Charming Prairie Retreat | Peaceful Glenview Home Backing to Nature
Welcome to your peaceful retreat on Thornberry Lane in Glenview, Illinois — a
charming and comfortable home perfect for families, couples, business
travelers, or solo guests looking for a relaxing stay near Chicago.
This thoughtfully designed home offers a hotel-like atmosphere with modern
comforts while still feeling warm and inviting.
Comfortable Sleeping Arrangements
Enjoy a restful night's sleep with premium bedding in three well-appointed
bedrooms:
1 King bed
1 Queen bed
2 Twin beds
Each bedroom features a 4K Ultra HD Smart TV, allowing you to stream your
favorite shows from the comfort of bed or the cozy chaise lounge. A yoga mat
is also available for guests who want to stretch or start their day with a
workout.
A Backyard That Feels Like a Nature Preserve
One of the most unique features of this property is the beautiful backyard
overlooking the James Woodworth Prairie, a rare 5-acre preserved tallgrass
prairie maintained by the University of Illinois. Enjoy peaceful views, birds,
and native grasses — a true natural escape just minutes from the city.
Fully Equipped Kitchen
The kitchen is designed for convenience and functionality, featuring:
Full refrigerator with freezer & ice maker
Gas range
Microwave
Quiet dishwasher
Sink disposer
Plenty of space for cooking and meal preparation
Cozy Living Space
Relax in the welcoming living room with comfortable fabric chairs, sectional
seating, and a large ottoman with a food tray — perfect for movie nights or
casual meals.
During colder months, the fireplace with built-in heat dissipater spreads
warmth throughout the home, creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Ideal for Work or Relaxation
Whether you're visiting for business, exploring the North Shore suburbs, or
simply looking for a quiet getaway, this home offers comfort, privacy, and a
peaceful setting surrounded by nature.
**Early Check-In & Late Checkout:** Early check-in and late checkout are
available if there are no guests checking out or checking in on the same day.
Fees apply as follows:
**Early Check-In:**
* $50 for check-in at 12 PM
* $100 for check-in at 8 AM
* $150 for check-in at 1 AM
**Late Checkout:**
* $50 for checkout at 1 PM
* $100 for checkout at 3 PM
* $150 for checkout at 6 PM
Thank you again for selecting our Luxury Home Getaway as your home away from
home. We look forward to providing you with a 5-Star experience during your
stay. Every guest has unique needs. Please feel free to email me before,
during and after your stay. We’ll try to provide some guidance to help you
maximize your stay. The good news is that you don’t need to travel very far.
Rolling Meadows and local communities have world-class shopping, culinary
experiences, trails, arenas, sports venues spas and activities for all ages.We
want to make sure that you maximize every minute of your stay. Please read the
information below at your convenience:
**STEP** **1:** **GETTING** **IN** : The access code is: Side Door Deadbolt
Keypad - Last 4 digits of guest phone number followed by Unlock Button between
0 and 1. To lock, just press the lock button between 0 and 1.
**STEP 2 GET ONLINE** : The network name and password are on the router in the
kitchen also:
NETWORK: **Cloud9Rentals**
PASSWORD: **Located on modem and throughout labels in every room**
**STEP** **3** **SELECT** **YOUR** **ROOM:** Sheets and towels are provided.
Washer and drier on site allows you to always have a clean and dry set
available.
**STEP** **4** **LOCAL ATTRACTIONS:**
The Grove
Kohl Children's Museum
Oil Lamp Theater
Chicago Botanic Gardens
Chicago O'Hare - 16 minute drive
Chicago Downtown - 32 minute drive
Historic Wagner Farm
Chicago Illinois Temple
Flick Park
The Glen Town Center
Techny Basin Conservation Area
Sergelen Vanganajal
Glenview History Center
Gallery Park
Johns Park
Splash Landing Aquatic Center
Willow Park
Richard E. Johns Park
Funtopia
# **Simple Considerations when enjoying the house:**
**PARKING** : Parking is available in the off street driveway. 2-3 cars will
easily fit. The garage may be requested in the winter months and will
accommodate 2 vehicles. Accommodations shorter than 7 days, driveway parking
only. Garage upon request for stays in excess of 8 days.
