Welcome to LYRA SPARK, your home away from home! Tons of living space, private balcony, in-unit w/d, glazed concrete floors, rooftop deck and grilling area, and a view over one of the hottest neighborhoods in town. Full of eclectic art, famous music joints, live theatre, and dining, Wicker Park is the epitome of the Chicago neighborhood experience. The entire home is yours to enjoy for your next weekend getaway with friends, business trip, special occasion, or "just because" visit to the city!
The space
Sleeping Arrangements
Studio with one queen bed and one pull out sleeper sofa (queen).
Kitchen
The kitchen is fully equipped with pots, pants, utensils, silverware, plates, bowls, cups, knives, a cutting board, salt and pepper, a coffee maker, and cream and sugar – for however you take it.
Cleaning Supplies
You’re supplied with dish soap, a sponge, dish detergent and paper towels.
Washer/Dryer
There is a washer/dryer in unit. We provide you with detergent for your stay!
TV
The Roku guide is posted next to the TV. There is also a digital antenna for local channels. Please remember to sign out of any of any Roku apps you’ve utilize during
your stay.
Non-Smoking
The home and entire building is designated as a smoke-free community. There will be a $500 fee imposed if you choose to smoke in unit or the building. Please respect our policy and step outside.
Deck
Enjoy access to the spacious roof-top lounge & deck complete with seating area, grills, and views of the skyline!
Parking
There is no dedicated parking space for the home. We recommend using apps like SpotHero to locate discounted street or garage spots nearby.
Guest access
You will have full access to all of the home and the shared roof deck!
Interaction with guests
We are off-site but available when needed. The best way to reach us is by emailing
[email protected]! In case of maintenance emergency, the in-unit home guide will detail phone numbers of who to call immediately.
Other things to note
Check In / Check Out
Check in starts at 4 PM CT
Check out time is 11 AM CT
We do not offer early Check In or late Check Out.
Luggage Hold
If your travel arrangements have you arriving earlier or leaving later than our designated check in / check out times, we recommend using Wait Here Chicago. We have a partnership with them and can offer you discounted rates on their luggage hold options throughout the city.
Amenities
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TV
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Wireless Internet
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Air conditioning
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Kitchen
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Elevator in building
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Heating
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Washer
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Dryer
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Smoke detector
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Carbon monoxide detector
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First aid kit
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Fire extinguisher
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Essentials
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Shampoo
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Hangers
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Hair dryer
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Iron
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Hot water
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Bed linens
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Extra pillows and blankets
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Microwave
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Coffee maker
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Refrigerator
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Dishwasher
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Dishes and silverware
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Cooking basics
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Oven
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Stove
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Laptop friendly workspace
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Smartlock
House Rules
General Rules
-Please treat the home as if it is your own.
-Please respect our guest limit capacity of 4 people.
-Do not engage in illegal activities anywhere on the property.
-If you accidentally damage anything during your stay, please contact the host for your safety and the future safety of the next guest.
-We pride ourselves on being green and would appreciate you turning off the TV and lights when you check-out.
-Please remember to sign out of any ROKU apps you utilized via your personal accounts before departing.
Quiet Hours
Quiet hours are between 10p-8a.
This is a residential building and ask that for the respect of permanent tenants basic courtesies of being mindful of your noise levels and not congregating in hallways outside of the unit be observed.
Receiving a noise complaint from the building or the device can result in the forfeiture of your stay and a $1000 fine.
No Smoking
The home (and entire building including outdoor common areas) is designated as a strictly smoke-free community. There will be a $500 fee imposed if you choose to smoke in the building. Please respect our policy and step outside the vicinity.
Key Fob
The key fob is your way of accessing everything from your short-stay apartment to the amenity spaces in the building. If you happen to lose your key fob, you will be charged $75.
Pets
There are no pets allowed in the unit or building. There will be a $250 fee imposed if you choose to bring a pet into the building.
Security
Please be advised that the building exterior and common spaces are equipped with surveillance devices. Please respect the building and its community.
Emergencies
Contact your host immediately with any issues. An emergency maintenance number is provided in the home guide for any building issues that involve water or hazards in the home.
For medical, fire and police related emergencies please call 911.