LONG STAY,4BED,UC 2MI,FREE PRKG,DWTN 15MIN
Guest rating: 4.0 / 5
Overview
LONG STAY,4BED,UC 2MI,FREE PRKG,DWTN 15MIN is a smoke-free apartment-style stay listed in the Greater Grand Crossing area of Chicago, with a lakeside setting noted in the source description. It’s positioned as a “home away from home” and is described as newly renovated with a spacious layout, 16-foot ceilings, large windows, natural light, and art deco-inspired finishes.
Inside the unit
The unit is designed for longer stays with a full-sized kitchen and new stainless-steel appliances, including a refrigerator, gas range, microwave, toaster, and coffee maker. Practical comforts include air conditioning and an ironing board/iron, plus an in-unit washer and dryer. Starter supplies are described as provided (coffee pods/sweeteners, dish and bath soaps, shampoo/conditioner, towels), along with Netflix/Roku for in-home streaming.
Parking, security, and house features
Free street parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. The listing describes multiple security measures, including Ring doorbells/cameras facing the street exterior, a backyard floodlight camera, and motion detectors linked to ADT with two secure entryways. Guests who are privacy-sensitive may want to clarify camera locations and monitoring details before arrival.
Location and nearby transit
The property is described as about a 2-mile drive from Hyde Park, the University of Chicago, the Museum of Science and Industry, and the Woodlawn area, with easy highway and public transportation access. Nearby transit options include bus stops at 69th Street & Indiana (about 308 m) and King Drive & Marquette Rd (about 338 m), plus the 69th Red Line Station area (about 683 m). The nearest listed train station is 55th–56th–57th St. (about 3.5 km).
Nearby dining and airports
Dining options in the surrounding area include Southtown Sub (about 713 m), Baba's Famous Steak & Lemonade (about 776 m), Happy Philly steak shrimp fish & chicken max (about 819 m), Ace Pizza (about 834 m), Privilege Restaurant Bar (about 963 m), and Social Sip (about 1.1 km), with additional restaurants a bit farther out such as Authentic Cooking Soul Food Kitchen (about 1.5 km) and Truth Be Told (about 2.5 km). Chicago Midway International Airport is about 11.2 km away, while Chicago O’Hare International Airport is about 33.2 km away. Major Chicago draws mentioned in the source include Willis Tower, Cloud Gate, McCormick Place, the Field Museum, and Lincoln Park Zoo (drive required).
Best for
This stay best fits longer-stay travelers or groups who want apartment conveniences, including a full kitchen with stainless-steel appliances and an in-unit washer/dryer. It can also work well for visitors with plans around Hyde Park and the University of Chicago area, given the listing’s “UC 2 mi” positioning and described proximity to the Museum of Science and Industry.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transit, the closest listed options are bus stops at 69th Street & Indiana and King Drive & Marquette Rd (both within about 0.4 km), with additional access near the 69th Red Line Station area (about 0.7 km). Street parking is free but first-come, first-served, so arriving earlier can help if you’re driving. Because the listing describes exterior cameras and an ADT-linked system, confirm check-in instructions and camera placement details in writing before arrival, especially if privacy is a concern.
What guests say
The property has a public rating of 4/5 from 12 reviews, but the provided excerpts focus heavily on negative service and billing experiences. Reported issues include unexpected price changes, hidden fees, and difficulty resolving charges through the booking platform or property management. The excerpts also raise concerns about cameras inside the unit and disputes related to attempting to cover a camera, as well as problems during check-in tied to alarm/security system changes. Communication responsiveness is described as poor in the excerpted feedback, with unanswered calls and shifting refund expectations.
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