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Insta Worthy ^Prime Spot ^Patio ^Parking ^Fireplace

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Living area
Terrace/patio
Room
Convenient center island gives open feel to kitchen and provides gathering space
Interior

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
4 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 14139.4 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Gym
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Chicago Riverwalk
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Millennium Park
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 14)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Queen Beds

Bedroom 4

1 Queen Bed and 2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Main level powder room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Second floor bathroom with washing machine

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Second floor en-suite bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Insta Worthy ^Prime Spot ^Patio ^Parking ^Fireplace

Walk to almost everything Chicago has to offer- Downtown, Magnificent Mile, North Avenue beach, zoo, and Lincoln park, restaurants, bars, boutiques, and nightlife. Bring family or friends to this Haute Couture Designer themed house spanning over two levels on a quiet neighborhood street in historic Old Town.
This amazing space has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, patio, parking for 1 car, washer, dryer, fully stocked kitchen with stainless steel appliances & granite countertops. Pets are welcome!

THIS HOME HAS AN UNSUAL LAYOUT. One bedroom is a walk through. Please see below.

First floor: living room with a fireplace plus a dining room as one open floor plan; powder room (toilet and sink); bedroom; and kitchen. The kitchen has a stove, oven, dishwasher, microwave. It is fully stocked if you wish to cook, host, or just eat takeout from real silverware and dishware. There is also a spacious patio with a grill.

Second floor: three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. Please note that in order to get to bedroom 3, you need to walk through bedroom 2. Bedroom 2 has a set of doors on each side so there is full privacy for all bedrooms at night. Bedroom 3 has an ensuite bathroom. The third bedroom is stand alone. There is another full bathroom on this floor.

OTHER AMENITIES:
• washer and dryer in the house
• central air conditioning and heat
• free WiFi throughout the property
• one parking space in a two-car detached garage on the property. Please see "getting around" section for more options
• free luggage storage, as well as extended free parking before check-in time and after checkout may be available

SLEEPING ARRANGMENTS:
bedroom 1: 1 queen bed
bedroom 2: 2 queen beds
bedroom 3: 2 queen beds
bedroom 4 (first floor): 1 queen bed, 1 single rollaway, 1 single floor mattress
Crib

EXTRAS:
• late check out at 1 pm- $80
• early check-in at 1 pm- $80
• daily housekeeping- $40 per day
• worry free cleaning package- $80. Please read the details at the bottom.
***IMPORTANT*** I can not just charge your account for the extras. Please get in touch to make payment arrangements in advance.

There is another short term rental on the property. The two share a wall but do not share any spaces inside and have separate entrances.

ACCESSIBILITY:
There is a first floor bedroom and half bath. There are 14 steps to the bathroom with shower/tub.

NOISE:
This is downtown Chicago. You will hear noises. There is a train line a few buildings down; there are neighbors on both sides as well as above one of the bedrooms; there are city noises. As you can see from my reviews, this is not an issue for most, some even comment on how quiet the house but if you are looking for a place away from it all, I am afraid this is not it.

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 your departure. There is a $200 glitter and confetti fee.

HOUSE RULES:
Unregistered guests are not allowed on the property. The presence of more than 14 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.

GRILL:
There is a gas grill at the property. I do not provide any supplies including gas. Frequently previous guests leave plenty behind and there is a gas refill station less than five minutes away.

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
I will use my best efforts to ensure that all equipment within the house is in good working order, although I can not guarantee that any equipment will not break down during your stay, and therefore such a breakdown does not constitute a breach of this Agreement or give Guest any right to any refund or rental adjustments made for any such mechanical failure. In the event of a breakdown, I will use my best efforts to remedy the situation as soon as possible after notification of the breakdown. There will be no refunds or rebates given for inoperable appliances or faulty equipment, unfavorable weather, interruption of utilities, or minor maintenance problems. No rebates will be given for malfunctions of cable equipment or reception that affects the TV or Internet access. Please remember that I can not fix a problem if I do not know about it so please communicate any issues promptly.

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.

