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    Skylight Room - Main Wing
    Egret Room - North Wing
    Chickadee Room - North Wing
    DaVinci Room - Main Wing
    Room with a View - Main Wing
    West Room Bathroom - Main Wing
    Main Wing Exterior
    Cardinal Room - North Wing
    DaVinci Room sitting area - Main Wing
    East Room Bathroom - Main Wing
    West Room - Main Wing
    Breakfast - mmm...
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    • Address 2144 N Leavitt
      Chicago, IL 60647
      USA
    • Phone+1-773-384-3245
    • Fax+1-773-384-3252
    • Toll free+1-800-355-2324
    • EmailContact Innkeeper
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    Ray's european style Bed and Breakfast is located in Chicago’s vibrant Bucktown neighborhood. Our 11 unique bedrooms all come with private baths. Rate includes a full cooked to order breakfast, free bottled water, coffee, tea, use of our steam room, sauna, WIFI, DSL and HDTV. We have one resident cat, Maggie. The Bed and Breakfast is just a walk away from shopping, spas, salons or saloons!

    Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 29 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  5
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  5

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    I couldn't have asked for a better experience!

    November 03, 2012

    This was my first time staying at a bed and breakfast and I had a fantastic experience. From the rooms to the service and the overall appearance of the entire place, I was absolutely in awe. I loved the decor and the art all over the building and in the room. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and I felt right at home. I'll definitely be staying here again and I recommend it to anyone who is looking for a little home away from home while traveling! Thank you to the staff at Ray's. You guys rock! :)

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Wonderful and relaxing

    September 24, 2012

    Our first experience at a B & B and was absolutely wonderful. We stayed at this fantastic B & B over several days in Chicago for our daughter's wedding and it was so comfortable and cozy. A wonderful place to return to every night after very hectic days. And the staff was so friendly and helpful! We just loved the homey, warm atmosphere. And of course those delicious breakfasts every morning! Thank you for providing such a refreshing and calming place during a very hectic and stressful time! Will recommend you to everyone going to Chicago!!

    4.6 out of 5
     

    Like staying with a good friend only better!

    March 04, 2012

    What a fun place! We stayed only one night but hated to leave. Awesome hospitality from a generous host whose goal seems to be to meet any need you might have. We felt totally at home. The steam bath and sauna were an unexpected surprise. Breakfast was amazing. The B&B is located in an historical part of Chicago which has undergone transformation to a great place to play with many varied shops and restaurants to pick from. A very short ride to downtown, but we never made it there as we had plenty of entertainment nearby. We've told a lot of people about this hidden gem and will be back!

    5 out of 5
     

    Great place

    January 15, 2012

    We stayed in the Skylight Room and it was very clean and quiet. The breakfast was amazing! A great place in a great part of Chicago.


    Location

    Innkeeper Information

    Innkeeper(s)

    Ray Reiss

    Innkeepers Description:

    Antiquing, photography, Texas Hold-em poker

    The innkeepers speak:

    • English

    Resident Pets

    2 Cats , North Wing rooms are cat free. Others

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  • Rooms & Rates

    • Nightly Rate $119 - $209

    Da Vinci Room

    This sunny room has a pillow-top queen bed and a full bed. In addition to generous desk space and hardwood floors, the room has three built-in wall cabinets. Like all the rooms, it has a TV and TiVo with satellite service, a DVD player, high speed internet, a phone and a lock on the door. The adjacent private bathroom has two large windows that allow plenty of natural light. The room also has radiant floor-heat under the tumbled marble floor, with a whirlpool bathtub and two shower heads. Outside the bathroom is a second sink and vanity table in a small sitting room.

    • Maximum Capacity: 4
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen , 1 Double

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    Skylight Room

    The Skylight Room features hardwood floors and a large skylight window; you can lay in bed watching the clouds float by. This charming room has a queen bed with a pillow-top mattress, a couch that can open up into a full sized memory foam topped futon and a desk. Like all the rooms, it has a TV and TiVo with satellite service, a DVD player, high speed internet (both WIFI and wired into each room), a multi-line phone (part of a phone system) and a lock on the door. Your private bathroom, is down one flight of private steps from your room, and has a whirlpool bathtub, shower and marble floors.

    • Maximum Capacity: 4
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen , 1 Double

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    East Room

    Located on the garden level near the community rooms (kitchen, sauna, steam room and HDTV), this room has a pillow-top queen bed. It also includes a twin day bed and a desk. Like all the rooms, it has a TV and TiVo with satellite service, a DVD player, high speed internet, a phone and a lock on the door. The private bathroom has four shower heads, two on each side for a luxurious shower, and a deep bathtub for those nights you just want to have a quiet soak. Four heat lamps (on a rheostat) keep you nice and warm out of the tub.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen , 1 Twin

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    West Room

    This room has a queen bed along with three sleeping compartments, each with a twin bed, privacy curtains and reading lights. It also has a great exhaust fan, ceiling fan and window. Like all the rooms, it has a TV and TiVo with satellite service, a DVD player, high speed internet (both WIFI and wired into each room), a multi-line phone (part of a phone system) and a lock on the door. The marbled & glass block bathroom has two stylish sinks, a shower, radiant floor heat and plenty of natural light.

    • Maximum Capacity: 5
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen , 3 Twin

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    Room-With-A-View

    This room has a king bed which can be divided into two twin beds upon request -- with a duel head and foot raising mechanism. The bathroom has a tiled shower, heated tile floor, custom-built oversized tiled sink and a giant skylight which provides lots of natural light. The bedroom also has a giant desk and a great view down tree-lined Webster Ave. Like all the rooms, it has a TV and TiVo with satellite service, a DVD player, high speed internet (both WIFI and wired into each room), a multi-line phone (part of a phone system) and a lock on the door. Get up early and watch the sun rise over the St. Hedwig bell tower!

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Flamingo Room

    Located on the rear of the first floor with a pillow-topped queen bed and three windows. It has hardwood floors with our largest private en-suite bathroom with a two person whirlpool tub, separate shower and radiant floor heat. It has a HDTV and DVR with cable service including a large selection of free on-demand movies and premium channel shows. All rooms have WIFI and locked doors.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    Cardinal Room

    Located on the first floor with hardwood floors and a pillow-topped queen bed and twin bed and three windows. This budget room has a private bathroom, but it is right outside your room. It has a tub & shower and radiant floor heat. The room has a HDTV and DVR with cable service including a large selection of free on-demand movies and premium channel shows. The rooms all have WIFI

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen , 1 Twin

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    Chickadee Room

    Located on the first floor with a pillow-topped king bed and two windows. It has hardwood floors with a private en-suite bathroom with a tub & shower and radiant floor heat. It has an ADA toilet and grab bars. It has a HDTV and DVR with cable service including a large selection of free on-demand movies and premium channel shows. All rooms have WIFI.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King

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    Eagle's Nest

    This sunny room with six windows and hardwood floors is located on the second floor looking down tree lined Webster Ave. It has a pillow-topped king bed and a twin bed. It has a private en-suite bathroom with a tub & shower. It has a HDTV and DVR with cable service including a large selection of free on-demand movies and premium channel shows. All rooms have WIFI.

    • Maximum Capacity: 3
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 King , 1 Twin

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    Woodpecker Room

    Located on the second floor with hardwood floors and a pillow-topped queen bed and two windows. It has a private en-suite bathroom with a tub & shower and radiant floor heat. It has a HDTV and DVR with cable service including a large selection of free on-demand movies and premium channel shows. All rooms have WIFI.

    • Maximum Capacity: 2
    • Bathroom Private Bath
    • Beds 1 Queen

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    Policy

    Reservation Policy

    • Check In: 3:00 p.m.    Check Out: Noon

    • Minimum Stay: Minimum two-night stay, three-night minimum on weekends April - October.

    • Deposit Amount Required: You will be charged one nights stay, including tax, as your deposit.

    • Cancellations: There is a $25.00 per room fee for all cancellations. If cancellations are made within 14 days of the reservation, and we are able to rebook the rooms we will refund all but a $25.00 fee. If we are NOT able to rebook the room, you are responsible for your entire reservation.

    • Open All Year Round: Yes


    General Policies

    • Smoking Allowed: Limited

    • Guest Pets Allowed: No

    • Drinking Allowed: Yes

    • Drinks Available: No

    • Suitable For Children: Limited

    • Childcare Provided: Limited : List of babysitting services available upon request

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  • Reviews

    Score Breakdown based on 29 Reviews

    4.5 out of 5
     
    • Guest room  4
    • Services  4
    • Value  4
    • Cleanliness  4
    • Dining  4

    Explanation of Our Ratings

      Outstanding
      Exceeded my expectations
      Met my expectations
      Okay, but below average
      Unsatisfactory
    5 out of 5
     

    I couldn't have asked for a better experience!

    November 03, 2012

    This was my first time staying at a bed and breakfast and I had a fantastic experience. From the rooms to the service and the overall appearance of the entire place, I was absolutely in awe. I loved the decor and the art all over the building and in the room. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful and I felt right at home. I'll definitely be staying here again and I recommend it to anyone who is looking for a little home away from home while traveling! Thank you to the staff at Ray's. You guys rock! :)

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Wonderful and relaxing

    September 24, 2012

    Our first experience at a B & B and was absolutely wonderful. We stayed at this fantastic B & B over several days in Chicago for our daughter's wedding and it was so comfortable and cozy. A wonderful place to return to every night after very hectic days. And the staff was so friendly and helpful! We just loved the homey, warm atmosphere. And of course those delicious breakfasts every morning! Thank you for providing such a refreshing and calming place during a very hectic and stressful time! Will recommend you to everyone going to Chicago!!

