DOWNTOWN PENTHOUSE Vintage Loft #3❤️Grant Park, Museums +gym & patio

Aerial view
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Combined shower/tub, hair dryer, towels, soap
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
9.4 / 10.0
Outstanding(10 Ratings)

Apartment in South Loop, IL

7 guests · 1 bedroom · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Great for petsBring all your friends and family, even the furry ones
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher

About this apartment rental

Feel at Home, Unwind, and Enjoy the amenities you deserve when you come to Chicago!

Welcome to our Penthouse in the heart of Downtown.

You are a short walk to Millennium/Grant Park, Skydeck, Shedd Aquarium, Adler Planetarium & many dining + shopping options!

Guests love our home because:
-Lots of natural light
-High loft ceilings
-FAST WIFI
-Spacious layout
-Comfy beds
-Central Location
-Large Balcony!
-Close proximity to Grant Park, Soldier Field, Museums, and more!

Please note: This is a vintage loft, but it has a lot of beautiful character as you can see!
The space
(Pssst... Quick favor if you're thinking about booking: Please read the entire listing as it likely answers any questions you may have. Thanks!)

To access the building, we send you an email to give you, and your group, access to a simple key system using your phone. 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 an open, spacious loft. There is a dining area, a kitchen, a living room, a half bathroom,and private patio for those staying on the first level. The private patio gives you a fresh feel and a cool cityscape view.

If you walk up to the 2nd floor, you will find a spacious loft with two full size beds, a huge closet, a full bathroom, and a half bathroom. This is truly a special place, and we look forward to making your stay a 5-star experience!

Q: Is the neighborhood safe?
A: Very much so. 24 hours a day.

Q: PARKING?
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).

Q: Do I need to bring towels, a hair dryer, or linens?
A: Nope! we provide all these things. We also provide you with a starter pack of toilet papers.

Q: When can I check in or check out?
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.

Q: Luggage Drop-Off / Storage?
A: If you do not have flights that coincide with our check-in and checkout times, you may store your bags in the home for check-in starting at 1pm. For check-outs, you may keep your bags in the space until 12 noon. If these storage times do not help, you may use BagBnb to store your bags for your optimal time :)

Q: Can I come and go as I please?
A: Yes. And we wouldn't trust any listing with which this isn't the case.

Q: Is the place professionally cleaned between guests?
A: Yes, and we take pride in providing a clean home for guests.

Q: What's my total booking price?
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.

Q: Are the beds comfortable?
A: Very. Some guests say they're the best they've ever slept on!
Guest access
You have access to our whole home, the private balcony, and the full size gym on the ground floor.

Other things to note
No local guests
Quiet hours: 10pm to 8am

Small Pet Fee (Under 20lbs, no shedding) - $150 Large Pet Fee - (Over 20lbs) - $200. If the pet sheds, than we will require an additional $150 refundable Security deposit.
Minimum age to book: 24

The base price for this home is for 4 guests only. There will be an extra guest fee of $10 per guest per night if your group exceeds to 4 people.

Unauthorized Late Check Out -$100
Smoking in Room/Common Area - $500.00 minimum charge and eviction from Rental Unit
Excessive Cleaning - Up to $125.00 per hour of additional cleaning needed
Damaged or Missing Items - Varies depending on cost of item
Missing Keys - $50.00 minimum charge
Missing Fob - $150.00 minimum charge
Unauthorized Pets - $250.00 plus any damages or additional cleaning costs incurred
Noise Complaints Fee: potential warning issued or, if necessary, eviction with no refund and a charge of up to $1,000.00
Party in Unit or Common Area - Up to $2,000.00
Forgotten Personal Belongings - $75.00 minimum charge
If keys are left inside the home, and we come to give you re-entry it is $50.

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 :)

Q: Is the neighborhood safe?
A: Very much so. 24 hours a day.

Q: Do I need to bring towels, a hair dryer, or linens?
A: Nope! we provide all these things. Same with hotel-size toiletries (unless I happen to be out, which is rare).

Q: When can I check in or check out?
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.

Q: Luggage Drop-Off / Storage?
A: If you do not have flights that coincide with our check-in and checkout times, you may store your bags with Radical Storage near our property. It allows you to store your bags for your optimal time :)

Q: Can I come and go as I please?
A: Yes. And we wouldn't trust any listing with which this isn't the case.

Q: Is the place professionally cleaned between guests?
A: Yes, and we take pride in providing a clean home for guests.

Q: What's my total booking price?
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.

Q: Are the beds comfortable?
A: Very. Some guests say they're the best they've ever slept on!
Registration number
R22000083426

Amenities

Air conditioner
Pets allowed
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Gym or Fitness Center
Family friendly