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. The beaches are free to the public and have breathtaking city views. Grocery shopping is made easy, seeing as Jewel Osco is located right in the neighborhood. Nearby coffee shops include 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. Located within a verdant park just minutes north of Chicago, the zoo has been a natural, free oasis for generations of animal lovers, who visit the zoo to hear a lion’s roar echo off nearby apartment buildings, see gorillas climb trees as the Willis Tower looms in the distance, or forget where they are as they immerse themselves in tropical rainforests, dry-thorn forests or spacious savannas. Free and open every day of the year, Lincoln Park Zoo has something for everyone. The Steppenwolf Theater, located just a few blocks away from the property presents up to 16 plays and nearly 700 performances, readings and other events every year on three stages. The Second City is another nearby theater that specializes in sketch comedy and improv, and has been delighting audiences for over 50 years. They have had many famous comedians perform at the theater over the years. They have comedy shows seven nights a week on 4 stages; the shows consist of short scenes, songs, and improvised comedy sketches. Cocktails and food are available throughout the show. Get ready to laugh! Oak street and beginning of Michigan avenue is about 15-20 minute walk.

PETS:
I welcome pets however the following breeds of dogs are not allowed due to insurance limitations: Akita, American Staffordshire, Chow, Doberman Pinscher, Pit Bull, Presa Canario, Rottweiler, Wolf hybrid, or any dog that is a mix that includes one or more of the breeds listed above.

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

Property manager

Alexandra Belcher
Premier Host

Languages

English, Russian

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and weddings
Strict rules to be followed. Check before booking
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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 10 total
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
There is a train line three buildings down creating a potential for noise. Front is also a rental and those guests may be heard at times
Smoking and vaping are not allowed anywhere on my property, inside or out. $500 penalty will be charged from security deposit
Presence of more than 14 people is UNLAWFUL. I utilize private security. Please see listing description for details. IDs are required from everyone

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: 10
Note from host: Strict rules to be followed. Check before booking
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, R21000069342

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Chicago

Located on a lake, this holiday home is in Near North Side, 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. Travelling with kids? Make time for Lincoln Park Zoo, or head to an event or a match at Wrigley Field. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Chicago, IL

What's nearby

  • Michigan Avenue - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Chicago Theatre - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Millennium Park - 4 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Navy Pier - 6 min drive - 4.6 km

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 Insta Worthy ^Prime Spot ^Patio ^Parking ^Fireplace pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Insta Worthy ^Prime Spot ^Patio ^Parking ^Fireplace?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Insta Worthy ^Prime Spot ^Patio ^Parking ^Fireplace?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Insta Worthy ^Prime Spot ^Patio ^Parking ^Fireplace located?

This family-friendly Chicago holiday home is located on a lake, within 1 mi (2 km) of Second City, Michigan Avenue and Lake Michigan. State Street and Lincoln Park Zoo are also within 1 mile (2 km). Sedgwick Station is 6 minutes by foot and Clark-Division Station is 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 53 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

8.8/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bryan F.

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

Cozy!

Super convenient for Old Town and train station, will stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Georgine C.

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

Nice stay

Apartment was spacious. The 2 1/2 bathrooms were great to have for our group. Location was great for quick Uber to downtown area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana S.

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

Great location but a few quirks

The location and accommodations were great but there were a few quirks. The floor tiles in the upstairs bathroom were not glued down. And, where was the 4th bedroom per the listing? The noise from the el was not a problem but it would be problematic if someone was staying above us; someone was up there for about 5 minutes and we could hear what they were saying. But with that all said, the place was perfect for us
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Monica L.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in

Okay

Upon check in we never received a door code. When asked the host replied that she sent the code and never did. The house was not clean when we arrived there was hair everywhere. Some of the beds looked like they were slept in with hair in the sheets. The house is located in a great area.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jack M.

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

Perfect Chicago Visit Location

A beautiful apartment in a perfect location. Walking distance to Wells street in old town. The apartment itself was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The host also was very helpful with everything
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

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

Great location, communication

Host was very helpful with the entire process, communicating actively from the get-go and assisting with reasonably-priced accommodations that were add-ons (primarily early check-in and late checkout). The location was superb, right in the heart of Old Town. It's not the homeliest of places, but rather, a spot to fit a large crew looking for a weekend getaway that involves more adventure outside the residence. Would love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia P.

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

Great location, very comfortable

Had a great stay with friends in Chicago. Location is perfect. Really enjoyed our time.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Great spot in a great location

Exactly as advertised! Everything was clean and well-stocked. The patio area was very nice. We stayed over July 4th weekend and it was perfect for a small BBQ. Also a short walk to the grocery store and some great restaurants in old town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gail G.

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

Just Right!

We were a group of 5 adults so having 5 queen beds was great! We didn’t mind the interesting layout of the bedrooms as we were all getting up and going to bed at the same time. We also enjoyed a short walk to dinner one evening and another night for ice cream. Two grocery stores were available nearby, as well.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas V.

