A perfect place to visit the northern highlights of Chicago! 1/4 mile from Ravinia! 1.5 miles from the Botanic Gardens! 30 minutes from Chicago (an hour from Milwaukee). Close to trains, planes and easy automobile access. A two-bedroom gem in the heart of so many wonderful things. Other local places: Northwestern University, Lake Forest, Winnetka, Lake County ... I do have a cat that lives here but he goes with me when I leave. I just wanted to let you know in case you have allergies. The space The house is the home of an artist (me!) so it has an eclectic taste of paintings, found objects, and quaintness. It is perfect for a couple and offers a bright coziness in every room (although with two bedrooms it can comfortably take two couples. It is approximately 1400 sq. ft. with a semi-finished, comfortable basement (and fireplace). The bedrooms are a nice size and the bathroom upstairs is a nice size too. The dining room comfortably sits 4-5 and there is an Alexa for your listening pleasure. It literally plays anything. You simply have to ask! The kitchen is galley style but plenty of room to make your favorite meal. I have most utensils and cookware but I am no gourmet chef! I keep space in the fridge and freezer for your needs and feel free to use any items in there or the pantry for that matter. If you have a pet staying I would prefer it to be crated if you leave it alone in the house and please clean up after it. I have a recycling bag in the pantry for your recyclables and the trash bin is in the kitchen. You will find the trash cans (garbage and recycling) by the side of the house. in August 2023 we will have a third trash can for compost items, they can be put directly into the blue and yellow bin. Any of the paintings are available for purchase ... just ask about pricing! PLEASE NOTE! THIS IS A PRIVATE HOME YOU WILL BE STAYING IN! ONE GUEST SEEMED TO THINK SHE WAS COMING TO A RENTAL HOUSE WITH NO PERSONAL ITEMS IN VIEW. I JUST WANTED THERE TO BE NO MISUNDERSTANDINGS! ENJOY! : ) Guest access All of the house is available except the locked doors (basement and upstairs hallway) and the garage is also closed for access. You will find most of the drawers contain my stuff so just treat them with respect! I have cleared a chest of drawers in the master bedroom and there is a whole closet in the second bedroom for your use. The backyard patio has a grill and seating for 6 and is lit when the sun goes down. I try to keep things quiet after 9 in respect for my neighbors. Please park your car on the driveway and I recommend locking it at night. Please lock the doors and place the keys back in the lockbox when you leave! Thanks! Other things to note I never double-book the house so you can expect the whole space on your visit.