Map of South Loop, IL

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Ratings and reviews

9.4 / 10.0
Outstanding(10 Ratings)
6.0 / 10.0
Aug 2024
Unfortunately we were unable to get an early check in, not a big problem as this was not guaranteed. Upon entering the apartment the heat was stifling. The air conditioning was not working, but a portable unit was provided. “ We're sorry, we're fixing some issues in the unit: the kitchen sink and faucet have leaks, the upstairs toilet not flushing, AC issue and the shower curtain rod fell out of the wall. Our maintenance team is on it, and we'll keep you updated. Regarding the AC issue, we've provided portable AC and 3 fans to help alleviate any discomfort. Please turn off the thermostats, turn on the portable AC, and set it to high. Sorry for the inconvenience.” After a day/sweaty night of pondering what action to take, we decided that the location was more important. So no further correspondence. Eventually after a couple of days, and cooler temperatures outside the apartment became more comfortable temperature wise. The constantly running A/C did mean that it was difficult to hold a conversation over the noise and the TV needed to be loud. The lighting is not great, with an individual switch for all the living area lights… running from plug sockets. Does not seem normal. Overall there are good and bad points for this accommodation. The big plus is the area it’s in and there was probably not a cheaper (although not cheap) place in this area, with good food places and close proximity to most things. If the little issues/details were all fixed this would be a great place.
10.0 / 10.0
Jul 2024
Not having stayed in a downtown loft before, I did have to really follow the directions provided closely in order to get in the unit. It's a bit complicated at first because you use an app for the key which I've not done before, but figured it out with the help of my teens. I found a parking garage less than a block away through another app on a suggestion from the manager which was very convenient. The location cannot be beat. There are so many great places to eat as well as a jazz club within a block and there was never a reason to move our car until we left the city. We walked to Shedd Aquarium, Navy Pier, and the Art Institute easily. Grant Park is very close as is Millennial and the people watching was terrific in both. I had a few minor issues that I needed to discuss with the property manager, but they were responsive and helpful. The building is older and has a lot of character which I love and the rooftop area was a great place to have pastries and coffee in the morning. I would definitely stay at the property again for the unbeatable location and ability to spread out in the space with my family and avoid cramped hotel rooms. Also, the pizza from ROOTS, around the corner is fantastic!
10.0 / 10.0
May 2024
We were traveling on business for a conference at McCormick Place. Easy to get there and many restaurants around to choose from Owners responsive and patient.
10.0 / 10.0
Mar 2023
So overall this place is decent and the location is convenient, especially with a train station just down the block. There were a lot of little things that I didn't care for that despite my 5 star rating, would make me not very likely to stay here again. The good things: the ease of check in was nice. There were more than enough sleeping areas for all 5 of us. There were 1.5 baths, so the teens had room to get ready separately. There was a small selection of pots, pans, and basic dishes. The porch isn't much, but the kids enjoyed looking around, despite the lack of furniture and view. Lol. There were enough towels, bedding, complimentary toiletries, and a blow dryer in each bath (huge bonus with the dryers!). The beds were super soft - great for me, but the husband hated it. The not so great: I was cold ALL the time in the main floor of the apartment, despite turning it up to 74°. I literally had to sit around in my outside jacket and covered in my blanket to be semi-warm. The loft area was comfortable, but not a good spot for us to all relax in. The lighting wasn't good in much of the apartment, especially over the table. It was hard to see in the dining area when it was dark out. (There were skylights and windows that are good during the day) I was the only one with bluetooth access to the building & apartment, so I either had to go with anyone who went back or left, or I had to give them my phone. And all my contact information for the hosts was on my phone, so if my phone has died or I had lost it, we would have had a huge problem. Before all the fees I was quoted a price for my stay. After host & service fees (& tax), it came to an extra $110/night above the quoted price. At the price I paid I would have much preferred a hotel with daily breakfast & a pool. Especially since one of the host fees was an extra guest fee, even though we had less people than this apartment sleeps and is listed for. And we did all the requested cleaning things before we left. And the last -which is good or bad, depending on the guest- was the level of communication was actually far more than I wanted or needed. There was nothing that I needed that could be done while we were there, so there was much more communication than I wanted. I felt obligated to respond while I was trying to drive down there and then enjoy my vacation. So overall it wasn't anything huge, but definitely some important things that are helpful to know.
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2022
Great location, clean, convenient. Subway across the street! The owners were all the time communicating and making sure all was well. Excellent place to stay in Chicago!
8.0 / 10.0
Mar 2022
Great Location
Great Location
The place is located in an amazing part of town. Problem is the actual space. Not that it's not good, but it needs upgrades in appearance. From the carpets to the linens, they seem very outdated. There was a ceiling shade that was broken. This location is phenomenally located but staying in the location you have to deal with hearing the plumbing all day and night. I literally heard the liquids flowing through the pipes all night long. During a shower the water turn off on it's own for like 10min. At that point i received a message from the owners through VRBO if everything was going well if there was anything I needed or they could help with. I communicated this issue to them and never got a response. I finally got a message only with my checkout proceedures and no response about the plumbing. I think the location is great and if you can look past the small superficial stuff it's a fantastic stay.
10.0 / 10.0
Dec 2021
Loved the location!
Loved the location!
We loved staying here and would definitely recommend this spot. It’s close to so many fun things and super cute!
10.0 / 10.0
Oct 2021
Perfect location
Perfect location
Couldn’t ask for a better location to be in the middle of downtown and walking distance from soldier field! Place was easy to get to and safely at that! Would recommend

FAQs

How much does this apartment cost compared to others in South Loop?

The average price for a rental in South Loop is $169 per night. This rental is $15 above the average.

Is parking included with this apartment?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at DOWNTOWN PENTHOUSE Vintage Loft #3❤️Grant Park, Museums +gym & patio. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this apartment?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this apartment. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is DOWNTOWN PENTHOUSE Vintage Loft #3❤️Grant Park, Museums +gym & patio pet friendly?

Yes! This apartment is pet-friendly. For more information, we recommend contacting the booking provider about animal policies.

What amenities are available at DOWNTOWN PENTHOUSE Vintage Loft #3❤️Grant Park, Museums +gym & patio?

We found 11 amenities for this rental. This includes air conditioner, pets allowed, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and parking.

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