Heart of Chicago.Within a 15-minute walk of this Downtown Chicago condo, you'll find State Street and Art Institute of Chicago. Millennium Park and Michigan Avenue are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Art Institute of Chicago - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
Millennium Park - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles
Grant Park - 19 min walk - 1.1 miles
Soldier Field - 2 min drive - 0.9 miles
Chicago Riverwalk - 2 min drive - 1.1 miles
Getting around
Harrison Station - 4 min walk
Chicago Van Buren Street Station - 11 min walk
Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) - 26 min drive
Restaurants
โชLou Malnati's Pizzeria - โฌ2 min walk
โชPeet's Coffee & Tea - โฌ4 min walk
โชBuddy Guy's Legends - โฌ3 min walk
โชHoneyberry - โฌ4 min walk
โชKasey's Tavern - โฌ3 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Safe Downtown Penthouse #1 | Vintage 2bd (+Gym)
Feel at Home, Unwind, and Enjoy the amenities you deserve next to Grant Park!
We are a short walk to MillenniumPark, Skydeck, Shedd Aquarium, Adler & many dining + shopping options!
Most homes donโt provide professional service along with โlocal vibes.โ Guests love staying with us because:
โ Lots of natural light โ High loft ceilings โ FAST WIFI โ Spacious layout โ Comfy beds โ Central Location โ Close proximity to Grant Park, Soldier Field, Museums, and more!
Please note: *This is a vintage apartment, but it has a lot of beautiful character as you can see! *This property is professionally managed by our team. While you may book through VRBO, payment may be processed directly through our secure Stripe system.
To access the building, we give you access via email for building and unit entrance. You walk up the stairs to the elevators, and take the elevator to the top floor, the 8th floor.
When you exit the elevator, you turn right and then left down the hallway to your home. When you enter the home, it opens to a professionally designed home.
If you walk to the left of the living will find two bedrooms - one with with two full size beds, and one with a queen bed .There is also a bathroom close to both bedrooms. This is a special place, and we look forward to making your stay a 5-star experience! Guest access You have access to our whole home, and the full size gym on the ground floor.
๐๐ญ๐ก๐๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ง๐จ๐ญ๐ โNo Local Guests (City or Suburbs) ๐Quiet hours: 10pm to 8am ๐Minimum age of 24 to book
The base price for this home is for 4 guests only. There will be an extra guest fee of $15 per guest per night if your group exceeds to 4 people.
๐๐ฆ๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐๐๐ญ ๐ ๐๐ (Under 20lbs, no shedding) - $200 ๐๐๐ซ๐ ๐ ๐๐๐ญ ๐ ๐๐ - (Over 20lbs) - $250 plus a $200 refundable security deposit and subject to host approval. If the pet sheds, we will require an additional $150 refundable Security deposit. ๐๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ณ๐๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ฌ - $250.00 plus any damages or additional cleaning costs incurred
๐๐ง๐๐ฎ๐ญ๐ก๐จ๐ซ๐ข๐ณ๐๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐๐ค ๐๐ฎ๐ญ -Up to the cost of any impacted nights subsequent to originally scheduled check-out ๐๐ฆ๐จ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐จ๐จ๐ฆ/๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง ๐๐ซ๐๐ - $500.00 minimum charge and eviction from Rental Unit ๐๐ฑ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐ฏ๐ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง๐ข๐ง๐ - Up to $125.00 per hour of additional cleaning needed ๐๐๐ฆ๐๐ ๐๐ ๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ข๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐๐ญ๐๐ฆ๐ฌ - Varies depending on cost of item
๐๐จ๐ข๐ฌ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐ข๐ง๐ญ๐ฌ: potential warning issued or, if necessary, eviction with no refund and a charge of up to $1,000.00 ๐๐๐ซ๐ญ๐ฒ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ง๐ข๐ญ ๐จ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฆ๐จ๐ง ๐๐ซ๐๐ - Up to $2,000.00 ๐ ๐จ๐ซ๐ ๐จ๐ญ๐ญ๐๐ง ๐๐๐ซ๐ฌ๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ ๐๐๐ฅ๐จ๐ง๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฌ - $50 minimum charge for handling and shipping.
No Unauthorized Late Check Out without notice from Host. -Early check-ins/Late check-outs can sometimes be accommodated by our cleaning service for $50 per hour fee.
All guest names and ages must be registered before you are allowed to check in. There is a NOISE MONITORING system within the home to track decibel noise level. Please respect our neighbors and do not get too loud outside quiet hours :)
๐ ๐๐๐ฌ
๐: ๐๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ง๐๐ข๐ ๐ก๐๐จ๐ซ๐ก๐จ๐จ๐ ๐ฌ๐๐๐? A: Very much so. 24 hours a day.
๐: ๐๐๐๐๐๐๐? A: The home is very easy to get to via public transit. If you decide to drive, we recommend apps like SpotAngel or SpotHero to find free or cheap parking ($10-20 / night).
