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Historic 3BR Retreat Near Univ of Chicago

Family-friendly stay near Chicago Museum of Science and Industry

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Smart TV, video games, foosball, stereo
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Dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
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Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroom139 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Parking available
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Place, University of Chicago Medicine
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Chicago
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Chicago Museum of Science and Industry
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (MDW-Midway Intl.)
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Chicago

Woodlawn stay.Your stay at this Woodlawn vacation home places you within 3 miles (5 km) of University of Chicago and Lake Michigan. Also, University of Chicago Medicine is within half a mile (1 km) and Robie House is within 2 miles (3 km).

What's nearby

  • University of Chicago Medicine - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • University of Chicago - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Chicago Museum of Science and Industry - 3 min drive - 2.9 km
  • Rate Field - 7 min drive - 7.0 km
  • McCormick Place - 9 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Chicago 55th-56th-57th Street Station - 4 min drive
  • King Drive Station - 9 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 37 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lynn's Chicago Pizza - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Daley's Restaurant - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Au Bon Pain - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪Get It N Go - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Jamaican Jerk Spice - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Historic 3BR Retreat Near Univ of Chicago

Discover the beauty of Chicago from this charming 3-bedroom apartment. There is one room each with queen size beds and a 3rd room with 1 bunk bed that includes a full-size bottom, twin top and twin brindle. There is also an additional, plush twin mattress stored in the closet to accommodate a larger number of guests, Our marvelous space is perfect for families or groups of friends. Enjoy the convenience of amenities like, Wi-Fi, heating, Large Kuerig, portable a/c, projector, game table and more. Our place is equipped for both long and short stays to make your visit one to remember. 7-minute drive to the Lake front & within walking distance of the DuSable Museum, University, Washington Park (where all the great festivals take place) and Chicago University Hospital. There is also 4 ways of public transportation all within 2 blocks.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Porch/lanai

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Change of bedsheets (on request)
  • Change of towels on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Basketball nearby
  • Golfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bed sheets changed on request
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Towels (changed on request)
  • Unit size: 1,500 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available

Special check-in instructions

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

Rules

No disposable towels or garbage shall be put in the toilet. Candles are decorative only and shouldn't be lite. Please close doors upon exit and entry
No running in the apartment to avoid disturbance of neighbors below the unit.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: Children are welcome, however, running is not

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
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
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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. Long-term renters welcome. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number R25000127902, 60637

Reviews

Historic 3BR Retreat Near Univ of Chicago Reviews

8.8

Excellent

8.8/10

Cleanliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 3 out of 5 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 5 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 5 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 5 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
It was lovely and the host was great!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Robbie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice place could use some upgrades.

Nice place with some old charm. Could use some upgrades to make all rooms totally usable for us. Communication was excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Angela S., Nashville

Liked: Cleanliness

Great space close to trains

We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend and stay again!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Cherie W.

Charming unit-basic updates required

Location and unit size fit our needs. Not all listed amenities were avaliable. Nice unit with charm but could use lots of basic updating for tech and full usage of all available rooms listed to be fully accomodating for a family to relax and enjoy the space.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jack

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice old place. Great communication

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Stayed 2 nights in May 2025