Located in the Evanston, suburb of Chicago ….. this bed and breakfast is one of America’s great finds. It offers the opulence and details of a fine boutique hotel.
Stone Terrace was built in 1883, and was a single-family home for well over a century and is registered as an Evaston historic landmark. It is situated across the street from Lake Michigan and offers the most majestic view of the lake 24/7.
In recent years it has been lovingly restored and I mean it’s vibrant! Details, rich furnishings, wood panel, fireplaces, chandeliers, and marble just to tempt you to read more. It’s the grand dame of bed and breakfasts! It is now a member of Select Registry Distinguished Inns of America and operates as a boutique style bed and breakfast that offers the wow factor.
The Tudor home offers five decadent suites, which have heated marble floors in the bathrooms and TVs behind the mirrored vanities. Yes it’s like magic, as you soak in the tub or get ready for the day these state-of-the-art televisions will absolutely astound you! Each of the suites has been named after historical, prominent women that made a difference.
There are no keys here, the keyless fobs just open the door automatically for you. Once inside your room you’ll love the details and accoutrements like the softest, silkiest sheets as you slide into bed and lay your head down on the fluffiest pillows!
The rooms are truly opulent and you’ll want to spend time in the second floor private library, the perfect place to enjoy a glass of wine.
The welcoming innkeepers Chef Tom Zipprich and wife Suzy are there to make your stay one to remember.
Breakfast each morning either served in the morning room, dining room or outside terrace is an absolute treat unsurpassed. Chef Tom creates masterpieces each day that will tantalize your taste buds. From the fruit dish that starts your morning to Gruyere Cheese Gougère (see recipe for this Chef Tom has shared) it will definitely be a great beginning to your day.
Put Stone Terrace on your travel radar, it is guaranteed to make your next B&B getaway outstanding!
Stone Terrace Bed and Breakfast
1622 Forest Place,
Evanston, Illinois,
847.859.2198
By Mary Hughes
‘Simply Breathtaking’
Stone Terrace Luxury B&B
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