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The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib
TV, fireplace, smart speakers
Shower, hair dryer
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Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

Entire condo

2 bedrooms2 bathrooms1200 sq ft

Popular amenities

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  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • Air conditioningAir conditioningAir conditioning

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Chicago, IL
  • Popular LocationUnited Center19 min walk
  • Popular LocationChicago Riverwalk5 min drive
  • Popular LocationWillis Tower6 min drive
  • AirportChicago, IL (DPA-Dupage)46 min drive

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About this property

Entire place

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

The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown

This cozy apartment features custom furniture in every room and a fireplace to warm up next to on a chilly night. Make use of the well-stocked kitchen to cook a hearty breakfast before setting out to explore the city! The primary bedroom has a King Bed, the second bedroom as queen bed and the pull out sofa in the living room has a queen bed. All of the mattresses are high quality memory foam.

Parking: 1 gated parking spot included & plenty of free street parking

Items of Note:

1. The condo is located on a nice quiet block in the Little Italy/ UIC neighborhood. The center of the city, West Loop, River North and many other destinations are close by and can be easily reached by public transit, it is just a few minutes' walk from the Western Blue line stop, or Uber/ Lyft/ Cab.
2. The condo comes with access to a gated parking spot. There is also plenty of free street parking should you need a second spot.
3. Each room has a least 1 piece of custom made furniture.
4. If you are looking to cook, the kitchen is well equipped. I enjoy cooking and I made sure it had everything I would need.
5. There is an Amazon Echo, who you may call Alexa, to entertain you during your stay. Ask her the weather, to play music, set an alarm.....

***I am always striving to improve my place and my guests experience. Should you have any suggestions on how I can improve my Airbnb please let me know.***

Guests will have the 2 bed 2 bath condo and a gated parking spot all to themselves. There is a queen bed in each room and pull out sofa bed in the living room, which is quite comfortable. The bathroom comes equipped with shampoo and soap should you need them. Linens and towels are of course provided as well.

Every guest is different and has different preferences and needs. As your host I always do my best to provide you with all of the information you need before your stay. I will also will answer any questions that might arise during your stay.

The condo is situated in the Little Italy/UIC area, just a few minutes' walk from the Western Blue Line stop. The West Loop and Willis/Sears Tower are 2 and 3 miles away, respectively, and can be easily reached by train or car.

**Note**: There is a camera above the exterior thresholds of both doors. They simply monitor who is going in and out of the home. Neither camera can see inside the home and there are no other cameras anywhere on the property.

- Train, Uber/ Lyft, Divvy or Walk

- Out of respect for the neighbors parties of 6 or are not generally accommodated. However, depending on the circumstances we might be able to work something out.
- If you lose your key it is a $35 fine.
- If you lose the remote to the gated parking area it is a $150 fine.
Rental Agreement and House Rules: Once you book, you agree to these terms.

General Principles:

• These House Rules are intended to ensure that our property and neighbors are respected. Rest assured, there should be no problems if that happens, but if you feel you cannot follow our Rules, we respectfully ask that you not book with us.
• Please respect our property and neighbors (there are families in the association) and keep noise to a minimum, especially after 10 p.m. Guests are not permitted past 10 p.m.

Zero Tolerance Policy:

• If any party that may disturb our neighbors is thrown, large or small, or anyone engages in drug use, including marijuana use, we will require you to leave the property and impose the fines below.

Damage Deposit and Fines:

• We have overwhelmingly positive relationships with our guests and are rarely forced to fine anyone. Our intent is not to prevent you and your group from enjoying yourselves. We want all of our guests to have fun! Instead, our intent is to weed out bad actors and prevent situations that may disturb our neighbors and damage our property.
• We impose fines if any party is thrown, large or small ($1,000); anyone smokes in the property ($350); the keys are not returned ($35); the garage door opener is not returned ($100); or any theft occurs ($500 minimum depending on the item). We may also impose a $100 fine for excessive noise.
• If you timely let us know that an item is missing or damaged, we will simply charge a replacement cost. But if this is unreported, we will impose a fine of, or reduce your damage deposit by, three times the replacement cost for the missing or damaged item.
• Parking in the correct spot, described below, and properly centering your car between the lines is critical. Failure to center your vehicle in the spot will prevent neighbors from being able to park and will result in a $75 fine.
• If the number of guests exceeds the number specified in the reservation, we will impose a $25 charge per unspecified guest each night. If the number of guests exceeds the maximum allowed by our listing, we will impose $50 fine for each extra guest each night, and either keep your damage deposit or impose a $100 fine.
• On rare occasion, when our home is left unusually dirty, the cleaner charges extra. If this occurs, you will be charged $50 for each hour of cleaning beyond the allotted cleaning time.
• Checking out after 11 a.m. on the last day of your stay may result in a $50 fine if you are not out by 11:15 a.m. and an additional $50 fine for each subsequent hour.

