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

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Property grounds
1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 384 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

Map
Evanston, IL
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum
    3 min drive
  • Papa Bop
    7 min walk
  • Main Street Metro Station
    13 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    42 min drive

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About the area

Evanston

With a stay at this vacation home in Evanston (South Evanston), you'll be a 3-minute walk from Lake Michigan and within a 5-minute drive of Northwestern University. .This vacation home is 7.3 mi (11.7 km) from Wrigley Field and 10.4 mi (16.7 km) from Michigan Avenue.
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What's nearby

  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 3 min drive
  • Northwestern University - 3 min drive
  • Loyola University Chicago - 4 min drive
  • Aragon Ballroom - 8 min drive
  • Wrigley Field - 10 min drive

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

  • ‪Firehouse Grill - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Sketchbook Brewing Co. - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Todoroki - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Dollop Coffee + Hoosier Mama Pie - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Shang Noodle & Chinese - ‬19 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.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private patio. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Janet Kohl

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach
  • Beach sunloungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massages

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Spices
  • Blender
  • Toaster
  • Lobster/crab pot

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bath or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Hairdryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have any 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 stairwells
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lifts
  • Step-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

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

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Boating on site
  • Kayaking on site
  • Cycling on site
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Parasailing nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Theme parks nearby
  • Sledging nearby

Safety features

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

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • At least 80% of food locally sourced
  • At least 80% organic food
  • Composting
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 900 sq ft (84 sq m)

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Property Registration Number VRL-1046

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful!
Beautiful! Feels like Home Away From Home!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mary H., Salem

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Heather M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely accommodations!
Beautiful, spacious, light-filled carraige house in a gorgeous historical neighborhood. Close to beach, shops, cafes. Janet was very accommodating and very hospitable. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location in Evanston near NU
We came back to Chicago for a frineds wedding and wanted to stay near NU so we could go visit the campus after having a child that attended there. The ability to have beach passes and bicycles for use made the visit easy to get around since we didn't rent a car. The bed was exceptionally comfortable the the bedroom and living space are large. It was a really peacefull place to stay. Thank you for your ease with everything!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula H.

Liked: Cleanliness
amazing generosity from property manager
It is in a wonderful location close to walking to the beautiful Lake Michigan. The property is lovely to stay in. The property manager allows use of bicycles and hanging out outside in a back garden. Very friendly and generous.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tom A., Bellevue, Washington USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Evanston coach house
Nice property. Very quiet area. Property manager very helpful. Will stay there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rona W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A gem near Lake Michigan
A perfect, quiet, but centrally-located destination on the North Shore in Evanston, there's nothing but good about this historic coach house a block from Lake Michigan. The apartment is beautifully furnished, and full of light and charm. Comfortable room sizes, and lots of closets. Easy to access and very private and quiet. A nice roomy kitchen, with a pleasant dining area. Could not ask for a better getaway locale in Evanston. Will definitely be back soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

maury f.

Liked: Cleanliness
a sweet home away from home steps from the lakeshore…
We travel extensively and utilize VRBO frequently. This Coach House lives up to the listing and photos! Janet is a joy to work with and I will be back whenever the CH is available! Gracias!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

meg s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Property
Clean and fresh. This is a nicely decorated, well appointed and spacious rental. Communication with the gracious host was easy and cordial. The historical district is just beautiful; a great location to enjoy the lakeshore beach and parks.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kate H., Washington, DC

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice!
Lovely space decorated by Janet. Janet has lots of information for enjoying the neighborhood. One clarification is that the VRBO listing is does not contain some key information about accommodating a third guest. Janet does cover this in the house rules which are attached as documents to email messages through the VRBO app. Thanks again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Seth M., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely and relaxing
Beautiful old neighborhood near lake and beach. Good restaurants a 15 minute walk away. Spacious cottage, very quiet, well equipped and decorated. Only thing we didn't care for was the original Clawfoot tub/shower which was small and very awkward to use and get out of - no grab bar and a step down to the floor. Super deluxe bed. Overall a great place !
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Enjoyed our stay
Enjoyed our stay on property while dropping our new Northwestern student off to school. Appreciated Janet's personal touches, meeting us upon arrival, and getting us setup for our daughter to stay the first night before we checked her into her dorm. She even ran out to get an extra air mattress to ensure her comfort. Janet is also very knowledgeable about Evanston and answered all of our questions. Overall, the unit is comfortable and clean, in a spectacular neighborhood by the lake with easy parking and easy in and out if you plan to be on the run like we were. Thanks Janet!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Evanston Coach House
Great location. Nicely set up. Highly recommend
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Spacious, sunny apartment in great location!
This beautifully appointed coach house was the perfect place for a weekend getaway. It was spotless and had everything that we needed. We only wished that we had more time to spend on the beach (only a block away) and ride the bicycles that were provided. It was an easy walk to coffee, restaurants, and downtown Evanston. Finally, Janet was an excellent host and available if we needed her.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

kudo t.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Stay In Great Area
I stayed here for a few days while visiting family in Evanston. Janet was very communicative and helpful in all facets of my stay. The location is great and the place was just as advertised.Very clean and comfortable. The plumbing was a bit old / inconvenient but easily managable. i am very tall so had a bit of trouble with shower being a tub with curtain. But overall recommend as a great place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Olivia G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Evanston Carriage House
Very comfortable, adorable carriage house. Immaculately clean, spacious, bright. Convenient to multiple restaurants/ coffee places, two blocks from short trail near the water (though was rainy/snowing and cold during my visit). Wish I had rented a car given ample parking and cold weather during my visit. I was a little caught off-guard during my check in process- Janet means business about the time of your arrival- my flight was delayed by an hour, and although I arrived in the listed 3-5 PM check-in window it was about an hour later than I expected- I did not realize Janet would inconvenience herself to welcome me to the carriage house. Janet also requested my driver's license and credit card as a deposit, which also caught me slightly by surprise. I respect this is her home not mine, but a warning about that aspect would have been helpful for me.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Elisabeth K., Shoreline WA

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful Retreat
What a lovely unit in a lovely location. We were in town for a NU reunion and this place was a wonderful retreat for our weekend. The place was quiet, comfortable, and convenient.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alejandra H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful location in Evanston.
Great space to stay and owner is very friendly and helpful!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Denise S., Iowa

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Evanston Getaway
What can I say about the Carriage House and Janet except that they are both great! First the location. The Carriage House is located a block away from the lake and beach, and is an easy walking distance to shopping and lots of restaurants. We visited to attend a Cubs game, and access to the EL was very easy. Janet - She was fantastic from the time we booked the Carriage House until we left. From providing timely directions to her beautiful property, to a guided tour of the property, to a personalized Cubbie's welcome, she didn't miss one single detail. This property is as described on VRBO. You won't go wrong by staying here. We can't wait to return!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

susan k.

Liked: Cleanliness
Evanston
The 3 days we stayed worked for us. We were not there much, sleeping mostly. Would have liked window covering in the bathroom. Only window coverings were sheers in the bedroom. Claw foot tub was okay, but no where to put your soap, shampoo or conditioner. Perhaps something hanging or small table for these items? Also I didn't realize there was no toaster. My mistake but think that should be added as most units have one. I think it was over priced for what it was, but location was what we were there for.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

caroline m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Un endroit de rêve à deux pas de la plage
Nous avons adoré, tout était parfait, j’y retournerai sans hésitation!!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024