Only Urban Beach House in Chicago

Really good beach access. Parking is tight.

Six adults spent the weekend and it was terrific. Great beach, parks and art. The owners are very responsive and parking was good- we rented the garage and parking passes were provided for the street. Even on the weekend we managed to park the 3rd car easily. We loved the area and short walk to the beach, we enjoyed the parade of beach goers from the front porch swing. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and the beds are comfy. 😎

The house was perfect for our group of 8 guests. We had plenty of space to hang out & relax. The house has almost everything you need (just bring your own soap & shampoo). We especially loved the backyard and lawn games. And the location can't be beat! I walked down to the lake with my cup of coffee in the morning...beautiful.

We stayed at the Urban Beach House for my son's graduation from Loyola. I can not say enough positive things - it was wonderful. The house had room for our entire family (we were 9 adults), the location was AMAZING - walk to campus, walk to the park and beach, walk to the market on Morse Ave. We loved the back yard and had a wonderful celebration w/ my son and his friends. The hosts were very accommodating and communicated well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this property.

Very comfortable house. We had 7 adults stay at the house for 3 nights. We enjoyed the deck & backyard in the evenings. Between the park/beach and the neighborhood, there was a lot to explore.

Gina and Keith are excellent hosts who respond quickly to any and all last-minute questions and obviously work hard to provide every amenity, small and large, to accommodate their guests. Our extended family, including adult children, their spouses, and four grandkids, enjoyed our stay and created some wonderful lifelong memories at the beach—made comfortable with plenty of beach towels, chairs, and an umbrella—and in the city, which is readily accessible by car or train. (They provide street parking permit but I’d recommend you rent a space or two in the garage for the most convenient access to the house.) Thank you, Gina and Kieth. We definitely hope to be back again!

While there were hiccups upon arrival, the home, deck, porch, yard and location were all fabulous for our needs. Gina was friendly, helpful and accommodating in working through the hiccups. She and Keith thoughtfully have created a yard and home that works well for a number of people.

The house is ideal for gatherings. We could visit in formal and casual living areas as well as on the deck and dining room. The basement also provided extra space and would be great for kids. Our gathering was 9 adults and there was plenty of space. We were surprised that the house was just one house away from the beach and provided beach chairs, umbrellas and toys. The house was clean, well furnished and nicely decorated. I was again pleasantly surprised by all the kitchen supplies and appliances. For example, is has both drip and Keurig style coffee pots as well a French press. The beds, linens and towels were top notch. Due to the close proximity to the beach the extra cost for garage parking for definitely WORTH it. At times there are no parking spaces on the street for a few blocks. The owners quickly answered any questions we had. This house is a gem in this part of Chicago and was full of pleasant surprises.

Pros • Perfect access to the lakeside, beaches, and a system of walking paths • Close to L transit, buses, and a bike station 1.5 blocks up • Grocery options a short bike or transit ride away • Ample dishware and flatware, dishwasher – pods provided • Well stocked kitchen with decent quality gear • Good Wi-Fi and Xfinity TV service • Good outdoor layout – large deck with bench seating, dining table • Large propane NexGrill in good working condition • Large lawn; great space for kids to run around • Basement level with open room and exercise equipment • Laundry room has large W/D on the basement level, and 3rd bathroom with shower Cons • Lower deck has some rot; there are exposed screw heads creating a safety hazard • Fridge water dispenser was not working properly; mgmt. said, “there is no replacement filter available.” • House has not had a recent deep cleaning e.g. dried grapes under the FR coffee table • Every room’s corners have spiderwebs and accumulated dirt. Dust and grime present on many surfaces and walls • Bedroom windows have no screens - no good way to flush room with fresh air • Ergometer not in working order • Other maint. items: broken seat chair, missing kitchen cabinet knobs, kitchen garbage slide-out has issue with left slide, missing front panel on fridge drawer, one stove burner does not light Overall we enjoyed our stay at this home and can recommend for people who need a lot of space, close to Lake Michigan, and enjoy great indoor / outdoor living.

