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Reviews of Dunes Escape - Minutes from Indiana Dunes National Park

Dunes Escape - Minutes from Indiana Dunes National Park
Gary, IN

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 26 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, Perfect Stay
We had a great stay! Everything was just as listed! Every area was very clean, kitchen well stocked, plenty of towels provided for our 2 night stay. If i could change anything it would have been to add a nightlight of some sort in the twin room. Unfamiliar place/noises and it was completely dark for my daughter. No lamp or nightlight in that room. Also a few of the cabinet doors need tightened down.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Mar 2024
Thank you, Jessica, for your excellent suggestion regarding the need for more light in the twin bedrooms and the kitchen handles being loose. Your feedback is highly appreciated, and we assure you that the issues you mentioned will be addressed. We appreciate you being a wonderful guest and choosing Dunes Escape!

10/10 Excellent

Anthony C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Definite A++ Property
Check in was kinda tricky, but that was due to this being my first booking through VRBO. The host was awesome and attentive. I'll be looking for this host in the future.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Allen O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Suggested amenities
The house was very lovely; however, with 3 females and one male sharing a bathroom, it would have been very nice to have a bigger vanity with a couple of drawers and an extra surface to put all our toiletries on. I ended up putting a bar stool on the wall opposite from the sink. A thin shelving unit would be perfect there. The only kitchen item we wished you had provided was a hand mixer, as we baked a birthday cake. We planned on sitting around the fire pit but there wasn’t any wood, which would have been a nice touch. Also both the front and backyards were full of ant hills which made it impossible for the kids to spend time outside. The coffee table fell apart, as it is not glued together, but I put it back together. One of the couch cushions has broken springs so when you sat on it, you sunk. The twin bedroom closet door was off the track. Otherwise, we thoroughly enjoyed our time there and thought the house was beautiful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct 2023
We're delighted to hear you had a great stay and found our house beautiful! Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we take it very seriously. We will promptly address the mentioned issues. Thank you again for choosing the Dunes Escape!

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
Well worth the choice. Everything as expected.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leslie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great house
The house is set up great and has everything you need. The location was convenient to be able to go to the beach or to the little towns around. I would recommend Dunes Escape to my friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept 2023
Leslie, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at the Dunes Escape! Thank you for the great review and for being an amazing guest! It's people like you that put a smile on our face:) Thanks again! We hope you can stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Justin R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great time at the Dunes!
The property is fantastic! The house was clean and tidy. Very easy to navigate and find this throughout, with a kitchen ready to go. The outside space is incredible! Great fireplace, and table to eat at. I would also point out the close and easy it is to get to the Dunes National and State park from the house. Overall great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Inga J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Weekend Getaway
What a perfect place and location. Thanks!
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quick one day trip
Property was well maintained. It was very clean!! We really enjoyed our stay here and had everything we needed. The outdoor space was a great touch. Would definitely stay here again. Only thing we wish there was is a tv in the bedroom. Otherwise everything was great! Very easy check in as well.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Aug 2023
Robert, We wanted to convey our heartfelt thanks for choosing to stay with us and for your wonderful suggestion of adding a TV to the bedroom. Your feedback is truly valuable to us, and we're thrilled that you enjoyed your time at our establishment. Your 5-star review is a testament to our team's dedication, and we're grateful for your support. We hope to welcome you back soon for another exceptional experience! Best regards, Stay Haven Hosts

10/10 Excellent

Julia S., Greenup, IL USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Dunes Escape Vacay
Our hosts were most gracious and quick to respond if we had questions. We thought the house was cute! It was just as described. Our family members were more than satisfied with our stay at Dunes Escape. In fact, we'd highly recommend it!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Leona S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beach getaway
Very clean, nice, relaxing. Close to the beach, shopping, restaurants. Quiet neighborhood. I will definitely be staying here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for the 5-star review! We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay! We look forward to the possibility of hosting you again!

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Miller Beach Stay
Overall a nice stay. A quiet neighborhood very close to West Beach in the National Park. We enjoy train sounds, but if that matters to you then be advised that trains are audible throughout the day/night. Beds are comfortable. Dishwasher is not secured well —tips out when loading it. Some cabinet doors are rather loose. They provide beach towels, board games. Blackout curtains were nice.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kyle W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Don't miss this treasure!
Three of my teens/young adult children and I stayed here for three nights while visiting the Indiana Dunes National Park. All of us loved the house! It was immaculate and felt like cozy hotel-living. We spent as much time outside as we could in the backyard listening to the birds and enjoying the tranquility. Also, I was amazed how close we were to the park access as well as great local restaurants to visit and shopping. We would stay again without hesitation!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay while visiting IDNP
We were road tripping from CT around the Great Lakes and stayed here for 2 nights while visiting Indiana Dunes. The house was perfect for our family. We did not utilize the outdoor areas as we were gone most of the days and it rained both evenings. Great location for visiting the park and Jake was easy to communicate with from booking through checking out. My one recommendation would be to add a second beach chair so 2 adults can sit on the beach comfortably! Also, for anyone worrying about the Gary address- the neighborhood was quiet and safe and right on the edge of the NP. Great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Megan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean quiet rental
This house was perfect for our stay! The house was very clean, beds comfortable, and had everything we needed. The backyard space was nice for an evening fire in the fire pit. During our stay we visited the Dunes National Park a couple times and then also Marquette Park and both were very close to the house. The house is on a quiet street and even with being outside each evening we never heard any neighbors. After we checked out our next stop on our vacation was Chicago and we made it in about 45 minutes. We look forward to staying here again sometime.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Quintin H.

