Awesome House: Near MSI, Obama Center & UChicago

Welcome to our cozy abode located at the crossroads of Woodlawn, Auburn Gresham & Grand Crossing on Chicago's South Side. With this prime location, you are just a short drive away from some of the most popular attractions in Chicago, such as the Obama Presidential Library, Museum of Science & Industry, the University of Chicago, and downtown. And the brand new Obama Presidential Center, just 2 miles away. ⭐ The space Our house features a 2 car parking pad in the back and a spacious backyard. The neighborhood is quiet, safe, and consists of mixed-income families. Guests who have stayed with us loved our home's cleanliness and ample space, as well as the well-appointed kitchen with all the necessary amenities for preparing meals. There is no dishwasher, but we provide plenty of dishes, pans, and utensils. IMPORTANT UPDATE: Starting June 1st, 2026, bath towels and washcloths will no longer be provided. Hand towels and kitchen towels will still be available. Please remember to pack your own for your upcoming stay! One of our guests was in town for a funeral and found solace in our beautiful home, which is thoughtfully decorated with attention to detail. We are honored to have provided comfort during a trying time. We understand that access to the house can be a bit tricky, as the parking is in the back and getting through the fence gate takes some muscle. However, we have provided clear instructions to help make the process easier and most of our guests prefer parking on the safe street as parking is readily available and plentiful. This is a huge advantage if your group is bringing more than 2 vehicles or if you have an oversize vehicle. While this south side neighborhood of Chicago is safe and friendly, we advise our guests to exercise caution when exploring the area at night. We feel confident that you will enjoy your stay in our comfortable and cozy home. INTERNET: 1200 GB: 200 upload speed 1200 download speed. Official WiFi speed provided by Comcast. (Actual results on WiFi may differ from official speeds) Guest access You will have access to the entire home except for any locked areas such as closets. You will not have access to the basement. Other things to note Hello Future Guest (we hope)! Thank you for considering our listing. Just some important information before you decide to book so we know we are on the same page.. CHECK-IN SUPPORT ONLY AVAILABLE UNTIL 10PM Our check-in support hours are from 4pm to 10pm. If you think you'll be arriving after 10pm, please let us know so we can make sure to stay up and be available to help with any check-in problems you may encounter. We want to make sure your check-in goes smoothly, so we recommend checking out the "Check-In Instructions" section of our Airbnb listing before you arrive. We've found that most check-in issues are due to small errors, such as entering the code in the lockbox instead of the smart lock or not waiting long enough for the smart lock to reset. So double-check those instructions and you should be good to go! Of course, if you do run into any problems during check-in, don't hesitate to reach out to us. We'll do our best to help you out. Just keep in mind that if you check-in after 10pm and run into issues, we may not be able to help you until the next morning. So, make sure to arrive on time to avoid any unnecessary stress. SUPPLIES We want to make sure you have everything you need to kick off your stay on the right foot. That's why we've prepared a pack of starter supplies for you to use during your first day - no need to rush to the store right away! Just a friendly reminder though, if you need additional supplies like toilet paper, paper towels, or laundry detergent during your stay, you'll need to pick those up yourself. Don't worry, we won't charge you for the starter supplies, and we're sure you'll have a blast exploring the local stores! We won't be able to deliver supplies, but if you need any recommendations on where to find them, feel free to ask us. IMPORTANT UPDATE: Starting June 1st, 2026, bath towels and washcloths will no longer be provided. Hand towels and kitchen towels will still be available. Please remember to pack your own for your upcoming stay! DISCLAIMER: This property is professionally treated for pests, but as with any home, occasional bugs or rodents may be present. By booking, you acknowledge this and agree that no refunds will be issued for pest sightings. LONGER STAYS For reservations that last more than 7 days, we'll need to check the property every week to ensure everything is in tip-top shape. This is just a routine inspection and we'll work with you to schedule a convenient time. We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in helping us maintain the property during your extended stay. TV APPS Our Roku TVs are a great way to access apps like Netflix, Hulu, Amazon, and more during your stay. Please note that we don't have subscriptions to these apps