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Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location

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Full-size fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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4 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 21279 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Pet friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Housekeeping

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location

Walk to everything Chicago has to offer- downtown, beach, park, restaurants and bars; bring family or friends to this spacious house on a quiet neighborhood street in historic Old Town.
Everything is done to make your stay comfortable and accommodate your needs.

This amazing space has 4 spacious bedrooms, 4 full bath, 2 private outdoor spaces, parking for one car on property, washer, dryer. Pets are welcome too! What else can you possible need?
Space is expandable from a small family to a large group of 20.

LAYOUT:
The first floor has a living room with soaring ceilings and a fireplace plus dining room as one open floor plan, full bathroom, and kitchen. The large kitchen has a stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave. It is fully stocked if you wish to cook, host or just eat take out food with real silverware and dishware. There is also a spacious fully fenced in the front yard with a grill.

The second floor has two bedrooms and one full bathroom.

The third floor has a large bar with a full-size fridge, microwave and a seating area, family room and two more bedrooms with an en-suite bath each. There is a deck off one of the bedrooms.

OTHER AMENITIES:
~Washer and dryer
~Central air conditioning and heat
~One parking space in a detached residential two-car garage behind the house. There is free street parking as well as Spothero within steps of the house
~Free luggage storage, as well as extended free parking before check in time and after checkout, are available upon request (availability based on next or previous guest's check in and out times).
~Free Wifi throughout the property.
~Kitchen is fully stocked

SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS:
Br. 1 (second fl): 2 queen beds
Br. 2 (second fl): 1 queen bed
Br. 3 (third fl): 2 queen beds
Br. 4 (third fl): 2 queen beds
3d floor living room: double futon, queen size floor mattress (stored away if not needed)
Crib

EXTRAS:
~Late check out at 1 pm- $125
~Early check in at 1 pm- $125
~Daily housekeeping- $40 per day
~Worry free cleaning package- $125. 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 lay out). Note that this fee is additional to my regular cleaning fee.

ACCESSIBILITY:
There are 14 steps from the main floor to second floor bedrooms

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.

HOUSE RULES:
Unregistered guests are not allowed on the property. The presence of more than 18 guests is unlawful. A guest is anyone at the property, staying the night, or just visiting. Minors need to have a responsible adult present. Primary booker is required to stay on the property and provide an ID. IDs will need to be provided prior to your arrival for everyone spending any time at the property for reservations made less than 30 days in advance. This includes overnight guests or any visitors. 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. A $200 dispatch fee will be charged from your security deposit. Should they be unsuccessful in removing you from the premises, they will involve the police. This is not a place for a local house party.

ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD:
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, seeing 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, 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.

GETTING AROUND:
The house is a five 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.

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.

The house is best for bachelor, bachelorette and friend groups as well as business travelers. It is not child proof.

Property manager

Inna Elterman

Languages

English, Russian

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Onsite parking options include a carport and a garage
  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator (full size)
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Blender
  • Ice maker
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 4 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Jetted bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided
  • Shampoo

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 10 total pets

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Daily housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Luggage storage
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Change of bedsheets (on request)

Location highlights

  • On the lake
  • In the city center
  • Near a hospital
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Fitness center
  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Marina nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters
  • Humane treatment of captive wild animals
  • Local artist showcase
  • Unit size: 3000 sq ft (279 sq m)

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
10 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and weddings) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 18
Note from host: Please read the ID requirements before booking
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Elegant 4 br Home Walk Mag Mile Nightlife Lincoln Park Parking
Elegant 4 br Home Walk Mag Mile Nightlife Lincoln Park Parking

About the neighborhood

Map
Chicago, IL

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min drive
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 4 min drive
  • Chicago Theatre - 4 min drive
  • Millennium Park - 4 min drive
  • Navy Pier - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Chicago Clybourn Station - 4 min drive
  • Sedgwick Station - 6 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Kapej Coffee - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Happy Camper Pizza - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Old Town Pour House - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The VIG Chicago - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Small Cheval - ‬5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 10 total).

