Location: Lincoln Park, North Side, Chicago, Illinois, USA (Lincoln Park neighborhood 3 miles North of Chicago's "Loop") View Map
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 2-8)
Keywords: Apartments, condo, flat,
In Chicago's Lincoln Park neighborhood, China Doll offers three complete self-contained apartment suites with private entrances. There is a two room one bedroom unit that can sleep up to 6 people, one six room two bedroom unit that can sleep up to 8 people, and one six room two bedroom unit that can sleep up to 6 people.
Designed as corporate apartments, the in-unit office areas include a computer with MS Office, high-speed cable Internet access, scanner, black-and-white laser printer, photocopier, CD writer, and fax machine. The building has WWIFI. The smaller unit has a conference room that seats four and is equipped with a wall-mounted television with computer hook-up.
We also tend to your personal comfort. Each apartment has a private two-person Jacuzzi and steam room (robes and slippers provided). Entertainment consists of premium cable TV, VCR with a library of movies, DVD player, stereo, and CD player can be enjoyed either in front of the fireplace or in bed. During nice weather enjoy the deck and private garden.
I encourage you to click the link below where you can take a complete vitual tour of each of the apartments.
Other amenities include washer and dryer, and built in ironing board.
The neighborhood offers a broad range of restaurants, theaters, bars, and live music. Kingston Mines, Chicago Blue, Briar Street Theater, Lincoln Park, Lake Michigan, and the beach are within walking distance.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning
- Linens Provided
- Washer : Shared with two other units
- Dryer : Shared with two other units
- Garage : Optional extra $10.00 per night
- Off Street Parking : $10.00 per night
- Gas Fireplace : One is in the master bedroom
- Beds
- Queen Bed (2)
- Convertible Bed (2)
- Child Bed : Available upon request
- Crib (2) : Cribs and Highchairs available upon request
- Entertainment
- Jetted Tub in Bath : Two person Jacuzzi with aroma therapy oils provided in each apartment.
- Sauna : Private steam room in each apartment
- Cable/Satellite TV
- DVD
- VCR
- Video Library : Choose from over 50 titles
- CD Player
- Stereo System
- Music Library
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Kitchens are spectacular with all top of the line appliances. 1st floor has a commercial in door gas grill.
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Ice Maker
- Catering Available : Referal to a private chef service
- Outdoor Features
- Gas/Electric BBQ Grill : Indoor gas grills in each unit as well as on the decks.
- Deck/Patio : Overlooks a large garden
- Balcony : 2nd floor unit has a private 12 X 20 foot deck
- Communications
- Free Long Distance : Skype provided on the computer with unlimited domestic and international calling
- Computer : Each apartment has its own computer with high speed DSL, plus a multi function laser printer, fax, copier, and scanner plus a CD writer. No extra charge
- WiFi (Wireless Internet) : The entire property is WiFi hot with high speed DSL at not extra charge.
- Other Amenities
- Two person Jacuzzi, Private Steam room, The extra sleeping in the garden apartment includes a queen sized sofa bed in front of the fireplace and two queen sized Aerobeds in the living room, The larger apartments have two queen sized sofa beds, a queen sized futon, and aerobeds
- Suitability
- Pet Friendly : Extra $10.00 per night fee. Free steam cleaning upon request for guests concerned about allergens from prior pets.
- Kid Friendly : Cribs, highchairs, step stools, safety gates, videos, and toys provided
- Smoking Not Allowed : May smoke on the porch or patio. Ash trays provided
- Activities
- Golf
- Tennis
- Shopping
- Sailing
- Boating
- Swimming
- Biking
- Cross Country Skiing
- Fishing
- Health/Beauty Spa
- Antiquing
- Live Theatre
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Hiking
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
Our website has detailed rate information as well as up to date availability
You can also book on-line on our website.
We offer discounts based on the length of stay, day of week, season, last minute.
China Doll I and II (2 bedrooms)...$295/night. 3 night minimum stay
China Doll III (1 bedroom)...$245/night. 3 night minimum stay
Based on double occupancy. Extra guests $20.00 per night includes breakfast food.
Early Week (Mon., Tues., Wed.) - $25 off per night
11.9% hotel tax for stays of less then 30 nights.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Map & Owner's Profile
Lincoln Park - Luxury Apartment
Year Purchased: 1984
Why the Owner Chose Lincoln Park
We renovated one of the apartments in the building as our home and decided to hold out another apartment as our guest bedroom suite. We have since moved to a condo about a block away and now offer all three apartments as vacation rentals
The Unique Benefits at this Apartment
We live just a block away so we are much more responsive than the typical rental "agent".
We are just 3 blocks from the Briar Street Theater, home of the Blue Man Group.
There is a very nicely equipped children's playground just a block away.