๐: ๐๐จ ๐ ๐ง๐๐๐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ญ๐จ๐ฐ๐๐ฅ๐ฌ, ๐ ๐ก๐๐ข๐ซ ๐๐ซ๐ฒ๐๐ซ, ๐จ๐ซ ๐ฅ๐ข๐ง๐๐ง๐ฌ? A: Nope! we provide all these things. We also provide you with a starter pack of toilet papers.
๐: ๐๐ก๐๐ง ๐๐๐ง ๐ ๐๐ก๐๐๐ค ๐ข๐ง ๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ก๐๐๐ค ๐จ๐ฎ๐ญ? A: Check in is 4pm and check out is 10am. Early check ins can be difficult if there are guests who checked out same day. We ask for an early check-in, or a late-check out fee, if you request either.
๐: ๐๐๐ง ๐ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ ๐๐ง๐ ๐ ๐จ ๐๐ฌ ๐ ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐๐ฌ๐? A: Yes. And we wouldn't trust any listing with which this isn't the case.
๐: ๐๐ฌ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐ฉ๐ฅ๐๐๐ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐จ๐๐๐ฌ๐ฌ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐ฒ ๐๐ฅ๐๐๐ง๐๐ ๐๐๐ญ๐ฐ๐๐๐ง ๐ ๐ฎ๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ฌ? A: Yes, and we take pride in providing a clean home for guests.
๐: ๐๐ก๐๐ญ'๐ฌ ๐ฆ๐ฒ ๐ญ๐จ๐ญ๐๐ฅ ๐๐จ๐จ๐ค๐ข๐ง๐ ๐ฉ๐ซ๐ข๐๐? A: We honestly have no idea. With fees included, it only shows the guest how much they pay. This figure should be present after you enter your dates. Note that, pricing varies on a daily basis, and it actually uses some crazy algorithm to adjust it automatically, so I don't actually control this.
๐: ๐๐ซ๐ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐๐ฌ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐๐จ๐ซ๐ญ๐๐๐ฅ๐? A: Very. Some guests say they're the best they've ever slept on!
No Agency Relationship. Nothing herein contained shall be deemed to authorize or empower either party to act as agent for the other party to this Agreement, or to conduct business in the name, or for the account, of the other party to this Agreement.
All guest names and ages must be registered before you are allowed to check in.v
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Elevator
Wheelchair accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In the city center
Near a hospital
Near an outlet shopping mall
Things to do
Gym
Basketball nearby
Casino 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)
First aid kit
Fire extinguisher
General
Unit size: 1,000 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 24
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Rules
If the pet sheds, we will require an additional $150 refundable Security deposit.
No Local Guests (City or Suburbs)
Quiet hours: 10pm to 8am
Minimum age of 24 to book
Pets
Pets are welcome
Maximum 1 (weight limit: 20 lbs per pet)
Service animals are exempt from fees
Note from host: Over 20lbs$250 +a $200 refundable sec deposit
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 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
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, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property Registration Number R21000064443
Property is also known as
VLS9WOPAFI
Vrbo Property
Frequently asked questions
How close is Safe Downtown Penthouse #1 | Vintage 2bd (+Gym) to the airport?
This condo is 10.7 mi (26-min drive) away from the Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.
Does Safe Downtown Penthouse #1 | Vintage 2bd (+Gym) have an airport shuttle?
Airport shuttle services are not available at this condo.
How close is Safe Downtown Penthouse #1 | Vintage 2bd (+Gym) to the beach?
This condo is 2.3 mi (10-min drive) from Ohio Street Beach and 2.7 mi (10-min drive) from Oak Street Beach. Don't forget your sunscreen!
All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travelers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.
Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
8 - Good
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Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 23 reviews
6 - Okay
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 23 reviews
4 - Poor
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Cristina A.
Mar 25, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice stay - wish the AC worked better
Great location in a safe neighborhood! We had a lovely stay, we only faced problems with the AC because the unit was locked and the temperature was rather low for our kids (68-69 F). The manager was responsive up to a point, but the issue was not solved. If you donโt mind having the ability to adjust the room temperature, this is a great place. It was clean and we had everything we needed in the kitchen. Overall, it was a nice stay.
Cristina A.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
4/10 Poor
Catherine B., Oklahoma City, OK
Jul 20, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Average location, poor host communication
The condo was NOT as advertised. It was clean but had NO air conditioning. The host told us but when we arrived and I messaged them how miserable it was the stopped responding. Called VRBO who also tried to reach host but they werenโt answering them either. VRBO did bend over backwards to help us and we ended up leaving and going to hotel. The check-in process was easy and the hosts were super responsive until the A/C issue which was disappointing based on the reviews. Every view out the window was of an ugly roof also but meh.
Catherine B.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
6/10 Okay
Bryan T.
Jul 4, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
We had a good stay. Only issue was that the air didn't work too well in either bedroom. It got hot at night.
Bryan T.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Laurel P.
Aug 16, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Review
The apartment was clean and quiet; great location.
Laurel P.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
6/10 Okay
Verified traveler
Jul 20, 2023
Nice spot, needs improvement
Overall good place in a nice location close to restaurants, markets, and subway. Easy check-in. However, ran into a big ant issue in the kitchen for a couple days and a big water leak in the bathroom, which got everything wet and forced us to clear items out of the room for the rest of stay. Host got maintenance to come in and slow it down but it was uncomfortable to be in the bathroom for long.