How much is parking at Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location located?

Located in Near North Side, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Second City, Michigan Avenue, and Lake Michigan. Chicago Riverwalk and Millennium Park are also within 3 mi (5 km). Sedgwick Station is 6 minutes by foot and Clark-Division Station is 10 minutes.

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Elegant 4 br Old Town Home; Private Yard; Parking; Amazing Location Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 72 out of 83 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 83 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 83 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 83 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 83 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kadie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
Loved the stay. Perfect for our group of 12. Would definitely stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marta L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot
Perfect house for a large group! There are plenty of beds and bathrooms. The location is awesome. The host was super attentive and checked in frequently without being annoying. We had an awesome time!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

celeste s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice stay
What a treat to stay in old town and experience the neighborhood. We loved the space in this home and ease of letting our little dog go outside to potty. Thank you for hosting us!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Business Trip
Perfect property to wind down after a long day at work. Had all the essentials. Host was very quick to respond to messages and inquiries.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lauren O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family home
The house was large and had so many beds which allowed our family of 10 plenty of room to sleep and have areas to ourselves. The bathrooms are updated and great. The location was wonderful and within walking distance to so many things. The host communicated regularly and we had a great experience with her and the property! We will definitely stay here again!!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location and accomodations
This was an excellent location and centralized base (close to Sedgwick brown line) for our 20 minute family. Would absolutely stay here again. Thanks very much!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Cindy c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for our family
Coming from four states, we gathered in Chicago for a family weekend. We had all the beds and bedrooms we needed. Location was great for walking to parks, restaurants and transit. Place was good for hanging out together
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great group setting!
17 women stayed for a bachelorette party. Plenty of beds and more importantly, plenty of bathrooms! Great location with bars and restaurants within easy walking distance. We could easily access Uber/Lyft to get to other places.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Neille F., Winslow Illinois

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful space!
So much space!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Justin L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing stay!
My team hosting a learning session at the location and couldn't have been happier! We were greeted by a nice welcome gift after a full day of flights. The unit was clean, easy to find and a great value! 5 star plus!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Allison M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great jumping off point
Our first visit to Chicago… loved the location very central. Lots of bars and restaurants within walking distance (several dog friendly patio options in the summer). Close to the trains if you want to explore other parts of the city. Good comms; everything was clean; would return!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chicago North Side
This spacious property was a perfect location for our family of 12 to stay while in Chicago. We each had our own areas and the location was convenient. It is roughly a 15 minute drive to Shedd/Field Museum and only 12 to Navy Pier with fairly easy directions. Lots of food options nearby and safe neighborhood. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cynthia B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for a Family Stay
Our family stayed here for a graduation in Evanston. The property was well managed with good communication and prompt responses, near a grocery store, and had space for us to gather on the main floor or for a small group to gather on the top floor. Plenty of bathroom spaces, as well. The main amenity is the outstanding response and support of our wonderful host!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Autumn E., West Palm Beach, FL

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great space in a great location!
This was the perfect space for our bachelorette party of 10. The layout allowed plenty of room for hanging out together in the main area but also plenty of space to spread out away from the group when needed. The are surrounding area offers plenty dining and shopping options within walking distance. Excellent communication from the host.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Hostess was very responsive and the place was spacious. Might be tight if you try to get up to 20. Most comfortable with around 14 people.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

6/10 Okay

Lisa K.

