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Gorgeous historic mansion on UChicago campus. Renovation with original detail.

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Outdoor dining

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Place, Barack Obama Residence
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Obama's House
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, University of Chicago
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪48 min drive‬

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About the area

Chicago

With a stay at this vacation home in Chicago (Hyde Park), you'll be within a 5-minute drive of Lake Michigan and University of Chicago. .This family-friendly vacation home is 4.3 mi (7 km) from McCormick Place and 5.1 mi (8.2 km) from Soldier Field.
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What's nearby

  • Barack Obama Residence - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Obama's House - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Robie House - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • University of Chicago - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Griffin Museum of Science and Industry - 3 min drive - 1.8 km

Getting around

  • 51st Station - 2 min drive
  • Chicago 51st-53rd Street Station (Hyde Park) - 13 min walk
  • Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 32 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Ex Libris Café - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪Sharks Fish & Chicken 51st and Cottage Grove - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Cafe 53 - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Capital One Café - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Entire place

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

Gorgeous historic mansion on UChicago campus. Renovation with original detail.

Welcome to our beautiful house UChicago campus house in the historic Hyde Park neighborhood of Chicago. This wonderful vacation rental boasts 5 bedrooms, including 1 king bed, 3 queen beds, and 1 full bed. With 41/2 bathrooms, cheerful modern renovation of a lovely historic home, with original woodwork and leaded windows, your comfort is our priority. Enjoy the convenience of WiFi, underfloor bathroom heating, iron, AC, and more. Whether you're visiting the University of Chicago. running the Chicago marathon, attending a McCormick place trade show, visiting the Museum of Science and Industry or just exploring the vibrant city or relaxing in the beautiful and serene surroundings of the house, we believe our place will help you experience everything Chicago has to offer. Easy access to the lakefront and to the downtown area. So come and make yourself at home, our doors are open to guests like you. The spotlessly clean property is hosted by a very experienced all five star host.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace and a Smart TV. There's a private patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Complimentary wireless internet access is available to keep you connected.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as barbecue grills.
Guests will find features like internet access.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee grinder
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 4.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Computer monitor
  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 6 steps to reach entrance
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping on request
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming 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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Garden
  • Housekeeping (on request)
  • Recycling
  • Reusable coffee/tea filters

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 21

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

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks, and take out the trash

Turn off the lights

Please turn off heat/AC. Many thanks.

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
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 Registration Number R24000114394, 60615

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Gorgeous historic mansion on UChicago campus. Renovation with original detail. Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 19 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 19 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 19 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 19 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Timothy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family getaway, amazing house, great location and wonderful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2026

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful property and very responsive hosts. Perfect for our family reunion- fully equipped kitchen and lovely large table allowed for home made meals and board games with the grand kids. Good for any season!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2026

10/10 Excellent

kati g.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house was immaculate and spacious. We were in Chicago for an event at the University of Chicago and the location could not have been better.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2026

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness
The architectural detail of the house - the immediate availability, graciousness and helpfulness of the host.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Charming home in a safe area. It was perfect for our family! Look forward to our next stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tina U.

Liked: Cleanliness
The kitchen was perfect! It was well-stocked with all necessary cookware and amenities. Very clean and a great layout for a family get together. It's in a safe, convenient neighborhood. It's about 4-5 blocks from the beautiful University of Chicago campus and about a mile to Lake Michigan. There are many restaurants and coffee shops in close proximity, as well as fitness options (Yoga Six and LA Fitness). It was such a great layout for a family setting. Our daughter was getting married, so we had family stay together in the house and it was absolutely perfect. Thank you to the wonderful hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

8/10 Good

Sherri D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Well kept property in historic neighborhood. Wonderful experience.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Theophlius K.

Liked: Cleanliness
The check-in process was effortless and the kitchen was well appointed.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janel L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Feels like home!

