The Dorchester

Luxe Event and Content Salon

1/51
23 people
3 hrs min
3100 sq ft

About The Dorchester

Uniquely situated single family 6 bedroom, 4 bath home located in the rapidly-appreciating East Woodlawn neighborhood, on the edge of the University of Chicago campus and near the Chicago Theological Seminary. Minutes to 60th Street Metra station, a block from UC Shuttle and CTA buses and next door to the 61st street farmers market and Experimental Station. Garden level consists of an in-law apartment with full kitchen, new appliances, full size washer/dryer, recessed lighting, walk-in closets and wood covered flooring. The top level has new multiple sky lights bringing in natural light into the finished attic rooms. Entire house is equipped with smart technology including Nest thermostats, Yale smart locks, video door bell system, Ring floodlight cameras, smart garage door openers and two sets of monitored security systems. Large, outdoor multi-level deck with fire-pit and landscaped front and backyards enclosed by wrought-iron and wood fence.

Included in your booking

Features

Kitchen

Outdoor Area

Bathrooms

Street-level access


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Location

Bookable Hours

Monday
06:00 - 00:00
Tuesday
06:00 - 00:00
Wednesday
06:00 - 00:00
Thursday
06:00 - 00:00
Friday
Closed
Saturday
Closed
Sunday
06:00 - 00:00

Health and Safety Measures

Every booking begins with a professionally cleaned and carefully inspected space. Our housekeeping team thoroughly cleans and sanitizes all high-touch surfaces, kitchens, bathrooms, and gathering areas before each reservation. The home is meticulously staged and reset between bookings so every guest arrives to a pristine, production-ready environment that reflects the elevated experience we strive to provide.

Cancellation Policy

Standard 30-day

Guests may cancel their Booking until 30 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 30 days and seven days before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Cancellations submitted less than seven days before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn More
All Bookings are subject to Peerspace’s Grace Period policy which provides a full refund for Bookings cancelled within 24 hours from receipt of a Booking Confirmation but no later than 48 hours prior to the Event start time.
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US$225/hr
3 hr minimum
8+ hour discount
5% off