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The Country Life - house

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Property grounds
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Smart TV

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 14139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Markham, IL
  • Place, Oak Hill Park
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Ravisloe Country Club
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Gaelic Park
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪43 min drive‬

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About the area

Markham

This holiday home places you in the heart of Markham, 25.1 km (15.6 mi) from Lake Michigan. Highlights at this holiday home include a kitchen, free WiFi and a patio. .Home features 2 bathrooms, a sofa bed and a living room. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A dining area, a Smart TV and a coffee/tea maker are also available. .This smoke-free holiday home offers limo/town car service, a garden and barbecues. .Sights within a 10-minute drive of this Markham holiday home include Ingalls Memorial Hospital and Advocate South Suburban Hospital.

What's nearby

  • Oak Hill Park - 5 min drive - 6.7 km
  • Ravisloe Country Club - 7 min drive - 9.4 km
  • Gaelic Park - 9 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre - 10 min drive - 13.6 km
  • University of Chicago - 22 min drive - 28.8 km

Getting around

  • Midlothian Station - 4 min drive
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Burger King - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Popeyes Louisiana Kitchen - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪Sharks Fish & Chicken - ‬3 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

The Country Life - house

The Country life is a beautiful suburban home just 20 minute from Chicago. The entire house is yours to take in this peaceful setting. Sleeps up to 14* people comfortably with 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and a fully equip kitchen ; 2 living areas to relax with comfortable couches and chairs while sipping fresh keurig brewed coffee. 1 Bedroom contains 1 Full bed, 2 Bedrooms contain 2 Twin beds each 1 Full bathroom and a Sofa Bed. In the garden unit you will find 1 Bedroom Queen and 3/4 bathroom, 2 Single beds and a Sofa Bed. Large televisions throughout the house with Roku and Wifi for your streaming pleasure. Smoking Indoors not allowed but relax out on the deck after your day of fun or enjoy the huge yard with it's beautiful view. Or perhaps you would like to fire up the barbeque grill or fire pit if weather permits. NO Events, Large Gathering, or Unauthorized Guest allowed reservation cancelled immediately with no refunds. ***SECURITY CAMERAS are on the outside perimeter of house and garage. Ring Camera is at front door. Early check in/Late check out fee based. * Add'l guest fee over 8
Midway or O'Hare approximately 30-45 min. Downtown Chicago/Lakefront 35 min. Country Club Hills outdoor music theater 5-7 min; Tinley Park Convention Center 15 min. Walmart , movie theater, eateries and more 5 min. Add'l Restaurants and shopping 15 minutes in the neighboring communities.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Limo/town car service
  • Car recommended
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Kitchenette
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

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.
  • Accessible parking space
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near an outlet shopping centre
  • Next to a golf course
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Casino nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding 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)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 25

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

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

Rules

Unauthorized events of any type are not allowed. Reservation cancelled and/or $500.00 penalty. No refunds

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: May not be suitable for infants/toddlers - STAIRS

Events

No events allowed
Events and unauthorized guest are not 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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: Events and unauthorized guest are not allowed.
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Note from host: Events and unauthorized guest are not allowed. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a deadbolt lock in all accommodation.

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property
The Country Life House Markham
The Country Life - House Markham
The Country Life - House Private vacation home
The Country Life - House Private vacation home Markham

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to The Country Life - house?

The closest beach to The Country Life - house is Munson Beach (18.1 km).

Does The Country Life - house have a pool?

No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at The Country Life - house?

No, The Country Life - house does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at The Country Life - house?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at The Country Life - house?

No, pets are not allowed.

Is there a golf course on site at The Country Life - house?

There is a golf course next to The Country Life - house.

The Country Life - house Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Beatrice J.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lot of room for all my kids, the kids enjoyed the games and being able to relax. It was a beautiful place and I would definitely be visiting again
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place to stay. A little dated but it worked out great. Pictures and description needs to be updated. There is to bathrooms with a shower, not one.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025