Holiday rentals with outdoor seating in River Forest

Walk to Oak Park from Our Sunny Turn of the Century Apt

Soak up the vintage charm of this apartment dating back to 1908. This newly remodeled space is an elegant retreat, featuring 10-foot ceilings, local art treasures, and plush linens. A relaxing outdoor lounge area awaits after a busy day exploring. Pets are welcome on a case by case basis (contact host). The space is a charming two bedroom, one bathroom first-floor unit in a two unit historic home built in 1908. The apartment combines historic details with modern conveniences such as central heat and air, a dishwasher and washing machine and dryer access. The Monroe House is a stone’s throw from historic Oak Park and just three blocks from the CTA Blue Line making downtown Chicago a 25 minute train ride away. The condo includes additional amenities such as: •Smart TV for watching any account may you have (Netflix, Hulu etc...) •Central Air conditioning •Front and back porches for your enjoyment •Washer and dryer on site Just to the east lies historic Oak Park, and an array of attractions such as: •Brookfield Zoo •Chicago Architecture Foundation •Ernest Hemmingway Museum and Birthplace •Frank Lloyd Wright Home and Studio •Frank Llyod Wright’s Unity Temple •Oak Park Conservatory After taking in the local attractions, Chicago is only a train ride away, and it offers such noteworthy experiences as: •Shedd Aquarium •Architecture River Cruise •Skydeck Chicago •Navy Pier •The Field Museum •John Hancock Observatory •Adler Planetarium •Art Institute of Chicago •The Museum of Science and Industry You will have access to the entire unit and the basement so you can use the washing machine and dryer. We also have a back patio with a chiminea, patio table that seats 6, and a grill/smoker. You are welcome to use the backyard at anytime during your stay. We live in the top unit and are as available as you need. That being said, we very much respect your privacy and will not be checking in with you in person unless you request it. It is located in the Madison district, with acclaimed restaurants, pubs, and unique boutiques. Downtown Chicago is a 25-minute train ride away. The local brewery across the street offers delicious beers and creative meals for the whole family. We have a parking pad located behind our building. You can fit two cars on your side of the parking pad if they are parked in tandem. Some street parking is also available. We are located .4 miles from the CTA Blue Line train - Forest Park Stop. It is about a 6 - 10 minute walk from the flat. You can also take an Uber/Lyft into the city. It is about a 15 - 25 minute ride and it costs between $15 and $25. We are located about one mile from the Metra Station (Union Pacific West) and CTA Green Line - Oak Park Stop. Third bed is a queen sleeper sofa. We provide sheets and blankets for the sleeper sofa. You can smoke in the backyard. An ashtray is provided.

Sunny 1 bedroom apartment 1 block from restaurants

This sunny second floor apartment perched in an 1890’s farmhouse offers traditional charm with many contemporary touches. It showcases a variety of original art. Located on a quiet street but just steps away from restaurants, bars and shops, off-street parking is included. Two nearby trains provide easy access to downtown Chicago and O’Hare Airport. An enclosed porch directly off the kitchen overlooks a beautiful prairie garden. You can relax on the backyard patio with gas grill and fire pit.

Large Renovated 1st FL Suite Forest Park/Oak Park

This newly renovated cozy private 1st-floor apartment in the heart of Forest Park is thoroughly cleaned and sanitized before each stay. It’s just steps away from Madison Street, where you’ll find coffee shops, restaurants, and shopping. You’re also close to downtown Oak Park, a quick walk away. Conveniently located, it’s just 15 min to downtown Chicago and O’Hare, with easy transportation options. This spacious place is perfect for couples, business travelers, solo guests, and families.

Circle Back Modern Apartment

Sit on your leafy private patio and enjoy your coffee before heading out to the city- or wind down at the end of the day with a cold beer. Steps to coffee shops, neighborhood pubs, and the Blue Line train this beautifully updated and decorated apartment is the perfect landing pad for your Chicago adventure. FREE off-street parking, free in-unit laundry, a cute coffee station- basically every amenity we could think of! This will be the place you want to stay every time you visit Chicago.

Studio Apartment in Oak Park

Nestled in Oak Park's historic district, this charming studio apartment is within walking distance of cafes, shops, restaurants, a movie theater, and the CTA/Metra for city and suburban excursions. Featuring a comfortable queen-sized bed, a newly updated full bathroom, and a kitchenette, it sits mere steps from Ernest Hemingway's childhood home and a few blocks from Frank Lloyd Wright's residence and studio. Enjoy the serenity of this historic home and its hidden garden oasis.

Home in Forest Park Upstairs.

In this cozy apartment you will have a functional kitchen, in unit laundry, fast WiFi connection and access to a back yard.. The property is located 30 minutes from O'Hara International Airport, 20 minutes from Downtown Chicago via I-290, and 40 minutes away from Midway Airport. Forest Park is a very safe, vibrant and diverse suburb of Chicago. You will be within walking distance of many different restaurants, boutiques, bars, parks, and public transit.

Sunny Coach House in Historic Oak Park

This bright, cozy coach house is your ideal base in Oak Park. It was originally the coachman's quarters behind a 1909 Prairie-style house, now converted into guest lodging with all the modern amenities above a detached garage. The coach house is at the end of a long driveway (free parking included!) on a quiet street, in the heart of the Frank Lloyd Wright district, a short walk from trains to downtown Chicago.

Modern Boho house in Lombard 7 min to Metra

Kick back and relax in this calm, stylish space. Visiting family in Chicagoland area? Traveling for work? Lombard is centrally located 30 min to everywhere! The house is only 6 min to Oakbrook Shopping and Business Center and upscale shopping and fabulous restaurants like RH with rooftop restaurant, 8 min to Yorktown Shopping Center. Whatever your travel purpose is, we will be happy to host you! Welcome home!

Peaceful Oak Park Condo Next to Green Line Metro

Very private, quiet space amidst the activity of Downtown Oak Park. The layout of the space is ideal, as bedrooms are at one end, and the living space is at the other. Private outdoor deck. Oak Park is a beautiful neighborhood full of great places to eat, drink, and shop. Metro and Green line is steps away which means access to anywhere in the city of Chicago. Private parking too!

Like a Treehouse!

If you're coming to Illinois for any medical procedure that's no longer available in your home state, reach out to us about discounts. You'll feel like you're in a tree house in our 850 sq ft coach house, above our workshop/garage, behind our home in historic Forest Park, right next to Oak Park. Just 8 miles west of Downtown Chicago, convenient to I-290 and the Blue Line train.

Bright & Spacious Victorian-FREE PKG walk to train

This historic Queen Anne home built in 1889 is in the heart of Oak Park. Walk to all tourist attractions, public transportation that takes you directly to downtown Chicago, great restaurants, boutiques and grocery stores. It’s the perfect base for exploring Oak Park and Chicago. We kindly ask that you read our full listing description and our house rules prior to booking.

Sunny Retreat in Forest Park

Beautiful & bright, this 2nd floor renovated 2 bedroom 1 bath unit is a perfect getaway for solo & business travelers, couples, families. Uber convenient location. Blocks from the Forest Park CTA Blue line stop. Easy access to I290. Drive or Uber to downtown Chicago. Close to restaurants, shopping & coffee. This is a strict non smokers building. Maximum 4 adults occupancy.