Music Hot Spot Berwyn/Oak Park

8.4

Very good

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 474.3 sq m

Popular amenities

Hot tub

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Air conditioning

Kitchen

Explore the area

Berwyn, IL

Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District4 min drive
Brookfield Zoo7 min drive
United Center9 min drive
Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)29 min drive

Genuinely could not ask for a better place to stay at for a weekend. Would've stayed longer if we could

Jason A.

May 31, 2022

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Living room

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

We are located on the border of Berwyn/Oak Park. Walking distance to three music venues, Friendly Tap Coffee House and School of Music. Crawling distance from Fitzgerald's & Sidebar, one of the most well-known music venues in IL. Fine dining and sit-down restaurants, coupled with quick bites are steps away... Walgreen's, CVS, Jewel, Turano bakery and a local brewery are also within walking distance. Four blocks to the CTA Blue line & seven blocks to the CTA Green and Pink lines. If you are looking for nature; many parks, the Zoo, and more are nearby! The outdoor patio contains comfortable furniture, grills, and smokers, coupled with a small outdoor Tiki bar. There is also a quaint zen garden with a fire pit. Parties are not allowed, just small gatherings, this is a secure area. The unit has a refurbished "speakeasy" in the basement (Usage upon request and special arrangements). There is some history here with an old bar (made to use), barrel-shaped ceilings, pub tables, and chairs that fit up to 10 people comfortably. This property is not fit for children under the age of five tho, sorry.

Property manager

Rose Olsen and Family

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 11:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Small gatherings only

Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted

Upon approval

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Note from host: Small gatherings only

Long-term renters welcome

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Berwyn

Located in Berwyn, this apartment is on a river. Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Millennium Park and Grant Park. Check out an event or a game at United Center, and consider making time for Field Museum of Natural History, a top attraction not to be missed. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Berwyn, IL

What's nearby

Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District - 4 min drive
Loyola University Medical Center - 5 min drive
Concordia University Chicago - 5 min drive
Brookfield Zoo - 7 min drive
United Center - 9 min drive

Getting around

Oak Park Station - 4 min drive
Oak Park Station (Blue Line) - 10 min walk
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

McDonald's - 15 min walk
Lucky Dog - 14 min walk
Culver's - 9 min walk
Fitzgerald's - 1 min walk
Pete's Red Hot's - 7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Music Hot Spot Berwyn/Oak Park pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

What time is check-in at Music Hot Spot Berwyn/Oak Park?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Music Hot Spot Berwyn/Oak Park?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Music Hot Spot Berwyn/Oak Park located?

Situated on the riverfront, this apartment building is 1.9 mi (3 km) from Frank Lloyd Wright Historic District and 3 mi (4.9 km) from Concordia University Chicago. Anna and Frederick Douglass Park and Garfield Park Conservatory are also within 6 miles (10 km). Oak Park Station (Blue Line) is 10 minutes by foot and Austin Station (Blue Line) is 23 minutes.

8.4

Very good

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8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.4/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Jason A.

31 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing Experience

Genuinely could not ask for a better place to stay at for a weekend. Would've stayed longer if we could

Stayed 2 nights in May 2022

2/10 Terrible

Alyssa C.

30 May 2022

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Sufficed

I debated writing this review, but want to give people the truth. Rose was very nice, but the stay was not. We had issues from the very beginning with some sort of glitch in the app with the directions bringing us to a different house like 6 blocks away. We had to call Vrbo because we thought it was a scam. After finally getting a hold of Rose, there were issues with the lockbox code and getting into the house. The backyard that was pictured was nicely set up and looked nice. But in person it was all torn up like it was under construction with trash and junk everywhere. Entering the landing/stairs there was trash and junk everywhere as well. The smell was horrible. Entering the porch to the actual unit the cleanliness was a little better, but even had a box with writing that said "mom's, don't throw away". It seemed like the house was left to the family after a parent's death. All the junk should've been completely cleaned out before renting it out if that was the case. Not even just based on the appearance, but it was also a tripping hazard. The unit itself looked like the pictures for the most part, but it smelled bad aside from the bleach in the bathroom. We even bought incense to burn along with a candle that was already there. There was no coffee or much of anything that was mentioned we could take advantage of as a perk. The blankets on the bed were just throw blankets (1 for each bed) which were tiny and then had sheets. Luckily it was only 1 person in each bed. There is a bar next door that plays music on speakers outside from morning to very late night. Being night owls we didn't mind it, but when we were trying to get our rest in the morning, they started playing it and woke us up. Location was decent, but that's about it. We tried making the most of it, but it ruined our trip. I actually would like a refund, but didn't even want to bother dealing with this experience after leaving that last day. Just wanted to forget all about it, but I keep getting these notifications to review it. I'm sorry Rose, but it was terrible.

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina U.

21 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

I found this property to be adorable and quirky! The host was more than accommodating, the apartment was clean, well stocked with extra items and truly really nice. I would have NO PROBLEM staying here again and highly reccommend!!

Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Randy W., Moundville, AL

19 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic communication and accomodations

I stayed at this property due to a delay in the closing on my new house. The hosts were exceedingly accommodating, quick to reply, and I honestly can't say enough positive about my experience. Experience. This is the first VRBO that I have rented. And if I ever have the need again, I will go directly back to VRBO. I've moved across country so unfortunately I can't stay at their property again. But I would in a heartbeat.

Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia T., Plainfield, CT

23 April 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Berwyn

Very cute property. Convenient to many restaurants and music venues! Had a wonderful stay with my son. Great restaurants and music!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Rose Olsen and Family

Hi,
I'm Rose, your host. I am happy to share my home with you. I do not live on-premise but am there at times. I am a recycler and try to be as energy-efficient as possible. We are under some construction, making improvements, and soon working on the old classic coach house, to revamp for short-term renters. I am an animal and nature enthusiast. We have many plants, trees, birds, and a greenhouse on-premise (Help yourself to the herbs, spices, and food it produces), we also adopted a feral cat that lives in our shed (Samantha). The patio and zen garden were created for your enjoyment and sharing. You can use the tiki bar and cooler while enjoying the outdoor music permeating from FitzGerald's on comfortable outdoor furniture or around the fire pit in the zen garden. There are many restaurants and music venues nearby and within Chicago proper that I can direct you to as well (Including a few hidden gems). I try and provide comfortable environments for my guests, including beds, furniture, cooking gear, and a variety of toiletries and amenities.

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