Amazing historic campus mansion!

Entire home in Chicago, Illinois

  1. 8 guests
  2. 5 bedrooms
  3. 5 beds
  4. 4.5 baths
Hosted by Caryl
  1. Superhost
  2. 9 years hosting

Listing highlights

50-min drive to Indiana Dunes National Park

This home is near the national park.

Self check-in

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Extra spacious

Guests love this home’s spaciousness for a comfortable stay.
This stylish campus mini mansion is perfect for group trips in the historic Hyde Park neighborhood. A cheerful, modern renovation of a historic home, with original woodwork, underfloor bathroom heating and leaded windows. Easy access to Uchicago, the lakefront, Chicago marathon, McCormick trade shows, the Museum of Science & Industry or exploring our vibrant city. Our spotlessly clean property helps you experience everything Chicago has to offer. Hosted by a very experienced all 5 star host.

Registration Details
R24000114394

What this place offers

Lake access
Kitchen
Wifi
Dedicated workspace
Free street parking

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Rated 4.98 out of 5 from 48 reviews.

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Overall rating

  1. 5 stars, 98% of reviews
  2. 4 stars, 2% of reviews
  3. 3 stars, 0% of reviews
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  5. 1 stars, 0% of reviews

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for cleanliness

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for accuracy

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for check-in

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for communication

Rated 5.0 out of 5 stars for location

Rated 4.9 out of 5 stars for value

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Where you’ll be

Chicago, Illinois, United States
Exact location will be provided after booking.

Neighborhood highlights

Exceptional historic Hyde Park/Uchicago campus neighborhood. Easy walk to all campus dorms, pool, Ratner Center and admin buidlings. A short walk or bike ride to the magnificent Chicago lakefront, with its beaches, harbors, prairie plantings and city views. Close to the Obama home, Science and Industry museum and convenient for the Chicago Marathon, McCormick trade center and the vibrant city center. Walking distance to the Court Theater, Smart museum, and Ratner pool. Come explore the beautiful homes of our historic neighborhood!

Meet your host

Superhost
611 reviews
4.97 out of 5 average rating
9 years of hosting
Born in the 50s
Where I went to school: Johannesburg
Philippe is a Prof of physics and chemistry at the University of Chicago. Caryl and Philippe are Resident Deans in GGRC West dorm. In addition Caryl has a small business in the city and is on the board of the Hyde Park Youth Symphony. Our grown boys, now 20 and 26, went to the Lab School and we LOVE the history and wonderful, interesting residents of Hyde Park We have lived here for fifteen years. Philippe is originally from Paris and Caryl was born in South Africa. Philippe is a keen triathlete, we enjoy playing board games with our students and in summer we like to cycle on the beautiful Chicago lakefront, a stone's throw from our house.

Caryl is a Superhost

Superhosts are experienced, highly rated hosts who are committed to providing great stays for guests.

Co-hosts

  • Philippe

Host details

Response rate: 100%
Responds within an hour
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Things to know

Cancellation policy
House rules
Check-in after 3:00 PM
Checkout before 11:00 AM
8 guests maximum
Safety & property
Exterior security cameras on property
Carbon monoxide alarm
Smoke alarm