Chicago Bootlegger House Sleeps 11-22 with 3 parking spots

Chicago, Illinois
$988 avg/night
Minimum Stay 2 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 20

Max Sleeps

Night 2 nights

Min Stay

This is a single family home that was originally built and owned by a bootlegger during the prohibition period of the 1920's. He had a boat in nearby Belmont Harbor and would sail to Windsor Canada to pickup whiskey and then sell it from the backyard to locals. He was always on the lookout for cops. There is one remaining escape door in one of the bedrooms on the main level. We keep it locked, but it still works to get you outside fast.

Large enough to sleep 22 people with plenty of space to mix, mingle and play (including a foosball table). 2 car garage and outside pad for large vehicles. Awesome location in East Lakeview near Wrigley, Lincoln Park and more.

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Feature Features

  • PETS

    2 Total (up To 50 Lbs Per Pet) Pet Friendly Service Animals Exempt From Fees
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • DINING

    Dining Table
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property) Fire Extinguisher Smoke Detector Installed (host Has Indicated There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Dishwasher Ice Maker Microwave Oven Paper Towels Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Electric Car Charging Station On Site Onsite Parking Onsite Parking Options Include A Garage
  • INTERNET

    Free WiFi, With Speed Of 500+ Mbps (good For 6+ People Or 10+ Devices)
  • OUTDOORS

    Balcony Barbecue Grill Fenced Yard Garden Outdoor Furniture
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Bathtub Or Shower Hair Dryer Shampoo Soap Toilet Paper Towels Provided
  • WORKSPACES

    Desk Desk Chair
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    Arcade/game Room Books Foosball Table Games Smart TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room Fireplace Living Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Air Conditioning Heating
  • FAMILY FRIENDLY

    Children's Games Children's Toys Highchair Playground Travel Crib
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    In The City Center Next To A Golf Course On The Lake On The Waterfront
  • SERVICES AND CONVENIENCES

    Iron/ironing Board Limited Housekeeping Luggage Storage
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    No Elevators Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:00 PM CheckOut Check-out : 11:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 20

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Review Review

  • Peggy R.

    Submitted Dec 31, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2025

    Host was immediately responsive, with answers and kindness. Excellent communication.Great place to make memories! My family of six, my sister's family of 5, coming from Chicago, Minneapolis, St. Louis, Indianapolis (area) and Colorado Springs - great place for us all to gather...it was a great location, with lots to see in the neighborhood, as well.House had plenty of space! Plenty of towels, beds, areas to gather, and a well-stocked kitchen.

  • Mark J.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2025

    Stayed Nov 13, 2025

    Great house, really enjoyed our stay here! Very comfy, plenty of room, had character and we liked it more than the pictures, and very convenient to get downtown or to Wrigley from. Bus and metro stops are right nearby, and also a short trip on ride-share apps. It's an older house so a bit squeakier in the basement than upstairs, but that's to be expected and I'd happily stay here again on future visits! I really liked the character, style, and location of the house - was very comfortable and we really enjoyed staying here!

  • Donald K.

    Submitted Sep 24, 2025

    Stayed Sep 21, 2025

    A unique property in a very safe, friendly neighborhood. The house was lovely, clean, in excellent repair with lots of room, beds, chairs, TVs, dining area, rooftop patio and everything you could possibly need. Walkable neighborhood with many places to eat and get groceries. Walked and took the bus. Garage was plenty big. Park your car and get out and see the city.

  • Jon H.

    Submitted Sep 11, 2025

    Stayed Sep 8, 2025

    Just stayed here for the 3rd time! The owner/manager continues to keep the place in great shape and even seems to have added small “niceties” to the property. Many places you stay at over time, start to get “let-go” but this one just gets better. We’ll be looking to book again as soon as our next dates are set!!

  • Robert W.

    Submitted Jul 14, 2025

    Stayed Jul 6, 2025

    Over all a great place to stay if you want to see the city and all the attractions. The house was clean. The Foosball table needs some work missing a couple of screws, lots of board games for the kids but a lot of them were missing pieces and need to be thrown out.

  • Judy G.

    Submitted Jun 5, 2025

    Stayed May 29, 2025

    Good location - plenty of room

  • Jennifer B.

    Submitted May 19, 2025

    Stayed May 12, 2025

    We had a fabulous time and enjoyed our stay very much. Will was very helpful and went above and beyond to accommodate our needs.

  • Leng Y.

    Submitted Mar 1, 2025

    Stayed Feb 14, 2025

    Good time

  • Tony P.

    Submitted Feb 23, 2025

    Stayed Feb 19, 2025

    This is one of the best rentals I've stayed at. Clean, well located and priced well. Would definitely recommend.

  • Paul M.

