Maison Winona is a 1908 Historic Prairie School home in Andersonville. A 95 Walk Score, steps from James Beard and Michelin-starred dining. Bold maximalist design, luxury hotel linens, and a private balcony await. Free parking. Walk to Lake Michigan, the Green Mill, Aragon Ballroom, Riviera, Hopleaf, Carino, Chicago Magic Lounge, and Clark Street's best restaurants, bars & shops. Catch a Cubs game, Wrigley Field is 7 minutes on the Redline. Perfect for anyone seeking a unique Chicago experience.
The space
🚗 PARKING - Free Street Parking
🧳LUGGAGE DROP-OFF - Free after 11 AM on day of arrival.
📍 PRIME LOCATION (95 Walkability Score)
-7 min to Wrigley Field via the Redline (Argyle Station to Addison - 4 stops)
- 9 min walk to Clark St. "The Shop Local" capital of Chicago (Over 80 Restaurants, Cafes, Shops)
- 9 min walk to Hopleaf, 2026 James Beard Nominee for Outstanding Bar.
- 6 min walk to Redline Argyle Station/SunWah BBQ (James Beard Winner)/Yoo Yee/Fat Miilk/ Patisserie P.
- 12 min walk to Lake Michigan (Foster Beach)
- 9 min walk to Michelin Bib Gourmand Kie-Gol-Lanee/Birrieria Zaragoza
- 9 min walk to Green Mill/Riviera/Aragon Ballroom/Chicago Magic Lounge
-15 min walk to Cariño, Michelin Star (2024, 2025). NYT 50 best Restaurants in US (2025). James Beard Award Nominee, Best Chef 2026
🛏️ BEDROOM 1 (Primary)
- King bed
- Hotel quality linens
- Vintage chaise lounge
- Walk-in closet
- AC (Midea U 12K BTU smart inverter)
- Ceiling fan
- Full length mirror
- Luggage rack
🛏️ BEDROOM 2
- Queen bed
- Hotel quality linens
- Blackout curtains
- Ceiling fan
- Closet
- Mirror
🛏️ Bedroom 3
- Queen sofa bed
- Hotel quality linens
- Balcony access
- Closet
📺 LIVING ROOM 1
– Seats 6 (sofa, loveseat, vintage chairs)
– Decorative (non-working) fireplace
– 45" LG Smart TV
– Hulu & Disney+ (No Ads) provided
– Use your own login to access a variety of streaming apps
– Samsung Bluetooth soundbar system
– AC (Midea U 12K BTU smart inverter 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
🛁BATHROOM
– Vintage Clawfoot tub/shower combo
– Tub requires high step-in
– Grab bars for entry/exit
– Towels: 2 of each per guest (bath, hand, washcloth)
– 2 Conair InfinitePRO hair dryers
– Aveda Rosemary Mint: shampoo, conditioner, body wash, hand soap (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 Titan ice packs
PRIVATE COVERED 2ND FLOOR BALCONY
– Seats 6
OPEN 1ST FLOOR BALCONY (SHARED)
– Seats 5
🫧👚LAUNDRY ROOM (SHARED)
- Maytag Bravos XL washer and dryer
- Detergent provided
📷 CAMERAS
There are 8 exterior cameras:
- 1 doorbell camera, and 1 camera at the front door
- 1 on the exterior first floor entry and hallway
- 2 on the exterior second floor balcony
- 1 on the exterior first floor balcony
- 2 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.
🎓 Nearby Universities
- Loyola: 7 min drive
- DePaul: 16 min drive
- Northwestern: 21 min drive
🚗 PARKING DETAILS:
– Free street parking. Free street parking can easily be found on neighboring streets north of Foster on Magnolia, Wayne, and Lakewood.
It is unlikely you will need to use paid parking but if you do try these parking apps:
– Paid street parking via ParkChicago app
– Paid nearby options via SpotHero app
Both of these apps are useful if you are parking your car throughout Chicago. SpotHero specifically can save you a significant amount of money.
On-site un-loading & unloading is available upon arrival and departure.
TRANSPORTATION
– Uber/Lyft: typically 3–5 min wait
– CTA Red Line: every 3–9 min (day), 15–20 min (night); operates 24/7
– CTA Bus 10-20 min wait.
