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Gem in Heart of Chicago: Best location
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8
Popular amenities
NZ$271
avg per night
Explore the area

Chicago, IL
- Place, Chicago History Museum6 min walk
- Place, Lincoln Park6 min walk
- Place, Michigan Avenue18 min walk
- Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)24 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
2 Queen Beds
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Living Room 1
2 Double Futons
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Number of living rooms
Dining area
The current price is NZ$271
avg per night
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About this property
Gem in Heart of Chicago: Best location
Unique opportunity to rent an apartment in original Victorian home in historic Old Town. Only listing of its kind!
Walk to almost everything Chicago has to offer- Downtown, Magnificent mile, restaurants, bars, boutiques; Lincoln Park and North ave beach from this garden level two-bedroom apartment.
Fully stocked kitchen, laundry, pets welcome.
Message me if you have any questions!
You will have the use of the whole floor, which is a lower level two-bedroom apartment.
LAYOUT
You will enter into a large living/dining room combo followed by a compact kitchen and full bathroom. The kitchen has a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator. It is fully stocked if you wish to cook, host, or just eat take out from real silverware and dishware. Two bedrooms are towards the back of the house. One bedroom has two queen beds, the other one has one. Living room futons open up and can be used as double beds.
OTHER AMENITIES
• washer and dryer in the kitchen.
• air conditioning and central heat.
• free Wifi throughout the property
EXTRAS
• Late check out at 1 pm- $50
• Early check-in at 1 pm-$50
• Worry free cleaning package- $50. This covers any and all cleaning. Just walk out in the morning (you do need to move furniture back if you make any changes to layout). Note that this fee is additional to my regular cleaning fee.
SMALL PRINT
There is a train line behind the house and also the upstairs guests can be frequently heard.
ACCESSIBILITY
There are 5 steps down from the street to the front door.
**HOUSE RULES**
The presence of more than 8 guests is unlawful. A guest is anyone at the property, staying the night, or just visiting. Minors need to have a responsible adult present. Unredacted IDs will need to be provided for everyone spending any time at the property. There is a counter installed. I utilize a private security firm. If the counter shows more than the registered number of people or if I get a noise complaint from neighbors, security will be immediately dispatched.
**WORRY FREE CLEANING PACKAGE**
At check out you will need to take care of trash overflow, dishes, exuberant messes, and any food you brought. The worry free package covers any and all cleaning. Just walk out in the morning (you do need to move furniture back if you make any changes to layout). Note that this fee is additional to my regular cleaning fee you pay when you book the place. This package is best for those who want to decorate, cook a lot, are traveling as a group, and would rather split the extra fee than worry about anything in the morning.
**DECORATING THE HOUSE**
You are welcome to decorate the house. If you attach anything to the walls, please use paint-safe tape and remove it prior to your departure. There is a $200 glitter or confetti fee. I’m
The brown line train is nearby and you can hear it in some parts of the house. It has never been an issue for any of my tenants however please keep it in mind.
WILDLIFE
You will encounter wildlife while staying at the property. Here is what you can expect most commonly:
Spiders and ants are common in Chicago. They get as high as 95th floor of John Hancock building. While we do our best to combat them, it is nearly impossible during high season.
Bees, wasps, yellow jackets are abundant throughout the city. While we take care of any nests on the property, I cannot control them in the air and beyond my boundaries.
BREAKDOWNS
Please remember that I can not fix a problem if I do not know about it so please communicate any issues promptly.
The house is a six minute walk from the Brown Line and the Purple Line at the Sedgwick stop and an eight minute walk from Red line at Clark. It takes be about 15 min to walk to Michigan Ave and Wells street bars are a minute away. Buses and cabs are also easily accessible. It is about a 3 minute drive to get onto Lake Shore drive at LaSalle and about 8 minutes to Kennedy expressway at North Avenue.
Neighborhood overview
The house is in east Old Town- best neighborhood in Chicago for both families or if you are looking to have fun. While the street itself is very quiet, tree lined and barely has cars passing by, as soon as you turn the corner, you are in the center of everything! Wells street restaurants and bars are steps away. Lincoln Park with the zoo, farm, pond, open spaces and farmers market is a 7-10 min. walk. North avenue beach is the same distance. It is perfect for walks, picnics, boat rides or good old fun in the sand. The beaches are free to the public and have breathtaking city views. Grocery shopping is made easy as Plum Market and Jewel are located right in the neighborhood. Nearby coffee shops include a 24 hour Starbucks and La Fournette. There are 103 restaurants within a 15 minute walk including some of Chicago's top restaurants including Kamehachi, Topo Gigio, Happy Hamper, The Fireplace Inn, and Woodies Flat. Bars and lounges are abundant on Wells and are all 1-2 minute walk. Shopping in Old Town is a unique experience; the majority of shops in this neighborhood are boutiques rather than well-known chain stores. Therefore, each and every store is cozy, intimate and filled with one-of-a-kind goods. The Lincoln Park Zoo is a world of wildlife in the shadow of skyscrapers. The Second City only two blocks away and it is a famous theater that specializes in sketch comedy and improv, and has been delighting audiences for over 50 years. Oak street and beginning of Michigan avenue is about 15-20 minute walk.
Walk to almost everything Chicago has to offer- Downtown, Magnificent mile, restaurants, bars, boutiques; Lincoln Park and North ave beach from this garden level two-bedroom apartment.
