:: The Wolcott :: Modern Elegance at Its Finest
Guest rating: 4.6 / 5
Overview
The Wolcott is a 6,000 sq-ft, multi-level modern-contemporary home in Chicago designed for large-group stays and entertaining. It offers 4 fully-suited bedrooms plus additional room space that can be set up for extra sleepers using provided king and queen air mattresses and linens. With 5 full bathrooms and two half baths, it’s built for groups who want space, privacy, and easy flow between indoor and outdoor areas.
Kitchens & In-Home Living
A standout feature is the custom kitchen centered around a 44 sq-ft marble island, paired with Bosch and Thermador appliances and two Thermador dishwashers. In-home comforts and conveniences include air conditioning, heating, a fireplace, cable TV, washer, and an ironing board. The property also includes a custom wine cellar and a pool table for at-home downtime.
Outdoor Space & Views
The Wolcott includes multiple outdoor areas, including rooftop decks with unobstructed 360-degree views and a skyline view of downtown Chicago. A private fenced backyard connects to a 360 sq-ft bluestone patio off the great room. Outdoor features also include a balcony and patio space, plus an outdoor grill for cookouts.
Fitness, Hot Tub & Connectivity
Recreation and wellness amenities include a dedicated exercise room and a hot tub. For connectivity-heavy trips, the home is equipped with a whole-house indoor/outdoor Orby mesh Wi‑Fi system supported by a fiberoptic 1.5 Gps broadband connection—useful for streaming, remote work, and multiplayer gaming.
Location & Nearby Food
For transit access, Clybourn station is about 1.4 km away, with larger hubs including Ogilvie Transportation Center (~3.8 km), Chicago Union Station (~4.1 km), and Millennium Station (~4.8 km). Dining and drinks are close by, with options like The Perch Kitchen and Tap (~255 m), Mac's Wood Grilled (~314 m), Ina Mae (~324 m), Standard Bar and Grill (~335 m), and several other restaurants within roughly 0.5–0.8 km. Chicago Midway International Airport is ~14.7 km away and Chicago O'Hare International Airport is ~20.9 km away.
Best for
The Wolcott is best for groups who want a high-end, house-style stay with ample indoor/outdoor hosting space, multiple bathrooms, and a large, well-equipped kitchen. It also suits tech-forward travelers and gamers thanks to whole-house mesh Wi‑Fi and a fiberoptic 1.5 Gps connection. Guests planning celebrations can benefit from the event-friendly setup, noting that larger events may involve additional pricing based on size and scope.
Travel tips
If you plan to use regional rail or connect across the city, Clybourn station (~1.4 km) is the closest train station, while Ogilvie and Union Station are about 3.8–4.1 km away. For quick meals and meetups, several restaurants and bars are within a short walk (roughly 255–503 m). If you’re flying, Midway is closer than O’Hare (about 14.7 km vs. 20.9 km).
What guests say
Reviews emphasize a friendly, thorough, and highly communicative host from booking through checkout. Guests consistently describe the home as beautiful and well equipped, highlighting its suitability for group gatherings. The amount of space—both indoors and outdoors—comes up as a major advantage for hosting. No recurring negative themes are indicated in the provided excerpts.
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