– Divvy bike rental station 3 min walk.
GETTING TO MAISON WINONA
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 (Not Private. These spaces are used by Guest and Host)
– Laundry Room
– 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
– 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 Airbnb and/or local authorities
– Booking termination without refund
– Guest liability for damages, fees, legal expenses
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Optional Add-Ons
– 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.
Guest access
Guest Spaces:
Private Second Floor Apartment
Airbnb guests have full access to the entire private second-floor apartment—your chez-vous during your stay at Maison Winona. Thoughtfully designed within our 1908 Prairie School home, this space is both private and serene, offering vintage charm with modern comforts. It’s all yours for the duration of your reservation.
Second Floor Balcony
Enjoy exclusive access to the private second-floor balcony with sunrise & sunset views—a quiet, elevated escape nestled beneath the eaves. Whether you prefer your mornings with a café crème or your evenings with a clink of rosé, this private perch is yours alone.
Shared Spaces:
First Floor Balcony
Lush with tropical hibiscus, cannas, and vibrant greenery, this front balcony is a shared space — and one of our favorite spots in the home. We hope you’ll treat yourself to a quiet café moment in the morning, a golden hour apéro as the sun begins to set, or a stylish pause while waiting for your ride-share (which usually arrives in 3–5 minutes, comme par magie). With its open-sky views and botanical beauty, it’s a little escape — no passport required.
First Floor Front Entry Door & Hallway
The main front entry and hallway are shared areas, part of the rhythm of life at Maison Winona. You may cross paths with us or our personal guests from time to time—day or night. We do our best to keep things quiet and courteous, and we’re grateful when guests do the same. Merci beaucoup!
Back Entry Door & Stairwell
To access the back door, Airbnb guests may stroll down the driveway and through the backyard—your own little detour en route to comfort. This entrance is available to you at any time. Just a heads-up: our two resident cats have claimed the stairwell as part of their personal promenade, so don’t be surprised if one of them offers a curious greeting along the way. They’re charming, opinionated, and consider themselves part of the welcome committee.
Host’s Private Spaces
Backyard
The backyard is a private area reserved for the host and our personal guests. As you pass through to access the back entrance, you may spot us enjoying a meal, chatting with friends, or tinkering with the grill.
We’d love to invite you to join us—but alas, City of Chicago regulations prohibit hosts from sharing food or alcohol with Airbnb guests (quel dommage!). We kindly ask for privacy during these moments and appreciate your understanding.
The grill is for our personal use and not available to guests.
Please note: the backyard is visible from the second bedroom closet, back stairwell, and the storage room off the kitchen. When in use, you may hear some gentle hums of life below—think of it as Maison Winona’s background soundtrack.
Driveway
The driveway is reserved for the host and our guests. You’re likely to see us coming and going at any time. We kindly ask that Airbnb guests do not park here—any vehicles found in the driveway may be towed, with fees billed to the guest.
That being said, we welcome you to park briefly (20 min) in the driveway to unload your belongings upon arrival and load your belongings on departure.
Merci beaucoup! Street parking is usually available nearby—please let us know if you’d like recommendations.
Other things to note
A rare architectural gem designed by Frederick Schock in 1908, this home was built for Lyman A. Budlong of the Budlong Pickle empire. Schock, a notable Chicago architect born to French immigrants and best known for four Victorian-style homes in the Austin neighborhood, was a contemporary of Louis Sullivan and Frank Lloyd Wright. Some historians claim that Wright copied Schock when he built his first residence in Oak Park in 1899. Scandalous? Peut-être. Delightfully plausible? Absolument! This greystone is one of Schock’s rare Prairie School designs, and we feel truly honored to steward and share it as Maison Winona.
Our home is not a museum, but a lived-in love letter to design history. The interiors blend authentic Arts & Crafts elements like William Morris, Cole & Son, & House of Hackney wallpaper with bold nods to Art Nouveau, Art Deco, Victorian maximalism, and hints of mid-century and contemporary revivals of those styles. The vibe is infused with a touch of whimsy and a wink of kitsch, the kind that suggests we take beauty seriously, but not ourselves. We especially enjoy hosting fellow architecture and design enthusiasts—but truly, this home is for anyone who appreciates comfort, character, and a bit of story in their surroundings.
Registration Details
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