Fully stocked kitchen, laundry, pets welcome.
Message me if you have any questions!
You will have the use of the whole floor, which is a lower level two-bedroom apartment.
LAYOUT
You will enter into a large living/dining room combo followed by a compact kitchen and full bathroom. The kitchen has a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator. It is fully stocked if you wish to cook, host, or just eat take out from real silverware and dishware. Two bedrooms are towards the back of the house. One bedroom has two queen beds, the other one has one. Living room futons open up and can be used as double beds.
OTHER AMENITIES
• washer and dryer in the kitchen.
• air conditioning and central heat.
• free Wifi throughout the property
EXTRAS
• Late check out at 1 pm- $50
• Early check-in at 1 pm-$50
• Worry free cleaning package- $50. This covers any and all cleaning. Just walk out in the morning (you do need to move furniture back if you make any changes to layout). Note that this fee is additional to my regular cleaning fee.
SMALL PRINT
There is a train line behind the house and also the upstairs guests can be frequently heard.
ACCESSIBILITY
There are 5 steps down from the street to the front door.
**HOUSE RULES**
The presence of more than 8 guests is unlawful. A guest is anyone at the property, staying the night, or just visiting. Minors need to have a responsible adult present. Unredacted IDs will need to be provided for everyone spending any time at the property. There is a counter installed. I utilize a private security firm. If the counter shows more than the registered number of people or if I get a noise complaint from neighbors, security will be immediately dispatched.
**WORRY FREE CLEANING PACKAGE**
At check out you will need to take care of trash overflow, dishes, exuberant messes, and any food you brought. The worry free package covers any and all cleaning. Just walk out in the morning (you do need to move furniture back if you make any changes to layout). Note that this fee is additional to my regular cleaning fee you pay when you book the place. This package is best for those who want to decorate, cook a lot, are traveling as a group, and would rather split the extra fee than worry about anything in the morning.
**DECORATING THE HOUSE**
You are welcome to decorate the house. If you attach anything to the walls, please use paint-safe tape and remove it prior to your departure. There is a $200 glitter or confetti fee. I’m
The brown line train is nearby and you can hear it in some parts of the house. It has never been an issue for any of my tenants however please keep it in mind.
WILDLIFE
You will encounter wildlife while staying at the property. Here is what you can expect most commonly:
Spiders and ants are common in Chicago. They get as high as 95th floor of John Hancock building. While we do our best to combat them, it is nearly impossible during high season.
Bees, wasps, yellow jackets are abundant throughout the city. While we take care of any nests on the property, I cannot control them in the air and beyond my boundaries.
BREAKDOWNS
Please remember that I can not fix a problem if I do not know about it so please communicate any issues promptly.
The house is a six minute walk from the Brown Line and the Purple Line at the Sedgwick stop and an eight minute walk from Red line at Clark. It takes be about 15 min to walk to Michigan Ave and Wells street bars are a minute away. Buses and cabs are also easily accessible. It is about a 3 minute drive to get onto Lake Shore drive at LaSalle and about 8 minutes to Kennedy expressway at North Avenue.
Neighborhood overview
The house is in east Old Town- best neighborhood in Chicago for both families or if you are looking to have fun. While the street itself is very quiet, tree lined and barely has cars passing by, as soon as you turn the corner, you are in the center of everything! Wells street restaurants and bars are steps away. Lincoln Park with the zoo, farm, pond, open spaces and farmers market is a 7-10 min. walk. North avenue beach is the same distance. It is perfect for walks, picnics, boat rides or good old fun in the sand. The beaches are free to the public and have breathtaking city views. Grocery shopping is made easy as Plum Market and Jewel are located right in the neighborhood. Nearby coffee shops include a 24 hour Starbucks and La Fournette. There are 103 restaurants within a 15 minute walk including some of Chicago's top restaurants including Kamehachi, Topo Gigio, Happy Hamper, The Fireplace Inn, and Woodies Flat. Bars and lounges are abundant on Wells and are all 1-2 minute walk. Shopping in Old Town is a unique experience; the majority of shops in this neighborhood are boutiques rather than well-known chain stores. Therefore, each and every store is cozy, intimate and filled with one-of-a-kind goods. The Lincoln Park Zoo is a world of wildlife in the shadow of skyscrapers. The Second City only two blocks away and it is a famous theater that specializes in sketch comedy and improv, and has been delighting audiences for over 50 years. Oak street and beginning of Michigan avenue is about 15-20 minute walk.
House Rules
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
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
Property Registration Number 60610, R18000033663
We should mention
A car is not required for transport to and from this property
Frequently asked questions
Gem in Heart of Chicago: Best location Reviews
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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10/10
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10/10
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10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
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Verified
2 August 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2020
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Mitchell A.
18 February 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location
Mitchell A.
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Josh g.
16 September 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Town Stay
Josh g.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Alison C.
30 April 2019
Excellent!
Alison C.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nicole S.
13 November 2018
Great Location
Nicole S.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Christian C.
17 September 2018
Great Cozy Place
Christian C.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Jessica H.
14 September 2018
Five stars all the way!
Jessica H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Clarke M.
3 September 2018
Amazing location and very responsive, helpful host
Clarke M.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Gina C.
19 March 2018
PERFECT VRBO!
Gina C.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Robert S.
31 October 2017