Five picky women enjoyed every inch of this lovely home. The home is one house away from the park and Lake Michigan beach. The kitchen and bathrooms were well provisioned - everything we needed, including a spare toothbrush. Comfy beds and fluffy towels. There are 3 bathrooms, which was fabulous for a bunch of gals. We used the deck and the propane fire pit - and we purchased the 2 extra garage parking spots to ensure parking (although if you time it right, you can park right in front of the house). Gina was incredibly responsive. Highly recommend.

Excellent communication with Gina, property was very clean. The house had everything we need for our party of 8. The location is as specified in the online listing. We also took the Red line (5 min walk from the house) train downtown one evening. All in all, would highly recommend this place. Plenty of good eating options closeby as well.

The park and the beach were lovely. That was the best part of the trip! I'm so glad we rented the garage as parking on the street would have been impossible-it’s jam packed with cars most of the time. First impression was terrible as we encountered a homeless person in the alley on the way to the garage. (The next day, he & his belongings were thankfully gone.) The house is old but charming. The cleaning crew missed some things. As soon as we arrived, we had to sweep the upstairs due to sand. I checked out my bed sheets with a quick swipe of my hand - sand…I stripped the sheets and washed them immediately. The next morning my daughter said her sheets had sand as well & she threw them in the wash as well. The other beds were fine. Some of the doorknobs were loose. My husband shut one of the bedroom doors and when he tried to open it the doorknob came off in his hand. He’s a fixer upper type & fixed the problem knobs. The kitchen was well equipped but the sink appeared to not have any support other than the drain pipe. There was a gap between the top of the sink and the counter. For the amount of money we paid for the house, I expected better. But I’m totally unfamiliar with Chicago and guess that everything is pricey.

We were here to visit my son and celebrate his 30th birthday so the location was chosen because he lives two blocks away but when the weather was sunny it was an idyllic location a half block from the park and beach where we could go for a dip, take morning walks and runs. On Sunday we walked a few blocks to the farmers market and in the evening went to Roger’s Park Social, a great local bar. Also very close to the red line. The rooms were clean and spacious and the beds were comfortable. Beach towels and chairs were also provided.

We have stayed in many rental houses over the years but this one exceeded all of our expectations! In addition to being beautiful and clean, and in a wonderful location, it was supplied with lots of paper items, spices, etc. No need to run out at the last minute. We hosted Thanksgiving with our Chicago family and Gina and Keith were very responsive and helpful particularly with parking solutions. If the occasion arises, we will definitely ;book again. Thank you Keith and Gina!!

My family had a similar experience to one of the last reviews in Aug 2023. Let me break it down. Pros: -Great location, steps away from the beach and a park nearby. -Street parking available, and they provide permits, and there's also a garage you can rent -Worked w/ me to get me close to my budget Cons: -No central air: they're a/c units, however, they didn't seem to be cooling properly. One of the units clearly had mold. When I brought it up to Gina, it was essentially dismissed and said they'd been checked and there was no mold. Only when my brother in law took photos and sent them directly to her, was when action was taken. The unit ended up getting replaced a couple of days later. Please keep in mind, this was a safety/health issue. We had elderly folks, kids, and family members with asthma -Fire alarm went off several times, we presumed due to the heat in the home, as no one used the oven or did any cooking that day -My family saw a mouse in the kitchen; it was spotted twice -The door knobs were loose- had issue getting in the home. Gina was available to remedy and maintenance came out the next day to fix issue -Home was dirty: massive cobwebs and dirt/dust in many spots. -Kitchen sink literally coming apart from the counter -Unacceptable to rent a home in these conditions! Overall, the experience was not good. While there was *some* resolution, there was never even an apology for the inconveniences/conditions of the home. I have photos, unfort no way to attach.

