Book this charming vacation rental in Gary, Indiana, where you can lounge by the fireplace in one of the 2 living areas and dine on the decorative back patio. This 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom cottage also features an elegant kitchen, a basketball hoop, and convenient keyless entry. When you’re ready to soak up the sun, walk or take a short drive to Lake Michigan’s coast and play in the water with loved ones. Later, test your luck at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana! -- THE PROPERTY -- 2 Living Areas | Basketball Hoop | Keyless Entry Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: 2 Twin Beds w/ 2 Twin Trundles | Family Room: Full Sleeper Sofa | Additional Sleeping: Pack ‘n Play OUTDOOR LIVING: Outdoor dining areas, string lights, charcoal grill, front porch w/ seating, fenced front yard INDOOR LIVING: Flat-screen TV, DVD player, fireplaces, board games KITCHEN: Stove/oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishware/flatware, cooking basics, coffee maker, toaster, blender, spices, water filter GENERAL: Free WiFi, central air conditioning/heat, towels/linens, complimentary toiletries, hangers, trash bags/paper towels, laundry/utility room FAQ: 3 steps to enter, 2 exterior security cameras (facing out) PARKING: Gravel driveway (3 vehicles), free street parking -- THE LOCATION -- HIT THE BEACH: Vermillion St Beach Access (walking distance), Wells Street Beach (0.6 miles), Access to West Beach - Indiana Dunes National Park (1 mile), Marquette Park Beach (2 miles), Lake Street Beach (3 miles) ATTRACTIONS: Portage Lakefront & Riverwalk (6 miles), Bellaboo's Play and Discovery Center (8 miles), Indiana Dunes State Park (10 miles), Michael Jackson's Childhood Home (11 miles) CASINOS: Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana (14 miles), Ameristar Casino East Chicago (17 miles), Horseshoe Hammond (24 miles) AIRPORT: South Bend International Airport (54 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you'll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we'll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we'll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: This property requires 3 steps to enter - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 2 exterior security cameras: 1 camera is located on the front porch facing the front entrance, and 1 camera is located on the back patio door facing the back entrance. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras are activated by motion and will actively record video and sound while guests are in residence