Notes from the host
Chicago Main House
Summary:
Welcome to our stunning Townhouse located in the lavish Gold Coast of Chicago—one of the most sought-after locations in the city!
Located on one of Chicago’s famous streets, you’ll be a 5-minute walk from the historic Gold Coast beach and intimate views of Lake Michigan.
The property is also within walking distance of the subway, where you can connect to the L trains, and the Magnificent Mile. It is the perfect place to stay for adventurous travellers and those who fancy a beach in the City!
The Space:
A beautiful home nestled nicely amongst greenery. Upon stepping into this 4-bedroom townhouse, you’ll be struck by the vast size and traditional decor combined with modern chic.
There is a large reception room as you enter; it’s a perfect spot for an afternoon read or seeking peaceful refuge should you not want to watch TV in the sitting room.
Moving on, you’ll walk on through to the large polished dining table and kitchen. Both of which are fully equipped for amateur chefs and foodies alike. Going up the stairs takes you into a lounge with comfy sofas and a fireplace—perfect for chilly and windy Chicago winters!
On the 2nd floor, we have 2 very large and spacious bedrooms, allowing lots of natural light and a shared bathroom with a bath.
The 3rd floor boasts the large master bedroom of the house with a bed fit for a king or queen. A large traditional tiled shower room fitted with a multijet Kohler digital shower will help you unwind after a day of exploring.
You can also find our bunk room, perfect for all ages, with a nicely polished oak frame.
Our Chicago Townhouse is a holiday rental that becomes a home—you won't want to leave!
SLEEPING ARRANGEMENTS
1 x king bedroom (2 persons)
1 x bunk bed room (2 persons)
2 x queen bedrooms (4 persons)
2 fold-out beds, can be moved into any room (2 persons)
Maximum occupancy of 10 persons total
Guest Access:
The entire house is yours during your stay. Please feel free to use all rooms, bathrooms, and areas.
There is a basement suite below, which is rented separately and can accommodate up to 4 guests. (Have a look at our other listings on this account.)
The living areas on located on the ground floor, with bedrooms on the 1st & 2nd floor. The house is big and open. It makes it a great place for everyone to chill out simultaneously, but equally offers privacy when you enter your room, should you want some quiet time.
Please note that this property cannot be used for parties or gatherings of any size. Please do not request this usage. We cannot make any exceptions.
PARKING
We have a small garage located at the back of the property that is usable for guests. It can comfortably accommodate a smaller-sized car (VW Golf or similar); however, it is not large enough to fit SUVs, minivans, trucks, or larger estate cars.
Garage measurements (note these are max allowances). are as follows:
Width: 8ft / 243cm
Height: 5.5ft / 167 cm
Depth/length: 13 ft / 396cm
**Note: We are not liable for parking costs if your vehicle doesn't fit, or if you damage your vehicle getting in/out of our car park.
For bigger cars, there are multiple multi-storey car parks all within a 10-minute walk of the property. The prices vary from $30-60 per day, depending on proximity to the property. There are also useful websites like SpotWhiz online, which have roadside parking spots available to rent.
The Neighborhood:
This area of Chicago boasts some of the best restaurants, bars and cigar lounges in Chicago. A truly special place to stay!
The neighbourhood is residential, so quiet must be observed after 10 pm every night.
Getting Around:
Our townhouse is very well located for public transport. The subway is within a 5-minute walk. There are bus stops at the end of the road.
PARKING
We have a small garage located at the back of the property for guest use. As mentioned elsewhere in the listing, It can comfortably accommodate a smaller-sized car (VW Golf or similar); however, it is not tall enough to fit SUVs, minivans, trucks or larger estate cars.
My suggestion is, if your car matches the sizes briefly explained above, to leave your car on the road out front, get all your luggage in, then take it round to our garage. The garage is accessed from inside the house by walking through the kitchen and down the little steps. Once you walk down the 6 steps, you will see the garage door. Please open it and enter. The electric button for the garage door is on the wall on the left-hand side as you walk through the door. This will open the garage.
As you walk out the front door of 71E Bellevue Pl, the access to our garage is approx 100m to the right of the property as you walk out (towards Lake Michigan) Just before 1000 N Lake Shore Plaza there is a tight turn to right, which will take you down the private road behind our house to the garage. 100m up that road, you will find the garage.
Unfortunately, we do not always have permits for the street.
There are multiple multi-storey car parks all within a 10-minute walk of the property. The prices vary from $30-60 per day depending on proximity to the property. There are also useful websites like SpotWhiz online, which have roadside parking spots to rent.
Other Things to Note:
We may require a deposit for single-night bookings, last-minute reservations, and large booking groups. This can be retained for noise complaints, unauthorized parties, excessive uncleanliness, or damage beyond normal use.
Please be respectful of our neighbors and keep noise levels low after 10 pm. A security company may visit the property for excessive noise complaints, and you will be charged for their attendance.
The basement is a separate property and is available to book should you require it.
Interaction with Guests:
We are contactable anytime. Key safe access is provided, and a property host is available throughout your stay to assist with anything you may need.
**Please do note our head office and main contact is based in the UK and operates on GMT. It may take us a few hours to reply from late afternoon onwards. For any emergencies, please call our housekeeper who is based in Chicago.
