Title: Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago Apartment in Chicago, near University of Chicago ## Photo gallery for Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago ![Living area - Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103983600/103983559/4963184e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area - Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103983600/103983559/0f78843c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![1 bedroom, WiFi - Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103983600/103983559/98bc61e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103983600/103983559/4de6ba89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago (Chicago)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103990000/103983600/103983559/96ef1c0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this cozy basement garden unit in a quiet South side Chicago neighborhood. Only a walking distance from the bus and train (green and red lines), you're 20 minutes from downtown, less than 15 minutes to the University of Chicago, Hyde Park neighborhood, Solider Field (12 mins) and Museum of Science and Industry (10 mins). Keep cool during summer with an available tower fan. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire apartment 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Outdoor Space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago This private one-bedroom, one-bath garden unit on Chicago’s South side. Please note it is not located downtown. You're only a walking distance from the bus and train (green and red lines), and 20 minutes from downtown. The University of Chicago and the vibrant Hyde Park neighborhood are less than 15 minutes away. Also conveniently located to Solider Field (12 mins) and Museum of Science and Industry (10 mins). This is a basement apartment and there is one tenant living in the unit above. The space stays cool during the summer and there is no A/C. A tower fan is available for your comfort. There is an outdoor camera at the front door. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Bedrooms - Bedroom ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114420000/114413400/114413336/w507h683x259y0-c3109b53.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Single Family Brick Home Woodlawn - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=114413336&PinnedHotelID=114413336&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, video games, foosball, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114200000/114192000/114191997/86086cbc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Historic 3BR Retreat Near Univ of Chicago Woodlawn - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available 8.8 Excellent 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-07&endDate=2026-02-08&selected=114191997&PinnedHotelID=114191997&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109450000/109448500/109448440/f4024763.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### High-end 2Bdrm Garden Apt. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area Woodlawn, a neighborhood in Chicago, is home to this apartment. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Michigan and Grant Park, while Art Institute of Chicago and Chicago Theatre are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game? See what's going on at McCormick Place or Soldier Field. 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Healthcare technolody concept](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635389801569/19bf1801-7c71-46df-bd83-ea5b4e81175d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Chicago Medicine 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - ![Aerial View of a large University in the Chicago Neighborhood of Hyde Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6064081/ed547d2b-1357-42b3-840a-f88661f7db9c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) University of Chicago 17 min walk \- 1.5 km - Washington Park 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Midway Plaisance 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Martin Luther King Drive 16 min walk \- 1.3 km ### Getting around - Chicago Stony Island Station 4 min drive - Cottage Grove Station 6 min walk - Chicago Midway Airport (MDW) 33 min drive ### Restaurants - Daley's Restaurant 7 min walk - Lynn's Chicago Pizza 8 min walk - Robust Coffee Lounge 16 min walk - Chef Alfredo's 13 min walk - Privilege 15 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago ? ### What time is check-out at Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago ? ### Where is Renovated Retreat near U of Chicago located? ## Have a question? 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