Frequently Asked Questions for The Jackpot - Sleeps 14, Hot Tub, Cinema, Fire Pit, Game Room, Bar

Question 1

Can we have a party or celebration?

Accepted Answer

Absolutely. The Jackpot was designed for exactly this. Bachelorette weekends, birthdays, wedding parties, and group celebrations are what we do best. The game room has its own bar, the hot tub fits your crew, and the backyard is fully private and fenced. We just ask that you keep things at a reasonable volume (this is a residential neighborhood), respect quiet hours after 9 PM in the outdoor spaces, and keep your group to registered guests only. The city enforces occupancy limits and so do we. No outside visitors, no parties beyond your group. We have hosted 31 celebration weekends with a 5.0 rating. Not one group has ever complained about the house rules. 14 people with a hot tub, a cinema, a game room, and a stocked bar don't need anything else.

Question 2

What makes The Jackpot different from a regular Airbnb?

Accepted Answer

I've spent the last 5 years in the hospitality world, and I built The Jackpot around one idea: groups deserve a space that was actually designed for them. This is a small family owned and operated business, and every detail reflects that. We hired an interior designer to create a specific vision for the home. We clean and stock everything ourself before every stay. We maintain the hot tub year round. We personally respond to every message within minutes to ensure our guests are taken care of.  We care about the little things because the little things are what groups remember and talk about for years. That level of care is what a 5.0 rating across 31 reviews comes from Airbnb, Vrbo, and direct bookings.

Question 3

How many people can stay?

Accepted Answer

The Jackpot sleeps 14 across five bedrooms and three bathrooms. Every bedroom has real beds (king, queen, full, and twin configurations) and the cinema room doubles as a crash ready lounge with two full size memory foam sleeper sofas. No air mattresses. No one sleeping on the floor. For context, fitting 14 people in downtown Chicago hotel rooms would require booking 5 to 7 separate rooms on separate floors. Here, everyone is under one roof.

Question 4

What is included?

Accepted Answer

Everything. Here is what is yours for the weekend:

- Full kitchen with high end appliances, cookware, dishes, utensils, and dining for 14
- Coffee and tea bar: Nespresso, milk frother, artisanal teas, flavor pumps
- 120 inch 4K cinema with surround sound and a popcorn machine
- Game room with foosball, ping pong, poker, vinyl record player, and a fully stocked bar
- Hot tub with LED lights, privacy curtains, and a louvered pergola (year round)
- Fire pit and lounge chairs in a private fenced backyard
- BBQ grill
- Sun room with sectional seating
- Smart TVs with streaming apps
- Bluetooth speakers and high speed WiFi throughout
- Washer and dryer
- Fresh towels, linens, and toiletries for every guest
- 2 car garage plus parking passes for the permitted street
- Central AC and heat
- Self check-in with a personal access code

Pack your bags and your crew. We handle the rest.

Question 5

Is the hot tub available year round?

Accepted Answer

Yes. The hot tub runs year round and the louvered pergola overhead means you can use it in rain or snow. The louvers close to keep weather out and open to let the sky in. Privacy curtains on all sides. String lights and LED lighting for the evening. It is the single most photographed and most mentioned feature in our reviews. Winter and late night summer hot tub sessions with the fire pit going are something special.

Question 6

What are the house rules?

Accepted Answer

We keep it simple. Only registered guests are allowed on the property at any time, no exceptions. This is a city enforced occupancy rule and we take it seriously. No smoking or vaping indoors (the covered patio and backyard are fine). Quiet hours for outdoor spaces are 9 PM to 8 AM. We want your group to celebrate and enjoy every corner of this home, just in a way that respects the neighborhood. The groups that stay here are here for each other, not to throw open door parties, and that is exactly the energy we built this for.

Question 7

How does check-in work?

Accepted Answer

Self check-in with a smart lock. You get a personalized access code 24 hours before arrival and a digital guidebook with everything you need to know about the house and the neighborhood. No key exchange, no waiting, no front desk. You walk up, punch in your code, and your weekend starts. Most groups are in the hot tub within the first hour.

Question 8

What about parking?

Accepted Answer

We have a 2 car garage that fits two smaller vehicles or one large SUV. We also provide parking passes for the permitted streets directly in front of the house, so your group can park without any hassle or tickets. Street parking in the neighborhood is easy and free outside of the permit zone. Most groups bring 3 to 5 cars and have zero issues.

Question 9

Can I book directly or do I have to go through Airbnb?

Accepted Answer

Yes, and direct booking comes with perks you won't get through Airbnb. When you book directly through our website or through Batch, your group arrives to a welcome package: a personalized welcome card, a curated Spotify playlist QR code for your weekend, and a few surprises we won't spoil here. We are also more flexible on check-in times and minimum stays when you book direct. If you have any questions before booking, message us and we will personally get back to you within minutes.

Question 10

What is the cancellation policy?

Accepted Answer

We understand plans change, especially when coordinating a large group. Cancel 30 days or more before check-in and you get a full refund. Cancel 14 to 29 days before check-in and you get a partial refund. Inside of 14 days, the booking is non-refundable. If something unexpected comes up, reach out and we will work with you. We are reasonable people running a small business and we treat our guests the same way.

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Nathan

Mark

Kimberly

Eric

Becky

Greg

Stephanie

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Christine S.

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Margaret P.

Eric