Inns Magazine Issue 1 Volume 21 Spring Romance 2017 | Page 35

hicago is not only the Windy City but it is home to many architectural wonders. In a

suburb north of the city there is a wonderful community called Evanston which is very rich in historic and architecturally beautiful homes. The community offers hundreds of individually designed homes from years gone by, some are magnificent mansions and all are well appointed and just simply lovely.

Set amongst the grandeur is The Stone Porch by the Lake B&B, which is a beautifully restored English Tudor mansion that pays tribute to the late 1800s architecture. Luckily its fate was to be lovingly restored in the recent years. It offers five-star accommodations in all five of its beautiful suites. The attention to detail is astounding from the keyless entry to the designer decor, bed linens, luxurious towels and accoutrements. No one could've imagined this kind of WOW on the north side of Chicago. Well let me tell you the Stone Porch Inn by the Lake has arrived! The exterior offers yes you guessed a large front porch that looks across to the lake and in the backyard named the Bluestone Patio there's an incredible fireplace that is perfect to enjoy while stargazing with your favorite love and of course glass of wine! The five suites all surpass your expectations some with balconies. sitting room, fireplace and all with lovely views, you really get to experience a new kind of B&B. Come down the winding staircase for breakfast, it is included with your stay and as they say “They aim to please.” Enjoy coffee in the living room before or after, there is no rush, you’ll want to enjoy every minute and slow-mo is the perfect speed here. Breakfast in the formal dining room with views of Lake Michigan – who could wish for anything better to start your day!

The innkeepers create the gourmet breakfasts each morning, and house specialties are an everyday event. If romance is tugging at your heart then this is the destination to let love come alive!

300 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA

847-905-0133

www.stoneporchbb.com

ROMANCE AT

The Stone Porch Inn BY THE LAKE

By Mary Hughes

C