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Cottage in Highland Park

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews

Re-imagined 1880s cottage by Highwood, Metra, Lake

Step inside Step back in time Cozy, 1880 built, re-imagined, ravine edged garden cottage Your home away from home. Escape the city and relax in our newly renovated historic cottage and gardens. Peaceful yet centrally located, vintage yet modern, Mere Cottage has so much to offer. Inside: You'll enjoy updated amenities in harmony with a distinctive vintage charm. The common area has an open layout, perfect for socializing. The kitchen and pantry (my favorite room!) are new from top to bottom and are fully stocked with any cooking gadgets you may need. Two bedrooms are joined by a Jack & Jill bathroom. The living room has a sofa that pulls out into full size bed. Outside: Jordan and I had fun redesigning the grounds from front to back. Enjoy the front garden from the rocking chair on our wrap around porch. Out back we've added a vegetable and perennial garden for you to take in. Dinner out on the back deck overlooking the garden is highly recommended! Guests have access to the entire home and grounds. Jordan and I live in the neighborhood and will be available if you need us! Our cottage is located in Highland Park, about 25 miles north of Chicago on Lake Michigan. We like to think we have the best of both worlds- being in a quiet residential neighborhood with walking access to numerous amenities right around the corner. We're a quick 5 minute walk to Highwood (the north shore’s restaurant district) and an 8 minute walk to the Metra train that can take you from Chicago to Kenosha and any place in between. We're also right on the North Shore bike path (bring your bikes!). Fort Sheridan is also close by and worth exploring for its interesting history, architecture, and nature trails. On foot: Many errands can be done on foot. We have some of the best restaurants and watering holes north of Chicago within walking distance. There is also a Walgreens convenience store 2 blocks away. By car: Getting around by car is also easy. Parking is readily available almost anywhere you'll visit. You can get to downtown Chicago in 30 minutes in ideal traffic. Train: The Metra (our train system) can also conveniently get you to and from various attractions including downtown Chicago (a scenic 45 minute ride), Ravinia music venue, the Chicago Botanic Gardens, Great Lakes Naval Base and many more. Bike: Pack your bikes! We're located on the north shore bike trail. Head north on the trail to check out the beautiful Fort Sheridan, Lake Forest, and quaint Lake Bluff. Head south to Ravinia, Chicago Botanic Garden, and numerous other beautiful villages along Lake Michigan. I bike often and will gladly point you to some great hidden gems! If you're flying into O'hare, we recommend taking an Uber to our cottage. We're about a 30 minute drive from the airport. Six Flags Great America is also a 25 minute drive away. Keep in mind that the bathroom is a Jack & Jill and is accessed from either bedroom. There is no access from the common area, so it could pose an issue at night when sleeping our max number of 6. Please keep things tidy and wash any dishes used during your stay. Out of respect for our neighbors (this home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood), no parties or large gatherings are allowed. No pets allowed.

May 6 – 13

R5,397 ZAR per night

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Home in Highland Park

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 109 reviews

Rejuvenate and Relax in the North Shore

Set in the midst of an affluent neighborhood, this spacious and sunny four bedroom retreat offers all the comforts of a home away from home. With it's perfect location close to Lake Michigan, Chicago Botanical Garden, Ravinia, Naval Base, and Six Flags Great America to name a few, our family home is within reach to Chicago as well. If you feel very adventurous, just leave your car in garage, pick up a bike and ride the Lake Shore Bike trail all the way to downtown Chicago, enjoying the beautiful scenery. If you feel less adventures but still would like to enjoy beautiful scenery, you can do it by taking a train. Metra can get you downtown Chicago in less than 45 min. and the stop is within walking distance.

Dec 17 – 24

R9,916 ZAR per night

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Loft in West Dundee

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 442 reviews

Hip Urban Loft - Small Town Charm - 124 LOFTS #2

Luxury one-bedroom loft in the heart of downtown Dundee. Newly renovated 125-year-old building with timber ceilings, exposed brick walls and beautifully restored hardwood floors. Tastefully decorated and features a king-size Beautyrest mattress, luxury bed linen, private bathroom, kitchenette with under counter refrigerator, Kuerig coffee maker and lightning fast Wi-Fi for streaming your favorite shows on the 60” LED smart TV. 124 LOFTS offers 4 separate luxury lofts. Loft 2 is our most spacious

Nov 30 – Dec 7

R2,772 ZAR per night

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Home in Highland Park

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 58 reviews

Charming Ranch-Style Cottage

Escape the hustle and bustle of the city in this relaxing, cozy, cottage that is a few blocks away from downtown Highland Park and Highwood, with great restaurants, bars and coffee shops. It is perfect for single travelers, couples, or a small family. We are grateful for the amazing Airbnb hosts across the globe, who opened their homes to us, and made our trips so memorable. So when we bought our own home, it was only right that we would return the favor and open our home to fellow adventurers

Mar 6 – 13

R3,207 ZAR per night

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Home in Beach Park

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews

B’s Farmhouse Cottage 2-bedroom duplex.

