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Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago.

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Interior
Bathroom
Bathroom
Bathroom

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8232.3 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Brookfield, IL
  • Place, Brookfield Zoo
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Kiwanis Park
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Galloping Ghost
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago.

Welcome to Zoo Holiday Retreat
Relax and unwind in our quiet, comfortable 4-bedroom home — perfect for families or groups. The house features two full bathrooms, including a brand-new first-floor bath, and a newly renovated kitchen. The kitchen is stocked with everything you need to cook comfortably. It features brand-new appliances, including a Keurig coffee maker, a Hamilton Beach kettle (perfect for tea or pour-over coffee), a microwave, and an air fryer toaster oven combo.

The home includes four comfortable bedrooms and sleeps 8: two private rooms each with a queen bed, one room with two full beds, and one bedroom with a bunk bed — perfect for kids or additional guests. Please note that the upstairs bedrooms with the two full beds and bunk bed has a doorway with a curtain separating the sleeping areas.

For guests traveling with young children, we’re happy to provide baby accessories such as a playpen, high chair, and more upon request.

Step outside to a fully fenced yard with a patio, grill, and outdoor seating — ideal for relaxing after a day of exploring.

Located just half a block from the forest preserve and the Brookfield Zoo property, you’ll have easy access to Salt Creek for canoeing and kayaking. A few blocks away, a paved trail runs alongside the creek and connects to several scenic forest preserves — perfect for biking, walking, or jogging.

Getting into Chicago is simple: the Metra (Burlington Northern line) is less than a mile away and takes you downtown in about 20 minutes. Prefer the “L”? A quick 10-minute drive gets you to the Des Plaines Blue Line station for easy city access. House is uniquely positioned 15 minutes from Midway and 25 minutes from O"Hare Airport.

When you're ready to dine out, downtown Brookfield is less than a mile away and offers a great mix of bars and family-friendly restaurants- and there’s a martini bar just two blocks away from the house. Nearby La Grange also boasts a vibrant dining and shopping scene.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

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
Long-term renters welcome
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Brookfield

Brookfield is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Grant Park and Millennium Park, while Chicago Theatre and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights. Travelling with kids? Make time for Field Museum of Natural History, or head to an event or a match at United Center. Rafting offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking, cycling and hiking nearby.
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Brookfield, IL

What's nearby

  • Brookfield Zoo - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Kiwanis Park - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Salt Creek Trail - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Galloping Ghost - 4 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Riverside Golf Club - 4 min drive - 2.9 km

Getting around

  • Brookfield Station - 3 min drive
  • Forest Park Transit Center - 9 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Off Broadway Pub - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Cordial Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Mother's Day Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪BZ Red Hots - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Paisans Pizzeria - ‬20 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago.?

As of 7 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago. on 28 June 2026 start from NZ$684, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Zoo Holiday Retreat beautiful home with parking, near train into Chicago. located?

Located in Brookfield, this family-friendly holiday home is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Loyola University Medical Center, and within 9 mi (15 km) of Oakbrook Center Mall and Yorktown Shopping Center. Anna and Frederick Douglass Park and Ernest Hemingway Museum and House are also within 9 miles (15 km). Brookfield Station is 20 minutes by foot and Brookfield Hollywood Station is 26 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Kathleen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and plenty of room for the whole family!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 31 August 2025
Glad your family had a great weekend! You are welcome to come back again! We are upgrading the porch to a game room so there will be more for the kids/adults next time. We added foosball this week.
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10/10 Excellent

Michael K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was great about our stay! We spent the day with our kids and grandkids at Brookfield Zoo - and it was nice to have a clean, inviting place to crash for the night - plenty of room - comfy beds for all - remodeled bathrooms - quiet stay! We would stay there again without hesitation!
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Dana M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice, cozy home in a cute neighborhood. Owner communicated well. Close to the zoo and restaurants. Everyone had a good stay.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house exceeded our expectations! Great condition with excellent furniture and appliances. Very spacious and well laid-out. So much of the house has been renovated, including a beautiful bathroom on the main floor. They even had toy trucks that our 2-year-old grandchild enjoyed playing with. Plus excellent communication from host. We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 30 December 2025
Thanks Daniel! Glad you enjoyed your stay! We would love to have you back.
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10/10 Excellent

Rachel W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location, right by the zoo, the place is well stocked and clean, in a nice neighborhood. Close to attractions and easy to go to other western suburbs of Chicago. Has everything we needed :). The host was great with communicating and was able to allow us to borrow a pack n play as well. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 August 2025
You are welcome to visit again! Glad you enjoyed your stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable stay outside Chicago

We had a comfortable two-night stay in this house outside Chicago next to the Brookfield Zoo. We spent most of our time in Chicago visiting sites, taking tours, shopping, and visiting museums. We came to this house in the evening and had plenty of room to relax in the living room watching TV and playing some games on the Nintendo Switch we brought along. The dining room table is large and seated everyone and another large table in the kitchen was used for breakfast.We spread out into all four bedrooms (7 people total in my family, 6 adult-size and one child-size) and were comfortable. We appreciated the washer dryer in the basement to get some clean clothes. We didn't do any cooking during our stay but the kitchen had available pots and pans.Overall it was a good stay. The host was very responsive to questions and helpful before and during our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

About the host

Hosted by Christopher Janetopoulos

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Our family grew up in this house, and several of us still live nearby. It's a very safe and welcoming neighborhood, with a beautiful forest preserve just a few hundred feet away—a place we loved exploring as kids. Taking the train is the easiest way to get downtown, and we highly recommend it. Nearby downtown Brookfield also has several family-friendly restaurants and bars where we often spend time.

Why they chose this property

We chose this location because it’s truly fantastic—you’re close to everything. The layout of the city makes it difficult for cars to pass straight through town, which helps keep traffic light and the neighborhood peaceful.

What makes this property unique

Our place stands out for its modern amenities and natural surroundings. The kitchen and bathrooms are beautifully updated—especially the brand-new first-floor bathroom with a double vanity. The fenced-in yard is perfect for young kids to play safely. For those who enjoy the outdoors, the nearby forest preserve offers paved bike trails, wooded paths to explore, and even spots where you can launch kayaks or canoes.

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