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The Vaudeville Urban Farm Fun!

95%
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· Chicago, Illinois
1 acre
6 sites
6 RV/Tent
Twenty years of growing this farm... Not what grows here but the farm itself! Stone and brick pulled from the ground till we found the beautiful earth beneath and built an incredible community around it. Or rather, it grew itself from the energy that surrounds it. It's a special spot where you may happen upon a fire in the sugar shack while we boil city collected sap into maple syrup or have an open jam night with world class jazz musicians. Enjoy the morning serenade of our rooster! Really, just come and be here. Though we think we're pretty cool, a few things to note that you may not think are so cool: There is a train that runs directly behind the farm. Light sleepers, may want to bring ear plugs. Bring your tent to The Vaudeville! (RVs, campers, trailers, vans please see the ** at the bottom). Our urban farm is smack in the middle of Chicago only a 10 minute bike or train ride from Downtown, Lake Michigan, The Mag Mile and all Chicago has to offer! Bike the Lake Shore Trail, walk the 606, kayak the Chicago River, catch a blues show or Hawks game or just relax with the goats and chickens in the 9,000 square foot farm that we absolutely love to share with fellow campers! ** We have stopped hosting RVs, campers/vans, pull behinds and larger vehicles because we are finding it difficult to get them in the entrance gate but if you feel amazingly capable with your backing in skills in your rig and you're super patient, laid back and extra cool, let us know and we may be able to make it work!! :)
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Chicago, Illinois, United StatesTo respect the Host's privacy, the precise address of this land will be provided after booking
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Hosted by Nicky V.Joined in October 2017
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176 ratings · 137 reviews
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Christian P.recommends
March 22, 2023
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Fantastic stay once again. Nicky’s property is a welcomed oasis for those looking to overnight in the city without paying an arm and a leg for the pleasure. Thank you for having me! I will definitely be back!
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Ted W.recommends
November 25, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Nicky is such a friendly host! Loved the critters! Can't wait for summer camps with the local bands!
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Ted W.recommends
October 23, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Great place! Great hosts!
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Janie C.recommends
October 16, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Great spot in Chicago!
Went tent camping on Nicky’s hide away. She and her partner were very welcoming and checked in with us to make sure we were comfortable. It is a nice set up, super close to the city, and we were able to park off the street. Trains did run by throughout the day and night, but we slept right through. We brought our little one too, he loved seeing the goats and chickens. ☺️
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Casey D.recommends
October 4, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
The Farm never disappoints!
This was my second time camping at this location. A little more chill than last time. Mike was very helpful and accommodating. I love the location and the easy access to downtown via the L. I used the gym across the street to shower. It was perfect. This is always a great spot to stay. I highly recommend it.
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Elizabeth B.recommends
September 25, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
It was a good spot for us. We parked our car on the street and had our bikes w us so we biked all around town. It was the perfect location to have a good bike ride but still be close to explore the city. The chickens and goats were cute! There was a lot of activity throughout the night but nothing we weren’t expecting.
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Christian P.recommends
September 20, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
A True Oasis
What a hidden gem! Nicky’s campground will be our preferred place to stay when visiting Chicago for weekend trips in the future. Plenty of room for tent camping and the location couldn’t be better. Can’t recommend enough!
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Colin F.recommends
September 19, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Eclectic experience!
Staying there was an amazing experience! I’d recommend it to anyone wanting to camp in the city!
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Claire H.recommends
September 18, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
The location was perfect for our needs and the site felt very secure! It was delightful waking up to the rooster and goats — very much farm feel while in the middle of the city. My friends and I loved camping here. Easy set up and relaxed environment. The other campers were polite and helpful. The land was well-maintained. (Because of the animals and outdoor toilet, I expected a barn smell, but not at all!) If you're looking for a camping experience in Chicago, we definitely recommend staying here.
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Jack H.recommends
September 6, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Nicky's place is a magical farm full of excitement and wonder.
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Katie L.recommends
September 4, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Amazing place close to everything we wanted
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Jamie B.recommends
August 31, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Little oasis for sure. Community vibe if you want it. Lovely hosts :)
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Adrian S.recommends
August 28, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Camping in the city!
