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The Bright Retreat in Andersonville

Lakefront condo in Chicago with kitchen

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Dining
TV
Property grounds
1 bedroom, desk, iron/ironing board, WiFi

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire condo

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 4650 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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Chicago, IL
  • Place, Riviera Theatre
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Aragon Ballroom
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Place, Lincoln Park
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Airport, Chicago, IL (ORD-O'Hare Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Chicago

Located in Uptown within a mile (2 km) of Lake Michigan, this condo is within a few miles (5 km) of other popular sights such as Wrigley Field. The condo includes a kitchen, a sofa bed, and a refrigerator.

What's nearby

  • Riviera Theatre - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Aragon Ballroom - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Lincoln Park - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Montrose Beach - 3 min drive - 1.4 miles
  • Loyola University Chicago - 4 min drive - 1.8 miles

Getting around

  • Argyle Station - 8 min walk
  • Chicago Ravenswood Station - 19 min walk
  • Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Starbucks - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Sun Wah BBQ - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Chipotle Mexican Grill - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Dunkin' - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Hopleaf - ‬5 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire condo to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

The Bright Retreat in Andersonville

Stay in the heart of Andersonville when you book this bright, newly renovated condo. The home is one block from Clark Street near some of Chicago's best restaurants. It is 3 blocks from the Argyle Red Line stop, which will get you to Wrigley in 15 minutes and downtown in 30 minutes.

The home includes a fully stocked kitchen, free parking spot (small and medium size cars and SUVs only, not large vehicles), in unit washer & dryer, queen-size bed, and couch with queen-size memory foam mattress.

Guests will have access to the entire place!

We will respond immediately to any questions or concerns.

Great places to eat! Including Hop Leaf and Sun Wah BBQ. Don't forget about TURTLE RACING at Joe's on Friday nights. Yes, believe it or not turtle racing is a thing.

*** 3D Virtual Tour Available! To take the tour and virtually walk the property go to photos> find the photo that is a QR code and scan it with your phone or a friends.***

House Rules:

1. Please read over and agree to the rental agreement before booking. Any damages or house rule violations will be deducted from the damage deposit.
2. Please note we may require that you answer a few questions after booking. We look forward to hosting you!
3. If full payment is not received 28 days prior to your stay we reserve the right to cancel your stay and keep the amount already paid
Rental Agreement and House Rules
(Once you book, you agree to all terms.)

General Principles:

• These House Rules are intended to ensure that our property and neighbors are respected. Rest assured, there should be no problems if that happens, but if you feel you cannot follow our Rules, we respectfully ask that you not book with us.
• Please respect our property and neighbors (there are families in the association) and keep noise to a minimum, especially after 10 p.m. Guests are not permitted past 10 p.m.

Zero Tolerance Policy:

• If any party that may disturb our neighbors is thrown, large or small, or anyone engages in drug use, including marijuana use, we will require you to leave the property and impose the fines below.

Damage Deposit and Fines:

• We have overwhelmingly positive relationships with our guests and are rarely forced to fine anyone. Our intent is not to prevent you and your group from enjoying yourselves. We want all of our guests to have fun! Instead, our intent is to weed out bad actors and prevent situations that may disturb our neighbors and damage our property.
• We impose fines if any party is thrown, large or small ($1,000); anyone smokes in the property ($350); the keys are not returned ($35); or any theft occurs ($500 minimum depending on the item). We may also impose a $100 fine for excessive noise.
• If you timely let us know that an item is missing or damaged, we will simply charge a replacement cost. But if this is unreported, we will impose a fine of, or reduce your damage deposit by, three times the replacement cost for the missing or damaged item.
• If the number of guests exceeds the number specified in the reservation, we will impose a $25 charge per unspecified guest each night. If the number of guests exceeds the maximum allowed by our listing, we will impose $50 fine for each extra guest each night, and either keep your damage deposit or impose a $100 fine.
• On rare occasion, when our home is left unusually dirty, the cleaner charges extra. If this occurs, you will be charged $50 for each hour of cleaning beyond the allotted cleaning time.
• Checking out after 11 a.m. on the last day of your stay may result in a $50 fine if you are not out by 11:15 a.m. and an additional $50 fine for each subsequent hour.

