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A home away from home! <No events allowed>

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Living room
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Living room
Master bedroom
Master bedroom southview

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6185.8 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lincoln Park Zoo
  • Place, Michigan Avenue
  • Place, Wrigley Field
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

Larger Downstairs Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Upstairs Master

1 Queen Bed

2 bathrooms

Downstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Upstairs Bath

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

A home away from home! <No events allowed>




vacation rental cleaning protocol
Major surfaces are sanitized and disinfected.  Major surfaces include countertops, kitchen and laundry appliances, table surfaces, bath fixtures, faucets, mirrors, door knobs, light switches, interior railings, remote controls, fireplace tools, etc.

Carpets and floors are vacuumed.  Hardwood and tile floors are mopped with appropriate cleaners.

Kitchen, bathrooms and bedrooms are refreshed with clean linens.


2000 Sq ft. duplex, (first and second floors), three bedrooms, two full baths, laundry room, fireplace, hardwood floors, full kitchen w/granite counter tops and adjacent dining area, dishwasher, central air & heat, cozy rear courtyard w/patio and garden.

Located in one of the most desired neighborhoods in Chicago. Close to North Ave Beach, Lincoln Park (includes the Zoo, Conservatory and Caldwell Lily Pond), Museums, etc.

You will love my place because of the neighborhood, the comfy beds, the full kitchen, etc. My place is good for business travelers, families or solo adventurers and can accommodate up to six guests. Stroll the quiet, safe neighborhood and admire the stately homes in a historic setting.


Tags: 60614, Pets, Pet Friendly, Old Town Triangle, Lincoln Park, Lakeview, historic, landmark, lake front, lakefront, Lake Michigan, Gold Coast, Streeterville, Second City, Zanies Comedy Club, Navy Pier, Cubs, White Sox, Bears, Bulls, Blackhawks.

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Amenities

Breakfast included
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
$500 per event
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 1 total
A $50. fee if your dog goes on the premises
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is an outside area where you can smoke.

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Bring trash and recycling to the bins in the alley to the West. Black is for trash and Blue for recycling.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please do not allow your dog unattended or using the yard as a bathroom.( $50. fee)
Any soiled linen will be charged to the Guest, $10 per towels $40 per bed sheets Please use the make up remover sheets that I provide for you!
Please remove your rubbish. There will be an additional ($20. if not When there is one or two guest, there is only two bedrooms available.

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: $500 per event
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
Property Registration Number R24000115720

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chicago

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Lincoln Park, a neighbourhood in Chicago. Chicago Theatre and Art Institute of Chicago are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Check out an event or a game at Wrigley Field, and consider making time for Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, a top attraction not to be missed. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Lincoln Park Zoo - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Chicago History Museum - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Michigan Avenue - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Wrigley Field - 5 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 3 min drive
  • Sedgwick Station - 9 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪DeNucci's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Twin Anchors Restaurant & Tavern - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The J. Parker - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Ranalli's Pizza Bar - Lincoln Park - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Gemini - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is A home away from home! <No events allowed> pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 1 total).

How much is parking at A home away from home! <No events allowed>?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A home away from home! <No events allowed>?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A home away from home! <No events allowed>?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is A home away from home! <No events allowed> located?

Located in Lincoln Park, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Park West and Lake Michigan. Michigan Avenue and Wrigley Field are also within 3 miles (5 km). Sedgwick Station is 9 minutes by foot and Armitage Station is 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 113 out of 132 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 15 out of 132 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 132 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 132 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 132 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kim W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent property. We were here for the marathon. Super easy location for that event! Beds were comfy and everything was very clean!!! I would rent again if available for another trip to Chicago Owners live above but we did not even notice them
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great property in a wonderful location. Sonia was super easy to contact and very very helpful. We'd stay there again in a heartbeat.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Robert S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice, as expected. The back yard is good for lounging around. Guests should note that there is a lot of stair climbing to do, a common thing in Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kurt K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This place worked perfectly for our family of 5 (2 adults, 3 young kids). We loved the neighborhood and felt like part of the community during our three night stay. There was a street fair and movie night while we stayed and so many activities (Lincoln Park zoo, playgrounds, restaurants) within walking distance. Plenty of parking available using the provided street parking pass. Communication with owners was great. Can't recommend this place enough if you want to have a more "local"experience than staying in a hotel in the loop.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Nicest Host ever

Sonja was so welcoming and accommodating. She responded quickly, and the home was just perfect for our family of 5 adults. The location was awesome , and the neighborhood was lovely! I would highly recommend and how wecan stay on our next visit to Chicago.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

6/10 Okay

Russ G.

