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Constructed in the early twentieth century, the Long Lake Hotel was a popular summer destination situated on an island in Long Lake.

The Valparaiso and Northern Railway (V&N) was an electric interurban train line in Porter County that operated from 1910 to 1938, connecting Valparaiso to Chesterton by way of area lake resorts.

An interurban train station along the V&N was located about one block from the beach on the opposite shore from the Long Lake Hotel. Individuals arriving by the interurban rail line would walk to the beach and then take a boat or ferry across the lake to the hotel facilities.

History

Though it no longer stands, Miller’s Pavilion was once the lively heart of the Long Lake Hotel grounds—a bustling hub that housed a dance hall, grocery store, slot machines, and boat rentals. For years, it echoed with music, laughter, and the energy of summer days spent lakeside.

In 1942, a devastating tornado tore through the area, leaving the pavilion badly damaged and ultimately beyond repair. While the building is gone, its spirit lives on.

Today, you can enjoy our private beach on Long Lake—peacefully nestled on the very spot where Miller’s Pavilion once brought people together.

Miller's Pavilion

Thank you to the Porter County Museum for sharing the history of the Long Lake Hotel with us.

In its early days, the Long Lake Hotel was accessible only by ferry. Guests would board a small boat and glide across the lake, their excitement building as the shoreline disappeared behind them. Upon arrival, a large cast iron bell—still standing today—was rung to announce their entrance, echoing across the water and signaling their stay had officially begun. It was a charming tradition that set the tone for a memorable lakeside retreat.

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