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Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base

Family-friendly vacation home in Mundelein with a water park

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Welcome to our guest house, "A Little House on Prairie"!
Interior
Sun room
Family room
Dining room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Mundelein, IL
  • Place, Pine Meadow Golf Club
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, MainStreet Libertyville
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Lake County Fairgrounds
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪39 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom one

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom three

1 Twin Bed

Bedroom two

2 Twin Beds

Family Room

1 Double Futon

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom one

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom two

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base

This cozy bungalow is located 41 miles north of Chicago; 60 miles south of Milwaukee, WI; and just 12 miles west of Great Lakes Naval Base. Nearby train stations make Chicago just a 45-minute train ride away. O'Hare Airport is a 30-40 minute commute from our home. Additional nearby sites include Great America, and shopping venues
--from outlet malls in Gurnee and Kenosha, to quaint downtowns, like Libertyville. Location makes this home an ideal venue for Midwest sightseeing.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor Space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Host is willing to discuss larger event gatherings
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Check-in (4P) and check-out (11A) times are FIRM.

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Host is willing to discuss larger event gatherings
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

About the neighborhood

Mundelein

Located in Mundelein, this vacation home is near theme parks. MainStreet Libertyville and Cuneo Mansion and Gardens are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Steeple Chase and Pine Meadow Golf Club. Traveling with kids? Consider Six Flags Great America and Lake County Fairgrounds. Swimming offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
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Mundelein, IL

What's nearby

  • Pine Meadow Golf Club - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lakeview Beach and Dock - 5 min drive - 3.9 km
  • MainStreet Libertyville - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
  • Lake County Fairgrounds - 6 min drive - 6.0 km
  • Advocate Condell Child Day Center - 6 min drive - 4.7 km

Getting around

  • Mundelein Station - 17 min walk
  • Chicago, IL (PWK-Chicago Executive) - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Luke's of Mundelein - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Tighthead Brewing Company - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪Jake Moran's - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Tina G's Cafe - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base?

As of Dec 28, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base on Jan 4, 2026 start from $293.54, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Quaint Bungalow, near Great Lakes Naval Base located?

This family-friendly Mundelein vacation home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lakeview Beach and Dock and Steeple Chase. Lake County Fairgrounds and Lambs Farm are also within 6 mi (10 km). Mundelein Station is 17 minutes by foot.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 61 out of 67 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 67 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 67 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 67 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 67 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Erika H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Really amazing place. Adorable house, plenty of space, conveniently located. Great linens on the beds & amenities in the bathroom. Owner was incredibly flexible and responsive and great to work here. Had three visitors from Europe and they absolutely loved the place and had a great time. Would 100% stay here again the next time we're in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2025

8/10 Good

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Super cozy!! The neighborhood is so so so lovely!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Joseph B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place and great price. Lots of restaurants around. Minutes from the highway for city access.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our family stayed for a few days and had a great time. The kitchen is great, outfitted with cooking spices and equipment. We were disappointed to find that the living room couch was not a bed or even futon, but we made do. The location was great for our needs, being just outside of Chicago, but close to stores of all kinds.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bradley G.

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

Nice Place To Stay

Wonderfully charming home in a great location!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kaitlyn C.

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

Perfect spot!

We loved the place and its historic charm!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marie D.

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

Cute and clean!

Great experience, lots of cooking materials
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David W.

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

Great spot!

We loved our weekend here. The backyard and patio are beautiful. The house was clean and had everything we needed. Would definitely stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cary T.

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

I just loved this Bungalow!

Got to stay in this wonderful home while visiting my son and his family. I loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly C.

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

Wonderful Stay

We were very pleased with the property. The house is beautiful, clean, and in a great neighborhood. Walkable to restaurants but very quite. Would definitely recommend this place! Travelled here for a Navy graduation and wish I could have stayed longer ;)
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alyssa B.

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

Great home and location

The house is very clean, check-in and check-out are easy, and it's stocked with anything you could need. We will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

J. N.

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

Mundelein Bungalo

Great location, floor plan, water pressure, all the things were well thought out and convenient. Will stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Shelby A.

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

Cozy home

We loved the home and all its “unique-ness”. Very cozy and perfect for our family. Location is great, lots to do around the area!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Timothy m.

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

Home away from Home

This is one of the most charming vrbo that i have stayed at. the house is just as 1 described My son graduated Navy Bootcamp and it was so nice to have the comfort of this home vs sharing 3 hotel rooms.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Angel H.

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

Good stay

Everything was clean and it was a easy access
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cinda L.

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

Charming bungalow in great neighborhood

We were in town for a wedding and this was the perfect bungalow for the 3 of us and in a neighborhood close to everything we needed to get to. Loved the charming rooms, decorative touches, comfortable beds, outdoor sitting area and it was clean. It had everything we needed. Would stay here again if ever back in the area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Hubert S.

