I wouldn't even give this place 1 star... complete rip off scam and they lie - owner is impossible…read moreto get ahold of... When I booked the room it said that it included free private parking at the location... less then 24hrs hours before check in I get an email stating ( there are 3 parking spots that's first come first serve and parking on road in front of house) ok well that should be put on the description before u book the hotel cause I would've never booked with them if I'd known u had to park over 2 miles from the hotel... We got their at 3:11pm check in was 3pm - we got there and no parking for over 2 miles away from house on the side of a road in a sketchy area... We had no way of knowing about this until we arrived because their description was a lie and not detailed enough... They didn't say they had 6 rooms but only 3 parking spaces... We had 2 large suitcases, a large duffel bag. And a large cooler that they expected us to walk over 2 miles with to the house to check in... We never made it in the building - after about a half hour of calling and messaging with no response from owners we left to book another hotel over 20 minutes further and at another 200.00 in costs... we had no way to cancel the room backseat we couldn't get ahold of anyone so they said because we didn't cancel they are kept 80.00 of the 94.05 we paid to book the room stating well we said parking was first come first serve.... YEAH LESS THEN 24HRS BEFORE OUR RESERVATION WHEN IT WAS ALREADY TO LATE TO CANCEL THE ROOM.... SCAM SCAM SCAM WITH NO RESPONSE OWNERS STAY AWAY FROM THIS HOUSE - It completely ruined me from ever staying at a bed and breakfast and definitely check out all their other bad reviews...

Green leaf is amazing! The house is so cute, and it's in a great area. It's affordable and it feels…read morelike home, instead of staying at a sterile hotel. There's friendly notes everywhere and fun art. There's even a gold ET In the TV room. The kitchen is open and is stocked with breakfast deliciousness. honestly, I don't know there are t more reviews. We have to go to Rockford, but my kid loves it here and would rather be here the whole time. He's 9 and is super hard to please. Making reservations and getting g in was super easy. love love love Greenleaf.

I booked a stay with House 5863 through Expedia from July 12th to 14th 2026. On his Expedia page,…read moreit said that minors were allowed and the minimum check in age was 21. Expedia marked it as a "pay at property," for a total of $378.36. Two days later my card was charged by the property for a total of $563.20. It said that the card was manually entered, so he took my information that I used to book with Expedia and abused that. The owner of the property sent me a terms and conditions sheet via text and asked me to sign it along with asking me to send over a government ID. Before signing (which, I never signed it,) I read over the terms and conditions report, which was not present when I booked, and it stated that no minors were allowed on site. I was traveling with my 14 year old sister, so I questioned him about this and he told me that no minors were allowed and I couldn't stay. I asked him to either make an exception or refund me due to the mismatch in information. He said he wouldn't do that and cancelled my booking on me while refusing a refund. I also figured out that the extra $200ish that he charged me was for a deposit (which also was not listed on Expedia) and a property fee. To my knowledge, it's illegal to have hidden fees now, so I don't understand why that wasn't included with the upfront pricing. He then ghosted me, so I tried to contact both Expedia and my credit card to get my money back. Right before ghosting he said that I needed to contact Expedia despite the fact that he directly charged my card. Expedia said that the money had to come back from the property, yet every time they contacted him, he refused to do so. My credit card viewed it as a valid transaction since I booked it myself, however, I noticed upon going through documentation that he provided to my credit card company that he forged my signature on the original terms and conditions report that he sent them. Throughout this entire process Eric was extremely rude and unhelpful. This guy is a scammer...do not believe the good reviews, he's an opportunist who will take advantage of everyone who comes his way. Notice his responses to poor reviews are all copy and pasted...maybe the reason he survived the horrible recession of 2008 and the pandemic of 2020 is because he takes money from everyone he possibly can. NEVER BOOK HERE, I just lost a whole month of rent because of this crook.

Read the reviews. This entire operation is a scam. They cancelled my prepaid reservation by saying…read moreI never paid. Reality is they found they could rent for more money. Don't understand how they are allowed to continue operating. Look at Trip Advisor for their canned and aggressive responses to complaints.