After Booking:

• After booking with us and before your stay, we will require you to send us a picture of your government-issued ID. (We will respect your privacy. This process is no different from a hotel requiring to see your ID upon arrival.) After receiving your ID, we will send you access instructions for the unit approximately one week before your stay or immediately if your stay is less than one week away.
• Individuals who reside locally in Chicago or in nearby surrounding areas may be asked to cancel.
• We may call you to conduct a final screening. If we reach out, access instructions will not be released until we speak. If we do not hear from you within 48 hours after reaching out for the screening, we may ask you to cancel your reservation.

Check-out:

• Check-out is at 11 a.m. on the last day of your stay. This applies to all stays unless at least one day before check-out: (1) an alternate plan has been agreed to, and (2) payment for late check-out or extending your stay has been made.
• Checking out on time is extremely important. The cleaners will clean right after your stay, and new guests often check in shortly thereafter.
The condo is air-conditioned and features a kitchen and space to spread out with a separate bedroom. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, a sofa bed, and a coffee maker.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the condo: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower/bathtub combination

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

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: 650 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Property payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards
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
  • Check-in: 4:00 PM
  • Check-out: 11:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 18

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • This property accepts credit cards.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit.

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Frequently asked questions

What's there to do close to this condo?

This condo is situated in Uptown within a short 14-minute walk of Riviera Theatre and also 14 minutes on foot from Aragon Ballroom. You'll also find Wrigley Field and Lake Michigan within a short drive.

Is there parking available at this condo?

No, this condo doesn't offer parking.

Is this condo adjacent to a casino?

No, this condo is not connected to a casino.

Is there an indoor pool at this condo?

No, there is no indoor pool at this condo.

What will couples enjoy most about a stay at The Bright Retreat in Andersonville?

Couples staying at this lakeside condo will appreciate amenities such as a kitchen in each condo unit with kitchens in some.

Does The Bright Retreat in Andersonville have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this condo.

Does this condo include breakfast service?

No, this condo doesn't offer breakfast.

Does this condo allow pets to stay free of charge?

No, pets aren't allowed at this condo.

Does this condo have connecting rooms?

No, this condo doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

What is the closest airport to this condo?

The closest major airport to this condo is Chicago O'Hare Intl. Airport (ORD), which is 13.3 mi away (36 minutes by car). Another top airport is Chicago Midway Airport (MDW), which is located 19.9 mi away (41-minute drive).

Can I book a room with a balcony at The Bright Retreat in Andersonville?

No, there aren't any condo units with balconies at The Bright Retreat in Andersonville.

The Bright Retreat in Andersonville Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 59 out of 66 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 66 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 66 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 66 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 66 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Rachel S., Westminster, CO

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location! This is our second stay here. Simple digs, with just what we needed for our home base in Chicago.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Randy H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very quiet area. Easy walking or driving access to restaurants and bars.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laurie D.

Liked: Cleanliness
This place was perfect for our needs in Andersonville. Easy to get around . Clean and quiet.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryce H.

Liked: Cleanliness
As advertised. Perfect location, clean, and comfortable.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Teresa D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little place with dedicated off-street parking

My husband and I stayed here while helping one adult son move apartments, and having dinner with another son. Great location for visiting both, and very nice to have dedicated off-street parking . (However, we were driving a full-size SUV - Toyota Highlander - and my husband is a large man. Fitting the car into the space next to a fence, while leaving him room to exit, was a little tricky, but we managed it. Just had to leave extra time for leaving the space.) The VRBO apartment was spacious, actually bigger than we needed for our short stay, and nicely furnished and supplied. Would definitely consider staying again when back to visit our sons. One caveat, again from my large husband - the toilet seat seemed about 3/4 size. He found that awkward. I had no issues.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

