Family-friendly holiday rentals in Carol Stream

Re-imagined 1880s cottage by Highwood, Metra, Lake

Step inside Step back in time Cozy, 1880 built, re-imagined, ravine edged garden cottage Your home away from home. 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! Guests have access to the entire home and grounds. Jordan and I live in the neighborhood and will be available if you need us! 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. 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. Keep in mind that the bathroom is a Jack & Jill and is accessed from either bedroom. There is no access from the common area, so it could pose an issue at night when sleeping our max number of 6. 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 or large gatherings are allowed. No pets allowed.

Peaceful Elgin APT King Bed

Located in a sleepy suburban neighborhood, this freshly renovated apartment offers everything for a weekend getaway, business trip, or extended stay with a full kitchen, open living space & bedroom. Enjoy peace & nature while still being minutes away from restaurants, shopping, outdoor activities & all the Chicago suburbs have to offer. The Tipi BNB is a walkout lower-level basement APT that provides guests with the privacy and accessibility of a separate entrance and self check in/check out

Charming Riverfront Stay | Heart of Downtown

Welcome to The Riverfronts! Three boutique hotel rooms perfectly situated along the river in downtown West Dundee, offering scenic views and modern comforts. ✔ Riverfront Location: Enjoy the scenic riverwalk just steps away. ✔ Prime Downtown Spot: In the heart of downtown Dundee, minutes from top attractions and dining. ✔ Exclusive Group Booking: Reserve just one or all three units for your entire party. ✔ Outdoor Firepit: Unwind by the firepit, perfect for evening gatherings. ✔ Sleeps 4: Each

Hip Urban Loft-Small Town Charm -124 LOFTS #4

Luxury one-bedroom loft in the heart of downtown Dundee. Newly renovated 125-year-old building with timber ceilings, exposed brick walls and beautifully restored hardwood floors. Tastefully decorated and features a king-size Beautyrest mattress, luxury bed linen, private bathroom, kitchenette with under counter refrigerator, Kuerig coffee maker and lightning fast Wi-Fi for streaming your favorite shows on the 60” LED smart TV. 124 Lofts offers 4 separate luxury lofts. Book one Loft or all four.

Enchanted Garden Treehouse (Amenity*)

Spring is here, the flowers out, the treehouse warm and cozy, and the hot tub ready! Relax on cool evenings in our luxurious, very private, 4' deep cedar hot tub nestled in the evergreens, while the moon and stars swirl overhead, the waterfall cuts thru snow into the koi pond, and the fire table and torches blaze. The running stream makes this a wildlife refuge, with tons of birds, squirrels, rabbits, foxes and hawks. We are 420 friendly. Come experience the magic and make a special memory!

Lovely, spacious 2bd, 1bath home w/free parking

Bring the whole family to enjoy this great place with lots of comforts and space. Beautifully decorated with reclaimed barn wood throughout the home and a completely remodeled kitchen with cute bistro table to enjoy your coffee. Wonder around this beautiful, quiet Frank Lloyd Wright neighborhood to see beautiful Victorian homes and architect or take a brisk walk to downtown Oak Park before taking in the sites in Downtown Chicago. Whether you stay for a while or a few days, welcome home!

Peaceful Private Coach-House in St. Charles

Enjoy our cozy and peaceful Coach-house , private entrance with everything you need for a wonderful stay. Newly renovated and updated throughout. Queen bed with mattress topper, studio area includes Smart TV, water station, Keurig coffee machine and quick-set lock. Even though you are less than a mile from downtown St. Charles and 4 miles to the Geneva train station you have a private area. You may see deer out your window overlooking the pool and tennis. Not suitable for children or pets.

The Secret Garden

Summer is COOLER in Geneva! Located just 3 blocks from shops and restaurants in beautiful, downtown Geneva. Our space can sleep up to 4 comfortably. We offer amazing amenities like plush bed & linens, array of coffee and teas and goodies, 50" flat screen smart tv for watching movies after a day of fun in Geneva. Beautiful bath equipped with everything, including homemade salt scrub. A secure, separate entrance to come & go. It is a basement soace so ceilings are lower than average home.

Cozy Lakefront! Hot Tub-Fishing-Kayak &Pool Table

Very large guest suite w/3 separate areas. Just like your own apartment. Great for friends traveling together! ENTRANCE IS THRU THE MAIN PART OF THE HOUSE. This is just for the basement but you have complete privacy down there. Fenced-in yard, hot tub, large patio, bbq, firepit, enjoy fishing or sitting watching the beautiful sunsets. Stocked lake, walking path, 3 parks! Check out the pictures to see all our home has to offer! Full kitchen,laundry room & yard are shared space

Games, Grounds, Goodness in DG

Our family loves games and when travelling it is great to have entertainment for the whole family. Our game room includes a video arcade game with over 400 options, boardgames and more! Maybe simple cards or puzzles are your preference--we have them all in this fully furnished home with large backyard to play in. Bedroom 1--bunk bed with full on bottom, twin on top Bedroom 2--queen bed with room for a play pen Stay for a weekend or longer and know fun will be had!

Eclectic Coach House Apartment

Vintage Charmer! 1935 Sears Craftsman Coach House garage apartment. Beautiful safe neighborhood surrounded by historic homes and just steps from the Illinois prairie path, parks, brewery's/bars, restaurants and more! With an eclectic boho chic vibe, featuring full kitchen and on site private washer/dryer. Overlooking an accessible lovely backyard! Close to airports and easy access to public transportation/major highways. Just 30 min from the Chicago Loop!

“The remote retreat”

We have a cozy one bedroom apartment that is available on the top floor of the home and has its own independent and separate entrance! Comes with free parking on premises; recently renovated; neighborhood is safe and quiet. Shopping center with grocery store, laundry mat and restaurant is available within walking distance! We are only 5 minutes from the expressway I-88 and 10 minutes from Naperville and the outlet mall in Aurora!