This was our first time staying at a bed and breakfast and I am glad we did! The house was…read morebeautiful and so clean. We stayed in Sir James room and it was spacious, clean, and had a private bathroom. The back patio is a great touch - perfectly shaded in the summer with a great warm breeze. Sherry was an excellent host - very friendly, personable, and hospitable. The breakfast was delicious. If I ever go back to Algonquin, I would stay here over any of the hotels. The location is also great - it is right downtown Algonquin with great restaurants, walking/biking paths, ice cream & coffee shops, within in walking distance.

Spent a week at this lovely B and B in mid-September-- probably my 7th or 8th visit! As usual, I…read morefelt warmly welcomed and that I was "coming home." Sherry Brewer, the attentive innkeeper, does a superb job! The beautiful, old well-kept home provides a cozy and comfortable environment. It is located walking-distance to the picturesque downtown with its excellent restaurants, parks, and a day spa. I am already planning a return visit next Spring. Sherry M Arlington, Virginia

Best B&B in Chicago! This was our first time at this location, and it was wonderful. The staff…read moremakes you feel welcome, and the seasonal menu options are delicious. I highly recommend the build your own Bloody Mary bar with a made from scratch Bloody Mary mix. We will definitely be back!

A few firsts of 2008... Chicago, Thanksgiving in the snow,…read moreand a first at a bed and breakfast. 2 years later I still reminisce. I regret forgetting the owner's name but he really was the most pleasant and hospitable person. My favorite part of the mansion was a quiet comfy library nook that had a hanging decorative wreath made of artfully interwoven branches and lights. It spread across the ceiling and added warmth to their hospitality. I wouldn't hesitate to board here once more.

A very interesting bed and breakfast. Being from the west coast, I wasn't expecting a giant house…read morequite like this. Filled with antiques, it's a really quite extravagant inside and out. The owner Steve was very friendly, and prepared a great breakfast for us. Afterwards, he sat around and talked about the history of both the house and the city of Dundee. The bed was comfortable, and we were in the biggest suite, so we had a HUGE tub in our room. It definitely is a place to consider if you're traveling through this part of the country!

I hope not to stay in another hotel in Chicago again. The Publishing House is just that charming…read moreand wonderful. The rooms have everything I want: a place to hang my clothes, shelves to put my things, a desk to work upon, an easy to connect to bluetooth speaker, nice bath products, and a comfy bed with great sheets. There's a closet with clothing steamers (a must have hotel item for me!), irons and DISTILLED WATER. Anyone who is serious about steaming uses distilled water to do it. (Thank you for knowing this, Publishing House!) I went directly to this closet to get myself a steamer! There's a kitchen where you can make yourself a pot of tea (or coffee) any time, a fridge you can put your food in, and a beautifully appointed living room that you can hang out in (with, or without, your friends). I don't usually eat breakfast but the breakfast (included in your stay!) is too good to pass up! Glorious cooked breakfasts plus fruit, granola, yogurt, and homemade baked goods. The staff is made up of talented and attractive staff who are also kind and helpful. The Publishing House is my dream come true. If I could find a place like it in New York, Toronto, and LA I'd be 10X happier to travel to those cities.

Heavenly Loft B&B. My husband and I stayed at the Publishing House for four wonderful nights…read more Our room, the Carmen, was even better than shown in photos. Quiet, exquisitely comfortable bed, spotlessly clean and uniquely decorated (in all the right ways). We felt like we were guests in the amazing home of a contemporary art collector. The pantry was a treat for quick snacks and refrigerator space. Breakfasts were inventive, delicious and health conscious. The "public" areas were spacious enough to share with other guests easily, nothing like a hotel lobby lounge. The hosts were great with communicating check-in and checkout, as well as friendly tips about the front door during a humid weekend. The list of restaurants and local shops was beyond useful. We also enjoyed happy hour in the affiliated restaurant below. This was our first trip to Chicago in a long time, we had such a good time, we'll be back in the fall and the Publishing House B&B will be our first choice to stay.

Stayed here one night while in town for a wedding--the couple had arranged a discount rate for…read moreguests. Not sure I would want to know what the full rate was. The room was small but clean, everying we needed for our short stay. The shower is very spacious by hotel standards. Didn't get out to explore the neighborhood, but it looked like a pleasant area with some interesting dining options. We were concerned when we saw the El line running not far from the hotel, but it was actually not loud. Parking is by valet only, $40/night. At least when we needed the car it was brought quickly.

