Welcome to Recess on School Street, a charming, family-ready 2br/2ba stay on a classically gorgeous Lakeview street. One parking spot included! Walk and ride to everything: the condo is steps from Chicago's Southport Corridor, a bustling area filled with dining, shopping, and entertainment in addition to being only 0.3 miles to the CTA Brown Line train and less than a mile to Wrigley Field. With colorful details and a prime location, you'll be sure to love Recess as much as we do!
The space
The condo is a 1,180 sq/ft ground floor unit with great light (and no flights of stairs to deal with). Scan the QR code in the photos for a 3D walkthrough.
Both bedrooms have queen beds with memory-foam-topped mattresses. The living room couch pulls out into a spacious and comfortable sleeper.
Wifi is work-from-home-friendly and the primary bedroom has a dedicated workspace with a second computer monitor + USBC connection.
Both TVs have Netflix, Peacock, and AppleTV+.
There is an in-unit washer and dryer (new as of 9/24) and detergent if you need to freshen clothes on your trip.
There is a small private patio out back with a bistro table. The unit comes with one off-street parking spot behind the building -- it's a "city spot" and can be a little snug for large vehicles (the parking spot is 92 inches wide) so take care when pulling in. There is also paid street parking at the east end of the street.
For parents traveling with children: We also have (and travel) with kids so we've tried to provide as much as possible to lighten the load when traveling with little ones. Please reach out if you have any questions, but here's a list of what's provided:
- 4Moms Pack-N-Play (guests should bring their own sheet)
- Kid-friendly bowls/plates/utensils and to-go cups + small toddler chair with tray for meal time
- Small selection of kids toys and books
- Hatch Rest+ Sound machines in both rooms (adults love these too!)
- Baby bouncer for 0-6month olds
We are a 6 minute walk to the delightful Margaret Donahue Park with Chicago-architecture themed playground equipment and a splash pad. Nearby Gallagher Way (just outside of Wrigley) often has free children's entertainment and concerts.
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About Chicago
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Timezone
UTC-6
Chicago follows Central Standard Time (CST, UTC-6) and switches to UTC-5 (CDT) during summer months.
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Main language
English
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Climate
Humid Continental
Cold winters and hot summers.
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Closest airport
ORD
O'Hare International Airport, one of the world's busiest.
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Near beach?
Immediate
Chicago sits on the shores of Lake Michigan with several beaches within the city.
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Near mountains?
± 1,000km
Significant mountains are a bit farther; the closest are the Ozarks or the Appalachians.
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Local Cuisine
Deep Dish Pizza
Thick crust, cheese, and chunky tomato sauce; Chicago's claim to pizza fame.
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Currency
US Dollar ($ - USD)
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Must see
The Bean
A unique sculpture in Millennium Park, offering distorted reflections of the city's skyline.
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Hidden gem
The Magic Parlour
A boutique magic show hosted in the historic Palmer House Hilton, providing an intimate and sophisticated evening.
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Water quality
Good
Sourced from Lake Michigan, the water undergoes thorough treatment before distribution.
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