The Coach House, a historic gem built in 1914, offers a charming retreat with its living room/dining room and full kitchen. The beautiful Manor House and gardens can be rented for private parties or small gatherings.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3900 sq ft
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Outdoor space
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU!
Along with laundry facilities, this smoke-free holiday home has a garden and barbecues. The holiday home provides a kitchen with a fridge, an oven, a stovetop and a microwave. Guests can appreciate conveniences, such as a washing machine and a coffee/tea maker, and other amenities include free WiFi and a patio. Housekeeping is available on request.
Air-conditioned accommodation at this holiday home offers coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Rooms open to patios. Kitchens offer fridges, stovetops, microwaves and kitchenware and utensils.
Bathrooms include baths or showers. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Change of towels and change of bedsheets can be requested. Housekeeping is provided on request.
The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply.
Property amenities
Beach
Beach nearby
Beach loungers
Beach towels
Pool/Spa
Massage
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Blender
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Hob
Lobster/crab pot
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Chef service
Dining table
Bedrooms
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Shampoo
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
Books
Games
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Air conditioning
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Area rugs in public areas
Handrails in stairways
Hardwood flooring in public areas
In-room accessibility
Stair-free path to entrance
Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Change of bedsheets (on request)
Change of towels on request
Housekeeping on request
Iron/ironing board
Meal delivery service
Location highlights
Near a health/beauty spa
Near a hospital
Near a zoo
On a lake
Things to do
Bicycles
Boat
Kayak
Tennis
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Golfing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Parasailing nearby
Sailing nearby
Sledding nearby
Swimming nearby
Theme park nearby
Wildlife walks nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events 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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Property Registration Number VRL-1046
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Located in South Evanston, a neighbourhood in Evanston, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Millennium Park, while Chicago History Museum and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or United Center. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, parasailing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. Visit our Evanston travel guide
Is Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU!?
On-site parking is available at the property.
Where is Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! located?
Located in South Evanston, this holiday home is 0.2 mi (0.3 km) from Lake Michigan and 1.9 mi (3.1 km) from Northwestern University. Loyola University Chicago is 2.7 mi (4.3 km) away. Main Street Metro Station is 13 minutes by foot and Dempster Station is 15 minutes.
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Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! Reviews
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Exceptional
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Beautiful property. Very clean, great location, comfortable sofa and king sized bed. Spacious kitchen and dining table for a nice family dinner. Host Janet was very kind and helpful.
Beautiful, spacious, light-filled carraige house in a gorgeous historical neighborhood. Close to beach, shops, cafes. Janet was very accommodating and very hospitable. We loved it!
Clean and fresh. This is a nicely decorated, well appointed and spacious rental. Communication with the gracious host was easy and cordial. The historical district is just beautiful; a great location to enjoy the lakeshore beach and parks.
It is in a wonderful location close to walking to the beautiful Lake Michigan. The property is lovely to stay in. The property manager allows use of bicycles and hanging out outside in a back garden. Very friendly and generous.
We came back to Chicago for a frineds wedding and wanted to stay near NU so we could go visit the campus after having a child that attended there. The ability to have beach passes and bicycles for use made the visit easy to get around since we didn't rent a car. The bed was exceptionally comfortable the the bedroom and living space are large. It was a really peacefull place to stay. Thank you for your ease with everything!
Beautiful old neighborhood near lake and beach. Good restaurants a 15 minute walk away. Spacious cottage, very quiet, well equipped and decorated. Only thing we didn't care for was the original Clawfoot tub/shower which was small and very awkward to use and get out of - no grab bar and a step down to the floor.
Super deluxe bed. Overall a great place !
A perfect, quiet, but centrally-located destination on the North Shore in Evanston, there's nothing but good about this historic coach house a block from Lake Michigan. The apartment is beautifully furnished, and full of light and charm. Comfortable room sizes, and lots of closets. Easy to access and very private and quiet. A nice roomy kitchen, with a pleasant dining area. Could not ask for a better getaway locale in Evanston. Will definitely be back soon.
Excellent property and host. Truly enjoyed our stay.
Shashi Y.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified
6/10 Okay
Manzoor
1 Jun 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication
Sitting area outside the house had to be rented separately; we felt claustrophobic in our space above the garage; certainly not worth the money we paid; no refund given for the third person who couldn’t make it; no plan to visit again
Such a lovely place to stay, such a beautiful neighborhood, conveniently one block off of Lake Michigan. The host was so wonderful. We will definitely stay here again when we are in town.
My daughter and I stayed at Janet’s place while we were visiting Northwestern. We had a great stay, the apartment was very clean and it matched the listing description. It was walking distance to dining and the train to Chicago, about a mile to the Northwestern campus and a block from the beach. If my daughter gets accepted to NW we plan on staying here again.
a sweet home away from home steps from the lakeshore…
We travel extensively and utilize VRBO frequently. This Coach House lives up to the listing and photos! Janet is a joy to work with and I will be back whenever the CH is available! Gracias!
This beautifully appointed coach house was the perfect place for a weekend getaway. It was spotless and had everything that we needed. We only wished that we had more time to spend on the beach (only a block away) and ride the bicycles that were provided. It was an easy walk to coffee, restaurants, and downtown Evanston. Finally, Janet was an excellent host and available if we needed her.
I stayed here for a few days while visiting family in Evanston. Janet was very communicative and helpful in all facets of my stay. The location is great and the place was just as advertised.Very clean and comfortable. The plumbing was a bit old / inconvenient but easily managable. i am very tall so had a bit of trouble with shower being a tub with curtain. But overall recommend as a great place to stay.
Enjoyed our stay on property while dropping our new Northwestern student off to school. Appreciated Janet's personal touches, meeting us upon arrival, and getting us setup for our daughter to stay the first night before we checked her into her dorm. She even ran out to get an extra air mattress to ensure her comfort. Janet is also very knowledgeable about Evanston and answered all of our questions. Overall, the unit is comfortable and clean, in a spectacular neighborhood by the lake with easy parking and easy in and out if you plan to be on the run like we were. Thanks Janet!