
Great beach trip
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

Larry K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation
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 Good

June T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family time
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 Excellent

Alex P., Olmsted Twp, OHIO

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stocked VRBO home we have ever stayed in
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 Excellent

William P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great vacation!
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

8/10 Good

Mary B.

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

10/10 Excellent

Jake K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Family Trip
Excellent location and amenities for an extended family trip.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Aimee B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well stocked family getaway home
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 Excellent

Grace R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family vacation spot
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

8/10 Good

Joan J., Columbus, Ohio

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place
Second time staying here. Extremely well stocked home. Pretty much anything you need is provided. Short walk to beach, we really enjoyed the pool and deck area around pool. Fenced back yard. Nice size dinning table, lots of space, games, toys, beach supplies and TV’s, good wireless. Property manager is very responsive and helpful!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chad M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family Vacation 2022
Our family (including 3 teenagers and a 9 yr old) stayed at this property for a family vacation. Everything abou the house and the week we stayed was beyond our expectations. Our kids loved it because they all had their own rooms. The basement was a great place for everyone to hang out as well. Anything and everything you need is at your fingertips. The beach was a very quick 2 block walk, easily accessible, clean, and not overly busy. When we were pulling away for the week our 16 year old asked if we could come back here every year for vacation.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Allyn S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Second time stay
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 Excellent

Kim E., Vienna, MO

Liked: Cleanliness
Our annual family vacation
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 Excellent

Linda S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great for Family Meet-Up
Our family met to hang out and explore Indiana Dunes National Park. This was perfect for our needs-clean, plenty of beds, and the pool was fun for our granddaughter.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Marie W., Barnhart Mo

Liked: Cleanliness
One of our best rentals
The house was extremely clean and well stocked! We have never rented a place that provided toilet paper, paper towels, laundry detergent, shampoo, ect for the whole week! It was such a nice surprise. We also appreciated the selection of spices available to us as well, since we cooked daily. The heated pool was enjoyed by all. Great vacation rental!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay in Miller Beach
Lovely stay at this home - very clean and comfortable with new mattresses and linens in all the rooms. Just a short walk to the beach and an even shorter walk to the restaurants in town. Easy location for visiting with our family in the surrounding areas and Chicago. Elizabeth was very helpful and flexible while getting the booking straightened away. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Julie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wedding accommodations
We were in the area for a wedding at the nearby Marquette pavillion, and this home worked out very well for our visit to the area.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Eric T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Place To Stay!
The host was amazing and very accommodating. We booked pretty last minute and Elizabeth was very responsive and super helpful with some last minute adjustments. House was clean and comfortable, plus is in a great location. Would definitely recommend and stay here again next time we are in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Juliette O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Bluebutter Fly 2 is the Perfect Family Vacation Spot
This property is just perfectly located within walking distance to the beaches of Lake Michigan and within dinning choices. The pool was just the perfect size and temperature for my 2 boys and my 8 month old nephew. The kitchen was very well stocked and the whole house is just comfortable and relaxing. Looking forward to another visit next year! Thanks Elizabeth for everything!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Everything is provided - just bring clothes and food.
The private pool was great! Loved the deck area. We enjoyed cooking and eating outside and nightly fires. The family room in the lower level worked well for us, the young kids could relax or nap while other family members were upstairs in the living room/dining room area. Close to a less congested beach - plenty of beach equipment and toys. We had a great time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Laura D G.

Liked: Cleanliness
lovely little home
A small but mighty home with a great pool!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2021