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

Great place

Communication was fantastic. Location is excellent. I stayed there with my wife and kids and there was plenty of room. Would be great for a big group of friends or a bachelor party weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aaron W.

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

Perfect location to move around the city

To say we enjoyed our stay was an understatement. Finding the location and unloading was smooth. Plenty of space for our family. We loved being able to walk around Old Town and wind our way down to Michigan Ave. The Sedgwick stop on the brown line was a 4 minute walk and made it easy to get anywhere we wanted in between the city. We are already trying to figure out when we can return and stay at this property. Thanks for everything!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Greg R.

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

Great home base for exploring downtown Chicago.

We stayed for a weekend in January and had a great time. The property is well located near the train and is in close proximity to most of the downtown Loop by 10-15 minute taxi or Uber. Old Town is a great area on its own with plenty of food, drink and shopping options nearby. The property was clean and plenty of space for us (group of 7. As described in the listing, the home has an interesting layout with one bedroom being a walkthrough to the back bedroom. This was hardly a concern for us and was no issue. Alexandra is a great host. She was available immediately to assist upon our arrival and quick to respond for all questions before and during our trip. We would stay here again on future trips.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

6/10 Okay

Amy W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Christmas in Chicago

Location was great for our activities—super close to train and out planned activities.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Dawn H.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

It was ok

Everything was ok accept check in we were given the wrong information. It was dark when we got there back porch not lighted in the confesion I fell on a giant step and then was unable to do all the events we had planned. It was also very difficult to send our IDs in and host was unable to meet us at property so this caused a lot of stress. My daughter with a Iphone was able to do it for me not able on android or computer.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ringo V.

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

Perfect Location

Incredible location, host very accommodating and responsive. Highly recommend!!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

8/10 Good

Jeanne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Place was decent

We wanted to be in Old Town near family and this place was clean and affordable in great location. The downside for us was not the city noise but the noise from upstairs neighbors. They weren't partying but had kids that were jumping around and the place isnt well insulated i guess. Not the fault of owner but just an fyi. Make sure you read through the whole listing and emails from the host because if you reach out with a question she will remind you the answer was in her email or on the listing a little condescendingly.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

John P.

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

3 day Chicago highlight trip

this property was well situated for getting to and from downtown. IT is in an area being gentrified and has walking access to Lincoln park and Zoo as well as nice dinning (Orso's I recommend and Kanela for breakfast)
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Doug L., USA

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

Great Location

Walked to bars, restaurants and grocery store!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mario S.

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

Good experience

Happy with my stay. Had 8 of us total and it was big enough to accommodate us all. Neighborhood was great. Host always got back to us in a timely manner. Would def consider staying again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

sean d.

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

Awesome communication

We ran into a problem with our VRBO. The property had a burst pipe. Inna communicated this problem thoroughly and made sure it was taken care of and the rest of our stay was wonderful. She emailed, texted and called. They also refunded us for most of the stay. Thank you!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ricardo M.

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

Perfect Location - Perfect Neighborhood

Perfect Location - Perfect Neighborhood! Close to everything including downtown. Great place for a family or a group of friends as was the case for our trip. Good communication and understanding hosts. Thank you.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paula S.

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

Great location - Family of 6

Easy walk and quick Uber to magnificent mile. Great for our family as we needed a place to crash with 5 beds but wanted to be close to all the downtown activities. Property manager was quick and responsive through VRBO messaging.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Chicago family gathering

We stayed at this property for a weekend family gathering in Chicago. This property had exactly the attributes we needed: separate spaces in which to sleep, a common space to gather, and a central location. It was a bit noisy, but nothing unexpected considering we were in Chicago on a weekend. Would recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary C.

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

Great little vacation!

Was a great place to stay with the family. Location was good walking distance from many great places.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sherry K.

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

Great house in the city

Property was clean and as described. Directions were easy. Check in and out were seamless. Garage was a tad tight to park in. Location was great. Overall fantastic house and stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Alexandra Belcher

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I live around the corner from this house so not only I am nearby if you need help but also think it is the best area in the city.

Why they chose this property

I love Old Town. This is where my family and I have lived for the last 15 years. I love that you can walk anywhere- downtown to the shops and restaurants, to the beach, park and the zoo or even take a walk around the streets with unique houses. My favorite activity in the summer is people watching sitting outside at one of the Wells street cafes

Languages:

English, Russian

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests