






96% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs
This spot is fully fenced
Info provided by host
Note from host
Fencing height
4 feet (at lowest point)
Fencing type
Wood - privacy
Gaps or holes in fence
No gaps
Enclosure
fully fenced
Fencing height (at lowest point)
4 feet
96% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs
Fencing type(s): Wood - privacy
Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps
Fencing details:
Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.
Other dogsSometimes
Other domestic animalsSometimes
Other peopleSometimes
Private entryNo
Dog drinking water
Chairs
Trail
Trash can
Table
Water - hose
50% off all dogs after the 1st dog
Member get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.
Evanston, Illinois

Welcome! Enjoy the open spaces and “trails” along the fence and garden. We appreciate you picking up after your dog(s) and keeping any wildlife, especially rabbits, in our yard safe. Arrival tips: Come thru our alley, park (if needed) in our carport next to the garage (has address on it), and enter gate nearest garage. Secure gate upon entering and exiting. Thank you!
| Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot. | |
| Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in. | |
| Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late. | |
| Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived. | |
| Always review and abide by spot specific rules. | |
| Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site. |
| Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot. | |
| Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in. | |
| Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late. | |
| Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived. | |
| Always review and abide by spot specific rules. | |
| Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site. |
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