We enjoyed our stay at House 5863 this past weekend. We were in town from Milwaukee for a quick…read morevisit to Chicago and this establishment met all of your needs. Checking in was a breeze. Check in times were clearly communicated and we were able to arrive on our schedule as all of the details we needed to gain entrance to the building and our room had been communicated to us prior to our arrival. The building itself is clean and cozy. Everything is on the 2nd floor. There is no elevator, but the stairs are wide and not at all hard to climb. If you do have trouble with stairs this might be something to consider, however. The 2nd floor has the guestrooms, a comfortable common area, and a kitchen area. We did not have time to hang out in the common area, but it looked like a nice space to relax: a comfy couch and some chairs, television, board games, writing desk. The kitchen was great. They have everything you need to cover the start of your day: cereal, oatmeal, pastries, coffee, juice, soda, fruit, and more. It's a help yourself kind of thing (you even load your own dishes in the dishwasher), but that makes it super convenient. You can just amble into the kitchen when you wake up and grab anything you want. This was a really nice feature. The room itself (we were in room 2) was clean and well appointed. It was not fancy, but it had everything we needed: bed, a place to hang up clothing and jackets, a television, a few chairs. The bed was comfortable. The room was a little warm and we could not figure out if we could adjust the heat, but adjusting the ceiling fan was all we eventually needed to make the room the right temperature. We had a private bathroom, but it was not attached to our room. We had to leave our room and cross the hallway. This was not a big deal for us, but something to think about if that kind of thing might make you uncomfortable. It looks like some of the rooms might contain a bathroom that is en suite, so if that is important to you maybe it is something you can request when you book your stay. The bathroom itself was clean. The shower was awesome, by the way. I really recommend staying here. It was comfy and cozy. The building itself was quiet. We could occasionally hear someone cough in another room, but it was not at all noisy. The neighborhood was also quiet. It's close to the L and within walking distance of some great restaurants and bars. We took advantage of the unseasonably warm weather and walked quite a bit Saturday night. There is quite a bit of street parking, but I recommend grabbing a spot before it gets too late. We parked around 4:30 and did not have trouble finding a spot, but when we came back for the night there did not appear to be many (if any) open spots. I'd say get a spot early and then use something like Lyft or public transportation to get around the city. We would definitely come back the next time we're looking for a place to stay in the city. It more than covered our needs and we really enjoyed our stay.

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.

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

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.

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!

Great dog great place great vibes. Enough said. What more can you ask for honestly. Love that dog…read morereally special

lots of fun! 10/10 recommend, good service, nice employees, will try to come again soonread more

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.