Step into vintage charm at Maison Winona, a 1908 Prairie School stunner by Chicago architect Frederick Schock, in the heart of Andersonville. With interiors that whisper ooh là là, Maison Winona blends boutique comfort with a maximalist vibe. Enjoy a lush private balcony, and free street parking. A 10-min stroll brings you to Lake Michigan, the Green Mill, Chicago Magic Lounge, and Clark St’s top restaurants. Perfect for families, friends, and bon vivants seeking a one-of-a-kind Chicago stay.

PARKING - Free Street Parking

The space
PRIME LOCATION
- 6 min walk to Redline Argyle Station/SunWah BBQ/Yoo Yee
- 9 min walk to Clark St (Over 80 Restaurants, Cafes, Shops)
- 12 min walk to Lake Michigan (Foster Beach)
- 9 min walk to Green Mill/Riviera/Aragon Ballroom

Nearby Universities
- Loyola: 7 min drive
- Northwestern: 21 min drive
- DePaul: 16 min drive

BEDROOM 1 (Primary)
- King bed
- Hotel quality linens
- Vintage Chaise Lounge
- Walk-in closet
- AC
- Ceiling fan
- Full Length mirror
- Luggage rack
- Ensuite bath with walk-in shower & thermostatic system
- Spa tub inside walk-in shower
- Dedicated workspace with LED vanity mirror

BEDROOM 2
- Queen bed
- Hotel quality linens
- Blackout curtains
- Ceiling fan
- Closet
- Mirror
- Bedrooms 1 & 2 share a hallway

LIVING ROOM 2 (Flex Room)
- Day bed with queen size-trundle
-Balcony access
- When fully extended, the trundle fills most of the room — still walkable, just snug
-Low-profile bed sits directly at floor level — a slumber party feel with grown-up style

LIVING ROOM 1 & ENTERTAINMENT
– Seats 6 (sofa, loveseat, vintage chairs)
– Decorative (non-working) fireplace
– 65" LG Smart TV
– Hulu & Disney+ (No Ads) provided
– Use your own login to access a variety of streaming apps
– Samsung Bluetooth soundbar system
– AC
– 2 Gbps high-speed Wi-Fi

DINING ROOM
- Vintage Dining table seats 6
- Cocktail cart with shaker, tools & ice bucket

COFFEE & TEA READY
- Coffee bar with drip + French press
- Local Whole Bean Coffee, creamers, & sweeteners
- Pour-over tea kettle + tea selection

KITCHEN + BUTLER'S PANTRY
- Fully equipped Kitchen with quartz countertops
Other things to note

BATHROOM
– Clawfoot tub/shower combo (porcelain)
– Grab bars for entry/exit
– Tub is shorter than standard and requires high step-in
– Towels: 2 of each (bath, hand, washcloth) per guest
– 2 Conair InfinitePRO hair dryers
– Aveda Rosemary Mint: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap, lotion (starter supply – 12 oz each)

BEACH GEAR
– 6 beach towels, 3 queen-size mats, 6 beach bags
– 1 beach wagon
– 2 Titan backpack coolers, 1 Igloo wheeled cooler
– 6 reusable Titan ice packs

PRIVATE COVERED 2ND FLOOR BALCONY
– Seats 6

OPEN 1ST FLOOR BALCONY (SHARED)
– Seats 5

CAMERAS
There are 5 exterior cameras:
- Doorbell camera at the front door
- One on the second floor balcony
- One on the first floor balcony
- Two in the backyard

EARLY CHECK-IN OPTIONS
Early arrival is available for 75% of the average daily rate or your reservation if approved. Message us 24 hours in advance. Not available if another guest has booked or if maintenance is scheduled.

LATE CHECK-OUT
Late check-out is contingent on turnover needs. In the event that it is available, the rate is 75% of the average daily rate of your reservation. Please ask if interested.

PARKING DETAILS:
– Free street parking (limited 6 PM–8 AM)
– Paid street parking via ParkChicago app
– Paid nearby options via SpotHero app
– No on-site parking

Transportation
– Uber/Lyft: typically 3–5 min wait
– CTA Red Line: every 3–9 min (day), 15–20 min (night); operates 24/7
– Divvy bike rental station nearby

From O’Hare (ORD) (~1 hr 15 min):
– CTA Blue Line from terminal toward Forest Park
– Transfer to Red Line at Jackson (walk one block east)
– Red Line toward Howard
– Exit at Argyle
– Walk 2 min west on Argyle. Walk 3 min north on Broadway. Walk 1 min west on Winona. Maison Winona is directly West of the Dunkin Donuts.

From Midway (MDW) (~1 hr):
– CTA Orange Line toward Loop
– Transfer to Red Line at Roosevelt
– Red Line toward Howard
– Exit at Argyle
– Walk 2 min west on Argyle. Walk 3 min north on Broadway. Walk 1 min west on Winona. Maison Winona is directly West of the Dunkin Donuts.

Rental Agreement (Required)
– After booking, guests complete a rental agreement outlining house rules, occupancy limits, confirmation that unregistered overnight guests as well as unannounced guests are not permitted, check-in/out procedures, and Chicago’s Shared Housing Ordinance requirements.
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About the Space

Guest Private Spaces
– Entire second-floor apartment with covered balcony

Shared Spaces
– First-floor balcony

– Front entry & hallway – Shared; you may see us or our guests occasionally. We aim to be quiet and courteous—merci for doing the same!

– Back stairwell – Accessible via backyard. Our 2 resident cats may greet you—they're friendly and nosy.

Host’s Private Spaces
– Backyard – Private; not available to guests (City of Chicago prohibits food/alcohol sharing).

– Grill – Not for guest use.

– Visibility – Backyard may be seen from Bedroom 2, back stairwell, and storage room. Sound may carry lightly.

– Driveway — Guests may use the driveway for check-in and check-out only. It’s reserved for host use at all other times. Free street parking is available. Vehicles parked in the driveway during a stay risk being towed.
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House Rules Agreement
– Booking our property equals guest agreement to comply with House Rules and the rental agreement.
– Violations may result in:
– Notification to VRBO and/or local authorities
– Booking termination without refund
– Guest liability for damages, fees, legal expenses
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Optional Add-Ons
– Early Check-in / Late Arrival – 75% of average daily rate (when approved by host)
– Lost Item Return – $150/item for domestic shipping (restrictions apply – see House Rules)
– Cleaning during stay $275 when available. Must request 36 hours in advance. Payment in full required to reserve this service.