3 Mi to McCormick Place & Museum Campus | 4 Mi to Downtown | Fire Pit + BBQ | Basketball Court Experience the perfect blend of city energy and lakeside relaxation at this expansive Chicago vacation rental! Start your morning with a stroll to Oakwood Beach, then cheer on the Bears at Soldier Field or dive into history at the Field Museum. As evening rolls in, retreat to one of the decks to sip cocktails and catch up with the whole crew. Your Windy City getaway is ready for you! -- THE PROPERTY -- R24000117504 OUTDOOR LIVING - Furnished upper & lower decks - Half-court basketball court - Grill, fire pit INDOOR LIVING - Open-concept layout - 5 Smart TVs, flat-screen TVs - 8-person dining area, high-top seating - Office w/ dedicated workspace - Washer & dryer (detergent provided) KITCHEN - Refrigerator, stove/oven, dishwasher, Crockpot - Cooking & baking basics, dishware/flatware - 2 mini refrigerators, 3 microwaves - 2 drip coffee makers (coffee provided) ACCESSIBILITY - Multi-level home, 10 steps to enter - All bedrooms on 2nd floor & 3rd floor PARKING - Driveway (5 vehicles) -- THE LOCATION -- - Nestled in Oakland neighborhood on Chicago's South Side - Walk to Oakwood Beach, Burnham Park & Lake Michigan - 2 miles to The University of Chicago & Hyde Park - 3 miles to Soldier Field - 4 miles to McCormick Place, Field Museum & Shedd Aquarium - 5 miles to Millennium Park & Chicago Riverwalk - 11 miles to Wrigley Field -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome — because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- **No Smoking / No Vaping / No Pets** - Smoking or vaping outdoors must be away from doors and windows - Dispose of cigarette waste properly and not in the yard or on the pavement **Quiet, Professional Environment - Primarily on 1st Floor** - Quiet hours: **8:00 PM – 8:00 AM** - Excessive noise and loud sounds are prohibited. - No parties, events, or gatherings - No unregistered visitors unless pre-approved - Avoid slamming doors or disruptive movement - Headphones required for gaming - Television and music volumes to be maintained below 50% of max volume - Phone and video calls must be kept at low volume - No speakerphone use on first floor **Kitchen & Food Etiquette** - If you cook, you must clean - Return the kitchen to its original condition - Wipe down counters, stovetops, and sinks after use using soap and water or provided vinegar and water spray bottles - Do not leave dishes in the sink - Please rinse dishes before loading into dishwasher - Only adults 21 years or older are allowed to use the range and stove - The cooktop and oven exhaust fan must be used — on high — during most cooking - Always double or triple check that you have turned off all burners and the oven when finished using them **Laundry Etiquette** - Clean the lint trap before and after each use - Do not overfill with and use only liquid detergent; follow machine directions **Trash & Recycling** - Garbage must be taken out daily if full and if raw meats are disposed of - Please utilize the refuse containers located at the rear of the premises - Recycle in the blue container out back - Do not litter indoors or outdoors **Bathroom Expectations** - Maintain decorum in the half bathroom; keep it clean and presentable - Keep bathroom surfaces tidy; remove hair from drains - Do not flush paper towels or sanitary napkins **Garbage Disposal Rules** - The garbage disposal is **not** a grinder - **Do not dispose of eggshells or food debris** in the garbage disposal - Do not use garbage disposal for eggshells, and vegetable and meat skins - The garbage disposal is meant for exceedingly small food items - Do not pour grease and liquids that coagulate **Respect for Spaces** - Respect spaces at all times - Clean up after yourself in all common areas - Clean up outdoor areas after use **Energy & Home Systems** - Turn lights off in common and private areas when not in use - The thermostat automatically adjusts to help save energy. - Each suite includes supplemental heating and cooling appliances - Do not tamper with thermostats, smoke detectors, or security devices **Shoes & Cleanliness** - Remove outdoor shoes in the foyer, and immediately after entering from the veranda and/or backdoor - Outdoor shoes are not permitted to walk around indoors **Maintenance & Safety** - Report any damages immediately to your Guest Contact - Report any mechanical, electrical, or appliance issues - Be mindful of water and energy usage - Treat furnishings, appliances, and fixtures with care - Report all lapses in cleaning by the cleaning staff - Report all cleaning recommendations - Please report any damages that occur to both the Guest Contact and Evolve ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - This multi-level home requires 10 steps to enter and interior stairs to access all bedrooms -Towel Supply: A starter set of towels is provided based on the maximum occupancy of 7 and a 3-night stay -Laundry: Complimentary on-site laundry facilities are available to refresh linens as needed