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Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit

Vacation home near Lake Michigan in Chicago

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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Place, Rosehill Cemetery
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Loyola University Chicago
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln Park
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪24 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Edgewater stay.Your stay at this Edgewater vacation home places you within 2 miles (3 km) of Lake Michigan and Loyola University Chicago. Lincoln Park and Riviera Theatre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

What's nearby

  • Rosehill Cemetery - 6 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Loyola University Chicago - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Lincoln Park - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Kathy Osterman Beach - 3 min drive - 1.6 miles
  • Rosemont Avenue Beach - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles

Getting around

  • Granville Station - 16 min walk
  • Chicago Rogers Park Station - 20 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ghareeb Nawaz Restaurant - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Jackhammer - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Cozy Corner - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪White Castle - ‬9 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.

Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit

THE SPACE
Escape to the Jewelbox — a cozy, chic 3-bedroom townhome nestled in one of Chicago's most beloved lakeside neighborhoods. Whether you're here for a weekend getaway or a longer stay, this stylish home has everything you need to relax, explore, and feel right at home.

The living room sets the mood with an electric fireplace and smart TV — perfect for unwinding after a day on the town. The fully equipped kitchen comes with a Nespresso machine and a variety of coffee pods to fuel your mornings. When the weather cooperates, enjoy the outside to your private backyard, where a smokeless fire pit is ready for bonfire nights under the Chicago sky.

All three bedrooms are located upstairs, each with a queen bed. The bathroom sits on the middle level and features a full shower. One bedroom also has a convenient iron and tabletop ironing board — great for business travelers or anyone who packed light and needs a refresh. Washer and dryer are available in the basement.

THE LOCATION
Edgewater is one of Chicago's most walkable, vibrant, and underrated neighborhoods.

🚆 10-minute walk to CTA bus and train (easy access to downtown and beyond)
🌊 20-minute walk to Lake Michigan, Montrose Beach & Bird Sanctuary
🎭 Close to Andersonville, Lincoln Square, and Rogers Park for boutique shopping and dining
🍽️ Minutes from local favorites: Green Mill jazz bar, Waterfront Café (live music), Cilantro Thai, Bien Me Sabe Venezuelan Kitchen, and more
🏛️ Easy reach to Navy Pier, Millennium Park, Lincoln Park Conservatory, and the Riverwalk
🚗 Dedicated parking spot for 1 car + free street parking available

GUEST ACCESS
You'll have full access to the entire home: all three bedrooms, the bathroom, living room, fully equipped kitchen, basement laundry, and private backyard. I won't be on-site but am always reachable through the app and happy to help with anything you need.

GETTING AROUND
Chicago's CTA makes it easy to get anywhere in the city — grab a day pass or multi-day pass at any train station kiosk, or download the Ventra app. The nearby Metra station is another great option for getting downtown. Prefer rideshare? Uber and Lyft are both readily available.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

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

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Service animals only (pets not allowed)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property Registration Number 60660, R25000125654

Property is also known as

30848

Frequently asked questions

How close is Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit to the airport?

This vacation home is 13.9 mi (41-min drive) away from the Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

Does Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit to the beach?

This vacation home is 2.6 mi (11-min drive) from Montrose Beach and 7.5 mi (18-min drive) from North Avenue Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!

Does Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home, but Bally's Casino Chicago (13-min drive) and Rivers Casino (18-min drive) are nearby.

What time is check-in at Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit to downtown Chicago?

This vacation home is 8.4 mi away from Chicago.

Charming Edgewater Townhome | Steps to Lake Michigan & CTA | Backyard + Fire Pit Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 8 out of 11 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 11 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 11 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 11 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 11 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

8.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Exceptionally clean and great location.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

John K.

I had a wonderful stay at The Jewelbox. The property is super clean and quiet and checking in and out was a breeze. The location was perfect, slightly off the be
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Patricia B.

Liked: Cleanliness
The house is in a great location and is easy to get to. It was spotless and exactly as pictured in the listing. The colors, hardwood floors and design elements really make each room very special. We loved the fireplace and cozy seating in the living room. The beds were very comfortable. The kitchen is equipped to prepare meals. There's a great shower on the second floor! Our host responded to questions immediately and did everything to make our stay in Chicago memorable.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bailey B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cozy clean home, comfortable beds, parking area, overall very nice!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Judy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very clean. Comfortable for our needs. The keypad entry was difficult to figure out initially. Neighborhood was quiet. Nice to have the off street parking space available; however, we had an additional vehicle and street parking was crowded and difficult to find an additional space to use. The host responded quickly and politely to our needs.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Camille

Traveled with family and small children, Traveled with group, Traveled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It worked well for our two families of 4 to stay over LDW!
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garrett B.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2025

6/10 Okay

Samantha R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Decent experience

The home was nice and the advertised size. However there was a lack of instruction regarding checking in and out and I had to reach out regarding the WiFi info and cleaning instructions. There were no items for doing any kind of kitchen cleanup. There was also only one roll of toilet paper for 6 adults and we had to purchase more and we’re not informed there would be a lack of paper products.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

michelle c.

Liked: Cleanliness

Grad weekend

We were in town for my son’s graduation from northwestern and the property was convenient for everywhere we needed to be. Great neighborhood and excellent location. Property was easily accessible and had everything we needed. If we had a question communication was quick. Loved our time there.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca v.

Liked: Cleanliness

A Gem - Quiet & Clean

We had a terrific stay at Alexander’s townhome in May. We were there to celebrate our son’s graduation from Loyola and needed a large enough place to accommodate a variety of people. The townhome was clean, quiet, and well appointed! The addition of a designated parking space was a big plus, and Alexander was very responsive when we had a few questions. The photos don’t do it justice! Great place and great host!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kris H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great for families

We stayed here for my daughters college graduation. Mom, Dad, Grandma, teen and 3 adult children meeting up from different states. Host was very accommodating to provide air mattresses for our stay. Super communicative and great customer service. Thank you!!!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025