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

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Interior
The Coach House, a historic gem built in 1914, offers a charming retreat with its living room/dining room and full kitchen. The beautiful Manor House and gardens can be rented for private parties or small gatherings.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 384 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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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.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers
  • Beach towels

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • 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
  • In-room accessibility
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoke-free property

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 organised tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 900 square feet
  • Vegan dining options
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Vegetarian dining options

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Policies

Check-in

Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

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

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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 any lifts

About the area

Map
Evanston, IL

What's nearby

  • Dawes Park - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Greenwood Street Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • FEW Spirits - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Halim Time & Glass Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
  • Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Main Street Metro Station - 13 min walk
  • Evanston Main Street Station - 14 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare International 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

Frequently asked questions

Is Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU!?

On-site parking is available at the property.

Where is Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! located?

Located in South Evanston, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Northwestern University. Loyola University Chicago is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. Main Street Metro Station is 13 minutes by foot and Dempster Station is 15 minutes.

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