or cable TV, but you can easily access them with your own account credentials. Just remember to log out of your accounts before checking out so that your account information remains secure. EARLY CHECK-INS/LATE CHECK-OUTS We totally get it, sometimes you just want to start your vacation early or take a little extra time to relax before heading out. We're happy to help make that happen, as long as it doesn't interfere with our cleaning schedule or any other guests' plans. Keep in mind that we won't be able to confirm your early check-in or late check-out until the day before your arrival or departure, and we do charge an hourly fee for this service, which must be paid in advance. So, shoot us a message the day before and we'll see what we can do! Thanks for understanding. NO PARTIES!/NO VISITORS We just wanted to give you a quick heads up that our property is not a party or event house. We've even hired a security firm to help us keep the peace and ensure everyone's safety while they're here. Please keep in mind that this is a residential neighborhood, so we do have to be extra careful about noise and other disturbances. If you do happen to violate our house rules and have an unauthorized party or gathering, we'll have to cancel your reservation and unfortunately, you won't be receiving any refunds. Also, just a reminder that only registered guests are allowed on the property. Visitors aren't permitted, and while we rarely exercise this right, we do reserve the right to enter the property if necessary. We even have 24/7 overseas monitoring of security cameras to help us keep everything in check. We hope you understand that our rules are in place to make sure everyone has a safe and enjoyable stay. If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us. NO SMOKING We kindly request that all guests refrain from smoking indoors, including tobacco, marijuana, vapes, or any other substance with an odor. We understand that smoking is a personal choice, but we want to maintain a clean and comfortable environment for all of our guests. Smoking is allowed outside of the home, but please dispose of cigarette butts properly. We appreciate your cooperation in keeping our home smoke-free. Please note that there is a $500 fee for treating smoke smells inside the home. If you need assistance finding a smoking-friendly unit, please feel free to search for listings that permit smoking or reach out to us for recommendations. NO PETS We kindly ask that you refrain from bringing any pets as this is a pet-free environment. We understand that pets are part of the family, but due to the comfort of all our guests, we have a strict no-pet policy. We appreciate your cooperation in making sure all guests have an enjoyable stay. If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to us. Thank you! DAMAGES We take great pride in providing a beautiful and well-maintained home for our guests. In order to continue to offer this level of quality, we kindly ask that you treat the property with care and respect during your stay. Should any damages occur, we will have to charge for the cost of repair or replacement. We understand that accidents can happen, so please do let us know right away if anything is damaged or not working properly. OUTDOOR AREA We want to ensure our guests have a comfortable stay and enjoy our outdoor area. Please note that our outdoor furniture is available for use from May 1 to Oct 31. In late fall, we professionally tarp our furniture to protect it from winter weather. Please refrain from removing the tarps from the furniture as this incurs additional charges to have it re-tarped. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us maintain the outdoor area for all guests to enjoy. We want you to enjoy your stay and feel at home, but please understand that any violation of our policies may result in additional charges. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation in keeping our home in great condition for all of our guests. We look forward to hosting you. OTHER THINGS TO CONSIDER BEFORE BOOKING 1) The home does NOT have a dishwasher. 2) We use the basement as our storage facility. We may be going in and out of the basement through a separate entrance that is on the side of the home. We will not have to enter the home to get to the basement but you may see us on the property at any hour day or night to pick up or drop off supplies and materials. Don't worry, if we meet, we will be sure to say howdy! 3) NEIGHBORHOOD Please read neighborhood description before you book. It is important and we need to make sure we meet or exceed your expectations. Leaving a negative review because the neighborhood does not meet your standards after you have been told about it (but failed to read it) is hurtful. 4) RESTAURANTS Looking for some delicious eats? As foodies ourselves, we're more than happy to offer up some of our top restaurant recommendations in Hyde Park (1 mile north of the house) and all around Chicago.