JB

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice Place

right size for 2 people, designated parking space, great location, 2-3 blocks from the EL (10 minutes to Wrigley, 20 minutes to downtown), good neighborhood, restaurants & bars within an easy walk. Go to Big Joe's on Friday's for the turtle races.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

J S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great spot, nice accommodations

This was perfect for us. We walked to Montrose Harbor, to great restaurants in every direction & had several music venues within walking distance as well.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great little property, convenient location, cute neighborhood

Great location, convenient to the train, scooters, and electric bikes. Fun little neighborhood lots an options and quick little trip to Wrigley and the waterfront. The unit was very clean, communication with owners very easy and included parking was a huge plus. Would definitely recommend
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melissa B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Short visit

The place is a great location between Uptown and Andersonville. Quiet neighborhood. It is clean and well kept.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anna D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean, easy, great location

The check-in process was easy, the owners were communicative and we had the instructions before our stay. The property was clean and pretty well equipped. Just a couple blocks from the red line, and a short walk to Clark St, it was very easy to get around.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Tony V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Apartment was clean and quite.

We enjoyed the location of the apt to the grocery, stores restaurants and the CTA rail and bus. There were dishes and cookware to use during our stay. The neighbors were very quite and the neighborhood was peaceful.
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte F.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday weekend

Location of unit in the Andersonville area was just perfect and having a dedicated parking spot was awesome for this area!Communicating with the owners was superb!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

David S., Citrus Heights

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely Neighborhood in Chicago

This condo was a wonderful place to stay. The location is very close to the redline CTA, as well as to the quaint Andersonville, full of nice restaurants and bars. It felt safe, in a quiet neighborhood. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marsha W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very clean and efficient

Great to have a parking space! Close to stores and restaurants.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Traveled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location. Nice neighborhood. Many things within walking distance. Great host. Host very responsive.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

We had a great stay, would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jami D.

Liked: Cleanliness

A great little spot

This condo was the perfect place to spend a long weekend! Great amenities and location!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great place for a couple!

My husband and i would definitely stay here again. Clean, well stocked from kitchen to linens and parking spot a bonus.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Annette P., Arvada, CO

Liked: Cleanliness

College Graduation

We had family come in from out of town and we had another rental but we needed more room. I was able to find this unit which was within walking distance to our other rental. Conveniently located to the Red line, shopping and nightlife. We walked into downtown Andersonville on both Clark and Broadway. We walked to Jewel/OSCO for groceries. We walked to several bars on Broadway at night and felt safe. We took the Red line to Loyola University, downtown to the River Walk North, Mag Mile, and Millennium Park. Rather than call an Uber/Lyft, to get to MDW, we took the Red line to the Roosevelt stop and transferred to the Orange line which went to MDW, about 45 minute ride. Would definitely stay again if we make it back to Chicago. Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Clean unit with great location

Close to the train and nearby restaurants. Would stay here again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kelsie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Excellent

For a first time guest in Chicago, staying at the Bright Retreat was perfect! I felt at home and was great walking distance to everything in Andersonville! Everything was just as listed. I enjoyed my time there and will book again when I’m in the area!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

4/10 Poor

Marie N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Ok but frustrated

Super hard to use lock box on fence
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Patrick N.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Friendcation Spot

Me and my best friend rented this for a long weekend away. So close to all Andersonville’s best. Clean, comfortable bed and couch, easy to walk to almost anything. The hosts give clear check in / check out instructions as well as all the other rules of the property. Parking spot is tight so just don’t bring a huge car if you are able.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lee J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quick viait

We didn’t spend much time, but it was perfect for the time we were there.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

8/10 Good

Casey S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Show at the Riviera

Very well lit street in a safe neighborhood. Lots of amazing asian restaurants and everything is within walking distance. Parking was a bit tight and would be easily fixed if some vegetation were trimmed. Short drive to Michigan Ave. We'd certainly stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023