**TRASH** : The trash receptacle and recycling bin are located off the
driveway adjacent to the garage. Do not leave the trash outside unless you
want to deal with a racoon or two. We do not recommend it.
**GAS** **GRILL:** We have a gas grill and cooking station outside for you to
use at your convenience. The grill has a propane tank and tank refill
exchanges are available at the local gas station. Please make sure that you
turn the gas grill burners and propane tank off when finished. Grill
accessories are available within or on the grill cart.
**OUTDOOR FURNITURE & CUSHIONS: **The cushions are in a container outside.
Please feel free to use them if you want to use the outside furniture. Please
return them into the bin when done. If the cushions got wet due to rain.
Please leave them outside the bin and they will be dried by the cleaning crew.
**FIREPLACE:** Firewood is available at the house. Please make sure that you
follow the simple some basic instructions if you use the fireplace in the
house.
1\. OPEN THE FLUME BEFORE STARTING THE FIRE. LABELS ARE INCLUDED TO HELP YOU
KNOW WHEN THE FLUME IS OPEN. THE LEVER SHOULD BE PULLED RIGHT UNTIL IT CLICKS.
2\. USE SMALL WOOD AND A FIRE STARTER TO START. ADD LARGER PIECES AS THE FIRE
BURNS.
3\. KEEP THE WIRE SCREEN CLOSED AND THE EXTERIOR SCREEN IN FRONT OF THE FIRE.
IT WILL KEEP THE SPARKS FROM HITTING THE FLOOR. THE FIRE EXTINGUISHER IS NEXT
TO THE STOVE IF THERE IS AN EMERGENCY.
4\. PLEASE DO NOT GO TO SLEEP OR LEAVE THE HOUSE UNTIL THE FIRE IS OUT
**AIR CONDITIONER AND HEATER:** We have central air and heat. Please feel free
to change the temperature for comfort. We only ask that you adjust the
thermostat from HOLD when you are not in the house. The thermostat has an
automated sensor that runs off the furnace/AC when the home is
vacant.IMPORTANT**:** If any problems arise during your stay that would make
your stay more comfortable. Please contact Red Awning . We’ll try to figure
out a solution before you leave.
# **CHECK-OUT INSTRUCTIONS:**
Kitchen:
Upon departing our home at the end of your visit, please make sure to dispose
of any trash that might be smelly, place all the dishes in the sink or
dishwasher. Do not start the dishwasher, the cleaning crew will take care of
it.
Bedrooms & Family Room:
Please leave all beds that were used unmade, and make sure the fireplace doors
are closed, turn lights off throughout the house, make sure that all the doors
are locked. The front door is locked by pushing lock key at the bottom of the
circular lock. You may need to pull the door towards you to ensure the
deadbolt cylinder travels into the door frame and press the lock button
several times.
Our goal to provide all our guests with a 5 Star experience. We want everyone
to have a wonderful time while staying in our home. All we ask is that you
please respect our property so that we can deliver the same quality experience
for every guest that comes through our doors and respect the privacy of our
neighbors by keeping outside noise low after 10pm. With everyone’s help, we
can accomplish this goal!We hope that you have an amazing and memorable
experience at the house.
**MANDATORY RENTAL PROPERTY ADDENDUM (Local Ordinance)**
Landlord and Tenant agree as follows:
The tenant, any member of the tenant's household, any guest or any other
person associated with thetenant on or near the lease premises:
a. Shall not engage in criminal activity, including drug related criminal
activity, on or near the lease premises. "Drug related criminal activity"
means the illegal manufacture, sale, distribution, use orpossession of any
illegal or controlled substances as defined in 21 USE 802;
b. Shall not engage in any act intended to facilitate criminal activity;
c. Shall not maintain a "nuisance" on the premises as defined in Title 8,
Chapter 1 of this code.
Any activity prohibited by this agreement shall constitute a substantial
violation of the lease, material, noncompliance with the lease and grounds for
termination of tenancy and eviction (Ord.)
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