    4.6 out of 5
     

    Like staying with a good friend only better!

    March 04, 2012

    What a fun place! We stayed only one night but hated to leave. Awesome hospitality from a generous host whose goal seems to be to meet any need you might have. We felt totally at home. The steam bath and sauna were an unexpected surprise. Breakfast was amazing. The B&B is located in an historical part of Chicago which has undergone transformation to a great place to play with many varied shops and restaurants to pick from. A very short ride to downtown, but we never made it there as we had plenty of entertainment nearby. We've told a lot of people about this hidden gem and will be back!

    5 out of 5
     

    Great place

    January 15, 2012

    We stayed in the Skylight Room and it was very clean and quiet. The breakfast was amazing! A great place in a great part of Chicago.

    5 out of 5
     

    Chicago's Best B&B

    October 21, 2011

    My husband and I passed through Chicago on on our honeymoon. We spent two nights at Ray's and hated to leave. The staff is welcoming, friendly, and personable; the B&B itself is fun, whimsical, and comfortable. We stayed in the DaVinci room which has a jacuzzi tub and way more space than a typical hotel room. The location was perfect with plenty of restaurants around. The breakfasts were delicious. The steam room was a real treat, and not something you typically get at a B&B. Ray's offers large hotel amenities at a B&B. We felt like our every whim was catered to. Ray's is a treasure.

    5 out of 5
     

    Home away from home

    August 09, 2011

    Ray and his staff are super-friendly and attentive to all your needs. Rooms are comfortable and quiet. The breakfasts are delicious -- we don't want to leave!

    4.2 out of 5
     

    Excellent food and hospitality

    March 27, 2011

    Quiet, interesting inn located near public transportation. The host and staff couldn't have done more to make us welcome. Great breakfast and conversation. A real winner!

    3.6 out of 5
     

    Chicago 2010

    January 21, 2011

    Very quaint and quiet place. Extremely nice staff. Very Comfortable.


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  • Location Type

    • Trendy neighborhood

    • City

    City -

    • Directions to property:
      Located in Chicago's near northwest neighborhood of Bucktown, we are 2200 North and 2200 West off the Kennedy Expressway (90-94) between Fullerton/Damen/Armitage

    Airport

    • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare) 12 miles

    • Directions to property:
      Take 90-94 East toward downtown Chicago, exit at Fullerton. Take a left at Fullerton, go about 3/10 mile, right at Damen, go 2/10 mile , right at Webser go 2/10 mile till Webster street ends at Leavitt and you will be looking at Ray's Bucktown B&B


    Area Attractions

    • Antique Shopping

    • Aquarium

    • Art Galleries

    • Beach

    • Concert venue

    • Gourmet/Fine Dining

    • Historical interests

    • Lake

    • Live Music

    • Movie Theater

    • Museum

    • Performing Theater

    • Picnic area

    • Zoo

    • Bicycle riding trails

    • sauna & steam room

    • neighborhood spa & salons

    • Shopping

    • Sight-seeing

    • Swimming

    • Tennis courts

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  • Amenities

    Type:

    • Bed and Breakfast

    • Urban Inn

    • Spa

    Property highlights

    • Business travel

    • Family Travel

    • Gourmet food

    • Group events

    • Weddings

    On-site

    • Amenities Basket

    • Board games

    • Ceiling fans

    • Computer

    • Conference Rooms

    • Copier

    • In-room internet

    • Desk

    • Fax Machine

    • Hot tub/whirlpool tub

    • Library

    • Private entrance

    • Radio

    • Telephone

    • VCR

    • Washer/dryer

    Guest room(s)

    • Air conditioning

    • Alarm clock

    • Bath robes

    • CD player

    • DVD Player

    • Hairdryer

    • Internet Service

    • Ironing Board

    • Satellite/Cable TV

    • TV

    • Wi-Fi

    Other

    • TiVo/DVR in each room

    • professional kitchen

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  • Breakfast

    • Type: cooked-to-order breakfast, for guests at the B&B,

    • Time Served: as requested by guest

    • Serving Location: Breakfast/dining area,Dining Room,Guest room

    Special meal options

    • Low fat

    • Restrictive

    • Vegetarian

    • as per guest's needs

    Additional food services

    • Free bottled water, coffee and tea

    Recipes

    Breakfast-Brunch

    Whole Wheat (or Buttermilk) Pancakes
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 10 min

    Sauce

    Fruit Compote
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 30 min

    Side Dish

    Ray's Roasted Reds
    Serves: 10
    Prep time: 10 + 90 mi

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