The house is ideal for gatherings. We could visit in formal and casual living areas as well as on the deck and dining room. The basement also provided extra space and would be great for kids. Our gathering was 9 adults and there was plenty of space. We were surprised that the house was just one house away from the beach and provided beach chairs, umbrellas and toys. The house was clean, well furnished and nicely decorated. I was again pleasantly surprised by all the kitchen supplies and appliances. For example, is has both drip and Keurig style coffee pots as well a French press. The beds, linens and towels were top notch. Due to the close proximity to the beach the extra cost for garage parking for definitely WORTH it. At times there are no parking spaces on the street for a few blocks. The owners quickly answered any questions we had. This house is a gem in this part of Chicago and was full of pleasant surprises.

Pros • Perfect access to the lakeside, beaches, and a system of walking paths • Close to L transit, buses, and a bike station 1.5 blocks up • Grocery options a short bike or transit ride away • Ample dishware and flatware, dishwasher – pods provided • Well stocked kitchen with decent quality gear • Good Wi-Fi and Xfinity TV service • Good outdoor layout – large deck with bench seating, dining table • Large propane NexGrill in good working condition • Large lawn; great space for kids to run around • Basement level with open room and exercise equipment • Laundry room has large W/D on the basement level, and 3rd bathroom with shower Cons • Lower deck has some rot; there are exposed screw heads creating a safety hazard • Fridge water dispenser was not working properly; mgmt. said, “there is no replacement filter available.” • House has not had a recent deep cleaning e.g. dried grapes under the FR coffee table • Every room’s corners have spiderwebs and accumulated dirt. Dust and grime present on many surfaces and walls • Bedroom windows have no screens - no good way to flush room with fresh air • Ergometer not in working order • Other maint. items: broken seat chair, missing kitchen cabinet knobs, kitchen garbage slide-out has issue with left slide, missing front panel on fridge drawer, one stove burner does not light Overall we enjoyed our stay at this home and can recommend for people who need a lot of space, close to Lake Michigan, and enjoy great indoor / outdoor living.

Five picky women enjoyed every inch of this lovely home. The home is one house away from the park and Lake Michigan beach. The kitchen and bathrooms were well provisioned - everything we needed, including a spare toothbrush. Comfy beds and fluffy towels. There are 3 bathrooms, which was fabulous for a bunch of gals. We used the deck and the propane fire pit - and we purchased the 2 extra garage parking spots to ensure parking (although if you time it right, you can park right in front of the house). Gina was incredibly responsive. Highly recommend.

The location is just steps away from the beach and Lake Michigan! The house is large and spacious. There was everything we needed right in the home. Definitely would stay again.

Six adults spent the weekend and it was terrific. Great beach, parks and art. The owners are very responsive and parking was good- we rented the garage and parking passes were provided for the street. Even on the weekend we managed to park the 3rd car easily. We loved the area and short walk to the beach, we enjoyed the parade of beach goers from the front porch swing. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and the beds are comfy. 😎

We literally could not ask for a better location based on our needs. Someone in our part was from Japan and we wanted to give them an authentic Chicago experience - from Lake Michigan, to green, walkable neighborhoods, to proximity to CTA, it was perfect. The house is exactly as pictured. We were six adults using four bedrooms. Everyone agreed the mattresses were very comfortable. I loved Rogers room. Plenty of towels. We rented the garage space which we found was very smart. The street is not very wide and fills up quickly with resident parking. It is an older home that the owners have honored with appropriate furniture and decor. I appreciate that they haven't renovated the charm out of it. I am a historic preservation advocate and they've done it right. My only suggestion would be to bring soap, shampoo, and any food/spices you want for cooking. There is a Whole Foods store close by. You convinced our Japanese friend that they love Chicago!

We stayed at the Urban Beach House for my son's graduation from Loyola. I can not say enough positive things - it was wonderful. The house had room for our entire family (we were 9 adults), the location was AMAZING - walk to campus, walk to the park and beach, walk to the market on Morse Ave. We loved the back yard and had a wonderful celebration w/ my son and his friends. The hosts were very accommodating and communicated well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this property.

