Large historic home minutes from downtown Chicago and the lakefront.
Guest rating: 5.0 / 5
Overview
This is a large vacation home in a historic Chicago neighborhood, described as a 19th‑century property with “charm and grandeur.” It’s positioned minutes from downtown Chicago and Lake Michigan beaches, making it a base for both city sightseeing and lakefront time. Public feedback is excellent so far, with a 5/5 rating from 2 reviews.
Space & Setup
The home is geared toward groups, with a modern kitchen plus large dining and living rooms designed for gathering. Guest feedback specifically notes a group of 10 was able to stay comfortably. The property is smoke-free and includes in-home essentials such as air conditioning and an ironing board.
Amenities
Self-catering is supported by a full kitchen, including a convection oven noted in the source description. Outdoor time is covered with an outdoor grill, and the home is pet-friendly. Additional highlights mentioned include high-speed internet, free parking, a large hot tub, and a children’s play area.
Location & Getting Around
Transit access is close: Michigan & 31st Street bus stop is about 45 m away, with 31st Street & Michigan about 61 m away and State & 31st Street about 251 m away. Regional rail stations are within several kilometers (LaSalle Street ~4.35 km; Chicago Union Station ~4.76 km). Airports include Chicago Midway International (~12.14 km) and Chicago O’Hare International (~28.30 km).
Nearby Food & City Highlights
Dining options nearby include Turtle’s Bar & Grill (~868 m), Franco’s Ristorante (~904 m), Dim Dim (~854 m), Ricobene’s (~1.24 km), and Maxwell Street Depot (~1.14 km). For major Chicago attractions, the listing notes convenient access to cultural and visitor highlights such as the Field Museum of Natural History, the Art Institute of Chicago, Michigan Avenue, Navy Pier, McCormick Place, and the Museum of Science and Industry.
Best for
This home is best for large families, multi-generational groups, or friend groups who want shared common space, since it’s specifically described as a large historic home with big dining and living rooms and has hosted a group of 10 comfortably. It also suits professionals attending McCormick Place events thanks to the stated proximity and the inclusion of high-speed internet. Pet owners looking for a smoke-free stay will also appreciate the pet-friendly policy and in-home amenities like air conditioning and a full kitchen.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transit, the closest options are extremely nearby: the Michigan & 31st Street bus stop is about 45 m away (with additional stops within a few hundred meters). For longer-distance connections, LaSalle Street Station and Chicago Union Station are both around 4–5 km away. Flying in, Midway is notably closer than O’Hare (about 12.14 km vs. 28.30 km).
What guests say
Reviews consistently highlight a very positive overall stay and emphasize the home’s convenient location near downtown Chicago in a historic neighborhood setting. Guests mention that large groups can be accommodated comfortably, citing a group of 10 as an example. Another recurring theme is strong host experience, with owners described as kind and accommodating. No negative issues or recurring drawbacks are mentioned in the provided reviews.
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