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

Visiting

Nice area and had a good time. Owners live next door.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lydia T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was very straight forward, my host even called ahead to check if I needed any help or info. Parking permits were kindly provided.The house was great, nice and quiet with lots of space. Kitchen had just about everything we needed, plenty of towels in bathrooms, washer and dryer available. Sonia and Bob were very friendly but didn’t intrude, happy to answer all my questions!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ruth D.

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

Delightful!

Clean, comfortable, charming space in a great neighborhood!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kristen W.

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

Fabulous!

Perfect location and wonderful home! Sonia was so accommodating! Would look to stay there again every visit!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Chris K.

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

Weekend in Chicago

We had a wonderful stay in Chicago. The home was very clean and the perfect size for our group. Bob was a great host! We were especially impressed with all the extras that were provided in the house for our family. I would definitely recommend or book this home again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Erin B.

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

Roomy & pleasant

Came to Chicago for my sister's 50th. The neighborhood was lovely and conveniently located to downtown. The host was responsive, though we didn't need much. All accommodations were met and then some. Would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cindi K.

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

Fantastic place and location

The site was just as advertised which was great. Tons of stuff within walking distance. Bob was a great resource for any questions and super nice. If I could rate higher I would. Can’t wait to come back!!!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Colleen W.

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

Fun weekend

Cute place! The location of this place is great. We had a fun weekend. Appreciated the breakfast food Sonia provided!! Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

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

Chicago vaca

They property is pleasant and clean. The stairs were challenging for a senior citizen. Location was excellent for our purposes.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S., West Farmington, OH, USA

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

Perfect Perfect Perfect

Fantastic location in a residential and very safe neighborhood. Property was as advertised with comfy beds, spacious areas, and nice amenities. Host was fantastic on communicating and providing lots of information (grocery stores, restaurants, etc). We were able to walk or take a short Uber ride to every place we wanted to go.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Juanita R.

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

comfortable

excellent location very roomy comfortable furniture, bedding and tableware a little outdated
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill K.

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

Great Lincoln Park Stay

We had great communication from the owner. The location was fabulous. The back garden gave us a chance to eat outside in a quiet setting. The rooms were clean and spacious. The kitchen and baths were well stocked. We were a little nervous about parking, but that wasn't a problem as there was a parking pass included for the neighborhood and enough street parking.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda S.

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

Beautiful Home.

Staying in Sonia’s home felt like staying with family. She provided everything we needed, she answered all of my many questions and provided excellent recommendations for restaurants and entertainment. The spacious home has lovely decor. Beds were very comfortable. Towels were soft. The patio garden was a relaxing quiet sanctuary for morning coffee and evening wine. She even provided eggs and bread for breakfast. I strongly recommend staying here and hope to go back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019

8/10 Good

Charlotte M.

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

Great location, ample space!

Great spot to stay near Old Town! Walkability and access to bus and El was excellent. Worth noting that the owner lives in the unit above the rental and was a little too communicative (including coming into the unit itself). While they were very friendly, I would have preferred to know this in advance (as I put a high value on privacy). On the other hand, if anything had gone wrong, I am sure it would've been fixed quickly. Finally, the mattress on the main level was thin memory foam so you could feel the bed frame underneath. This wasn't a big deal, but something I'd want to see in a review.Overall, I would absolutely stay here again for the ample space and prime location! If you're visiting Chicago, Old Town is a great neighborhood.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ron S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent all around. Great host, fantastic location, beautiful home. Would certainly stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was in an excellent neighboorhood within walking distane of many restaurants, playground, and Lincoln Park Zoo! The house was stylish and clean. The beds were comfortable. It would be difficult for people with mobility issues due to steps into the unit and steps downstairs to the kitchen. It worked well for 4 adults and one child. The hosts were friendly and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was perfect for our girls trip. Sonia was a wonderful host. The house was comfortable and well stocked, the courtyard was perfect for coffee in the morning. Thank you for the great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Thomas W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, large main bedroom, well-stocked kitchen, quiet.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Wendy B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in beautiful Lincoln Park. The home was great and Sonja was an amazing host with great tips to travel around city! Highly recommend this home!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dagmar M.

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

Awesome Location

Great location in Old Town. Lots of walkable places. Host was very responsive.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025

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