$189-250/night
4 Bedrooms • 3 Baths • Sleeps 5-8
Allows pets Internet Fireplace (more...)

Our Property
Step inside Ruby’s Retreat, where modern finishes meet rustic touches. The main floor includes a foyer, cozy living room with fireplace, dining room, chef’s kitchen with exposed brick, family room, office, king bedroom, and a bathroom with tub. The upstairs features a queen bedroom, a twin bunk bedroom, and a full bathroom with tub and shower. The lower level offers a fully furnished TV/game room with bar and skeeball, queen bedroom, bathroom with shower, stylish laundry room, and mudroom with direct outdoor access. Outside at Ruby’s Retreat, enjoy a professionally landscaped, fenced backyard with deck, patio, gas fireplace, and grill.

Highlights:
• Chef’s kitchen w/ stainless appliances & brick accents
• King, queen, and bunk bedrooms across three levels
• Living room, dining room, family room, and dedicated office
• Finished basement w/ wet bar, lounge & skeeball
• Landscaped, fenced backyard w/ deck, patio, gas fireplace & grill
• Modern laundry room w/ washer/dryer for extended stays
• Fast WiFi (1GB fiber), smart TV, and multiple work areas
• Walkable neighborhood, close to shops & dining

The Neighborhood
Our home is ideally located in the heart of Western Springs. We’re a 25-minute drive to O’Hare and Midway airports, 15 minutes to Brookfield Zoo and the Morton Arboretum, and just 45 minutes to downtown Chicago via the Metra rail. Outdoor lovers will enjoy biking to Bemis Woods or Palos Forest Preserve for miles of scenic trails. We’re steps from Thomas Ford Library, McClure Middle School, and several village parks. A 10-minute walk brings you to downtown Western Springs with its Metra station, boutique shops, and world-class restaurants.

About the Owner

We’re longtime residents of Western Springs, Illinois, USA — empty nesters and soon-to-be retirees who love traveling with our Goldendoodle, Ruby. We both stay in others’ homes and host our own while on the road. As guests, we’re clean and respectful. As hosts, we know comfort and thoughtful details make stays easy. Our home, nicknamed Ruby’s Retreat, is designed for work, family, or a fresh start in the area.

Property Type House
Accommodation Entire Home
Check-In Smart lock
House Rules
  • Maximum occupancy: 8
  • Children welcome
  • Infants welcome
  • Smoking not allowed
  • Wheelchair inaccessible
  • Minimum age of primary renter: 30
  • Pets welcome
Setting & View
  • Town
  • Village
  • Courtyard View
  • Garden View
  • Park View
General
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Air Conditioning
  • Central Heating
  • Linens Provided
  • Towels Provided
  • Washing Machine
  • Clothes Dryer
  • Hot Water
  • Private Living Room
  • Hair Dryer
  • Iron & Board
  • Wifi
  • Ceiling Fans
  • Laptop Friendly Workspace
  • Basic Soaps
  • Paper Towels
  • Toilet Paper
  • Hangers
  • Private Entrance
  • Lock On Bedroom Door
  • Extra Pillows & Blankets
  • Ethernet
  • Free Internet
  • Clothing Storage (closet or wardrobe)
  • Clothes Drying Rack
  • Portable Fans
Kitchen
  • Kitchen
  • Refrigerator
  • Stove
  • Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Dishes & Utensils
  • Spices/Pantry Items
  • Coffee Maker
  • Toaster
  • Ice Maker
  • Freezer
  • Blender
  • Lobster Pot
  • Pots & Pans
  • Kitchen Island
  • Dining Table
  • Baking Sheet
  • Barbeque/Grill Utensils
  • Coffee
  • Mini Fridge
  • Trash Compacter
  • Wine Glasses
Bathrooms 3 Baths
  • Main Floor Bathroom with Tub – Toilet, Tub
  • Upstairs Full Bathroom – Combination Tub/Shower, Toilet
  • Basement Bathroom with Shower – Shower, Toilet
Our home offers three bathrooms across three levels: a main floor bath with elegant clawfoot tub, an upstairs bath with dual vanity and tub/shower combo, and a lower-level bath with modern walk-in shower.
Sleeping Arrangements 4 Bedrooms, sleeps 5-8
  • Main Floor King Bedroom – 1 King bed
  • Upstairs Queen Bedroom – 1 Queen bed
  • Basement Queen Bedroom – 1 Queen bed
  • Upstairs Bunk Bedroom – 1 Bunk Bed
Our home offers four private bedrooms across three levels: a main floor king bedroom near the office and bath, an upstairs queen bedroom, a kid-friendly upstairs bunk room with walk-in closet, and a lower-level queen bedroom beside the TV/game room. Fresh linens, comfortable beds, and just enough storage in every room ensure a restful stay.
Entertainment
  • Television
  • Video Games
  • Games/Board Games
  • Books
  • Game Room
  • Smart TV
  • Sound System
  • Home Theater
Outdoor
  • Outdoor Grill
  • Deck/Patio (uncovered)
  • Lawn/Garden
  • Walkable to Park/Playground
  • Private Yard
  • Fire Pit
  • Fenced Yard
  • Outdoor Dining
  • Outdoor Seating
  • Sun Loungers
Vehicles
  • Parking
  • Garage
  • Free Parking
  • EV Charger
  • Free Parking On Premises
Theme
  • Family
Attractions
  • Coin Laundry
  • Duty Free Shops
  • Health/Beauty Spa
  • Marina
  • Museums
  • Theme Parks
  • Water Parks
  • Zoo
Leisure
  • Antiquing
  • Bird Watching
  • Gambling/Casinos
  • Horseback Riding
  • Outlet Shopping
  • Paddle Boating
  • Sledding
  • Boating
  • Shopping
  • Water Sports
Sports & Adventure
  • Basketball Court
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Freshwater Fishing
  • Golf
  • Hiking
  • Ice Skating
  • Jet Skiing
  • Kayaking
  • Mountain Biking
  • Pier Fishing
  • Sailing
  • Water Skiing
  • Swimming
  • Water Tubing
  • Batting Cage
  • Bowling Alley
  • Climbing Wall
  • Hockey Rink
  • Mini Golf
  • Skate Ramp
  • Laser Tag
Safety
  • Carbon Monoxide Detector
  • Deadbolt Lock
  • Emergency Exit Route
  • Fire Emergency Contact
  • Fire Extinguisher
  • First Aid Kit
  • Medical Emergency Contact
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Police Emergency Contact
  • Smoke Detector
  • Common Surface Disinfectant Cleaned
  • Linens High Temp Wash
  • Cleaning Products
Expectations
  • Requires Stairs
  • Potential Noise
  • Cameras/Surveillance
Check Out Tasks
  • Turn Things Off
  • Throw Away Trash
  • Lock Up
  • Gather Towels
  • Additional Requests