We had a wonderful family stay. The house is very comfortable. Having the lake down the street was amazing. It's an excellent location for getting to Loyola and Northwestern. The house is very tastefully decorated and the hosts were always helpful. The garage, in spite of the extra charge, was a massive help. Great house!

We were here to visit my son and celebrate his 30th birthday so the location was chosen because he lives two blocks away but when the weather was sunny it was an idyllic location a half block from the park and beach where we could go for a dip, take morning walks and runs. On Sunday we walked a few blocks to the farmers market and in the evening went to Roger’s Park Social, a great local bar. Also very close to the red line. The rooms were clean and spacious and the beds were comfortable. Beach towels and chairs were also provided.

Very comfortable house. We had 7 adults stay at the house for 3 nights. We enjoyed the deck & backyard in the evenings. Between the park/beach and the neighborhood, there was a lot to explore.

Fully equipped and comfortable for our group of eight. Situated on block from beach and four blocks from the red line. The host was very prompt and attentive. Great stay.

The house is ideal for gatherings. We could visit in formal and casual living areas as well as on the deck and dining room. The basement also provided extra space and would be great for kids. Our gathering was 9 adults and there was plenty of space. We were surprised that the house was just one house away from the beach and provided beach chairs, umbrellas and toys. The house was clean, well furnished and nicely decorated. I was again pleasantly surprised by all the kitchen supplies and appliances. For example, is has both drip and Keurig style coffee pots as well a French press. The beds, linens and towels were top notch. Due to the close proximity to the beach the extra cost for garage parking for definitely WORTH it. At times there are no parking spaces on the street for a few blocks. The owners quickly answered any questions we had. This house is a gem in this part of Chicago and was full of pleasant surprises.

The house was spacious, and the hosts were very accommodating with parking and communication. There were some slight plumbing issues, that were handled right away and did not affect the stay. There were AC units in all bedrooms, and the location is unbeatable with access to the beach.

Excellent communication with Gina, property was very clean. The house had everything we need for our party of 8. The location is as specified in the online listing. We also took the Red line (5 min walk from the house) train downtown one evening. All in all, would highly recommend this place. Plenty of good eating options closeby as well.

Six adults spent the weekend and it was terrific. Great beach, parks and art. The owners are very responsive and parking was good- we rented the garage and parking passes were provided for the street. Even on the weekend we managed to park the 3rd car easily. We loved the area and short walk to the beach, we enjoyed the parade of beach goers from the front porch swing. We had everything we needed in the kitchen and the beds are comfy. 😎

Keith & Gina were wonderful hosts! Location was perfect. Easy walk to Red Line for access to all we wanted to do. Beach & Lake Michigan were steps away.

We stayed at the Urban Beach House for my son's graduation from Loyola. I can not say enough positive things - it was wonderful. The house had room for our entire family (we were 9 adults), the location was AMAZING - walk to campus, walk to the park and beach, walk to the market on Morse Ave. We loved the back yard and had a wonderful celebration w/ my son and his friends. The hosts were very accommodating and communicated well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this property.

Gina and Keith are excellent hosts who respond quickly to any and all last-minute questions and obviously work hard to provide every amenity, small and large, to accommodate their guests. Our extended family, including adult children, their spouses, and four grandkids, enjoyed our stay and created some wonderful lifelong memories at the beach—made comfortable with plenty of beach towels, chairs, and an umbrella—and in the city, which is readily accessible by car or train. (They provide street parking permit but I’d recommend you rent a space or two in the garage for the most convenient access to the house.) Thank you, Gina and Kieth. We definitely hope to be back again!

While there were hiccups upon arrival, the home, deck, porch, yard and location were all fabulous for our needs. Gina was friendly, helpful and accommodating in working through the hiccups. She and Keith thoughtfully have created a yard and home that works well for a number of people.