Prior to Booking:
o We require that you have verified your email and phone number through the rental site. We also encourage you to provide additional identify verification such as your social media profile, a government-issued ID and a clear image of yourself.

After Booking:
o After booking with us and before your stay, we will require you to send us a picture of your government-issued ID. (We respect your privacy. This security process is no different from a hotel requiring you to present your ID upon arrival.) Upon receipt of your ID, we will send you the access instructions for the unit approximately one week before your stay or else immediately if your stay is less than one week away.
 We may call you to conduct a final screening. If we reach out to you, access instructions will not be released until we speak. If we do not hear back from you in 24-48 hours after reaching out for the screening, we may ask you to cancel your reservation.

Check-out:
o Check-out is at 11am on the last day of your stay. This check-out time applies to all stays unless: (1) an alternate plan has been agreed to and (2) payment for late check-out or extending your stay has been made. The alternate check-out plan and payment must be made at a reasonable time before the last day of your stay.
o Checking out on time is extremely important. We cannot offer last-minute exceptions. The cleaners will clean the condominium right after your stay, and new guests often check in shortly thereafter.

Property manager

Alex Cross

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

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

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower only

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Smart speaker
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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

General

  • 1 unit
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
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 and a first aid kit
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

Property is also known as

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown is located in Near West Side, a neighborhood in Chicago. Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Michigan Avenue and Navy Pier. Field Museum of Natural History and Lincoln Park Zoo are not to be missed.

What's nearby

  • United Center - 19 min walk
  • University of Illinois Chicago - 2 min drive
  • Chicago Riverwalk - 5 min drive
  • Grant Park - 6 min drive
  • Willis Tower - 6 min drive

Getting around

  • Chicago Western Avenue Station (BNSF) - 2 min drive
  • Western Station (Forest Park Branch) - 3 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 12 min walk
  • Wendy's - 8 min walk
  • McDonald's - 12 min walk
  • White Castle - 10 min walk
  • Chipotle Mexican Grill - 11 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown?

There is free parking nearby.

What time is check-in at The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is The Upscale Getaway Near Downtown located?

Located in Near West Side, this condo building is within 1 mi (2 km) of Rush University Medical Center and United Center. Willis Tower is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away. Western Station (Forest Park Branch) is only a 3-minute walk and Illinois Medical District Station is 14 minutes.

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jonathan B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Quiet and Close to the Trains
Blue line train just a short walk away. Was also able to walk to favorites like Chick fil a. Nighttime was quiet, which we really appreciated. Everything was as expected.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Clean and cool little pad
Had a great stay, but be aware of the 2 flights of stairs to get up to the unit which are outside.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelly A., Minnesota

Liked: Cleanliness
Family spring break
The property worked great for our stay in Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

tina d.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chi town
Nice, reasonably quiet. Cozy and modern! Bed was too firm for us but you can not please every one. Host was very attentative and answered our questions promptly. There are 3 flights of stairs to get up to the property, so if that is difficult for you avoid this. It wasnt a problem for us. We really appreciated the off street parking. Nice place. Would stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sheila F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Birthday weekend in Chicago
The location was great for us. It was right around the corner from our son’s place. We will definitely try to stay again when we visit Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessica C.