This property is absolutely beautiful Older charm right out of the magazine Historical house with upgrades Would definitely stay againThank you to the host!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madeline M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House Near Campus

We were in town for a wedding on UChicago's campus and had a great stay here. The home is beautiful and spacious. The setup allows guests to have privacy with bathrooms in the majority of the bedrooms. Additionally it is walkable to many restaurants, campus and shops. I would highly recommend this VRBO to anyone looking for a place to stay in Hyde Park.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

susan p.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique property

This was a beautiful well appointed home with much unique artwork and well appointed furnishings. It was very welcoming. The area was very walkable to everything we needed and the outside area was very pleasant. The extra bedrooms and bathrooms made it very comfortable for our Sister group of six.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Catharine Lisa K.

Liked: Cleanliness

U Chicago spring visit

We had a fabulous time visiting our college aged child. The house is centrally located between the university and the commercial area. It is impeccably clean and tastefully furnished. We look forward to returning!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kelly R.

Liked: Cleanliness

University Open House

Two grandmas, a mom and a daughter came to experience open house for The University of Chicago. This home was so nice as it was a close and safe walk to campus. We all had an extremely comfortable bedroom as well as our own bathroom. The neighborhood felt safe and had beautiful buildings to admire while we walked. We never felt like we lacked for anything.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jen K., Salt Lake City

Liked: Cleanliness

Best VRBO I’ve rented, excellent location

We came to Chicago to tour colleges and see the city. This house was perfectly located for all our adventures. We walked everywhere, down to the U Chicago campus, over to the Museum of Science and Industry, back to Trader Joe’s and home to this gorgeous house that was both elegant and cozy. It had everything we needed to cook a quick dinner and have breakfast at home. Beds were cozy, bathrooms chic and sparkling. The host thought of everything- shampoo, conditioner, makeup towels, lotion, board games and fresh coffee!! Host was very attentive and helpful. The guide was excellent and gave us the hot tip to take the Metra Electric downtown which was so easy and affordable and perfect for our day in the city. We just walked down 53rd street to catch it and it dropped us right at the Art Institute- perfect! The neighborhood felt very safe walking, even at night. It was just the perfect perch for our four days of exploring. Highly recommend and we will definitely return if we are in Chicago again.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lisa Z.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect family getaway!

We recently stayed at this beautiful vacation rental house with our extended family. We could not have asked for a better experience!The house was incredibly spacious and well-designed, providing ample room for everyone to relax and enjoy their stay. The bedrooms and bathrooms were spacious, comfortable and sparkling. The common spaces on the ground floor were perfect for gathering our group. We enjoyed our meals in the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen was well equipped with cookware, dinner ware and supplies. The living room provided a hub for playing games each evening. (The house had a big stack of games!) The electric piano was very cool, and the fireplace made the room cozy on cool spring nights.The location was perfect. We loved exploring the nearby parks and museums, and the kids had a blast at the local playgrounds. The proximity to public transportation made getting around the city quite easy.The owners were incredibly responsive and attentive to our needs, ensuring that our stay was comfortable and hassle-free. Their attention to detail and hospitality truly made our vacation memorable. We appreciated the contact and information in advance of our trip and their suggestions for activities and restaurants.Overall, we highly recommend this vacation rental house. It provided the perfect blend of relaxation, fun, and convenience, making our family getaway one to remember. We can't wait to return!5 stars!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Janet B W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent experience

Delightful home in charming neighborhood. The host was great to deal with, making sure we had what we needed for our toddler. All we had to bring was ourselves!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous

I wish we came across this property 4 years ago when we dropped off our daughter at the UofC campus. Location is amazing, 7 minutes walk to the campus. The house is spacious and accommodates a large group of people. Very clean and what was really appreciated it was so well stocked - nice shampoos and lotions in all bathrooms, paper towels in the kitchen, a welcome bottle of bubbly wine from the hosts. The check-in and out process was also incredibly easy, and the hosts were very welcoming and responsive for all our requests. We booked it again for the graduation week-end and are really looking forward to coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

George B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely house in beautiful Hyde Park neighborhood

Our family of eight had a great time in Caryl's beautiful house in the heart of Hyde Park. The house was spacious and within easy walking distance of eateries and shopping opportunities but well situation in a quiet residential area with plenty of available parking. We really enjoyed the time and would stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Diana H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Absolutely Lovely!

We loved our stay. The house was beautiful. We hope to come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024