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Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront.

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A large hotel with a grid-like facade, multiple stories, and a prominent entrance at the center.
A staircase with white and wooden steps, a chandelier, and framed artwork on the walls.
A kitchen with white cabinets, a granite countertop, a built-in oven, and a ceiling fan.
A kitchen with a built-in food processor, a stainless steel refrigerator, and a wooden countertop.
A living room with a sofa, armchairs, a coffee table, and a rug.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Room to spread out
    Enjoy spacious layout that give everyone more room to relax.
  • Private garden
    A rare find — relax in the peaceful, private garden space.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Rate Field
Sleeps 8•5 bedrooms•5 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Place, Illinois Institute of Technology
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, State Street
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, McCormick Place
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪41 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Ground floor bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Library Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Master Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

Office Bedroom

1 Single Futon

Rear Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Ground Floor Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Master Bath

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Jetted bathtub · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Vanity bath

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront.

Step in to 19th century charm and grandeur in historic Bronzeville just minutes away from downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan beaches. Exactly halfway between the Obama Presidential Center and downtown. Perfect for large families or groups of professionals attending McCormick Place Convention Center events. Modern kitchen and large dining and living rooms create a perfect space to gather and relax after taking in Chicago's many sites. High-speed internet, free street parking, jacuzzi tub in master bath, convection oven, play area for children, and many other amenities. This is a two-unit building; the second unit is an occupied small garden apartment with a separate entrance.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: less than 23 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property Registration Number 60616, R25000126016
Property # 3213723vb
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

About the area

Chicago

Bronzeville, a neighbourhood in Chicago, is home to this holiday home. Field Museum of Natural History 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 McCormick Place, and consider making time for Griffin Museum of Science and Industry, a top attraction not to be missed.
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What's nearby

  • Illinois Institute of Technology - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • State Street - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Lakefront Trail - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Rate Field - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • McCormick Place - 2 min drive - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Chicago 27th Street Station - 15 min walk
  • 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Station - 16 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 24 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ricobene's - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Triple Crown Restaurant - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Chiu Quon Bakery - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

How much is parking at Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront. located?

Located in Bronzeville, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Illinois Institute of Technology and Lake Michigan. McCormick Place and Rate Field are also within 1 mile (2 km). 35th-Bronzeville-IIT Station is 16 minutes by foot and Sox-35th Station is 20 minutes.

About the host

Hosted by Jeff

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Jeff, a native of Chicago, is a retired writer and nonprofit manager. Marrianne, originally from Pittsburgh, is a professional communicator employed at the University of Chicago. They are enthusiastic supporters of Chicago and anxious to host guests from around the world in their lovingly renovated historic home on Chicago's near South Side.

Why they chose this property

A beautifully restored and modernized 1886 building close to downtown is a perfect place for large family gatherings, a group of friends, or business travelers who need easy access to McCormick Place Convention Center. The large, fully equipped kitchen features a double electric oven (one convection) a gas stovetop, a kitchen-aid mixer, baking supplies and more. A deck, grill and garden in the backyard provide a perfect setting for outdoor meals. Very high speed internet allows for multiple people to be online with no delays. Full streaming services available in living room.
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