Liked: Check-in
Kago
It was ok
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

James C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Old Town house!
This was a great house in a nice part of Chicago. We had a group of 8 adults and 4 children and it was hard to find a house of this size in a good location. Very spacious and free parking for two cars was also a plus. Communication was very quick with the owner. Third floor was very nice with a jacuzzi and big shower.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michelle F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Old Town Home
We booked this home for our family ages 7 months to 58 as we celebrated my daughter's graduation for grad school. It was perfect for our group. All 9 of us were very comfortable. The multiple kitchens and the 2 bedrooms with 2 queen beds added to the flexibity. We took advantage of early check in and late checkout (for added fee) and that was very helpful. The neighborhood felt very safe and was walking distance to many restaurants and bars. Parking was convenient (included covered parking appreciated). We cooked in, carried out and ate out, and the home was very comfortable for our group. The Master bed/bath are very spacious and we all had space to relax and to get ready for the various events. 4 bathrooms was also very helpful. The outside space is nice too. We will definitely stay here again if we all come to town as a group.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

6/10 Okay

Muhammad H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Train Noise
Every hour looks like train pass from backside & rooms good but you wakeup early cause allover sun shine come no blinder to cover sun also issue with parking if you have more then 1 car then hard to park they have 1 garage parking
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Candice S., Austin, TX

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pride Bowl
Overall experience was good. Parking for more than one car was tough. The VRBO description states 20 ppl can sleep in the house. It does not sleep 20 adults comfortably. 14 adults could Sleep comfortably at this location. The trifold Mattress is very thin and the futon is older so I’d suggest younger kids and adolescents. Other than that super responsive and great location!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

6/10 Okay

Mary B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Acceptable Accommodations
Overall, the house was fine and met our needs. There were 10 of us in total. This is not a house a large group can comfortably hang out in as there is minimal furniture. The beds/ linens were overall acceptable. The place needs some up keep. There is one TV. However, we didn’t come to Chicago to lounge around this house. We used it as a place to sleep and eat breakfast.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Audrey W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy
Great home to share with a group
If you and a group of friends have plans to be in Chicago for a wedding, school reunion or music festival, this is a great home to split between you. The location is great where you can walk to many things and get to public transportation in a short walk. The negatives are these. The home and garage are shared so you'll be at the mercy of short-term neighbors, the el train runs right next to the home and most communication from the owner threatens to add-on new charges but if this is your weekend crash pad, none of that should bother you. The cost is high so this is not best rental for one family.
Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021

6/10 Okay

Bill R.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Nice Enough. Great Location.
Very pleasant home, overall. Plenty of bath and bedroom linens and the washer/dryer was a huge plus with our extended family crowd! Kitchen was well stocked and nicely appointed. Location was fantastic! However, the mattresses in the second floor double room have big divots and are due for replacement. The DIY lighting in the living/dining area is more than confusing. Even once we figured out where all the switches were, they did not always work reliably. The host was not very receptive to our mentioning a few safety hazards around the home, such as a faulty breaker, and we wish our interactions with them had been more pleasant. In the end, a good time was had by all and this home is worth a look if you are bringing a large group to Chicago.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

8/10 Good

Barbara A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Mini Family Reunion
This Old Town property was an excellent base for walking exploration of Lincoln Park (Saturday Farmer's Market was fantastic!) and Old Town itself (lively, with very good food, residential neighborhoods, shops, and entertainment), and had easy access to CTA trains to the Loop, Riverwalk, Millennium Park, and much more, had we had time. 7 adults (seniors) spent four nights, and found the four bedrooms, four bathrooms, large fully-equipped kitchen, and living/dining room/patio provided plenty of space, though one bedroom is a bit cramped and the dining table was better suited to 6 than to 10 people. We did not even take advantage of the third floor laundry/kitchenette/sitting area. We did feel that linens and bedding and perhaps even some of the bedroom furniture could have been updated, and cleaning more thorough, to earn the "Elegant" title and the price. We also wish we'd asked, as the manager recommended, for more detailed info about A/C - it worked well, but we didn't realize it would revert to a programmed setting periodically. But overall, our stay was great: Location trumped all else; space, security, and communication were fine; and it was a great (re-)introduction to Chicago!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Roomy stay in perfect location
The house is large, well-maintained, and comes with everything you'd need for a large group. The beds are comfortable, the kitchen is very nice, and there's plenty of seating. Location is near great restaurants and night life, as well as Second City.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024