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One half block from Lincoln Park and the zoo

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 358 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Lincoln Park Zoo
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Michigan Avenue
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Wrigley Field
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪35 min drive‬

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Front of property – evening/night

Level Chicago – Old Town

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
4.5 out of 5, Wonderful, (290)
The price is €245
for 1 room
includes taxes & fees
20 Mar - 21 Mar
Level Chicago – Old Town

About this property

Entire place

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

One half block from Lincoln Park and the zoo

Our place is a newly renovated.! You'll love the kitchen, the fireplace, the outdoor deck and it's coziness. Perfect for couples, solo adventurers, and business travelers. Guests will like having their private entrances to their garden level apartment.

Our Victorian row house, with the red door, is located in the heart of East Lincoln Park & walking distance to Lincoln Park Zoo, the Conservatory and many restaurants and bars. (see photos).

Transportation is very convenient - Bus routes stop at the corner & taxis are easy to hail.
If you are driving, we have covered parking for a nominal charge.

Contact Host
Lesley 1-773-849-9722
During your stay at this apartment building, you're just a quick walk from Lincoln Park. Enjoy your stay with amenities like free WiFi and a kitchen in the apartment.
  • Air-conditioned apartment with kitchen, washing machine, and fireplace
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include limo or town car service
  • Onsite recreation includes a playground
  • 15 minutes by foot from Lake Michigan and a 3-minute drive from Michigan Avenue
As a guest of this apartment, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and limo service. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Chicago apartment is smoke free.

Property manager

Lesley Nordhem

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach towels

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • On-site parking options include a garage
  • On-site parking
  • Limo/town car service
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Fridge
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hairdryer
  • Shampoo
  • Towels provided
  • Soap

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Fenced garden
  • Barbecue
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near a laundromat

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the city centre
  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo

Things to do

  • Cycling on site
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Ice skating nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Basketball nearby
  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% of lighting from LEDs
  • Double-glazed windows
  • Unit size: 625 sq ft (58 sq m)

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

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

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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
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, 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.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Property is also known as

One Half Block Lincoln Park zoo Apartment
One Half Block Lincoln Park zoo
One Half Block zoo
One Half Block From Lincoln Park and the zoo Chicago
One Half Block From Lincoln Park and the zoo Apartment
One Half Block From Lincoln Park and the zoo Apartment Chicago

One half block from Lincoln Park and the zoo Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 91 out of 106 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 14 out of 106 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 106 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 106 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 106 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Staff & service

10/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect spot
Clean and a perfect location for you in Chicago! Book it. This is my second time and everything was perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

William B., Chicago

Liked: Cleanliness
Love this place!
Lesley and Jon are fabulous hosts. This is our second time staying here and we love the location. Small apartment perfect for a couple wanting to be close to everything Chicago.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katleen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful location and unit
Jon and Leslie were so nice and helpful. The unit was in a great location. Very close to Lincoln park and Zoo. Wonderful neighborhood. I walked my dog early in the am and late at night and felt comfortable. We very much enjoyed our stay. Beautiful apt. and well appointed.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Scott S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great place
The location is perfect. Heart of Lincoln Park and literally steps to the zoo and the lakefront. Easy people to work with…friendly and accommodating. We will definitely stay again. Thank you !
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Larry M., Columbus Oh USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Lincoln ParK
The property manager was very easy to communicate with and is very accommodating. The location was great with easy access to stores, restaurants, and attraction's. The pictures and representation of the property are accurate and the kitchen is well equipped. I would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

