✨ Cozy 2-Bedroom Retreat Steps from Metra | Explore Chicagoland ✨
Welcome to your Harvard getaway! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home is the perfect blend of small-town comfort and big-city access. Located just one block from the Metra UP-NW line, you can enjoy day trips into downtown Chicago or hop off along the way to discover the unique character of each stop:
Woodstock – Historic square, Opera House & festivals
Crystal Lake – Lakeside recreation, summer concerts & boating
Cary & Fox River Grove – River views & cozy small-town dining
Barrington – Boutique shopping, Catlow Theater, & Sanfilippo Place de la Musique
Palatine – Suburban dining, nightlife, & community events
Arlington Heights – Metropolis Performing Arts Centre, Lake Arlington, vibrant downtown
Des Plaines – Rivers Casino, Lake Opeka, & cultural landmarks
Park Ridge – Charming Uptown with shops, dining & forest preserves
Jefferson Park & Irving Park – Local neighborhoods with CTA transfers into Chicago’s north side hotspots
Chicago Ogilvie Station – The Loop, Millennium Park, Riverwalk, museums & nightlife
Whether you’re planning a quiet weekend, attending a local festival, or exploring Chicagoland stop by stop, our home is your affordable and comfortable base. Enjoy the private garage, full kitchen, smart-lock check-in, and high-speed WiFi — all designed to make your stay stress-free.
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🏡 Essential Information Type of Property Charming single-family home (not shared, entire place is yours)
Cozy cottage style, great for couples, families, or business travelers
Key Facts
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom (sleeps up to 4 comfortably)
Fully equipped kitchen – cookware, dishes, coffee maker
Living room with smart TV & WiFi
Garage + driveway parking (rare in this area)
Private yard space for morning coffee or evening relaxation
Self check-in with smart lock for convenience
Laundry available (washer & dryer in basement)
What Makes Us Different
🚆 One block from the Harvard Metra UP-NW station – direct route to Chicago Ogilvie
🌳 Affordable alternative to Lake Geneva & Woodstock stays
🛠️ Freshly updated and thoughtfully furnished to create a bright, welcoming space
🅿️ Free, secure off-street parking (garage + driveway)
🐾 Pet-friendly (with approval) for guests traveling with furry friends
Nearby Attractions
Harvard – Downtown shops, cafés, restaurants; annual Milk Days Festival
Woodstock (10 min) – Historic square, Opera House, antique shopping, farmers’ markets
Lake Geneva (20 min) – Beaches, boat rentals, spas, dining & nightlife
Crystal Lake (25 min) – Lakeside recreation, concerts, and trails
Chicago (90 min by train) – Millennium Park, Riverwalk, theaters, museums & shopping