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Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum

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Smart TV
Exterior detail
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Combined shower/bathtub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Interior detail

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 14149 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Beach view
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Rate Field
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • University of Chicago
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • McCormick Place
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

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

Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum

The space is two bedrooms with a common area and bathroom. The common area has a sofa (that can be used if there are more guests than cant fit in the bedroom) and a dining set. The common area also has a mini- fridge, a microwave, and a coffee maker.
Guests have their own private entrance. There is also free street parking.

Conveniently situated near McCormick Place, our home offers visitors an ideal location in the center of everything the Windy City has to offer. Guests can easily reach the best shopping, dining, museums, landmarks, and attractions with ease. Whether you're attending a convention at McCormick Place, you want to see a football game at iconic Soldier Field, or you can't wait to dip your toes in Lake Michigan, we're just minutes away from some of Chicago's most exciting attractions and activities.
During your stay at this apartment building, you'll be within walking distance of State Street. Free WiFi and a kitchenette are available in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchenette, sofa bed, and living room
  • Free WiFi
  • 15 minutes by foot from State Street and a 3-minute drive from Lake Michigan

Property amenities

Beach

  • On the beach

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Parking on site

Kitchenette

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV

Laundry

  • Laundromat nearby

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: No Smoking! Will charge a fee if smoking in house.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake
  • On the waterfront

Things to do

  • Basketball nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Unit size: 1,600 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

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

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Nothing needs to be done, we will take care of everything.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Rules

No parties of any kind are allowed in the house. Only amount of guest booked are allowed in unit
No GUNS or DRUGS of any kind allowed on property. Reservation will be voided. No smoking in the property at all.

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed
No parties of any kind no birthday or gettogether

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking! Will charge a fee if smoking in house.

Payment types at the property

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property accepts credit cards
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: No parties of any kind no birthday or gettogether
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account which will enable you to manage your booking.
Property Registration Number 60653, R25000130900

Property is also known as

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Reviews

Spacious Bronzeville Gem Garden lvl Near Downtown, University of Chicago, Museum Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.6/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness
Rating 10 - Excellent. 62 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 72 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

laura m., Grand Rapids

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

wendy C., Michigan

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend get away

Enough room for a quick get away
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

2/10 Terrible

Michelle l.

Disliked: Cleanliness

abusive owners

horrible
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Timothy M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very Clean

Nice place, not alot of parking
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful home close to everything!

The description was spot on. We had a great 2 night stay. The host was super kind and met us when we arrived and gave us a tour. The place was immaculate! They had a Keurig with coffee pods which was so nice. My bed was extremly comfortable. Wonderful stay and would definitely stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Dina H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed for marathon

Rented with Valane for the marathon weekend. It was clean, quiet, away from the hustle of the city. It was super easy to navigate to expo, start lines, and sites. Loved jot beong couped up in a hotel room for the weekend Highly recommend Thank you so much for the great stay
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ryan C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful stay

We stayed in this property while moving our son into the University of Chicago. It is conveniently located very near campus so it was easy to get back-and-forth. The owners were very easy to work with, and we enjoyed our stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Amber F.

Not what was expected from VRBO description

Not a big deal, but we had to wait for check in; although 1pm was advertised. We weren't able to get in until 2pm as it was still being cleaned. They missed wiping out the refrigerator though. Owner came down while we were eating dinner before our concert to go over the rules. Had to provide drivers license of who booked reservation and sign waiver. An experience that I have not had before. She told us there was water in the refrigerator we were welcome to, there was none. That extra blankets could be found in the chest, there was one. Definitely need more. I was excited to stay in such a beautiful place as I love these older homes. However we didn't stay here but in their basement. The private entrance was from outside into a small brick area that did not smell great. During the day it was dark to be able to enter the code had to use phones for light. This location did not have a waterfront view, but was near the lake. Kitchenette was not what I had visioned. No sink, only sink in the bathroom. A small microwave, refrigerator and a keurig all on the same stand. What was not mentioned was the other entrance from their home into the area. Owners live directly above which was a little surprising and uncomfortable. Glad we were there only for a short visit. When they were getting up early in the morning they actually woke us up. They were very nice and we would stay again for an overnight in the area, but it was not what we were expecting.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Alicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect stay for our girl's weekend!

