Vacation rentals with outdoor seating in River Forest

Walk to Oak Park from a Bright Madison Street Loft

Crowned "The best in neighborhood dining" according to a 2008 Chicago Tribune readers poll, the variety of Forest Park restaurants offer something for everyone. The unit is a charming two bedroom, two bath loft a stone’s throw from historic Oak Park and just three blocks from the CTA Blue Line making downtown Chicago a 20 minute train ride away. The condo includes additional amenities such as: - Elevator in building •Secure front and back entrances. •One assigned parking spot in the back of the building. •Full kitchen with stainless steel appliances (stove, dishwasher, refrigerator), cookware, and dinnerware. •Granite countertops. •Two full bathrooms. The master bathroom includes a Jacuzzi tub. •Two full bedrooms. Both have queen sized beds. •Smart TV with cable access and access to Netflix. •Central Air conditioning •Working fireplace •Balcony with a view of downtown Chicago's skyline •Washer and dryer in unit. Just to the east lies historic Oak Park, which offers an array of attractions such as: •Brookfield Zoo •Chicago Architecture Foundation •Ernest Hemmingway Museum and Birthplace •Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio •Frank Llyod Wright’s Unity Temple •Oak Park Conservatory After soaking up some attractions in Oak Park, Chicago is only a short twenty minute train ride away, and it offers such noteworthy experiences as: •Shedd Aquarium •Architecture River Cruise •Skydeck Chicago •Navy Pier •The Field Museum •John Hancock Observatory •Adler Planetarium •Art Institute of Chicago •The Museum of Science and Industry The loft and both doors to our building have key-less entry pads. We will email you your personal entry code along with check in instructions a couple days before your arrival. Each guest is given their own personal code. Codes are programmed the day of check in and deleted shortly after check out. We are as available as you need. Centrally positioned in the Madison Street shopping and dining district, the loft is conveniently surrounded by local eateries and pubs within minutes of downtown Chicago and the United Center, and just blocks from the CTA blue line. We are located half a mile from the L - Blue Line. We are the Forest Park Stop on the blue line. The blue line will take you into the city. It is about an 8 to 10 minute walk from the loft. An Uber/Lyft ride into the city ranges from $15 to $25 and takes around 15 to 20 minutes. We are one mile from the Metra train line (Union Pacific - West). The Metra dead ends into Union Station. There are a number of Metra lines that take you to surrounding suburbs. We are also one mile from the Green Line - Oak Park Stop. The Green Line is another line on the L. The third bed is a queen sleeper sofa. There is a strict no smoking policy in our building. You can not smoke on the balcony - it will result in a $500 fine. The neighborhood is vibrant in the summer and sound can travel into the unit.

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.

Walking Distance to Everything.

The Green Line CTA "L" train is only 3 blocks away and departs every 10 minutes. Metra shares a station and departs once an hour. Freight trains also pass by. You will hear these trains train throughout the night. Most people are not disturbed by this sound. If you are a light sleeper I recommend earplugs for sleeping. Taxi from the Airport, around $80. Neighborhood parking is limited. If you have a vehicle please read parking instructions. Free for the first 3 nights then $7 a night.

Circle Back Modern Apartment

Sit on your leafy private patio and enjoy your coffee before heading out to the city- or wind down at the end of the day with a cold beer. Steps to coffee shops, neighborhood pubs, and the Blue Line train this beautifully updated and decorated apartment is the perfect landing pad for your Chicago adventure. FREE off-street parking, free in-unit laundry, a cute coffee station- basically every amenity we could think of! This will be the place you want to stay every time you visit Chicago.

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.

The Green Bungalow: Charming 1-BR apt. with patio

Situated in a residential neighborhood just outside the city limits, this lovely 2nd floor apartment is blocks from the Blue Line train and highway. Our newly renovated vintage unit has a full kitchen, hardwood floors, plenty of natural light, a backyard patio and its own private entrance. Our bungalow is walking distance to cafes, restaurants, shopping, music and nightlife. Enjoy the charm of the suburbs while having easy access to all the attractions Chicago's downtown has to offer.

Cheerful Haus - Oak Park Area-Parking Public Trans

A free-standing single-family house on a cobblestone street. Spacious, safe, fully equipped, private & very comfy! The decor is retro cozy. Built-in 1895, it has modern amenities and but does not sacrifice turn-of-the-century charm. 2 large bedrooms with queen beds + 2 baths. Terrific deck, backyard with lawn furniture. Get to Chicago Loop in 20 mins - close to the blue and green line and Loyola hospital is just 5 mins. Forest Park borders both Oak Park and River Forest.

Entire upstairs in Arts and Crafts Oak Park home

You have the use of the entire upstairs (with a separate, lockable private entrance). With two bedrooms, bathroom and a common area with a futon, fridge, microwave, coffee maker and kettle, it is flexible for individuals or small groups of no more than 4 people. Free overnight parking. We're a quick walk to the CTA Blue line, coffee shops and restaurants, parks, musical venues, the Oak Park Arts District, and a quick drive to downtown. Our home is cozy, in a friendly neighborhood.

Downtown Oak Park - Luxury 3 bed 3.5 bath Townhome

Entire townhome located in charming downtown Oak Park. Luxury accommodations. Free Parking. Dog friendly. Highly-walkable area. Attached two-car garage. Chicago's El and Metra train stops a short 2-block walk. Both trains bring you to the heart of downtown with the El extending into many Chicago neighborhoods. Shopping, restaurants, Target, Trader Joe's and Frank Lloyd Wright homes within walking distance. TVs logged into Hulu, Disney +, ESPN, Netflix and HBO Max.

Cozy guest studio, great for couples!

This unique place has a style all its own. Enjoy this beautiful, cozy guest studio with modern touches and well furnished living area, small kitchenette with mini fridge and microwave to reheat a quick bite before heading to the city, full bathroom with rainfall shower and handheld sprayer to help you relax after a long day. Flat screen TV with Xfinity streaming device so you can connect your accounts and enjoy your favorite shows and movies for a quiet stay in.

Peaceful Oak Park Condo Next to Green Line Metro

Very private, quiet space amidst the activity of Downtown Oak Park. The layout of the space is ideal, as bedrooms are at one end, and the living space is at the other. Private outdoor deck. Oak Park is a beautiful neighborhood full of great places to eat, drink, and shop. Metro and Green line is steps away which means access to anywhere in the city of Chicago. Private parking too!

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.