Unwind in a peaceful, stylish retreat designed for quiet comfort and effortless stays. This modern lower-level apartment offers warm finishes, a calming layout, and thoughtful details that make it especially inviting during the winter months. Set on a serene residential street in Gurnee, you’ll enjoy privacy, smart TV streaming, reliable Wi-Fi for work, and convenient parking—an ideal home base for couples, solo travelers, and longer stays seeking comfort without compromise.
Prime location, beautiful, pet friendly and quiet home near Navy Graduation site, Six Flags Great America, Casino, Great Wolf Lodge, Outlet Malls. You are tucked away in serenity but within 3 minutes drive of groceries, fine dining, shopping and fun!
Gurnee Mills Mall: 0.5 Miles
Six Flags Great America: 1 Mile
Casino (American Place Casino, Waukegan, IL): 4 Miles
Great Lakes Naval Base (Naval Station Great Lakes): 8 miles
The space
This private lower-level 1 bedroom apartment guest suite features a spacious bedroom with a comfortable bed and ample storage, a modern living room designed for relaxing or streaming, a dedicated work space with high speed internet, and a fully equipped kitchen for everyday cooking. The suite includes a full bathroom, dedicated hallway entry, and thoughtful finishes throughout for a quiet, comfortable stay. Guests enjoy a private interior space with shared outdoor areas, including the yard and deck.
Conveniently located in a quiet residential area of central Gurnee near shopping, dining, hospitals, and major employers, the apartment is less than 5 minutes from Gurnee Mills, Six Flags Great America, Great Wolf Lodge, and everyday conveniences.
Easy access to I-94 allows for straightforward commutes to Advocate Condell Medical Center, the VA Medical Center in North Chicago, Naval Station Great Lakes, and nearby corporate campuses including Abbott, AbbVie, and Baxter.
The apartment features a private entrance, an open-concept living and kitchen area, and contemporary finishes throughout. The living space includes stylish seating and a Samsung Smart TV with streaming capability, creating a comfortable place to unwind after work. The fully equipped kitchen includes full-size appliances, modern cabinetry, and ample counter space suitable for daily cooking.
The bedroom is thoughtfully designed with hotel-style bedding, blackout curtains, and a calm, uncluttered layout that supports restful sleep. The bathroom is clean and modern, with updated finishes and excellent lighting.
All utilities and high-speed internet are included. On-site laundry is available. Free on-site outdoor parking is included, with garage parking potentially available for longer stays upon request.
Set on a quiet, serene street with a park directly next door, this apartment offers immediate access to green space, walking paths, and a calm outdoor escape. The location provides easy access to O’Hare and Milwaukee Mitchell airports, with easy access to downtown Chicago reachable by car or Metra; making it ideal for guests who value both convenience and tranquility.
Non-smoking property. Pets considered with breed and size restrictions.
Guest access
Guests enjoy exclusive access to the fully private lower-level apartment, with its own private entrance, bedroom, full bathroom, living area, and kitchen.
The yard and deck are shared and available for relaxation, grilling, and pet enjoyment. The upper level of the home is occupied separately and is not part of the guest space.
Location Perks:
Dining Options
Destino Ristorante
Primo Italiano
Hayashi Japanese Restaurant
Cooper’s Hawk Winery & Restaurant
The Backyard Steak Pit
Rainforest Cafe
Major Entertainment Centers:
- Six Flags Great America & Hurricane Harbor Chicago: One of the Midwest's largest theme parks, offering thrill rides, coasters, family rides, and shows.
- Hurricane Harbor is a large outdoor water park adjacent to the theme park (seasonal).
- Great Wolf Lodge Illinois
A family-friendly resort featuring a huge 80,000 sq ft indoor water park that's open year-round.
It also has other attractions like a MagiQuest interactive adventure game, mini-golf, bowling, an arcade, a climbing wall, and a ropes course.
- Gurnee Mills: One of the largest outlet and full-price retail shopping destinations in Illinois, with over 200 stores. It also contains several entertainment venues like Marcus Theatres (movies) and Round1 Bowling & Arcade (bowling, arcade games, karaoke).
Active and Indoor Fun
Launch Trampoline Park
A family entertainment center featuring wall-to-wall trampolines, X-treme dodgeball, a ninja course, battle pits, and an arcade.
Extreme Flight Simulation
Allows you to pilot a virtual 737 airliner or F18 fighter jet in a realistic simulator.
Top Shelf Ice Arena & Bar & Grill
Offers public ice skating, ice hockey, and a bar and grill.
Bass Pro Shops Outdoor World
An experience itself, featuring large aquariums, wildlife displays, a waterfall, and sometimes activities like an archery and pistol range (some activities may cost extra).
Outdoor & Nature
- Lake County Forest Preserves: The area has over 31,000 acres of preserves where you can hike, bike, bird-watch, fish, and enjoy nature.
- Illinois Beach State Park: A bit further out (around 10 miles), it offers access to beautiful Lake Michigan, beaches, and natural scenery.
Chicago Favorites and Regional Chains
Portillo's Gurnee: A famous Chicago-born chain for hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, and more, served in a retro setting. They also offer beer and wine.
Culver’s: A regional fast-food chain specializing in frozen custard and signature "ButterBurgers" made with Midwest beef and dairy.
National Chains
- Chick-fil-A
- Raising Cane's
Other things to note
The apartment is located on the lower level of a single-family home with a private entrance. The space is generally quiet and peaceful, though you may occasionally hear normal household sounds from above. Guests have access to shared outdoor areas, including the fenced yard and deck.
Free on-site outdoor parking is available, with garage parking potentially available for longer stays upon request.
The apartment is climate controlled and best suited for small number of families/friends, couples, solo travelers, or longer stays in a calm residential setting.