Experience the best of the midwest! Enjoy a newly remodeled "Magnolia Farm" inspired 2-bedroom duplex, all to yourself near everything you need. 50 Miles from Milwaukee, miles from Chicago, and 2 miles having your toes in the sand at Lake Michigan. We are minutes away from the Great Lakes Naval Station and the Cancer Treatment Center of America, Six Flags Great America, Gurnee Mills, and Great Wolf Lodge. Whatever brings you here make J&B's Farmhouse Cottage your home away from home today.

Jan 28 – Feb 4

R2,507 ZAR per night

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Apartment in Arlington Heights

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 114 reviews

Ideal Location in Awesome Heights

Near the heart of downtown Arlington Heights and convenient to O’Hare. You can settle in at this cozy basement apartment with a super comfortable queen bed and all the amenities you’d need. Whether your visit to AH is for business or pleasure, city or suburbs, we look forward to hosting you. The private apartment works great for guests with a car or using public transit. Easy access to Metra station, AH restaurants, Des Plaines Theater, NW Community Hospital & Schaumburg Convention Center.

May 4 – 11

R2,737 ZAR per night

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Apartment in Highland Park

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 122 reviews

Lovely studio near the beach! (and heated floors!)

Get away from the city to this studio in Highland Park. The newly renovated space has everything you need for a relaxing getaway—huge comfy couch, brand new bed with Brooklinen + Parachute bedding, pristine bathroom, and lots of amenities. Downtown Highland Park, Highwood, + the beach are just a walk away. There's access to grocery stores, restaurants, and shops, and you can retreat to the quiet of your studio when you're ready to unwind. Ps. For the winter months: We've got heated floors.

Nov 23 – 30

R3,884 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Riverwoods

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 300 reviews

Master qtr close to nature & easy urban facilities

This amazing prairie style home sits on 2 acre land surrounded by lush lawn and majestic oak trees - a nature lover's dream with unparalleled serenity. Vacation-like setting blends country-like quiet with nearby conveniences including shopping, trains, restaurants, highways, Ravinia (18 MINs drive). 5 MINs to I 294. 20 MINS to O'HARE; 5 Mins to Discover, Baxter; 10 MINs to Walgreens Deerfield campus, TRINITY INT'L UNIVERSITY; 15 MINS to Lake Forest Academy. 25 MINs to Great Lakes Navy Base.

May 10 – 17

R2,685 ZAR per night

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Guesthouse in Lake Forest

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 96 reviews

The Green Door - safe and calm with walkability

This charming guesthouse in Lake Forest is only steps away from beautiful Market Square — the historic retail center of the community. Inside it features loads of light, in-unit washer and dryer, a well-equipped kitchen and a professionally designed stylish and calming interior. Outside, it has a vintage (ie. older) porch/breezeway with classic outdoor games. Walk to two grocery stores, bars/restaurants and our historic train station that connects to Chicago and various corporate shuttles.

Mar 7 – 14

R1,886 ZAR per night

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Guest suite in Zion

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 138 reviews

Non-smoking, attached mother-in-law suite.

30 minutes away from the Naval Station 5 minutes away from the beach. 10 minutes to Wisconsin. 1 hour to O’Hare Airport and downtown Chicago. 1 hour to Milwaukee 25 minutes to Six Flags and Great Wolf Lodge. Safe and quiet neighborhood with plenty of wildlife right in the back yard. This Mother in Law suite has tons of natural light. For nature lover’s this unit is close to the beach and there are walking trails nearby. Small children maybe heard from 7AM to 7PM.

May 2 – 9

R1,546 ZAR per night

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Townhouse in Hoffman Estates

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 292 reviews

a SIMPLE place

Booking the entire house with 100% privacy. It has 2 driveway parking spaces and street parking. Garage may be available. CHECK-IN and OUT are flexible. I set checkout at 11am (text me if you need late checkout). The space is perfect for a family of 4. It is located about 20 minutes from O'Hare airport and 40 minutes from Chicago downtown. Infants and pets are welcome (please text me for over size pets or more than 2 pets) Play pan is available upon request.

Nov 27 – Dec 4

R1,865 ZAR per night

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Apartment in Winthrop Harbor

4.94 out of 5 average rating, 226 reviews

Love my guests! Homey Elegant & Lake Michigan!

Large, Cozy, suite w sweet kitchenette for “portable” meals; full-size refrigerator/ freezer; a writing desk for work. Many little ( in case you forgot) items to keep you comfy. This is a quiet town on the gorgeous Lake Michigan. Near: 6 Flags, Great Lakes Navy Base; Cancer Treatment Centers of America & the city Chicago via the Metra in town. Convenient & Quiet. I have 3 dogs. They are kind, outgoing and will want to meet you.

Sep 22 – 29

R1,675 ZAR per night