Family-friendly vacation rentals in Elgin

Christine’s place was the perfect get-away for a family vacation close to home. The lake was beautiful and the place was spotless and inviting. It felt like you walked in to your own home. It’s close to places to eat and there is even a community space just a few houses down that is lively if the weather is nice. I’m hoping to come back again!

This was our second visit to Amanda’s and just like the first time, it left my boys with fun memories. We will be back next summer.

Great stay! Thanks for making it so easy. Big space for lots of family to be together and have space.

Amanda is the best host I’ve ever had, she is so friendly and responsive. Her kitchen was fully equipped, she gave us the option of having firewood delivered, the place is absolutely beautiful, you walk down some stairs to get to the beach. A group of 8 moms went there for a weekend getaway and it was exactly what we needed. Thank you!

i loved this airbnb, great spot if you just want to explore chicago. max was super quick with responses and helpful with any questions i had.

We had a great stay at Delphine's place in Uptown. The location is excellent, being on a tree-lined street, but very close to the Red Line, the Broadway bus, Andersonville, Little Asia, grocery stores and more. As we had a little kid, being right on top of the little park downstairs was also very convenient. On the flipside, it can get noisy in the summer with lots of kids/playgroups coming there, but as parents, we didn't mind. Delphine herself was very quick to respond via Whatsapp to all our queries before and during our stay. One thing to keep in mind at her place is that you are very much living in their home. If you are looking for an apartment that is only intended for guests, this is not it. While it is plenty big as a 2BR/2BA, it is full of stuff, furniture, photos, books, toys, etc. They have made a very nice office space in the main living area, but the drawback is that the living area is now very cramped. The main bedroom has 2 queen size beds in it, which is a bit weird, so we just ended up using one bed to keep our clothes on. The other bedroom with bunk beds is excellent for kids and more spacious. So overall, a great place and a great stay, and especially good if you are a couple with 1 or 2 kids. Just a bit cramped and crowded with stuff. We stayed for 2 weeks.

Great trip! House was very clean and comfortable with lots of amenities. The host was very communicative and helpful throughout the stay and rules and guidelines were very helpful!

Very nice place to host our large family Christmas gathering. Plenty of room for everybody. The game room was very much appreciated and well used.

I’ve been to Chicago many times but never to Wrigley Field. This place was amazing, just what we needed! It was faster to walk (20 minute walk) to and from the concert at Wrigley Field than to drive and park, taxi or Lyft. I communicated with the host about safety of walking at night. No problem. I had sent a message and he called me immediately. And also gave me recommendations on food and shopping that were spot on! We met locals and had a blast! The neighborhood is quiet and easy to park (but you do need to be able to parallel park and no one in the area drives big vehicles,.. only a few minute drive to downtown (Navy Pier area or take the L train for fast and cheap transportation without the hassle of parking). We were busy the entire time in the Chicago area so didn’t spend much time at the Airbnb but it was quiet, we slept great and just what we needed!

Had an amazing stay. Would definitely recommend. Very cool and unique spot.

Very comfy apartment in a great neighborhood. We were in town for a baseball game and it’s a terrific place for that, just about a 20-minute walk to Wrigley Field. The only thing to be concerned about is the stairs: there are two flights to get into the apartment and they’re fairly steep and small, so if you have mobility issues that would be a concern. I don’t and had no problem. Karen is a lovely host and was very helpful when I was getting into the place and unloading my stuff from my car. There are tons of restaurants and coffee shops in the area, so it’s a great place to explore and hang out.

Great stay. Liz and Martin suggested the farmers market down the street and was very impressed with it and brought some Chicago goodies back home with us . Property location was surrounded by decent restaurants. our room was nice and clean . we also hung out in the nice out door area right outside our door. nice and relaxing.

Jamie's place was absolutely adorable—just as pictured and described. The bedrooms were very nice, and the beds were super cozy. The kitchen was fully stocked with all the gadgets you’d need to prepare whatever you'd like, plus a few condiments, which was a nice touch. The bathroom was tidy and well-kept, with fresh, clean towels and linens provided. Jamie was more than welcoming and very accommodating to any requests. Even though she lives below the rental, she was incredibly respectful of our space—warm, friendly, and never intrusive. It truly felt like having my own little apartment. Overall, a wonderful place to stay, and I will definitely be returning.

Lovely flat, excellent collection of games and books. Very well stocked, super clean. Hosts were very friendly and responsive.

Keith’s place in Bucktown is a great find. The place itself is just as described- a spacious lower level apartment with a separate sitting area and well-stocked kitchen. The location is in a very walkable area among beautiful townhouses and plenty of restaurants, coffee shops and bars. Conveniently located to public transit to get to downtown and the airport. Would definitely stay here again!

We truly enjoyed our stay. It provided a great stop on our cross-country road trip and was a short walk to Northwestern University.

The location is perfect for getting to any part of Chicago. It's within walking distance of endless activities, and within one to two blocks of multiple "L" and subway lines that will take you anywhere. You are staying in the middle of the city, so you will hear the train and sirens throughout the night; however, the host provides disposable ear plugs which were very helpful. I had no problem sleeping throughout the night. Front desk staff is always friendly. The host is very responsive, and courteous. Washer and dryer in unit helped me with not having to pack as many cloths for my trip. Everything was spotless upon arrival. Would absolutely stay here again.

Ideal location for both business and leisure trips. The close proximity to the convention center is a big plus of you are attending a conference. You will find everything you need in the apartment and more. We were impressed by the attention that was given to every detail. You get stunning views of Chicago's skyline which makes it quite hard to leave the apartment at all.

Absolutely loved staying at Sylvia's! The camper is very conveniently located within the park - close to all the amenities and activities! Easy to access, beautiful grounds and a very peaceful stay for my family and I.

We had a fantastic time here! The property has an incredible deck that extends into the surrounding forest. We had breakfast outside every morning! If you love wildlife, you'll love this place.

Beautiful and eclectic home. It was perfect for our group of girls visiting from all over the U.S to attend our HS Reunion. Plenty of lovely spaces to gather or a private, quiet nook to read or rest. The pool was wonderful. Beds were super comfortable. Kitchen was large enough and well stocked to prepare meals. Andy was very responsive with any issues or questions. Highly recommend!

Great location in downtown Chicago with easy access to the city.

A great stay right near a Main Street. Tons of options for going out but still quiet in your space. Warning. You will smell the BBQ restaurant and you will salivating.

Stephen was a welcoming host and the cabin was exactly as described. The location is secluded and quiet, but you’re also close to groceries, restaurants and fun antique stores. Kitchen is well stocked for cooking meals, and the fireplace is cozy and perfect for relaxing. Even with snow on the ground we enjoyed strolling around the property down to the lake. A wonderful stay, we’d love to visit again.