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Chicago Vacation Rentals on the Near-North Side for Families & Groups
Spacious, locally owned Chicago vacation rentals near Lincoln Park, Old Town, and downtown —
ideal for families, friend groups, and longer stays.
Our Chicago Vacation Rental Lofts
Our loft-style Chicago vacation rentals are located on the Near-North Side, offering easy access to Lincoln Park, Old Town, Wicker Park, and downtown Chicago.
Each space is thoughtfully designed for families, friend groups, and guests who want more room, privacy, and the flexibility of booking directly with local hosts.
Why guests love staying in our Magic Factory Lofts
Guests consistently praise our Chicago vacation rentals for their space, cleanliness, walkable location, and responsive local hosting.
From family trips and friend getaways to longer stays in the city, Magic Factory Lofts offers a more comfortable, personal alternative to traditional hotels.
EXCELLENT Based on 211 reviews Posted on Sue MrdjenovichDecember 9, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We recently stayed at the condo for our fourth consecutive year. This is the best apartment we have rented in Chicago! We all absolutely love it. Four bedrooms, with comfortable, individual beds, for nine women with four bathrooms is amazing! They provide plenty of extra blankets to accommodate the varied preferred sleeping temperatures. A huge, well stocked kitchen is wonderful and easy to use. Plenty of dishes, pots and pans, serving needs. There is even a KitchenAide mixer for when we cook in. The large dining room table seats us all comfortably for eating and games. The connected family room has three large couches. It seats us very comfortably for morning coffee and evening movie watching. The location is wonderful. We have walked to and from the theater and major shopping districts with no problems. We also enjoy the neighborhood shops, grocery stores, movie theater, and restaurants. We love staying here so much, that we find we prefer to be here together enjoying the space, instead of being out and about. An elevator makes transporting suitcases and packages simple. The owners are so kind and live in the building for answering questions. Basil even got our car unstuck for us after a snowfall this year. We could not ask for nicer accommodations. Basil and Carol are so wonderful to work with. We will be back again next year, and hopefully for many years to come. This is a true treasure.Posted on Deborah WenteDecember 9, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Update Dec. 2025 - This is the perfect location for a girls weekend in Chicago. Basil and Carole have a Christmas tree for us every year. The rooms are comfortable, each with their own bathroom. The kitchen is spacious with lots of room for games and the living area is perfect for watching Christmas movies. We love the location and especially the kindness of Basil and Carole. Update Dec. 2024 - We had another wonderful weekend at the Magic Factory loft in Chicago. The location is ideal, we can walk or uber anywhere we want to go. Basil and Carole kindly put up a Christmas tree for us as we do a girls gift exchange each year. One day was very cold, so we decided to just stay in and watch Christmas movies. It is very comfortable for 9 of us - beds for everyone, plenty of room around the dining room table or watching TV and the kitchen is well stocked. They are extremely friendly and helpful, we want for nothing! Update - in Feb. 2024 I spent a night with my family at the condo. It is so comfortable for a large group, 4 bedroom, 4 bath and enough beds for us all. My family loved the comfort, the location and the receptiveness of the hosts - Basil, Carole and Adriane. This is our new location in Chicago! I've been going to Chicago in December with girl friends for over 20 years. We sold our condo and feared we would not find anything as comfortable - but this is it! 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 9 beds, spacious kitchen and living room area, enough room for 9 at the table and on the couches, this is a great spot! The location is wonderful with easy access to downtown, North Ave and the northern neighborhoods. The owners live in the building so you know the building is cared for. Also, they are very responsive with answers to any questions. We will be back next year!Posted on Kimberly IudiceNovember 11, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We had a “magical stay” at Carole and Basil’s beautiful loft. Communication, amenities and location made our college friends reunion trip perfect. Truly a 5 star find!Posted on David LarimerSeptember 29, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The owners, Carole and Basil, were excellent communicators from the start and throughout our stay. The location is very convenient to many attractions, restaurants and served as the perfect home base for our annual trip with my 7 other fraternity brothers. We went to a Cubs game, played golf, and attended a football game at Northwestern. The Loft was roomy, comfortable, and well appointed. It has a nice art deco vibe. We would stay there again!Posted on Payden BrenemanSeptember 28, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Nice rental in a quiet location with great access to the city. It accommodates a group a 12 perfectly.Posted on Kent StahlSeptember 24, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We were very pleased with our stay at Magic Factory Lofts. What was represented in their marketing was indeed what we found... Ample space, well appointed, and very comfortable for our group of 6. Street parking was easily available, the rooms and the shared living spaces were great. The owners communicated very well and everything worked well. Highly recommended.Posted on Belinda McGheeSeptember 22, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Great location with nicely appointed spaces. Our group of 13 all had beds and plenty of room to socialize in the large loft. Elevator and a single floor was an added plus.Posted on Brad ThurmanSeptember 19, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Carole and Basil were very helpful at every turn. We take a guys trip for one football game a year, and this is the best place we have stayed at. Super comfortable and great space. Location was great for us. Would highly recommend!Posted on Pam WolfeSeptember 1, 2025Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic loft and location. Great communication with our hosts, seamless check-in and checkout. Wonderful space for our family of 9. Easy access to the red line. We are already planning our return visit! Thank you for helping to make our trip truly magical!!
Plan Your Chicago Stay with Confidence
Whether you’re planning a family trip, a group getaway, or an extended stay, Magic Factory Lofts makes it easy to experience Chicago like a local.
Explore things to do near our lofts, learn more about who we are and how we host, and discover the benefits of booking direct for the best value and personal service.

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Book Your Chicago Vacation Rental Direct
Looking to book a spacious Chicago vacation rental in a prime Near North Side location?
Magic Factory Lofts offers large, professionally managed, owner operated vacation rental apartments ideal for short stays, weekend getaways, and extended visits to the city.
Why Book Direct with Magic Factory Lofts
- No third-party service fees
- Best available rates when booking direct
- Clear policies and transparent pricing
- Direct communication with local, experienced hosts
Who Our Chicago Vacation Rentals Are Perfect For
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- Families visiting Chicago for holidays or celebrations
- Friend groups planning a city getaway
- Couples and small groups who want space, comfort, and privacy
- Travelers staying a few nights or several weeks
What to Expect After You Book
Once your reservation is confirmed, you’ll receive detailed arrival instructions, local recommendations, and direct support throughout your stay.
We manage our properties professionally and are available before, during, and after your visit.These are short-term vacation rentals, not long-term residential apartments.
Unlike the big vacation rental sites like VRBO, Airbnb, and Homeaway, we won’t charge you unnecessary service fees….
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