Cozy Wauk-Townhse near navy base
Guest rating: 4.7 / 5
Overview
Cozy Wauk-Townhse near navy base is a smoke-free, pet-friendly home-style stay in North Chicago/Waukegan near the intersection of Belvidere Rd & Powell Ave. The setting is described as a peaceful neighborhood, suited to travelers who want a residential base rather than a full-service hotel. Public ratings average 4.7/5 from 16 reviews.
Space & Layout
The property is set up as a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home with a full kitchen for preparing meals. In-unit laundry is available via a washer (and a washer & dryer are noted in the property summary). Climate comfort features include air conditioning and heating.
Amenities
Practical conveniences include free Wi‑Fi, free parking, cable TV, an ironing board, and a kitchen outfitted with a microwave and oven stove. Guests also have access to a fitness center. The home is marked kid-friendly and smoke-free.
Location & Nearby
The home is positioned near local transit: Belvidere/Powell bus stop is about 100 m away, McAlister Ave & Belvidere St bus stop about 436 m away, and Waukegan train station about 1.4 km away. It’s reported to be about 3 miles from the Grayslake Navy base and about 5 miles from Six Flags Great America, with Lake Michigan nearby and seasonal boating/kayaking mentioned. Chicago and Milwaukee are described as roughly an hour away; major airports include Chicago O’Hare (~41.7 km), Chicago Midway (~63.3 km), and Milwaukee Mitchell (~66.4 km).
Nearby Dining
Several casual dining options are within easy reach, including Paulina’s (Mexican) about 124 m away and Chicken Miche about 733 m away. Other nearby spots include Green Town Tavern (~1.0 km), Liguez Brunch (~1.1 km), Sabor Tierra Caliente Mexican Restaurant (~1.1 km), Lucky Scottie Restaurant (~1.25 km), and Eleven19 kitchen & cocktails (~1.24 km). For more variety, Papa Marcos Restaurant (Middle Eastern) is ~1.46 km away and Family & Crab (seafood) is ~2.51 km away.
Best for
This stay best fits families and small groups who want a home base with a full kitchen, laundry, and free parking. It also suits visitors with plans around the nearby navy base (about 3 miles away) or area attractions like Six Flags Great America (about 5 miles away), plus travelers who value quick access to bus stops and the Waukegan train station.
Travel tips
If you’re using public transit, the Belvidere/Powell bus stop is very close (about 100 m), and Waukegan train station is about 1.4 km away. Drivers can plan for day trips: Chicago O’Hare is roughly 41.7 km away, while Chicago and Milwaukee are described as about an hour away depending on traffic. For warm-weather plans, Lake Michigan is nearby and summertime boating/kayaking is noted in the area.
What guests say
Reviews highlight that the home works well for practical trips, especially when travelers want a place that matches their planned activities nearby. Location convenience is a recurring point, including proximity to local food options and area destinations. Guests also mention responsive, helpful communication with the host as a positive. No consistent negative themes are reflected in the provided review excerpts.
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