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The Lantern: Charming 2 bed ground floor apartment

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A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a built-in stove, and a central island with seating.
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A covered patio with a wooden fence, outdoor furniture, and a glass table.
A modern bedroom with a bed, a desk, a chair, and a wardrobe.
A modern living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a bookshelf, and a flat-screen TV.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Internet access
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Forest Park, IL
  • Place, Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Concordia University Chicago
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Ernest Hemingway Museum and House
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪26 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living Room 1

1 Double Sofa Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area

About this property

The Lantern: Charming 2 bed ground floor apartment

Escape to this stylish 2BR retreat in Forest Park—where modern comfort meets historic charm just 10 miles from downtown Chicago. Sip wine under a pergola in the private backyard oasis, cozy up by the fireplace, or walk to shops, dining, and L-train access. This charming unit has every convince covered - you likely won't want to leave! Take a moment to check out our wonderful reviews. Perfect for couples, families, or remote work stays!

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Children are welcome at this property
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
No pets allowed at this property
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking allowed at this property

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Please place used towels in laundry basket in the bathroom.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Smoking / vaping is strictly prohibited. There is an additional $500 fine in place for instances of smoking inside this unit.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 4594967vb
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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Forest Park

Forest Park is home to this apartment. Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Check out an event or a game at United Center, and consider making time for Lincoln Park Zoo, a top attraction not to be missed.
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Forest Park, IL

What's nearby

  • Pleasant Home - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Madison Street Theatre - 14 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Concordia University Chicago - 3 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Ernest Hemingway Museum and House - 4 min drive - 2.2 km

Getting around

  • Harlem-Lake Station (Green Line) - 10 min walk
  • Oak Park Station - 13 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 39 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Taco Bell - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Submarine Tender - ‬1 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Lantern: Charming 2 bed ground floor apartment pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Lantern: Charming 2 bed ground floor apartment?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Lantern: Charming 2 bed ground floor apartment?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Lantern: Charming 2 bed ground floor apartment?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Lantern: Charming 2 bed ground floor apartment located?

Situated in Forest Park, this apartment building is 0.7 mi (1.1 km) from Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Loyola University Medical Center. United Center and Donald E. Stephens Convention Center are also within 9 miles (15 km). Harlem-Lake Station (Green Line) is 10 minutes by foot and Forest Park Transit Center is 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 4 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 4 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 4 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 4 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Place looks as shown in photos, nice centralized area in Forest Park, only 20ish minute drive from The Loop Chicago, would highly recommend to few friends or small family. Phil and his team are great hosts.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jul, 2026
Thank you, Julian! I’m glad our apartment lived up to the photos and that the location worked so well for you. It was a pleasure hosting you, and I’d be happy to welcome you back anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We were very pleased with the layout & furnishings. Beds were comfy, the towels were cozy, and there's a TV in each room. There are officially two bedrooms, but the den easily functions as its own private room. The location is convenient, with shopping, restaurants and bars in the area. It's a short walk (about 1/2 mile) to the Green Line or drive (around 5 minutes ) to the Park & Ride for the Blue Line. It's 9-ish miles from O'Hare, that ride took a out 30 minutes.All-in-all, everything we needed.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Aug, 2026
Thanks, Kim. We would be delighted to welcome you back in the future for another stay!
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Surrounding area was very cozy and had convenient stores nearby. Place was clean and the patio was very cute. Grill was not available as expected and sofa bed was smaller than expected, but we made it work. Company was very quick with their responses to our questions.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug, 2026
Mary, thanks for the thoughtful review — I’m glad you enjoyed the cozy neighborhood, nearby stores, and our apartment’s patio, and that our team was responsive. I’m sorry about the issues you encountered with the grill; we’ll work on improvements for future guests. Hope to host you again.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trendy, convenient spot with all you need.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 May, 2026
Thank you, Laurie. We would love to welcome you back soon!

About the host

Hosted by Phil

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