We had the best time at this little "home away from home." There was more than enough space for my friend and me, and it was a beautiful set-up! The hosts are wonderful as well. I highly recommend this VRBO!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Chicago Cozy

Thank you for the stay is your adorable guest suite! Location was perfect!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Tammy F., Crestwood, KY

Liked: Cleanliness

Bronzeville Gem

Clean stay and had everything we needed. Enjoyed our morning walks to the Green Line at 43rd to enjoy the city…even got to walk past Louis Armstrong’s historic home when he lived in Chicago. Wonderful breakfast at Peach’s just a few blocks away. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stacy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location and property

The location is perfect for plans to the museums and easy access to Lake Shore Drive. It also has plenty of street parking.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jason E., Valrico, Florida

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Location & Nice Place

Had a great stay, property was located 10 minutes from the Convention Center and close enough to downtown.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

TRACEY K., Tucson, Arizona, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place!

Stayed at LaTrina and Valane's property for 4 days while helping our daughter into the UChicago dorm. Property was close to Hyde Park, super-clean, and had everything we needed. We met LaTrina in person - she was so helpful and has a sunny, delightful personality. Their Bronzeville neighborhood is lovely, quiet, and safe - it was perfect for two 50-somethings visiting from the southwestern US. We will definitely be back to Chicago to visit our kid, and will hope to stay at this VRBO again when we do!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Girls weekend for my 50th

Starting with the positive: I wanted to go to Chicago to spend time with my best friend for my 50th. The property owners communicated pretty well through messages. They were also understanding that the bus/train was extremely late. Inside the property for the most part was clean. The inconsistencies with the advertising of the property: 1. The picture looks like guests would be staying upstairs. No mention of downstairs. 2. The place where guests stay is downstairs. Not enough lighting at all. 3. You go downstairs you press your code. Door opens. You would think you walked right into the rental. No. I walked in and the smell to the little storage area I would call it, smelled like mold. Like walking into an outdoor basement. No lights. Found the next door that I didn’t know was there, press in code. This is where you stay. Again, no lights on at all. Walked into the dark and many air fresheners. I viewed this too cover up the outdoor smell. 3. Property owner came downstairs. Took pictures of my license. Make sure it was who we are. Not needed. 4. Asked the owner how long it takes to get to downtown. Was told multiple times, 10 minutes. More like 30 minutes via UBER. Asked how to get into downtown. Take the green line. Again, told like 10 minutes, hour later. Had to jump on and off multiple lines. 5. Was told in a safe neighborhood. Safe neighborhoods don’t have bars on windows. 6. Left Friday August 11th. Didn’t feel safe. Too far out!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Matthew P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Vacation 2023

Had a fantastic time at the property. Very clean and comfortable (for the few times we were there). Excellent trip!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Vanisha N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Relaxing, Quite, Clean, Safe, Wonderful :)

Great neighborhood: close to major freeways, food spots, and downtown. I vacation at least 4 times a year, staying in many hotels and Airbnbs. My normal practice is to check in, deep clean before I could even consider resting. This home was by far one of the cleanest places I’ve stayed in. Many homes are picture perfect, but up close and personal not so much… Upon walking into this space, I could SMELL the fresh and clean. It was obvious they take the time to really sanitize between guests. The host went through the proper check in process (the same as you would at a hotel) – It was nice to be greeted. I felt the experience was that of a 5-star establishment where the service is much more personable. The communication was great, the host was a text/phone call away. Its apparent the host take pride in ensuring their visitors have a pleasant stay. Each and every time I visit Chicago, I’ll be here at the Gem Garden.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brandon L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend in Chicago

Very clean and spacious accommodations. A great place to stay just south of downtown.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

david c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice and comfortable place

We like the unit but the internet did not work well. Not much of a signal. Also we were charged 60 dollars extra for my sister and brother in law. I was surprise by that charge. I have never been charged extra for the alloted guest in a unit. I own a VRBO that sleeps 6 and would never charge extra unless there were more than six. It made the unit quite expensive for us.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carmen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great stay in Chicago

Very friendly host. Location is close to everything and parking was never a problem. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Extremely Organized

The location was extremely organized and clean. We really enjoyed ourselves.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

William S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful little apartment and great friendly hosts.

Great little apartment and fantastic hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Krissy K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend Getaway

Beautiful corporate apartment that was very clean. The owners had the best check-in process I've experienced with vacation rentals. They are friendly and accommodating. The neighborhood is quiet with street parking. We appreciated free and easy parking in Chicago. I would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Esteban S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Graduation Stay!

Wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place close to McCormick Center

Very clean place with some very comfortable beds. We felt right at home and it met all of our needs. In town for a convention and wanted to be away from the hotels of downtown Chicago.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023