Family-friendly vacation rentals in Forest Park

City-Accessible Basement Retreat

Discover a perfect mix of small-town charm and city life in this cozy basement unit. Situated just a 7-minute walk from the train station, downtown Chicago is easily accessible for work/leisure. The neighborhood is a treasure trove of local restaurants, bars, and stores, ensuring you're never far from what you need. A convenient gas station/store is right behind your home for quick needs. Ideal for a simple, connected lifestyle with the city’s pulse at your doorstep. Your urban retreat awaits!

Sunny 1 bedroom apartment 1 block from restaurants

This sunny second floor apartment perched in an 1890’s farmhouse offers traditional charm with many contemporary touches. It showcases a variety of original art. Located on a quiet street but just steps away from restaurants, bars and shops, off-street parking is included. Two nearby trains provide easy access to downtown Chicago and O’Hare Airport. An enclosed porch directly off the kitchen overlooks a beautiful prairie garden. You can relax on the backyard patio with gas grill and fire pit.

The Belvidere

Charm abounds in this perfectly situated 2nd floor unit, steps to downtown Forest Park and Oak Park, where you will find shops, restaurants, grocery, cafes, parks, and more right at your fingertips! Walk to Metra, Green, or Blue Line El stop to take train into Chicago (20-30 minute train ride) . Enclosed front porch greets you as you enter the 2-flat and a beautiful vintage staircase leads up to the flat. Guests have described feeling immediately at home as they step into this sunlit space.

Home in Forest Park downstairs.

Enjoy a private ground floor apartment which is centrally-located with easy access , to the city. You will have a functional kitchen, laundry facility outside your back door and fast internet. Forest Park is located about 20 minutes from downtown Chicago and about 30 minutes from O’Hara international airport. You are within walking distance of many boutiques, restaurants, parks and also public transportation. Please make a note that there will be a $30 per guest fee if more than four.

Walkable, Near Chicago, Sleeps 4, Free Parking

Our Oak Park, recently remodeled garden unit is 3 blocks to the train with free parking in upscale, safe, walkable Oak Park. Enjoy some time in our little urban farm. Check out the gardens and visit our 6 friendly hens. This non-smoking studio with a kitchenette is perfect for tourists, families, or business travelers. We require no check-out chores. Easy highway and airport access. No parties, 4 guests max. Booking age, 25 or at least one 5 ⭐️ review. Visit profile for more units.

Mid-Century Charm. Near Chicago. Low Cleaning Fee!

Step back in time a bit with our charming 2nd floor walk-up in a quiet, safe suburb. Parking included on-site. Vintage, welcoming vibe. We're a 20-30 minute drive to downtown Chicago (depending on traffic). The unit is on the 2nd Floor and is separate from the rest of the house (we live on the 1st floor). 1 Dedicated Guest Parking spot (included). Additional Free Parking is available. Great wifi. 3-season back porch. Record Player (Real Vinyl!)

2BR Downtown Forest Park • 30+ Night Stays Welcome

Ideal for travel professionals or those in transition, this furnished 2BR apartment in downtown Forest Park is perfect for 30+ night stays (max 6 months). Bedrooms include one queen and full-size beds; one is compact and no closet—best for light travelers. Includes private entrance, full kitchen, smart TV, WiFi, shower/tub, towels, and living/dining area. Walk to shops and transit. All utilities included.

Walk to Oak Park from a Cozy, Sun-soaked Hideaway

This is a bright and comfortable apartment that has been fully updated, but still has the historic charm of an older house (early 1900s). With an updated kitchen you have everything you need to fix a good meal or you can choose to eat out at one of the many restaurants and bars/brew pubs within close proximity. The bedrooms are large and on opposite ends of the apartment, which is great for privacy.

Like a Treehouse!

If you're coming to Illinois for any medical procedure that's no longer available in your home state, reach out to us about discounts. You'll feel like you're in a tree house in our 850 sq ft coach house, above our workshop/garage, behind our home in historic Forest Park, right next to Oak Park. Just 8 miles west of Downtown Chicago, convenient to I-290 and the Blue Line train.