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Unique Apt. in Upscale Evanston with Easy Access to Chicago

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Interior
'On the Road to Casita Reva' - We Love Art!
Property grounds
Private kitchen
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill
  • Deck or patio

Explore the area

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Evanston, IL
  • Place, Northwestern University
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, Ryan Field
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Welsh-Ryan Arena
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Convertible bed(s)

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Unique Apt. in Upscale Evanston with Easy Access to Chicago

Southwest comes to the Windy City. Relax and enjoy your stay on Chicago's North Shore in our charming vintage Casita.

Located in Evanston and short walk from Evanston's historic Central Street Business District, and scenic Lake Michigan beaches, Casita Reva is the perfect combination of urban and rustic.

Leave your troubles behind and relax in our garden Stroll to nearby restaurants and shops. Bike, jog or walk the nearby trails or lakefront. Make a meal in the fully equipped brand new kitchen .

If you’re visiting the North Shore, you will be close to Northwestern University, Evanston Hospital and nearby lakefront communities Wilmette, Kenilworth, Winnetka, Glencoe and Highland Park. The Best of Chicago is easily accessible as Metra and Purple Line stations are a short walk away.

NOTE: WE REQUIRE A 1 MONTH MINIMUM STAY IF YOU WANT TO BOOK 2 MONTHS BEFORE THE ARRIVAL DATE

WE OFFER A 3BR, 2BA FOR RENT. FEEL FREE TO INQUIRE OR VISIT OUR VRBO LISTING 74271 OR OUR WEBSITE.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 374086vb
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
Long-term renters welcome
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

About the area

Evanston

North Evanston, a neighbourhood in Evanston, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan, while Rosemont Theatre and Chicago History Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at Wrigley Field or Allstate Arena. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking, power boating and sailing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Evanston, IL

What's nearby

  • Northwestern University - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ryan Field - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Welsh-Ryan Arena - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Grosse Point Lighthouse - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Baha'i House of Worship - 4 min drive - 2.5 km

Getting around

  • Evanston Central Street Station - 4 min walk
  • Central Station (Purple Line) - 16 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Mustard's Last Stand - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Walker Bros. Original Pancake House - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Panera Bread - ‬20 min walk
  • ‪Soul & Smoke - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Backlot Coffee - ‬3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique Apt. in Upscale Evanston with Easy Access to Chicago pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Unique Apt. in Upscale Evanston with Easy Access to Chicago?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Unique Apt. in Upscale Evanston with Easy Access to Chicago?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique Apt. in Upscale Evanston with Easy Access to Chicago?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique Apt. in Upscale Evanston with Easy Access to Chicago located?

Located in North Evanston, this apartment building is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Northwestern University and 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Lake Michigan. Evanston Hospital and Grosse Point Lighthouse are also within 2 miles (3 km). Evanston Central Street Station is only a 4-minute walk and Central Station (Purple Line) is 16 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 67 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 74 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nyika S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property - very comfortable space and convenient location.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Augustine P.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Phenomenal host and a great location. Many amenities in the building itself including laundry and a small gym. Many shops and food spots right around the corner as well as easy access to the UPN Metra line. Only complaint was it was quite dusty and could use a deep cleaning. Otherwise a great place to stay.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brian L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed here while in Chicago for a job. This was a fantastic place to come "home" to. The rental has an amazing southwest character full of art. Definitely not your standard boring room. The space was very clean and tidy with laundry on site. Convenient to shops, grocery, restaurants, and the train all while being a little quite haven. I cannot say enough about the hosts they were very hospitable and helpful.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jackie m.

Great Stay!

Unique, cozy, great host, best location! We enjoyed our stay at Casita Reva. So nice to be near Central St and especially liked walking to Ryan Field. Highly recommend staying here. All our needs were met.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2018
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bruce S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
The area was great but the unit itself was a bit dingy. The windows were few and small. It's decorated with a southwest theme that was eclectic, but it is basically a basement apartment.
Stayed 14 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2025
Thank you for staying at Casita Reva. We’re glad you enjoyed the Central Street neighborhood and appreciated visiting with you. To clarify for future guests, the unit is on the first floor—not a basement—and while some kitchen windows are smaller, the space is cozy, private, and decorated in a warm southwestern style inspired by our time in New Mexico.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Linda E.

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

Best ever!

This is my new favorite VRBO, one I hope to return to in the future. It was exactly what we needed in terms of location and accommodations, and it was quirky and FUN!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lary s.

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

Mexico in Evanston

Wonderfully decorated apt. in Evanston..clean and comfortable.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

6/10 Okay

Bruce H.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location...need a deep cleaning

We loved the location but the place had cleanliness issues. Dirt and grease build up on microwave was an example. Laundry room was filthy. Communication with owner was very good. Location excellent in a very nice part of Evanston. Lots of good places to eat nearby and beautiful neighborhoods. I would recommend place only if cleanliness issues are addressed.
Stayed 6 nights in Aug 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Aug 2025
It was such a pleasure meeting you, and I’m glad you enjoyed the location and our communication. We arranged a same-day turnover so you could check in early, and I’m sorry a few areas weren’t as spotless as they normally are. Since your stay, the home has had a full deep clean and our process refreshed to ensure every guest enjoys the high standards we’re known for. We’d be delighted to welcome you back.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Patrick T.

I'm a fussy traveler, and yet I was delighted by this gem

Great job. This place is both spotless and special, centrally located in a cute neighborhood with shops and restaurants, and has a ton of character and charm. We loved it!
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Thanks so much for your kind review. Keep us in mind when you return.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great place!

I visited during the holidays and very much enjoyed the experience. The owners have created a very comfortable retreat in a great location. The kitchen is fantastic and well equipped. They even provide some useful cooking essentials (oil, seasonings) and that is a very nice extra touch for the cook. The furnishings comfortable and well maintained. The location is just a couple of short blocks to a wonderful retail district featuring markets, shops, and places for coffee or a light bite. The owner could not have been more helpful or accessible and I would definitely stay here again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

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

Convenient and Peaceful

What a cute, quirky artsy apartment. Everything we needed for a weeks visit to the area. We used the well equipped kitchen often and there was even a coffee grinder for our whole beans, John and Amy were welcoming and kind (be sure to visit Amy’s cool store). The only thing to be aware of is there are little steps down to the bedroom and up to the bed so if you have mobility issues be careful. We plan to return when we next visit family in Evanston. Enjoy the peacefulness!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Home away from Home

We initially chose this property due to the proximity to our family in Evanston. But the location turned out to be ideal with restaurants, shops, and train transport all a 2 minute walk! Parking was available but we were able to park on the street, no problem. The basement apartment was clean and the decor a pleasant change from the ordinary! Had everything we needed. GREAT garden/yard. Able to use that extensively for getting together with family & friends. You'll enjoy staying here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2023
Michael- thanks for the great review. We enjoyed your visit. To clarify - the apartment is on our 1st floor or garden level.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Rodney H.

Wonderful Apartment in Evanston

My wife and I stayed at Casita Rita in mid June visiting our son and attending a conference. It was our second visit to the Casita. The apartment is comfortable and the Fell’s are welcoming. As seen in the photos, the apartment is very nicely decorated in a Southwest motif. It is close to Central Evanston with its many shops and restaurants. Attending the conference in Chicago was an easy 15-minute walk to the CTA Central Station to take the Express Purple line. The other option is the Metra, which is only 5 minutes away. The apartment is very clean, the bed is comfortable and the air conditioning works beautifully. John and Amy were very helpful with tips for places to eat. We enjoyed catching up with them after a year away. John, my son and I ran in The Race Against Hate on Father’s Day. Don’t miss the local bakery…The Great Harvest Bread. The WildKat scones are delicious. The apple scrapple is also incredible. Other great shops include the Old Town Oil, the Happy Husky and Prarie Joe’s cafe.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 May 2020
Thanks so much for the kind review. It was fun running the race!
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L.

Great Evanston Location - Go Cats!

My husband and I stayed at this property with our two sons while visiting family in the area. What a great location! We are both NU alumni and were excited to be so close to all of the great restaurants and shops on Central as well as in such close proximity to the stadium. John, the owner, was prompt in responding to my emails and very helpful when making our plans. The apartment itself was clean and well decorated. I was impressed with all of the great cookware and tools in the kitchen! There was a lot of space and I loved having access to the laundry area right off of the back door. It was a little tricky parking in the allotted spot, but we were grateful that it was there and so close to the apartment. Smaller cars will have an easier time. Our only challenge was the sleeping situation, but we knew that going into it (we have a 5 year old and a 4 month old). John help us by having an inflatable mattress set up before we arrived. I would say that this apartment is IDEAL for 1-2 people visiting the area and okay for families (you just have to get a little creative). In any case, the rate was perfectly reasonable and I hope to rent it again for future visits! Thanks again, John!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ryann L.

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

Great place

Convenient location within walking distance to parks and restaurants. The apartment was nice, comfortable and had all needed amenities.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth S.

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

Cozy Casa Reva!

Perfect location to come visit local family during the Thanksgiving holiday! Very cozy and we were welcomed with a bottle of wine & snacks. Full kitchen stocked with many things needed to make cooking our portion of our holiday meal a breeze. Extremely accommodating to ensure we had our parking situation squared away as street parking is not always the easiest in this area. Walking distance to two favorite bakeries - Hewn and Great Harvest and most importantly, the Central St Metra train station for getting downtown Chicago. We would love to stay here again in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mary Ellen S.

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

Perfect for us

Lots of charm, great location, excellent hosts
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAVID Z.

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

Lovely oasis in North Evanston

Casita Reva is a cozy, comfortable, safe place to stay in North Evanston. It's convenient to the Metra and central street shops, including several bakeries and cafes perfect for breakfasts. The backyard and interior are lovingly appointed with awesome Latin art that gives the place a feel of the best of Mexico, and features fast wifi, with off-street parking also available. Overall strongly recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeffrey L.

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

Review

Lovely place. Perfectly suited for us. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rosemary R.

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

Latin flair in Evanston

Perfectly located in downtown Evanston with a quick walk to downtown Chicago train. Apartment was extremely well equipped with everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Eileen S.

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

Repeat stay

This is our second time staying here and it was as great as the first time. Whether spending time in the immediate area- golfing, hiking, sightseeing, shopping -or venturing to Downtown or Wrigley you have the best of all worlds. Communication with John is always prompt and they are on site if you need anything. We did not have a car this trip so easily used the train and Uber. There are shops and restaurants within walking distance as well. Do not hesitate to book this property!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Steven W.

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

Cozy comfortable great Evanston location

John & Amy are great and made us feel welcome. Highly recommend Casita Reva.
Stayed 21 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrea R.

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

Home away from home.

Casita Reva is charming. John and Amy are wonderful hosts. The casita has everything - a well-appointed kitchen, laundry, a comfortable bed and more. Public transportation, grocery stores, Northwestern and Lake Michigan are all within walking distance. If I return to Evanston I will absolutely return to Casita Reva. Thank you for a wonderful stay and for your hospitality.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marilee K.

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

Excellent

This was the third time we stayed at Casita Reva and everything was wonderful as usual. Great location close to restaurants and shops, clean, very well equipped and has a lovely garden and patio area. John and Amy were very welcoming and made our stay complete.
Stayed 9 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin and Jackie W.

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

Lovely stay in Evanston

Great value accommodation in Evanston. Casita Reva has everything a couple or single traveller would need. Beautiful and safe neighbourhood. Hosts are very accommodating and helpful. Good shops nearby. Overall a really excellent experience.
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2019

About the host

Your host

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I'm a lifelong North Shore resident who has a passion for the area and wants to share it with guests.

We choose the 'off the beaten path' accommodations when traveling ourselves and we wanted to offer that option to others visiting our community.

Why they chose this property

We designed and built this unit with the short term traveler in mind. We share a love for the Southwest and Latin America and that interest is reflected in our home.

A perfect home away from home for Grandparents visiting their kids and grandchildren for longer stay. We also have accommodated local residents displaced from their homes while remodeling.

What makes this property unique

We enjoy the neighborhood and our favorite way to start the day is to take a jog to the lake and then grab a cup of coffee or breakfast at one of the nearby coffee shops.

Ryan Field and Northwestern football is only a short walk away and the nearby Bluestone is our favorite spot for apres game..
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