Recently fully renovated sanctuary in west Lincoln Park. Enjoy the abundant restaurants, shopping, lake and beaches nearby while being able to retreat to your private oasis. Honor your inner chef with our fully stocked kitchen.
Lincoln Park did not have an auspicious beginning. In the 1860s, the city set aside 60 acres as Lake Park. It was renamed Lincoln Park in 1865 after Lincoln’s assassination. Up to that point, the land was being used as a city cemetery. People who died from cholera and Confederate prisoners from Camp Douglas were among the hundreds buried there.
As the neighborhood became more residential, there was increased pressure to remove the corpses, due to health concerns. There was a fear that the standing water in the graves flowed into nearby Lake Michigan and presented a health risk. The stench from the shallowly buried bodies in the cemetery wasn’t appealing to the new residents, either.
Thousands of bodies were disinterred and moved to other cemeteries, including Graceland and Oak Woods. But many bodies were left behind. One researcher estimates that thousands of bodies are still buried in Lincoln Park. Occasionally remains will be discovered during the course of new construction.
As the city grew north, Lincoln Park expanded to approximately 1,200 acres. It is now one of Chicago’s most heavily used parks, with 20 million visitors a year.
House Rules
Please be advised there are security cameras at every entry point to the property that are monitored 24/7. There are noise alert systems in the property that alert us immediately if noise goes above preset decibel levels. In the event the noise alert is activated and/or if unapproved visitors access the property the authorities will be contacted immediately.
Parties, gatherings and unapproved guests are strictly prohibited.
Smoking and vaping of ANY substance is prohibited.
Do not leave food or debris that can attract pests.
When checking out do not leave windows open, lights on and doors unlocked.
Please do not cook anything that leaves a lingering odor.
Please do not leave anything that leaves a lingering odor.
Please take off shoes after entering the unit.
Do not adhere or tape ANYTHING to walls and surfaces.
Do not use white towels, sheets, washcloths to remove make up ($10 fee per towel will be charged).
Please observe quiet hours from 10 PM to 8 AM.
Loud music, voices, vibrations or any audible disturbance loud enough to disturb neighbors is prohibited.
Neighbor relations are critical for the health of our listing. We expect neighbors and other guests to be treated with respect and dignity.
Please report anything that is not working or broken.