Liked: Cleanliness
K-pop concert
We had a wonderful time and the property was close to everything. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nguyen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent!
We enjoyed our stay. Excellent accommodation and host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice place, good location
Place was very clean and check in instructions were clear. Having a parking spot was amazing.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Steve L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Not great but pretty good stay
Our stay was pretty good overall. It was nice, quiet, and had all the things we needed for our stay. The host is a great communicator, and answered all our questions in a very timely manner. We liked the room to move about, the gas fireplace, the main shower with the rain shower head, the gated parking space, and the small fans in each room (stored in closets) was a bonus! There are a few things we didn’t care for though: It’s on the third floor. Thought I might have overlooked this when booking, but upon looking again, it does not tell you. The bed in each room is very firm. Like, someone could do jumping jacks next to you while you’re sleeping and you wouldn’t know it, firm. To my knowledge, there was no live TV, just apps. The process of getting into the condo is a bit of a process. Especially in our case, when it’s -9 degrees outside. Having to park on the street to unlock the box to get the key to open the front gate, find/get into the condo, get the car gate opener, go back to your car, drive around back, is a bit much, to say the least.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hope W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful, clean, convenient
This property was exactly as described in the listing. Very clean, well stocked with basic essentials, which was appreciated. Easy to access but a lot of stairs.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth A., San Francisco

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat
I really enjoyed retreating to this quiet oasis after a full day of wedding based activities.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim E., TUCSON

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Home Away from Home
My hasband and I stayed at this lovely condo over Thanksgiving (Wednesday through Sunday). Our adult daughter live about 3 blocks away in a one-bedroom so we wanted a place close by that had a good kitchen, was quiet, and appropriate for a festive small family get-together. This surpassed our wishes. The kitchen was fun to cook in and had almost everything we needed. The design is railroad - one long hall with bedroom, laundry, and 2nd bathroom ending in the living area. Tri-Taylor is a cool little neighborhood just west of the UIC/Rush medical district, is pretty quiet, and full of city charm. There is a gated parking lot with designated spot with the rental, which is huge in Chicago! We loved this place and will definitely book it for future trips.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Felicia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
True to word
The property was neat, has a very relaxing and homely atmosphere. Everything that was described about the property was spot on. We will definitely come back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rene D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Easy Access to Downtown
Enjoyed our stay. The unit was clean and as advertised. Easy check in and check out process was a plus.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tate S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome apartment with great amenities!
We had a great time here! The beds are comfy and the apartment is nice and clean. Would stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jacob M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chicago
Host was very clear with all instructions and gave recommendations for the city
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cameron R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chicago Sights and baseball games
Enjoyed our stay. Short Uber/Lyft to everything. Space was clean and as advertised.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful!
My family had a great time. It was a little tricky navigating how to get into the city with the blue line under construction, but the buses proved to be the best way in. The kids loved the playground right behind the building. We’d love to come back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice Little Get-Away
Nice apartment, but BEWARE, it's on the 3rd floor and only assessable via the back wrought iron stairwell. This posed a problem for dragging suitcases up and down (as well as groceries), especially being that we are of the "55 and older" crowd (and status-post a knee replacement!). Also of note, the floorboards are very squeaky, but that's certainly not a deal breaker. Even so, we enjoyed our stay, and Alex was super friendly and accommodating.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stacy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Close proximity to downtown
Easy check in/out process. Close to highway and getting to downtown. Great to have a parking spot.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anel A.

Liked: Cleanliness
First time in Chicago
Alex is a great host. Place is really clean. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jami G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Chicago weekend
Great Little property for our family of 6. Great communication with the owner. Easy travel to downtown and all the activities. Clean, well stocked, included a parking spot! We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay!
Very clean, well equipped, great location! Communicated with host easily, had no problems. Would absolutely recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremiah W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wife's birthday Trip
Booked this wonderful apartment for my wifes birthday weekend, this place is everything the host said it is. The beds where very comfortable, the home has very nice furniture, Big T.v, and the kitchen was well equipped with everything you need. Very well put together. Parking was easy, 2 min walk to the blue line to take it right into town. Very quit neighborhood. From booking, checking in, and then checking out was very easy, Alex did a fantastic job! We appreciate you letting us stay! Keep up the great work!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

gavriella s.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Excellent property. Very cleaan and equipped with all of the amenities that we would need. Fully stocked kitchen. Nice TV and nice aesthetic. Also very convenient to both Rush Medical school, and UIC. Everything was walkable.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023