Colorful 4-bedroom house-Vet owned-NAVAL Academy
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
Colorful 4-bedroom house–Vet owned–NAVAL Academy is a newly renovated, smoke-free private home in North Chicago/Waukegan area that’s described as happy, clean, comfortable, and spacious. It’s set up for larger groups, with a stated capacity of up to 12 guests, and is positioned as a peaceful, family-friendly place to stay.
Space & In-home Comforts
This is a full-home stay with a kitchen equipped with a microwave and oven/stove, plus practical conveniences like a washer, ironing board, heating, and air conditioning. For downtime, the home includes a fireplace, patio, and cable TV, aiming to feel like “all the conveniences of home.”
Amenities & Connectivity
Guests have free Wi‑Fi and free parking on-site. The home is kid-friendly and includes access to a fitness center, supporting both longer stays and active routines.
Location & Transit Access
The home is about 10 minutes (under 4 miles) from Great Lakes Naval Base, a key draw for Navy graduations and base-related visits. Transit is notably close: Sheridan Rd & Washington St bus stop is about 166 m away, with Waukegan train station around 236 m away and Waukegan Metra Station about 265 m away—useful for trips toward Chicago and Wisconsin.
Nearby Food & Area Highlights
For quick meals nearby, Lucky Scottie Restaurant is about 382 m away and Post Marketplace Cafe about 399 m away, with additional options like Liguez Brunch (about 2.2 km) and Bob & Anne’s Restaurant (about 2.9 km). The surrounding Waukegan area is noted for parks, walking trails, and a lakefront, plus local galleries, breweries, and venues such as the Genesee Theatre; the property is also positioned as a convenient base for regional outings like Six Flags.
Best for
This home is best for families and larger groups who want a renovated, spacious, home-style setup with a full kitchen, laundry (washer), and kid-friendly features. It’s especially well-suited to travelers visiting Great Lakes Naval Base for graduations, thanks to its roughly 10-minute drive (under 4 miles) to the base, plus nearby train/bus access for getting around Lake County and beyond.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transportation, multiple options are within a short walk: Sheridan Rd & Washington St (bus) is about 166 m away and Waukegan train station is about 236 m away, with the Waukegan Metra Station about 265 m away. For air travel, the closest major airport listed is Chicago O’Hare International Airport (about 42.7 km away), while Midway and Milwaukee Mitchell are farther. With free parking available, driving can be convenient for base visits and regional day trips (including Wisconsin and attractions like Six Flags).
What guests say
Reviews consistently emphasize the home’s convenience for Great Lakes Naval Base visits, particularly for Navy boot camp graduation trips. Guests describe the stay as comfortable and inviting, highlighting the “home-like” setup and overall convenience for families or groups. The property’s location is a recurring strength, with closeness to the base cited as a primary reason to recommend it. No recurring negative themes are present in the provided excerpts.
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