Listing Description
Experience the best of Evanston in our cozy 1BR/1BA apartment near Lake Michigan. Enjoy a fully equipped kitchen, a comfortable bedroom with a queen-sized bed, and a clean bathroom. Explore the nearby beaches, stroll along the lakefront path, and discover the vibrant downtown area with its shops and restaurants. Easy access to public transportation allows you to explore downtown Chicago. Book your stay now for a memorable Evanston getaway!
The Space
Welcome to our charming 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom apartment near Lake Michigan in Evanston, Illinois. As you enter, you'll be greeted by a cozy and inviting living space. The living room features comfortable seating, a flat-screen TV, and large windows that let in plenty of natural light. Adjacent to the living room is a fully equipped kitchen with modern appliances, including a stove, refrigerator, microwave, and coffee maker.
The bedroom offers a peaceful retreat with a comfortable queen-sized bed, soft linens, and ample storage space for your belongings. The clean and well-maintained bathroom features a shower/tub combination, fresh towels, and essential toiletries.
The apartment is designed with your comfort in mind, offering air conditioning for those warm summer days and heating for cooler evenings. High-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout the apartment, ensuring you stay connected during your stay.
Neighborhood Description
Situated near Lake Michigan, you'll have easy access to the breathtaking lakeside beaches and the scenic lakefront path. Take a leisurely stroll, go for a bike ride, or simply relax and enjoy the stunning views.
The location of this apartment is also ideal for exploring downtown Evanston. Discover the vibrant downtown area with its charming shops, restaurants, cafes, and entertainment options. Whether you're in the mood for a leisurely brunch or an upscale dinner, you'll find a diverse range of dining experiences to choose from.
For those looking to venture into downtown Chicago, public transportation options are readily available. The apartment is conveniently located near the Metra and CTA train stations, allowing for easy access to the city's famous landmarks, museums, theaters, and shopping districts.
Getting Around
Guests staying in Evanston have various transportation options to navigate the area conveniently. The city provides an extensive public transportation network, including buses and trains, making it easy to explore Evanston and its neighboring areas.
The CTA (Chicago Transit Authority) operates multiple bus routes throughout Evanston, connecting different parts of the city. Buses run regularly and provide access to popular destinations, shopping areas, and transit hubs.
The Metra commuter rail service also serves Evanston, with several stations located throughout the city. The Metra UP-North Line provides a direct connection to downtown Chicago, allowing guests to easily explore the city's attractions and entertainment options.
For guests who prefer biking, Evanston offers a bike-friendly environment with designated bike lanes and paths. Divvy bike-sharing stations are available throughout the city, allowing visitors to rent bicycles for short trips or leisurely rides along the lakefront.
Evanston is also a pedestrian-friendly city, with many attractions, shops, restaurants, and parks within walking distance. Exploring the downtown area on foot is a great way to soak in the local atmosphere and discover hidden gems.
For those with their own vehicles, Evanston provides on-street parking and parking garages in various locations. However, it's important to check parking regulations and restrictions to ensure compliance and avoid any potential fines.
Additionally, ridesharing services like Uber and Lyft operate in Evanston, offering convenient and reliable transportation options for getting around the city.
Overall, guests staying in Evanston have several transportation choices, including public transit, biking, walking, and ridesharing services, allowing them to easily explore the city and its surrounding areas with ease and convenience.
House Rules:
We strive to make your stay with us as great as possible and in order to ensure that we exceed your expectations we have some rules that will make sure your visit goes smoothly.
-CAUTION: Running multiple AC units at one time will trip the circuit breaker and you’ll lose electricity. Only (2) AC units on at any one time.
****WE DO NOT LIKE LEAVING A LAUNDRY LIST OF TASKS TO COMPLETE SO WE JUST ASK TO TREAT OUR HOME AS IF IT IS YOURS!!****
-Take care of our space and the items within it. When you arrive, we ask that you REMOVE YOUR SHOES when entering the apartment to avoid damaging the floors, rugs or carpet. During your stay treat our home as if it’s your own, do not damage anything within the unit. Do not leave food out without proper containment because it will attract insects.
-Prior to your departure, do your best to tidy up by throwing garbage in the waste bin.
-Keep track of your keys please. Losing the keys that you will be provided could cause a host of issues and potentially put a damper on your trip. Please do your best to know where they are at all times.
-No partying!!!. We have strict rules against partying in our apartment and having guests that are unaccounted for when making the reservation. We do not accept reservations for people intending to host bachelor/bachelorette parties, birthday parties, or any other kind of party. If there is any evidence of smoking in or around the apartment, illicit drug use, excessively loud noise after 10 PM, we reserve the right to cancel your reservation immediately without refund. We have a very good relationship with our neighbors and intend to keep it that way which means noise levels must be controlled so they are not disturbed. They will notify me if there is any evidence of these activities occurring during your stay. If we find any evidence of smoking in the apartment we will assess a minimum $300 fee to restore the apartment to its previously smoke-free condition.