Chicago's favorite dog park is just a few blocks away at 2645 N. Sheffield. After a hard day of play our canine guests can come home the plush doggie beds at China Doll.
Home of the Chicago Cubs is a pleasant one mile walk from China Doll with plenty of watering holes along the way.
Owner's Map of Lincoln Park
Yanan is the Chinese "Mom" of China Doll. She came to the United States in 1989. We met in Chicago in 1998 but returned to Beijing for our wedding. Her life in China included 7 years as an opera singer in the entertainment corps of the People's Liberation Army. We have been running China Doll Guest House since 2001.
Property Photos
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- Our 1895 vintage Victorian home - Chicago, IL - Illinois Corporate Apartment Rental
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- The cozy living room with fireplace and sleeper sofa in the garden apartment. - Chicago, IL - Illinois Corporate Apartment Rental
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- Kitchen and dining area in the garden apartment. Stocked with coffee and tea. - Chicago, IL - Illinois Corporate Apartment Rental
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- Cosy and romantic bedroom in the garden apartment
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- The garden and deck shared by the first floor and garden apartments
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- Second floor dining room and kitchen with a view into the two living rooms
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- Office in the second floor apartment; Every apartment has a computer and WIFI
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- Master bedroom in the first floor apartment
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- Fireplace and entertainment center in second floor master bedroom
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- Second floor apartment has a private deck
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- First floor bathroom showing the private jacuzzi and steam room.
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- First floor kitchen has an indoor grill. Also, view into dining and living room.
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- China Doll I Living Room
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- China Doll II 1st living room with TV and 2nd living room with fireplace
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- China Doll I Dining Room - Seats up to 12 Guests
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- China Doll II Bathroom with Jacuzzi
Traveler Reviews (8)
Charming!
Guest: julie w.
Date of Stay: 07/08/11
Review Submitted: 07/19/11
We were delighted with our stay at the China Doll Guest House. They thought of everything - soap, shampoo, computer paper, water bottles, umbrellas. You name it, they had it. Better yet, it was clean and the kitchen is spectacular. We celebrated our grandson's first birthday there and a good time was had by all - from those less than a year to those over 80 years.
Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with teenagers, girls getaway, families with young children.
Guest: Paul33
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Date of Stay: 10/07/08
Review Submitted: 10/07/08
China Doll is an excellent value and wonderful place to stay in Chicago. For anyone considering an extended trip to Chicago, there is no better option. Located in north Lincoln Park, close to public transportation and major roadways, it is a quiet hideaway in a vintage Chicago neighborhood. The accommodations are top notch, with a wonderful kitchen, dining area, sleeping and bathing accommodations, and pleasant amenities. Secure, off street parking is available. The owner are attentive to their guests needs and immediately responsive when help is needed. This is a five-star experience.
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Guest: Lenore1
(Sarasota Florida)
Date of Stay: 09/24/08
Review Submitted: 09/24/08
We (family of 8)stayed in the Coachhouse in September 08 and it was FABULOUS! Very comfortable, well appointed and spotless. The Breakfast food provided was generous and tasty, and the location was very convenient. We loved it, and would definatly go back.
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Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/19/08
Review Submitted: 09/19/08
This is our third stay, our first wintertime visit. Loved it as always, and especially the warm & cozy fire. We think of the China Doll as our "home away from home." We'll be back!
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Guest: Oliver & Penelope
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Date of Stay: 07/08/07
Review Submitted: 07/08/07
Thank you for providing a home away from home! Hotel? Never again! You exceeded our greatest expectations, and the China Doll will be at the top of our visit for our next trip to Chicago and referrals of our friends and family. We came for a Police concert and enjoyed the apartment so much more!
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Guest: Jessie and Christine
(Paris, France)
Date of Stay: 12/23/06
Review Submitted: 12/23/06
My 2 daughters and I come to Chicago every year at this time and never before have we had such wonderful accomodations!! We've also stayed in many 4 and 5 star hotels throughout the country with our family travels. China Doll is fantastic and we hope to stay here agian next year. The hosts are wonderful and thought of everthing necessary for an enjyable stay.
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Guest: Paul and Kim1
(Flowery Branch, Georgia)
Date of Stay: 12/21/06
Review Submitted: 12/21/06
Their hospitality was kind, but not intrusive. As a computer consultant, the complete office set up and high-speed internet conncetion enabled me to keep in touch with my office when necessary. We would love to take the kitchen and bath home with us! The location in the city is perfect and enabled us to leave our car parked and walk to most of the places we wanted to go. We searched for weeks online and couldn't find any place that could match what you have or beat your rates. I quess you can tell by now that we fully intend to return to China Doll!
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Guest: Dannette
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Date of Stay: 12/20/06
Review Submitted: 12/20/06
From the moment you walk through the doors, the environment reduced my stress level, ten fold. The shower is fantastic! I was taken away to another place and time each morning.
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