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

Old but charming

Home is an older home but redone nice. Since it is an older home the floors squeak a lot when walking on them. The heat was hard to regulate since it’s the old radiator heat but once it gets warm you will be toasty. The half bath in the basement isn’t appealing since the basement leading to it is old and dreary looking. The bath upstairs is really nice. The backyard is nice.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit M.

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

Super clean, cute, little house

Being unfamiliar with the Chicago area, our group of 4 women was looking for a comfortable, reasonably priced, safe area to rent for a long weekend. This was perfect! Everyone liked the cute house which made a great home base and place to hang out. We found nice restaurants in nearby Libertyville and had delicious breakfasts at Mauri's nearby. Great homemade hashbrowns!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deb G.

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

Fit our needs perfectly

Very charming! Quiet neighborhood. Easy communication with the hosts. Plenty of linens and towels, confident in their cleanliness. Kitchen could use a little spruce up, and the floors (due to the vintage nature of the house) were quite squeaky. However, neither of these things would keep us from staying again. I highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Susan N.

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

Great Neighborhood

A charming older home. Great neighborhood. Window a/c units kept us comfortable in 90° weather. Bathroom has been updated but kitchen could use some TLC. Queen bed is comfortable but low to the ground. Aminities were well thought out to make our stay more comfortable. Easy drive to Northbrook Sports Club and lots of great restaurants. Austin's restaurant was especially good. We had the fish n chips and easily could have shared the meal.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leslie

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
It's a wonderful property, with lots of character. "Quaint" is a perfect term for it! It was spotless when we arrived, all the appliances are new and worked perfectly, beds were comfortable, and we truly enjoyed our stay. We didn't have any problems at all. Our communication with the property managers was excellent - always received a speedy reply. Would definitely recommend this to anyone!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Roxanne B.

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

Family Visit

With my daughter moving back to Illinois, we needed to help her get acclimated back to school. As former residence of Illinois, we still have plenty of family and friends that reside there and needed a good central location to stay. Hotels are overrated and just inconvenient. This little charming gem in the northern Of Chicago and was able to call at home for four nights. Super cute bungalow in a fabulous walkable distance to restaurants and shops, centrally located to amazing shopping. The House itself was charming, had all the essentials one would need for a home away from home down to a lint brush. Highly recommend staying here for the area, will definitely book again!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christina R.

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

Perfect house

This house was perfect for our needs. Plenty of space to spread out. If you’re not used to radiators, they can freak you out but we now know it’s all normal sounds. It stayed nice and warm for our stay. One bathroom for all of us to share was tricky. There is a half bath in the basement with limited lighting. Overall we would stay here again when we visit our family. 100%!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tricia R.

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

More than we expected

The house is adorable and charming! It is an older home, floors are creeky… but it gives it character! Everything you need is on the premises! The neighborhood and surrounding areas are full of charm and character as well! We loved walking downtown Libertyville. The shops are lovely and the food is excellent. Downtown Mundalein was nice as well. We had dinner at Tina G’s, food and atmosphere was excellent! There w was plenty of outdoor seating to enjoy the musicians playing at the tavern, the weather was beautiful. We strolled through the neighborhood with its meticulously manicured lawns and cute little houses! It was a wonderful experience and we would definitely visit and book this place again!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

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

Perfect for our needs

We drove up from Florida for our son’s Navy graduation. After 2 days on the road, the second day mostly in the freezing ice & snow, it was wonderful to come into this cozy, warm home. I loved the details & character of this older home. The floors squeak a little & there’s some clanging as the heater turns on, but I loved those little bits. It made it feel so much more like a home rather than a hotel. The location was perfect for travel to & from Naval Station Great Lakes. There are plenty of stores, restaurants, & activities nearby. The kitchen had everything we needed for simple meals at the house and the beds were comfortable. I wish I had brought my own pillow, though, as mine was very (very) flat. Not a big deal at all, we just got a couple cheap ones from Walmart & problem solved. Overall we loved our stay and would absolutely stay again. This home had everything we needed and more. (Our son loved the piano! It had been several weeks since he played last so it was a win/win. Him being able to play & me being able to listen). Loved it. Definitely recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2025

About the host

Hosted by Jennifer & Rafal Banek

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Rafal and I are travelers too. We have traveled outside and within the United States. Sometimes, we travel a little more rustic-ly, and we camp. We particularly enjoy visiting National Parks and other historic sites. We've also stayed in many VRBO guest homes. We hope our experiences help us optimize our ability to host YOU. We would love for you to tell us your areas of interest, and we will do our best to suggest places and activities you might enjoy.

Why they chose this property

If you are traveling to visit a loved one at Great Lakes, we would LOVE to host you. Rafal and I are both in the military and enjoy connecting families. We know what it's like to be separated from family members because of military obligations, and our goal is to make your stay as comfortable as possible. Perhaps you have another agenda for staying in the area. We welcome you as well! This area is our home, and we will do our best to accommodate your stay.

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English, French, Polish

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