david z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pefect for our needa
Great property.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andranik K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic Location and Comfortable, Clean Space
We had a fantastic stay at this apartment! The location was perfect—just a short walk to great restaurants and Lincoln Park Zoo, which made exploring the city so convenient. The apartment was clean, well-maintained, and equipped with everything we needed for our stay. The kitchen had all the essentials, and the overall setup made us feel right at home. We would definitely stay here again and recommend it to anyone looking for a comfortable and well-situated spot in the city.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nancy P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Chicago stay
Nice place in a good neighborhood.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Chuck W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lincoln Park
This was an amazing place to stay. In all my years use Vrbo and ABB I have never stayed in a unit this clean and with an owner this great to deal with!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Alex P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location in Lincoln Park
My wife, dog, and I enjoyed our stay here for 6 nights. The location cannot be beat just minutes away walking to the Lincoln Park Zoo and several good restaurants in the neighborhood. It’s a quaint clean basement with almost everything you need available to you. My only recommendation is bring a portable fan or two with you because you cannot control the temperature of the room and it got fairly warm during our stay. Our portable fan was a lifesaver in this instance.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Linda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Great
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Monica F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Lincoln Park gem
Great neighborhood, good amenities, helpful hosts. Only drawback is not being able to control a thermostat to adjust temperature specifically.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joann R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Very clean, well stocked.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lincoln Park Stay
We had a fabulous time! Everything was nicely appointed. the patio was a perfect hang out spot..
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Cliff H., GRANITE BAY

Liked: Cleanliness
Lincoln Park
Very nice and central to everything that mattered to us. There are stairs to contend with but we are in our mid 70's and had no problems navigating them. Jon was a wonderful host and we will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Denise S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Spot in Lincoln Park
My mother and I came to visit my daughter in Lincoln Park. It was a perfect location for us as she was only a block away. I was able to park my car and walk to the zoo, the lake, shopping, and eateries. We enjoyed the cute patio with morning coffee or an afternoon cocktail before meeting the kids for dinner. It was a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness
Spring Getaway
This was our first visit to Chicago and the apartment was perfect for us. Location was right along with neighborhood. Jon and Lesley were very nice and accommodating to us.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kimberly R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay!
We loved our stay at Jon and Lesley’s cozy apartment in Lincoln Park! It suited our needs perfectly for our trip to Chicago! Great communication!!
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location and facilities
Comfortable and well equipped, close to amenities like the Zoo and the lakeshore and with easy access to downtown Chicago.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Douglas P.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect little gem in Lincoln Park
It’s a delightfully cozy spot for a couple. It’s location is perfect for exploring Chicago. Tons of great dining in walking distance. Only a couple of blocks from a Target.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

Bettina C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best location for a stay with easy access to everything
A great apartment with all you need for a successful stay. The location is unsurpassed: right around the corner from several bus lines, you are 20 minutes away from the most important attraction. Lincoln Park is your own backyard, so to speak. Lots of top restaurants, shops, bakeries etc.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michelle D., Fort Bragg, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Best Location and Comfortable Home
We loved the proximity to Divvy Bikes, CTA buses and the Lincoln Park Zoo and Farmers Market. This was a garden apartment that had everything we needed including a renovated bathroom with walk in sower, private back patio, washer/dryer and kitchen. The owner was very kind and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Chris Q., Apex North Carolina

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Homecoming
Very cute property with all the amenities provided. Perfect location as well. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

6/10 Okay

Scott M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Purrfect location
This clean, charming, and well-appointed basement apartment below the host's home was conveniently located to all our needs in Lincoln Park and events during our long weekend stay. The location in Lincoln Park was the best part of this stay. If you like cats, this might be a great option for you, as the host's hissing cat may pay you an extended visit under the bed, as was our experience. We arrived during a spring heat wave to discover that the air conditioning was not operable. The friendly hosts advised that they were on the repair waitlist after we complained about the temperature in the basement, and they quickly provided us with a fan. We understand that things break at the last-minute, and we were fortunately flexible enough with our plans to spend as much time elsewhere as we possibly could so that we still had a enjoyable weekend trip to Chicago. We've used VRBO's main competitor many times before to book our frequent Chicago stays without any issues, but given this was our first time using VRBO, we will not be using VRBO ever again based upon our experience.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mike & Julie W., Morro Bay, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Warm & Cozy; Great Neighborhood
Good location. Just as described. Everything we needed and more! Hospitable hosts!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2022