    Submitted Feb 3, 2025

    Stayed Jan 28, 2025

    We stayed here in January to visit some family and enjoy the city. The location of this place is amazing. its right downtown , very walkable to everything. The parking is great, with the 2 car garage it was heaven for being in the city. The property is so nice. Its massive. upstairs and downstairs ; with room for so many people. We ended up only have four people ; and just loved it. The living room is so cozy, with the fireplace and sofas, the property was perfect. Matches all the pictures. And the host communication was perfect. Highly recommend !

  • Susan P.

    Submitted Jan 27, 2025

    Stayed Jan 24, 2025

    Very comfortable and welcoming. a great stay for a large family. We enjoyed everything about our stay. Will be back!

  • Carl W.

    Submitted Jan 26, 2025

    Stayed Jan 9, 2025

    Houseowner was very accommodating. Everything was just as it appeared online. Definitely would stay there if ever in chicago again

  • Michelle R.

    Submitted Jan 20, 2025

    Stayed Jan 17, 2025

    First of all, this property was sooooo easy to travel to. I dont mind city driving, but I do get nervous driving downtown. It was so SIMPLE, literally fool proof!! Conveniently located a few blocks from 41 made for a stress-free 15 minute drive to Shedd Aquarium.The house is absolutely beautiful and in a great neighborhood. The property was very secure, neighbors were friendly, and tons of great places within walking distance. Gorgeous original architecture, built ins and stained glass. The interior is well furnished and nicely decorated. Beds and bedding were very comfortable. The house was filled with entertainment - several tv's, games, foosball, etc. It was too cold to enjoy the deck, but it looked like it could be a lot of fun in the warmer months. We have family in Chicagoland and surrounding areas and we will definitely be booking with Will again!!!

  • Daniel E.

    Submitted Jan 6, 2025

    Stayed Jan 3, 2025

    Stayed for a bachelor party. Nice neighborhood, short walk to wrigley with bars along the way to stop at. Only annoying thing was parking. While there is 3 spots (2 car garage, plus 1 on the small apron in front of the garage) you can not park more than 1 bigger vehicle there so we had to use the parking garage nearby. Luckily it was only 25/day.

  • Lisa W.

    Submitted Jan 3, 2025

    Stayed Jan 1, 2025

    This stay was a wow! Great neighborhood, off street parking, close to everything we wanted to do. Beautiful home with excellent furnishings and decor. Comfortable beds and quality linens. Nice kitchen.The living room with gas fireplace was so cozy. I would stay here again without hesitation.

  • Maureen C.

    Submitted Dec 28, 2024

    Stayed Dec 22, 2024

    It is rare to find a place in Chicago with room for so many to stay under one roof and which includes the bonus of garage parking. The neighborhood was safe and we found additional free street parking with no trouble. It was within walking distance to public transportation so we were able to take a bus to Lincoln Park Zoo to enjoy Zoo Lights. We also enjoyed a short walk to a local park. It was nice to have a sitting room upstairs to gather and another space downstairs. There was a high chair that came in handy and the large kitchen table was perfect.

  • Submitted Oct 18, 2024

    Stayed Oct 14, 2024

    We had a great time staying here for a family trip. Plenty of space for games, cooking, sleeping, talking. We only used a fraction of what was available. When we had trouble figuring out heating system, host was very responsive.

  • abhinav d.

    Submitted Oct 9, 2024

    Stayed Oct 4, 2024

    Dear Will, I wanted to take a moment to thank you for hosting us at your lovely property. We truly enjoyed our stay—your place was comfortable, well-appointed, and had everything we needed to feel right at home. We also appreciated the prompt response and neatly arranged house for hosting our group of friends. we would gladly stay here again in the future. Thanks once again for providing such a great space! Best regards, Abhi

  • Felicity S.

    Submitted Oct 5, 2024

    Stayed Oct 2, 2024

    The Bootlegger House was a dream come true for a girls getaway. Will was a terrific communicator. The location was perfect. Within walking distance of groceries and many restaurants. Navy Pier and other sites were a short ride share away. The house was beautiful. The rooftop deck a welcome amenity. The home was very spacious. we enjoyed the many places to gather. There was plenty of room for all of us.

  • Luke W.

    Submitted Sep 23, 2024

    Stayed Sep 19, 2024

    Flew into town with a large group for a bachelor party. Walked up to Wrigley for an afternoon game, easily took the train downtown and to/from ORD, had a lot of fun at the myriad bars and restaurants in the area. The host was very accommodating and gracious, I couldn't recommend this place any higher.

  • Jon H.

    Submitted Sep 13, 2024

    Stayed Sep 9, 2024

    Back to Chicago with a group for a work trip and of course we went back to the place we stayed at last time. Once you find a gem like this one, you stay with it! They keep this place with all the amenities you’d have at home. It’s incredibly spacious and the parking spots make it deal for a group. We’ll be back!! Jon

  • Steven B.

    Submitted Aug 26, 2024

    Stayed Aug 17, 2024

    We are a broadcasting team for the Democratic Convention. We could not have had a better place to stay after our long work days. The location for restaurants was fantastic. The size and style of the house was on point. A good stay for the crew.

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$683+
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