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Spacious Brookfield Home Near Zoo – Sleeps 10. Walk to Metra

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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

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4 bedrooms2 bathrooms2000 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space

Explore the area

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Brookfield, IL
  • Place, Kiwanis Park
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Brookfield Zoo
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Galloping Ghost
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Brookfield

Located 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Galloping Ghost, this vacation home is within a 10-minute drive of Loyola University Medical Center. The vacation home includes a kitchen, a dining area, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Kiwanis Park - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Brookfield Zoo - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Galloping Ghost - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Salt Creek Trail - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Park District of La Grange - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Brookfield Station - 6 min walk
  • Harlem- Forest Park Station - 11 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Tony's Family Restaurant - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cordial Inn - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Off Broadway Pub - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Phil's Sports Bar & Grill - ‬6 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious Brookfield Home Near Zoo – Sleeps 10. Walk to Metra

Planning a family trip to Chicago? Stay somewhere the kids will love just as much as the city. This home puts you right in the heart of downtown Brookfield — one block from the Metra and 30 minutes from everything Chicago has to offer — but with Brookfield Zoo right around the corner and some of the best nature escapes in the region, you may never want to leave the neighborhood.

Spacious & Made for Families
Sleeps 10 comfortably (up to 12), with 4 bedrooms plus a private office, an open-concept layout, and room for everyone to spread out or come together. The master suite features its own living space, Smart TV, and Jack and Jill bathroom — giving parents a quiet retreat at the end of a full day. Whether you're prepping breakfast before a big outing or winding down after a long day on your feet, this home is designed to feel like yours.

Everything You Need
Fully equipped kitchen, large dining area with island seating and dining table, fast WiFi, multiple Smart TVs, and a private outdoor space with grill and picnic table — perfect for family meals and backyard downtime between adventures.

Right in Downtown Brookfield
Step outside and you're in the middle of it all. Downtown Brookfield is a walkable, charming town center packed with great options — local breakfast houses to start your morning right, restaurants for every taste, a sweet ice cream shop, neighborhood pubs to unwind in, and spas when you're ready to recharge. Everything you need is steps from your front door, no car required.

Chicago Is 30 Minutes Away
Walk one block to the Metra and you're in the heart of downtown Chicago in about 30 minutes. The Museum of Science and Industry, Navy Pier, Millennium Park, the Shedd Aquarium, and the Field Museum are all within easy reach — no rental car required.

But the Zoo Is Right Here
Brookfield Zoo is one of the finest zoos in the country and just minutes from your front door. With over 450 species across 216 acres, it's an entire day of wonder for kids of every age — and a reason many families make Brookfield their Chicago base camp.

Nature All Around You

Brookfield Zoo — world-class and minutes away
Salt Creek trails — walking and biking through beautiful natural corridors
Des Plaines River — fishing, nature walks, and open green space
Nearby parks and forest preserves perfect for morning walks or afternoon picnics

Why Families Love It

Sleeps 10 comfortably (up to 12)
4 bedrooms + private office
1 block to Metra — 30 minutes to downtown Chicago
Right in the heart of downtown Brookfield
Minutes from Brookfield Zoo
Free street parking on a quiet residential street
Private outdoor space with grill and picnic table
Open-concept layout built for group living

Skip the cramped hotel rooms. Give your family the space, comfort, and location they deserve — with the best of Chicago, a world-class zoo, and a vibrant downtown neighborhood right outside the door.
The vacation home is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and 2 bathrooms, and there's space to spread out with 4 bedrooms and a dining area. Guests can enjoy a Smart TV and stay connected with free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a coffee maker, and an ironing board.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Lobster/crab pot
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city center
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a river
  • Near a zoo
  • Next to a golf course

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Energy-saving switches in guestrooms
  • Garden
  • Recycling
  • Unit size: 2,000 square feet
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No shoes indoors preferred. Clean up after use. Report any issues right away. Unauthorized guests or events are not allowed.

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock.

Additional information about polices, regulations, and more:

  • Long-term renters welcome.
  • There are no elevators.

Frequently asked questions

What can I see close to this vacation home?

This vacation home is located in Brookfield within a short 17-minute walk of Galloping Ghost. You'll also find SeatGeek Stadium and Oakbrook Center Mall nearby.

Is this vacation home next to a casino?

No, this vacation home is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this vacation home?

No, there is no indoor pool at this vacation home.

Does this vacation home include breakfast service?

No, this vacation home doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this vacation home allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this vacation home.

How close is the airport from this vacation home?

The closest major airport to this vacation home is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is 8.7 mi away (29 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is located 19 mi away (31-minute drive).

Spacious Brookfield Home Near Zoo – Sleeps 10. Walk to Metra Reviews

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darrell L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful home and had a great stay with my family. The owner was great and was very attentive in communicating. Had only 1 minor issue apparently hairdryer was missing, but a new one was immediately brought over. Highly recommend this rental.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026

10/10 Excellent

Kathy K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful quiet street, walking distance to charming downtown. Spacious and clean, it was a perfect place for our extended family. I will stay there again!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026

6/10 Okay

Katherine A.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place, just a couple of bumps

The house is spacious, clean, comfy, well appointed and fun for a family. I think perhaps it’s a fairly new rental so some things are being worked out. Initial communications with host were great, but when check in time was approaching. we didn’t get a code to check in and host was unreachable. This was quite stressful since we were coming from several locations and it was cold! Had to make alt. game plan. Once finally in, we figured out how to turn on the water, but there was a leak in the ceiling. I think with a few more months this will be a great rental situation. It just presented a few hard issues for our group. I doubt the next group will have these issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024