Charming coach house in college town minutes from Chicago
Guesthouse • Evanston IL United States
3 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Secondary home
Exchange types accepted
Simultaneous
Non-Simultaneous
Statistics
Listed August 2026
Views 3
General Overview
Renovated in 2026, this charming coach house features a large living/dining area, galley kitchen and two bedrooms. Vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace and washer/dryer included. Walk to shops, restaurants, entertainment and trains to Chicago. Evanston is a vibrant college town with lots to do, but easy commute to Chicago.
The Space
The living/dining room are open with vaulted ceilings. Galley kitchen with dishwasher and breakfast bar. One bedroom has a queen bed and the other a twin. One bathroom with a shower.
Guest Access
This is a true coach house, so stairs to the living area. Then entrance is through the main house garden or the alley behind the coach house.
Notes
Note: this is over a garage, so you may hear the garage doors open.
Features
Fridge
WiFi
Bed sheets
Oven
Towels
Washer
TV
Heating
Hair dryer
Microwave
Iron
Dishwasher
Smoke alarms
Workspace
Clothes dryer
Coffee machine
High Speed Internet
Garden / yard
Bathtub
Air conditioning
Deck / patio / courtyard / terrace
BBQ
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
Balcony
Fireplace
Toys
Covered porch / verandah
Bikes
Pool
Gym
Wheelchair accessible
Home cinema
Hot tub
Gated community
EV Home Charger
Standup paddleboard
Camping gear
Kayak
Sauna
Tennis court
Meat-free kitchen
Kosher home
Piano
House Rules
Unsuitable for infants under 2
Suitable for children ages 2-12
Pets not allowed
No smoking
Allergens
Cat free
Dog free
Smoke free
Dates of Availability
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Neighbourhood
This is a lovely neighborhood near Northwestern University in Downtown Evanston. Evanston is the first town north of Chicago. There are both commuter and subway trains within walking distance, as well as restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, theatre, jazz clubs. Easy train or uber ride to the city.
Getting to my home
O'Hare airport is about 30 minutes from the house and Midway about 50 minutes. There is a bus from O'Hare, but the best way from the airport is to take an Uber or taxi. If you are driving, there is street parking in front of the main house .
Nearest airport
O'Hare, 30 minutes. Midway, 50 minutes
Getting Around
The "el" is 3 blocks away, the Metra is 5 blocks away.
Map of Approximate Location
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