Liked: Cleanliness
June Visit
This location has everything you need! and a few little added touches that make you feel at home (K-cups, lawn games, etc.)
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for a Dunes weekend!
Very clean and well stocked with towels, kitchen amenities, lawn games and even chocolate biscotti! Very easy and simple communication. 3 min drive to Indiana Dunes National Park.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Sarah, Thank you for your feedback and great review! You were an amazing guest! We would be honored to have you stay again!

10/10 Excellent

Trevan

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

4/10 Poor

Aniyah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
nice weekend
beautiful home nice for families
Stayed 1 night in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jul 2023
Dear Aniyah,
 Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback following your recent stay at our property. We are pleased you enjoyed your weekend and found our home beautiful and accommodating for families. We strive to provide our guests with a comfortable and 5-star experience, and we take all reviews into consideration as they offer valuable insights for us to improve our service. However, we found some aspects of your review needing clarification, particularly regarding the scores for cleanliness, house rules, and communication. Firstly, as hosts, we prioritize maintaining a high standard of cleanliness for the comfort and safety of our guests. If you encountered any cleanliness-related issues, we would have appreciated specific feedback to help us address them effectively. About the house rules, we want to make sure that all our guests know about them before confirming their booking. The rules, including no covering of outdoor cameras and no smoking of cannabis, are intended to ensure the safety, privacy, and comfort of all our guests as well as the preservation of our property. We noticed during your stay that these specific rules were not followed. As hosts, we take these violations seriously, but in this case, we decided to extend grace and allow you to continue your stay. It was essential to address this with you as part of an open dialogue. On the topic of communication, we strive to be as communicative and responsive as possible to all our guests. During your stay, we maintained clear, timely, and above-and-beyond communication. If you experienced any shortcomings, we welcome your detailed feedback to help us improve. We value your opinion and are always open to constructive criticism. However, we also believe in a fair and balanced review process. We have contacted VRBO regarding this matter and provided them with our perspective and relevant evidence, as this review may not accurately represent your stay at our property. Despite these challenges, we are grateful for your visit and hope that your overall experience was positive. We would be happy to host you again in the future with a shared understanding and respect for our property rules. Best regards, Jake & Stay Haven Team

10/10 Excellent

elise w.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great
Great property, even better than the pictures.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome place
Great property. Had everything we needed. Will book again kn the future
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathaniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean, comfortable, modern, and well supplied.
This property was a great landing spot for our family as we traveled in the area. We really enjoyed the stay and would not hesitate to book again if the opportunity arose.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peggy G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent place to stay
This place was great! Very clean. The beds were comfortable, with quality pillows and bedding. The kitchen was appropriately furnished, including a Keurig machine. The neighborhood was nice and there was plenty of parking room in the driveway. Jake was quick to respond to any questions we had. On Saturday, we took our granddaughter to Jak's Warehouse Arcade for the afternoon and on Saturday evening we went to Mission:Escape and tried our hand at an Escape room for the first time. That was a lot of fun! I would definitely choose this place to stay if/when we need another getaway weekend!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Toinana A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely place; felt like home.
This rental is even cozier and more modern in person. There’s plenty of space and the place is fully stocked. From the kitchen having all the things we needed, to the host providing throws in every room and the modern appliances, this home made hosting New Year’s Eve for my family perfect. The hosts are gracious, prompt, communicative and accommodating. The only thing that could be improved is the shower pressure and tub drain. Otherwise, the place is perfect. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Decerrie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Annual Sisters Christmas Gift Exchange
We enjoyed the house as well as each other
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Caren I., Bowling Green,ky

Liked: Cleanliness
Girls Trip Oct 2022
We had a great experience in this house! One of the girls usually cleans once we arrive where we stay and she didn’t feel the “need” at this house! Close to the dunes and other fun activities. Felt like a safe neighborhood as well. We enjoyed the fire pit one evening as well. Will stay again if we are in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Ben M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Property
The house was very clean. It came well stocked. Manager was very quick to any questions. Highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kayley K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Property
Everything was wonderful at this property. Very nice & clean. Plenty of space for our whole family. And everything we needed in one location. Outdoor space was great and very useable. Great communication with propert owner.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022