We came for a family event and this house met all our needs and the hosts were very prompt and helpful

My family had a similar experience to one of the last reviews in Aug 2023. Let me break it down. Pros: -Great location, steps away from the beach and a park nearby. -Street parking available, and they provide permits, and there's also a garage you can rent -Worked w/ me to get me close to my budget Cons: -No central air: they're a/c units, however, they didn't seem to be cooling properly. One of the units clearly had mold. When I brought it up to Gina, it was essentially dismissed and said they'd been checked and there was no mold. Only when my brother in law took photos and sent them directly to her, was when action was taken. The unit ended up getting replaced a couple of days later. Please keep in mind, this was a safety/health issue. We had elderly folks, kids, and family members with asthma -Fire alarm went off several times, we presumed due to the heat in the home, as no one used the oven or did any cooking that day -My family saw a mouse in the kitchen; it was spotted twice -The door knobs were loose- had issue getting in the home. Gina was available to remedy and maintenance came out the next day to fix issue -Home was dirty: massive cobwebs and dirt/dust in many spots. -Kitchen sink literally coming apart from the counter -Unacceptable to rent a home in these conditions! Overall, the experience was not good. While there was *some* resolution, there was never even an apology for the inconveniences/conditions of the home. I have photos, unfort no way to attach.

Fully equipped and comfortable for our group of eight. Situated on block from beach and four blocks from the red line. The host was very prompt and attentive. Great stay.

The house was spacious, and the hosts were very accommodating with parking and communication. There were some slight plumbing issues, that were handled right away and did not affect the stay. There were AC units in all bedrooms, and the location is unbeatable with access to the beach.

Really good beach access. Parking is tight.

We literally could not ask for a better location based on our needs. Someone in our part was from Japan and we wanted to give them an authentic Chicago experience - from Lake Michigan, to green, walkable neighborhoods, to proximity to CTA, it was perfect. The house is exactly as pictured. We were six adults using four bedrooms. Everyone agreed the mattresses were very comfortable. I loved Rogers room. Plenty of towels. We rented the garage space which we found was very smart. The street is not very wide and fills up quickly with resident parking. It is an older home that the owners have honored with appropriate furniture and decor. I appreciate that they haven't renovated the charm out of it. I am a historic preservation advocate and they've done it right. My only suggestion would be to bring soap, shampoo, and any food/spices you want for cooking. There is a Whole Foods store close by. You convinced our Japanese friend that they love Chicago!

great location for a large family close to the beach

Keith & Gina were wonderful hosts! Location was perfect. Easy walk to Red Line for access to all we wanted to do. Beach & Lake Michigan were steps away.

Well appointed and nicely laid out house. Quiet neighborhood, grocery stores and restaurants nearby. Beach is a 1 minute walk from front door. Beds very comfortable.

We stayed at the Urban Beach House for my son's graduation from Loyola. I can not say enough positive things - it was wonderful. The house had room for our entire family (we were 9 adults), the location was AMAZING - walk to campus, walk to the park and beach, walk to the market on Morse Ave. We loved the back yard and had a wonderful celebration w/ my son and his friends. The hosts were very accommodating and communicated well. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND this property.

We had a wonderful family stay. The house is very comfortable. Having the lake down the street was amazing. It's an excellent location for getting to Loyola and Northwestern. The house is very tastefully decorated and the hosts were always helpful. The garage, in spite of the extra charge, was a massive help. Great house!

We were here to visit my son and celebrate his 30th birthday so the location was chosen because he lives two blocks away but when the weather was sunny it was an idyllic location a half block from the park and beach where we could go for a dip, take morning walks and runs. On Sunday we walked a few blocks to the farmers market and in the evening went to Roger’s Park Social, a great local bar. Also very close to the red line. The rooms were clean and spacious and the beds were comfortable. Beach towels and chairs were also provided.

Fully equipped and comfortable for our group of eight. Situated on block from beach and four blocks from the red line. The host was very prompt and attentive. Great stay.

The house was spacious, and the hosts were very accommodating with parking and communication. There were some slight plumbing issues, that were handled right away and did not affect the stay. There were AC units in all bedrooms, and the location is unbeatable with access to the beach.