It was awesome! Highly recommend. Thank you Nicky!
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Lillian E.recommends
August 23, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Awesome campsite with the nicest host! Super chill and very beautiful area . I wouldn’t camp anywhere else in Chicago :)
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Shandy W.recommends
August 15, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Concert camping!
We had an easy time finding Nicky’s land - parking was simple - we were close to venue for a concert - lyft was an easy form of transport. All felt safe. Host was great! Shandy
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Niki F.recommends
August 12, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Great experience
Nicky’s property is amazing! Was such a cool experience staying at an urban farm in chicago. I highly Recommend the stay, the animals are great and it’s a great community setting. Nicky was a great host and was very responsive if needed. We had a wonderful time camping here!
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Edgar L.recommends
August 8, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Great spot to tent!
Loved the spot was so neat to see this farm in the city.
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Shandy W.recommends
August 7, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Camping for concert
Getting to the location was absolutely easy - parking was great - the locked gates renting space felt safe - it was super close to our venue for concert - it was cute as all get out - the host was fabulous.
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Jessica S.recommends
August 7, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
I loved camping here! It was blast. The host was great and very helpful. I highly recommend staying here!!
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Amber J.recommends
July 29, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Camping with chicken/goats
We rocked up in our roof tent and Honda Pilot and Nicky was there waiting with her husband. Although noisy due to the train line behind and the morning call If the rooster it has a homely feel and is great for getting into Chicago city. We would definitely book again
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Mac W.recommends
July 28, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Perfect Chicago Camp Spot
The property was awesome, Nicky was a great host, and all the goats and chickens were such a fun time! We only camped one night here but I’ll definitely have to come back for longer. Highly recommend to anyone looking to camp near the city. It doesn’t get any better than this!
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Jordan C.recommends
July 27, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
You’ve Goat to Stay Here
A truly unique space and experience. I needed a spot to car camp while in the city for a few days and this was so convenient and helpful for urban car camping. One of the absolutely cleanest and best smelling port o potty I’ve ever used. And that is seriously important. Nicky was quick to respond to all my questions and even gave a rad sushi recommendation!
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Katherine H.recommends
July 27, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Nicky was an amazing host. The camp is just a big backyard in the city but it worked out perfectly for us. The rooster and the train are loud but nothing we didn’t expect. We would love to stay here again!!
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Mark M.recommends
July 24, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Really Perfect Place
Totally excellent & really unusual to find such a wonderful place in a big city. Nicky the host is super nice & all the other people I met were wonderful & I loved meeting everyone & being around goats & chickens in a big city is something excellent & different. Thank you so much for a really perfect place!
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Adam H.recommends
July 19, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Farm,location,price,& kid friendly!
Great place with lots of character and lots of characters. Very close to downtown and all the attractions. Enjoyed biking from camp everyday and quick access to public transit. Very affordable and safe. Our son got over his homesickness right away the first day after meeting the goats and chickens and he chose them over screens at each turn of downtime. Then he didn’t want to leave :D! Nicki was very welcoming, considerate, and accommodating. Thank you Nicki and everyone!
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Mercoli F.recommends
July 19, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
To colse to downtown!!
The place is very close to downtown Chicago. Metro 5 minutes walk. Nicky is a very perfect host!
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Phyllis V.recommends
July 10, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Everything was perfect! Loved the goats and chickens. Enjoyed the fire pit. Great location. We walked a short distance and caught the train downtown. I will definitely be back!!
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Zoe K.recommends
July 5, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Nicky’s set-up is great! I camped with a friend and my dog, we grilled, hung out by the fire and enjoyed coffee at the table in the morning. A great place to city camp, especially if you have a dog!!
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Jason S.recommends
June 29, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Awesomeness!
Oh man where do I start this place is the super ideal for anyone loving an outdoor experience in a city! Nikki and her family Rock and it is amazing to see how an urban farm is done. And done excellent might I add!
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Noah H.recommends
June 24, 2022
The Vaudeville! Urban Farm Fun
Wonderful night
Great campsite! Exactly what you see advertised! Goats and chickens are nice. Nicky is very sweet. Great stay 👏🏻
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