This is a great location and the hotel allowed dogs which is why we went here. Close to the L and…read moreeasy to walk around. They also have an outdoor area on the 6th floor which was nice. The reason I removed two stars is because of the fire alarm testing situation. Nothing was said ahead of time about this happening. The signs posted once we got there said between 8am-1pm someone would need to enter our room for one minute. This was false. The alarm testing started in the entire hotel and loudly in every room and space starting at 8am. It went continuous until 11am. The elevators were also being tested and not usable off and on during this day. The staff were not helpful.

On my Ending mission to find the best burgers in the city, this place, definitely hits near the…read moretop. Phenomenal service, very chill and laid-back atmosphere, and a bill that won't break the bank. I personally loved every bite of the burger. It is very heavy on the sauce, but that's something I really enjoy. Very crispy classic Smashburger exterior, with juicy middle. I downed it with one of their craft cocktails, a dill pickle martini, which definitely takes a lot of courage to create something like this, but it was much better than I expected. Exquisitely paired.

Liked the neighborhood spot vibes and sat at the bar which had great people watching. Had the Mac…read moreand cheese bites which were so good - that ranch sauce is amazing, and smash burgers with well done fries. Would come back for the fries alone. Bloody Mary's and the dill pickle beer side car was a good combo and we got their hot sauce to make it as spicy as desired. Dan was great but we did have a considerable lag between Mac and cheese bites and the burgers coming out. Two others who grabbed a seat after us got their burgers at the same time as ours.

On a lark I decided to try the Valparaiso Inn on the way home from a road trip that crashed and…read moreburned due to a check engine light It was a great experience! Pricing was in line with hundreds of other rooms I have had at Hotels across America, Asia and Europe. The personal touch the owner, Jim added to the experience was amazing! Tea, when I checked followed By Tea and handmade breakfast. All the rooms have in-suite bathrooms, Jim did all the work on the renovations! Over 4 years, the workmanship was incredible! Though not on my way to anyplace I am likely to go, I will definitely stay here again. As an FYI, I have over 2300 nights at Bonvoy properties and a few hundred spread across other hotel chains. I know great rooms and an exceptional experience

I've never stayed at a Bed & Breakfast so I had no idea what to expect. First, I was unaware that…read morecheck-in time was between 3-6 PM so I felt bad that we arrived after 8 PM. However, Jim (the owner and host), was extremely gracious and welcoming. We went straight to our rooms after a brief "interview" with Jim. Necessary to determine our likes and dislikes for breakfast. Our rooms were beautiful. Impeccably kept. We learned Jim is responsible for laying the tile in the bathrooms. There aren't any televisions in the rooms on purpose. I'll be sure to pack a book next time I stay at a B&B. Our daughter was with us so it was nice to visit with her instead of being distracted by a television. Our first morning, we had breakfast with a few of the other guests. Jim prepared Scrambled Eggs served in a Roasted Bell Pepper, with Asparagus, Garlic Grits (AMAZING), salad and fruit. Prior to receiving our main breakfast course, we were served warm, cinnamon bananas and also a chocolate croissant. The next morning, we had a private breakfast. We were served Poached Pears, a Carrot Cake muffin, followed by Quiche, Potatoes, Sausage, & fruit. Both days, Jim catered to my daughter's dislike of eggs making her French Toast with Cinnamon Apples the first day and Oatmeal with Cinnamon Apples (our suggestion) the second day. The entire Inn is very inviting. Jim sat with us at breakfast our second and last morning and shared his story with us. Highly recommend the Valparaiso Inn. So glad we were booked here.

Absolutely perfect B&B! Quaint, charming, comfortable and close to downtown. Loved the historical…read moredecorations and original woodwork details. Our room was perfect and the bed was very comfy. Shared bathroom was a nice size. Homemade snacks and breakfast were amazing! Sheri is a wonderful host and we even got to meet her dog. A wonderful stay for New Years Eve! ********

Everything a B&B should be by definition. A welcoming home, room to ramble, whimsically decorated…read moreand filled with antiques, a super high quality BED, and a fabulous scratch made breakfast. I travel to Antioch monthly and have stayed here the last three trips. The innkeeper, Sherri, greets me at the door with a huge smile and makes me feel welcome and not intruded on at the same time. Many nice touches include bottled water and a snack in the room, an antique key on the keychain, nice bath products, fluffy big towels and great sheets. I can count on a good night's sleep and a made to order breakfast. A fabulous value in Antioch.