Verified traveler
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Clay C., Mckinney, TX
Jul 1, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Work and Play in the South Loop
I like this place for the convenience and quiet in the building itself (you do hear sirens at all hours but that is in all parts of downtown). This place would be great for a first timer to Chicago with kids in tow. Easy walks to almost all of the great museums.
There are plenty of grocery and dining options nearby. I think that any of you that want a hearty breakfast to start the day should go to "Honey Berry Pancakes and Cafe" Lots of variety there. "Grant Park Bistro" looked cool but we never had time to go there. Also, try "Etta" way over in Wicker Park. Visited that place while on the "Pizza City" pizza tour. Also tried "The Gage" one night on Michigan Avenue and it was great.
The VRBO property is roomy and my son did enjoy using the gym. There is an old school drip coffee pot there for which I was very thankful.
Clay C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2023
8/10 Good
Shawn P.
May 25, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
College visit & Vacation
Great location.
Shawn P.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Renaud A.
May 11, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome stay
it was everything i expected, great experience all around
Renaud A.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christopher S.
Apr 21, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
In town for concert.
We booked this location primarily based on proximity to the concert location. I am very glad we did. This was a perfect place for our purposes. We liked the property. Comfortable, clean and well decorated. The hosts were fantastic. We would definitely rent this property again.
Christopher S.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022
6/10 Okay
Erin R.
Oct 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Decent Condo but some inaccuracies listing
The condo is large and as pictured. The location is great and public transportation is nearby. However, some inaccuracies in the list were disappointing. The master bed is not a queen as listed but rather a double, just as the bunk beds. Additionally, the listing indicates that you can leave luggage in the unit after 1pm but not check-in until 4p, but when we arrived to leave our luggage at 130p we were told we could not gain access to the unit until 330p. Since the listing indicates up to 7 people I would suggest a dining table to seat more than 4 people.
Erin R.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ruth C.
Sep 19, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place to stay
Had a great experience staying here. Location was great, safe, and clean. Plenty of space for me and my 2 college friends to hang out and relax after seeing the city. Highly recommend!
Ruth C.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Anne Marie K.
Jul 25, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great location
Cute place with lots of storage. Super comfy beds. Easy walk to public transportation and Grant Park, etc. Could use a few more kitchen items like a corkscrew and more coffee cups. That was the only thing we were missing.
Anne Marie K.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michelle R.
Jul 12, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Convenience
Apartment is secure and quiet. There are places that you can park your vehicle and walk to any destination. Aka The Bean, Willis Tower, etc.
Michelle R.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Wallace D.
Jul 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great place and location
Nice place and easy to get to. Clean and lots of space.
Wallace D.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Salena E.
Jun 26, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Awesome Rental!
This is a huge property, so weโll located for the price. The management team were incredibly responsive and I hope to stay here again!
Salena E.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
10/10 Excellent
Connie F.
Apr 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect for our family
It is in a safe neighborhood and we felt VERY safe in the building! There is parking right next door, owners were easy to communicate with and the beds were comfy. We were very pleased with this property and would recommend stat here.
Connie F.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael L.
Mar 5, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Spot
The place was in a perfect location and the amenities were what was described/expected. Communication with owners was clear and fast. Easy to find and found in/out parking very close to the location. Plenty of good food/grocery options close to unit. The unit was plenty big for the 7 of us and while a little inconvenient we made the 1 bathroom work. We enjoyed our stay.
Michael L.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
JACKIE Z.
Jan 22, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Family
Accommodating, clean and loved the outside seating area.
JACKIE Z.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022
8/10 Good
Teresa M., Charlotte, Michigan
Dec 5, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Nice local location to Michigan Ave
Nice property. The water was like warm and there was no balcony as advertised. It was a very convenient location. Property owners were very quick to respond to questions
Teresa M.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
10/10 Excellent
Chad
Oct 25, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Super accessible
Nearby to transit, lots of neighborhood restaurants. Take home frozen Margaritas from Flacos Tacos was brilliant. Easy walk to museum campuses.
Chad
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Jayna P.
Sep 6, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great Apartment and Location!
I had been a little hesitant about this property since it only has one bathroom and we were traveling with 4 adults. But it ended up not being an issue. The apartment has a kitchen and some strategically placed mirrors, so others could still get ready while someone was in the shower. There were also plenty of sleep options. I would definitely stay here again.
Jayna P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
rose c., Phoenix
Jun 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
great location
walking distance to everything. Only problems were because I didn't read all of the details that were sent to me about accessing the 'latch system' code.
I would stay again
rose c.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Marianne N., Madison, WI
Mar 30, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness
Great find in the South Loop!
This was the perfect apartment for our family trip to Chicago! Our main attraction was the Shedd, so this location was perfect (about a ten minute walk door to door.) We were also able to walk to tons of great restaurants and a few grocery stores. The bedrooms were large and the apartment was clean and had everything we needed. We would highly recommend!
Marianne N.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
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