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The Cottage at Locavore Farm 32-Acre Prairie, Pond & Farm-to-Table Stay provides amenities like a firepit and a garden. Stay connected with in-room WiFi.

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10 out of 10
Exceptional

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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 685 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Breakfast available
  • Parking available
  • Water view

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About this property

The Cottage at Locavore Farm 32-Acre Prairie, Pond & Farm-to-Table Stay

  • The Cottage at Locavore Farm | Restored Historic Farm Stay on a 32-Acre Prairie, Pond & Farm-to-Table Destination

    Welcome to The Cottage at Locavore Farm, a fully restored, 100-year-old cottage set within a peaceful 32-acre working farm with prairie, pasture, gardens, woods, and a one-acre pond.

    Once a quiet countryside retreat for its original owners, The Cottage has been thoughtfully renovated with charm, simplicity, and respect for its historic beginnings. Tastefully decorated and designed for rest, it sleeps up to six guests with two queen bedrooms and a queen sleeper sofa, making it a comfortable stay for couples, small families, or friends looking for a peaceful farm getaway.

    Locavore Farm is internationally recognized by Frommer’s as one of 100 destinations featured in Comfort in the Wild and nationally known for its signature Dine on the Land farm-to-table dinners featuring chefs from around the country. Guests may book The Cottage simply as a quiet farm stay, or purchase tickets separately to one of Locavore’s seasonal experiences, including Dine on the Land dinners and weekly Thursday farm events from May through October.

    This is an authentic, running family farm where guests can connect with nature, walk the prairie, relax by the pond, visit the farm shop, fish, watch the sunrise, and observe the restoration of land once conventionally farmed into a place of beauty, abundance, rest, and life.

    The Cottage includes the essentials for a comfortable stay, including a kitchen and dining area, mini-fridge, coffee pot, tea kettle, convection/air-fryer oven combo, pots and pans, bottled water, coffee, cream, tea, sugar, and other items available upon request. The bathroom includes a shower and bath with a double sink.

    During your stay, guests may participate in Locavore Farm experiences and events, including weekly Thursday farm gatherings and select Saturday Dine on the Land dinners. All farm experiences, dining events, special events, drinks, and tickets are sold separately. Please visit our website for current dates, details, availability, and reservations.

    For larger groups or additional accommodations, Locavore Farm also offers a separate restored Farmhouse that sleeps eight, available through another listing.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchenette
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Breakfast available for a fee
  • Chef service
  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Farming classes

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • At least 80% organic food
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Composting
  • Eco-friendly cleaning products used
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • Farming classes
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Locally sourced food prioritized
  • Locally-owned and organized tours and activities
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 912 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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
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Grant Park, IL

What's nearby

  • Balmoral Woods Country Club
    17 min drive - 24.4 km
  • Midwest Training & Ice Center
    24 min drive - 25.0 km
  • Shrine of the Christ's Passion
    25 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Ceadar Lake Beach
    28 min drive - 27.2 km
  • Olivet Nazarene University
    32 min drive - 53.7 km

Getting around

  • Dyer Station
    32 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's
    14 min drive
  • Circle K
    14 min drive
  • Casey's General Store
    20 min drive
  • Dunkin'
    14 min drive
  • Pa-Chan-Ga Beecher
    12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage at Locavore Farm 32-Acre Prairie, Pond & Farm-to-Table Stay pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Cottage at Locavore Farm 32-Acre Prairie, Pond & Farm-to-Table Stay?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage at Locavore Farm 32-Acre Prairie, Pond & Farm-to-Table Stay?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage at Locavore Farm 32-Acre Prairie, Pond & Farm-to-Table Stay located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 16 mi (25 km) of Midwest Training & Ice Center, Shrine of the Christ's Passion, and Ceadar Lake Beach. South Shore Arts- Crown Point Branch and Centennial Park are also within 20 mi (32 km).

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