Winter is a season full of holiday cheer, freshly fallen snow, and the crisp scent of pine, but it is also a season that comes with the sun setting at 4:00pm, exorbitant heating bills, and long, gray days. With those winter downsides, we spend a lot more time inside our homes, avoiding the dark, cold, and wet gloominess that lurks outside for most of the season. Since we will inevitably be spending more time inside, we may as well make it a comfortable experience. Here are 9 Ways To Keep Your Home Cozy This Winter:

Located on Chicago’s north side, Lincoln Square is like living in a small town within the city. Home to many of Chicago’s beloved small businesses, a walk down Lincoln Avenue will have Chicagoans encountering delicious dining options, local bars with diverse brew and cocktail options, and an abundance of specialty shops. Behind the bustling strips of restaurants and shops lie quiet tree-lined streets that offer a variety of housing options for those wanting to call Lincoln Square home.

In 2018, Chicago Airbnb hosts earned more than $77 million in income. The same year, our city saw 58 million visitors. It’s not too late to join in the Chicago Airbnb game, but there are some things you’ll need to know!