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Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU!

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Evanston

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3900 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Evanston, IL
  • Place, Dawes Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Halim Time & Glass Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪27 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Evanston

South Evanston stay.With a stay at this South Evanston vacation home, you'll be within half a mile (1 km) of Lake Michigan and 3 miles (5 km) of Northwestern University. Also, Loyola University Chicago is within 3 miles (5 km) and Baha'i House of Worship is within 6 miles (10 km).
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What's nearby

  • Dawes Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Greenwood Street Beach - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Evanston History Center - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
  • Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 1.6 miles

Getting around

  • Main Street Metro Station - 13 min walk
  • Evanston Main Street Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 42 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pour - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hoosier Mama Pie Company / Dollop Coffee & Tea - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sher-Main Grill - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sketchbook Brewing Co. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Reprise Coffee Roasters - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU!

The Coach House is situated above the garage of a beautiful historic Manor House built in 1914 and designed by famed architect Earnest Mayo. The entire house and coach house was restored to its original splendor and has since won several awards and been seen on TV and in movies. The house is both a National and Evanston landmark and is situated in the Lakeshore Historic District. The coach house includes a living room/dining room, one bedroom, a bathroom and a full kitchen.
There is also a single bedroom on the second floor of the main house that can be used for an extra guest. Please inquire regarding fees.
The house and gardens can also be rented for private parties and small gatherings. Please inquire for details and pricing. Additional documentation in the form of an agreement regarding pricing and rules for use of the space will require signature, if interested.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycles
  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally-sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Bicycles
  • Cleaning products are eco-friendly
  • Composting
  • Comprehensive recycling policy
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 900 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Check-in: 3-5PM with the host (no lockbox)
We try to accommodate early and late check-in however, advance notice with approval is required.
Please see our rental agreement for a complete list of our house rules. Thank you!

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number VRL-1046

Frequently asked questions

How close is Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! to the airport?

This vacation home is 17 mi (42-min drive) away from the Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! to the beach?

This vacation home is 5.7 mi (21-min drive) from Montrose Beach and 10.2 mi (27-min drive) from North Avenue Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU!?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Bally's Casino Chicago (15-min drive) and Rivers Casino (20-min drive) are nearby.

Is there free parking at Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU!?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! have a spa?

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

How close is Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! to downtown Evanston?

This vacation home is 1 mi away from Evanston.