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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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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 383.6 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Evanston, IL
- Place, Northwestern University5 min drive
- Place, Loyola University Chicago5 min drive
- Place, Wrigley Field13 min drive
- Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)26 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 3)
Air Mattress
1 Single Bed
Main Bedroom
1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Main Bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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.
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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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Minimum age to rent: 25
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
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
Property Registration Number VRL-1046
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Evanston
Located in South Evanston, a neighbourhood in Evanston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. Chicago Theatre and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Check out an event or a game at Wrigley Field, and consider making time for Field Museum of Natural History, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Evanston, IL
What's nearby
- Halim Time & Glass Museum - 2 min drive - 1.5 km
- Northwestern University - 5 min drive - 3.2 km
- Loyola University Chicago - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Baha'i House of Worship - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
- Wrigley Field - 13 min drive - 11.5 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Pour - 13 min walk
- Hoosier Mama Pie Company / Dollop Coffee & Tea - 14 min walk
- Sketchbook Brewing Co. - 13 min walk
- Sher-Main Grill - 15 min walk
- Starbucks - 11 min walk
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Janet Kohl
Hi, I'm Janet! I'm, a real estate agent and developer with 20+ years of experience flipping houses and I hold awards in both restoration and design. I'm driven by a single goal: to help people who've struggled with difficult challenges in life start over. After going through the highest of highs as a successful real estate developer to the lowest of lows as the market and my marriage both crashed, I discovered what it takes to rebuild your life and become truly happy and passionate about life. Now that I'm back in the game, my mission is to help others create a home and a life they love! I look forward to meeting you and hearing about your adventures and passions and I hope you love my home as much as I do! XOXO
Why they chose this property
I bought this house when I was 29 and spent 12 years meticulously restoring it back to its original splendor. When I bought it was totally uninhabitable! The roof leaked, there were holes through the ballroom floors and none of the bathrooms worked. However, all of the original features were intact such as the bathrooms with original subway tile, claw foot tubs and a full body spray shower in the master bathroom. Most of the light fixtures were intact as well as the original ice box in the kitchen. I kept everything and restored all that was damaged. The leaky slate roof was repaired, all the brick was tuck pointed, all the paint was stripped (both inside and out), plaster repaired, floors refinished and all new plumbing and electric was put in. I designed a retro kitchen with all the modern amenities to look as close to original as possible but hiding the refrigerator and dish washer behind cabinet panels. The house is decorated with a mix of antiques and contemporary furniture and a vast art collection. It really was a labor of love. The house is a National Landmark and was voted an Evanston Landmark, too. It is probably the most authentically original house in Evanston as I have all the original features intact, including bathrooms. The house has been used for a designer show house and been featured on TV and in movies. The best part is the wonderful historic neighborhood, one block to the lakefront and beaches.
What makes this property unique
The Coach House occupies the entire space above the garage, which includes 1 bedroom, a bathroom, full kitchen and living room/dining room. There is an additional bedroom on the second floor of the main house that can be included with an extra rental fee.
There is a separate entrance and guests take the staircase to the second floor living space. The Coach House is totally private and the host does not use nor access this space while you are a guest.
Bicycles (two adult, and a Tandem) and (2) beach passes are available for your enjoyment.
Guests can use parts of the house or garden for small events or private get togethers. For instance, enjoy high tea, cocktails or wine and cheese on the outside terrace or have a private dinner catered in the grand dining room. Gardens can be used for anything from a formal wedding to a casual barbecue. Please inquire for rates and options available.
*There is no access to the main house, unless it has been rented separately for an event or added experience.
There is a separate entrance and guests take the staircase to the second floor living space. The Coach House is totally private and the host does not use nor access this space while you are a guest.
Bicycles (two adult, and a Tandem) and (2) beach passes are available for your enjoyment.
Guests can use parts of the house or garden for small events or private get togethers. For instance, enjoy high tea, cocktails or wine and cheese on the outside terrace or have a private dinner catered in the grand dining room. Gardens can be used for anything from a formal wedding to a casual barbecue. Please inquire for rates and options available.
*There is no access to the main house, unless it has been rented separately for an event or added experience.
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