Re-imagined 1880's cottage walking distance to Highwood, Metra, Lake Michigan

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Highland Park, IL

Chicago Botanic Garden6 min drive
Lake Forest College6 min drive
Naval Base Great Lakes16 min drive
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive)24 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Common area 1

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Garden

About this property

Escape the city and relax in our newly renovated historic cottage and gardens. Peaceful yet centrally located, vintage yet modern, Mere Cottage has so much to offer.

Inside:
You'll enjoy updated amenities in harmony with a distinctive vintage charm. The common area has an open layout, perfect for socializing. The kitchen and pantry (my favorite room!) are new from top to bottom and are fully stocked with any cooking gadgets you may need. Two bedrooms are joined by a Jack & Jill bathroom. The living room has a sofa that pulls out into full size bed.

Outside:
Jordan and I had fun redesigning the grounds from front to back. Enjoy the front garden from the rocking chair on our wrap around porch. Out back we've added a vegetable and perennial garden for you to take in. Dinner out on the back deck overlooking the garden is highly recommended!

Location:
Our cottage is located in Highland Park, about 25 miles north of Chicago on Lake Michigan. We like to think we have the best of both worlds- being in a quiet residential neighborhood with walking access to numerous amenities right around the corner. We're a quick 5 minute walk to Highwood (the north shore’s restaurant district) and an 8 minute walk to the Metra train that can take you from Chicago to Kenosha and any place in between. We're also right on the North Shore bike path (bring your bikes!). Fort Sheridan is also close by and worth exploring for its interesting history, architecture, and nature trails.

Getting around
On foot:
Many errands can be done on foot. We have some of the best restaurants and watering holes north of Chicago within walking distance. There is also a Walgreens convenience store 2 blocks away.

By car:
Getting around by car is also easy. Parking is readily available almost anywhere you'll visit. You can get to downtown Chicago in 30 minutes in ideal traffic.

Train:
The Metra (our train system) can also conveniently get you to and from various attractions including downtown Chicago (a scenic 45 minute ride), Ravinia music venue, the Chicago Botanic Gardens, Great Lakes Naval Base and many more.

Bike:
Pack your bikes! We're located on the north shore bike trail. Head north on the trail to check out the beautiful Fort Sheridan, Lake Forest, and quaint Lake Bluff. Head south to Ravinia, Chicago Botanic Garden, and numerous other beautiful villages along Lake Michigan. I bike often and will gladly point you to some great hidden gems!

If you're flying into O'hare, we recommend taking an Uber to our cottage. We're about a 30 minute drive from the airport.

Six Flags Great America is also a 25 minute drive away.

Property manager

Daniel

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Outdoor space

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Please remove shoes upon entering the cottage. Please keep things tidy and wash any dishes used during your stay.

Out of respect for our neighbors (this home is located in a quiet residential neighborhood), no parties are allowed.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

Property Registration Number ACT-090139

About the area

Chicago (and vicinity)

Highland Park, IL

What's nearby

Ravinia Park - 6 min drive
Chicago Botanic Garden - 6 min drive
Lake Forest College - 6 min drive
Ravinia Pavilion - 7 min drive
Naval Base Great Lakes - 16 min drive

Getting around

Highwood Station - 7 min walk
Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

Dunkin' - 20 min walk
Michael's Chicago Style Red Hots - 3 min drive
Tacos El Norte - 13 min walk
Beermiscuous - 12 min walk
Kings & Convicts Brewing Co. - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Re-imagined 1880's cottage walking distance to Highwood, Metra, Lake Michigan pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Re-imagined 1880's cottage walking distance to Highwood, Metra, Lake Michigan?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Re-imagined 1880's cottage walking distance to Highwood, Metra, Lake Michigan?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Dale A.

8 Jan 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Property, Great Location

Terrific home in a great location.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolina Z.

31 Dec 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

We had a very pleasant stay at the cottage. Everything was in top shape, and Daniel was in constant communication. We'll be back!

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cindy V., Loudon, TN

26 Nov 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Thanksgiving Week a huge hit with all!

Excellent location with charming, stylish and recently remodeled cottage. Very welcoming and a treat to stay there. Excellent communication with owners and we even had our favorite dark roast waiting for us. Although we didn’t have Thanksgiving dinner here, we had a few lunches and dinners and kitchen is well stocked. Had the weather been warmer we would’ve enjoyed the backyard for sure, thank you so much!

Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

25 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The absolute best

We stayed here for our wedding weekend and could *not* have been more pleased. Daniel and Jordan made our stay extra cozy and welcoming, with flowers, a card, and more. Check in was a breeze and they were around for every day question we had; they are the definition of hospitality. This little cottage is the kind of place you’d see in a magazine. Every bit of it is thoughtfully designed and considered. Stay here — you won’t regret it!!

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Thomas S.

31 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Stay

This place is legit. We had great communication with the host (Daniel) before arrival. He was quick to respond to questions and very helpful. On arrival, it was apparent that they take great pride in their home. The gardens are absolutely beautiful. The front porch was darling and the keyless entry made it super easy to get in. The place is decorated so nicely. The set up is perfect. We used it as a home base for visiting friends and it made it a great place to relax before and after heading out. Comfy beds, nice sheets and towels, and although we brought our pwn pillows, theirs seemed to be good. The back deck is perfect for having some morning coffee or evening drinks. The garden back there was a mix of vegetables and flowers. My friends took note and said they wanted to do similar things to their place. The kitchen was clean and had everything you could want. Even the quality of the glassware was impressive. The hosts live across the street and are very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed speaking with them and they gave some good suggestions. You can't beat the location. Walkable to many restaurants, bars and shops. The town is just really cute and very easy to get around. I can't say enough good things about our stay. Next time we are visiting our friends, we are most certainly going to stay here again.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

About the host

Hosted by Daniel

Jordan and I live in the neighborhood and will be available if you need us!

Why they chose this property

We really have fallen in love with this little cottage since the day we got the keys. Bringing this old gal back to life continues to be a special experience for us. We hope you enjoy her charm (quirks included) as much as we do! In addition to the home, this property is situated on a beautiful ravine edged property. Take a walk in the back yard gardens and you'll instantly get lost in nature.

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