Title: Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Michigan ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118370000/118370000/118369993/78822509.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118370000/118370000/118369993/6fbaf3a2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118370000/118370000/118369993/145375ed.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118370000/118370000/118369993/00bbdec4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/119000000/118370000/118370000/118369993/83863909.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Dryer - Washer - Free WiFi - Pet-friendly ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit Welcome to our cute, cozy, and separate guesthouse! Step inside and feel the warmth under your feet with heated tile flooring, with no neighbors above, below, or beside you. We’ve got you covered with essentials, plus thoughtful extras like pour-over coffee, French press, pizza stone, eco-friendly soaps, and a steamer for your clothing. Our space includes features designed with the environment in mind. And we happily welcome your furry friends to our guesthouse! Our yard is their yard! Working from home? We've got you covered with an optional foldable desk that's ready when you are and tucks away easily when you're not. Other nearby attractions include Robert Crown Community Center with an indoor track, basketball courts, library, ice rink, outdoor soccer fields, pickleball ball and tennis courts! Just a 5-minute walk away. Both Northwestern and Loyola University are also nearby. And you can take a lovely short drive to experience the stunning architecture and serene gardens of one of the eight continental houses of worship in the world, the Baha'i temple. You'll love being within walking distance of great restaurants and coffee shops. Plus, multiple grocery stores within a 2-mile radius. Nature and city exploration are both within easy reach. Just a little over a mile away are the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan where you can enjoy the walking path, 11 miles north you can hike at Skokie Lagoons Nature Preserve, or go just a few miles more and enjoy a tranquil escape to the Chicago Botanic Gardens. For music enthusiasts, this location offers convenient access to various venues, including Ravinia (14 miles) and the Salt Shed (9 miles). Movie and TV fans will appreciate the proximity to iconic John Hughes filming locations such as those from The Breakfast Club, Ferris Bueller's Day Off, and Home Alone. With a bit of luck, you might even catch "The Bear" filming and become an extra! Other nearby attractions on Chicago's north side include Second City, Lincoln Park Zoo, and Wrigley Field. Getting around is a breeze. We're just a 15-minute walk to both the Purple Line city subway and the Metra train stops, which are conveniently located right next to each other, whisking you away to downtown Chicago. Plus, a Divvy bike-sharing station is nearby if you fancy a ride. Free street parking, just a few hundred feet away from the property. \*Lake Michigan (a little over 1 mile) \*Robert Crown Community Center (a 5-minute walk) Indoor track, basketball courts, library, ice rink, outdoor soccer fields, pickleball ball and tennis courts! Just a 5-minute walk away. \*Northwestern University (1.7 miles) \*Loyola University (3.7 miles) \*Wrigley Field (6.2 miles) \*The Second City (9 miles) \*Lincoln Park Zoo (9.2 miles) \*The Salt Shed (9 miles) \*Baha'i Temple (2.8 miles) \*Skokie Lagoons Nature Preserve (11 miles) \*Chicago Botanic Gardens (9.3 miles) \*Ravinia (14 miles) $350 Refundable security deposit required: Collected 2 days before check-in Released 2 days after, pending no damages. Vacation rental license #STR002 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - No on-site parking available ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### 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 - Single level property - Tile flooring in public areas - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Ice skating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Bulk dispensers for toiletries - Cleaning products are eco-friendly - Eco-friendly toiletries - Garden - No plastic coffee stirrers - No plastic drinking straws - No plastic soft drink bottles - No plastic water bottles - Recycling - Reusable coffee/tea filters - Reusable tableware ## Similar properties ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, coffee/tea maker](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119870000/119865800/119865778/fc11d718.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming 1BR Apt in Evanston South Evanston - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 4 reviews £159 includes taxes & fees 8 Dec - 9 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=119865778&PinnedHotelID=119865778&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![1 bedroom, iron/ironing board, travel cot, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/117000000/116800000/116792400/116792370/77ba8bc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peaceful 1BR Escape in Evanston South Evanston - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 8.4 Very good 6 reviews £130 includes taxes & fees 2 Dec - 3 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-02&endDate=2025-12-03&selected=116792370&PinnedHotelID=116792370&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/70000000/69730000/69722300/69722270/09557f36.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic Coach House in Evanston One Block to Beach and Close to Town and NU! 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 STR002 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C42.03428%2C-87.69074&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LqclltdMfjLgJ17qU7XOXRfdVUk=) Evanston, IL #### What's nearby - FEW Spirits - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles - AMITA Health Saint Francis Hospital Evanston - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Infinity Healthcare - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles - Halim Time & Glass Museum - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Mary and Leigh Block Museum of Art - 5 min drive - 2.0 miles #### Getting around - Evanston Main Street Station - 13 min walk - Main Street Metro Station - 14 min walk - Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) - 39 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Starbucks - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Supreme Burrito #1 - ‬10 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬18 min walk - ‪Burger King - ‬18 min walk - ‪Hoosier Mama Pie Company / Dollop Coffee & Tea - ‬14 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). ### How much is parking at Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit? > This property doesn't offer parking. ### What time is check-in at Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Main St Hideaway: Near Lee Street Beach: Northwestern University: Transit located? > Located in South Evanston, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Lake Michigan and 2.4 mi (3.8 km) from Northwestern University. Baha'i House of Worship and Loyola University Chicago are also within 6 miles (10 km). Main Street Metro Station is 14 minutes by foot and Dempster Station is 19 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question