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Oak ParkIllinois60302US
5.0246
55Always love coming here, yard is private, my dogs love the pool &...
55Good spot, not huge but a good amount of room, I like the hurdles for...
55Loved it 2nd time around! My dogs loved the pools, sandbox & toys!...
55This sniffspot was great! Nancy was really nice in the initial...
55Our pup thoroughly enjoyed her playtime here.
55Cute lovely oasis. The owner even has her own yoga studio opened for...
55Lovely space! My dogs loved exploring the entire area but especially...
55What a great space! The water bowl was filled and fresh, and it’s a...
55Moose and I enjoyed a quiet and pleasant morning at this SniffSpot!...
55Fun place with lots of options for dogs to play and train
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Urban Retreat

Oak Park, Illinois
Fully Fenced
0.05 acres
4.99246 Reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
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Hosted by Nancy G.

Urban Retreat

Oak Park, Illinois
Host avatar
Hosted by Nancy G.
Sniffpass
4.99246 Reviews
Top spot
Sniffpass
Fully Fenced
0.05 acres
Urban Retreat - Oak Park, Illinois
Urban Retreat - Oak Park, Illinois
Urban Retreat - Oak Park, Illinois

Fencing

Enclosure

Fully Fenced

Fencing height (at lowest point)

6+ ft

100% of guests said fencing at this spot was secure enough to contain their dogs

Gaps or holes in fence: No gaps

Fencing type(s): Wood - privacy

Fencing details: The entrance is a 6ft. plus secure wood gate.


Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Distractions seen/heard from the spot

Other dogsSometimes

Other dogs

Sometimes

we have two dogs who will remain inside when guests are here. there are dogs on both sides of the fence in the front part of the yard, but not the back. they may be out periodically during the day but are usually attended to so although there may be barking initially, the owners are usually quick to address it. and it would only be in the patio area, not the backyard. the fence is a wood fence so the dogs are not visible only audible.

GUEST FEEDBACK

44% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other domestic animalsNo

Other domestic animals

No

there are no other domestic animals.

GUEST FEEDBACK

2% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Other peopleSometimes

Other people

Sometimes

we will remain inside when a guest is here. the neighbors are in and out periodically but there are no younger children living on either side of the yard.

GUEST FEEDBACK

26% of guests saw/heard

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Private entryYes

Private entry

Yes (Always)

Designed for private play
Only the people and dogs in your booking are allowed in the spot during your visit.

Amenities

Agility equipment

Dog drinking water

Chairs

Dog toys

Rain shelter / sun shade

Trash can


Pricing
$10 per dog per hour

50% off all dogs after the 1st dog

25% off hourly price for 30 min visit

Sniffpass holders get discounts on all bookings at all spots by buying monthly credits!
This spot offers additional discounts.

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Location

Oak Park, Illinois

Description

Our yard is a longer more narrow yard which allows the dogs a little more distance for their runs. There is landscape bordering the fence and a garden in the front of the yard next to a yoga studio. There are areas to explore and areas for both dog and owner to relax, and a secure dog run that can be used for training. There is some agility equipment, a small plastic pool, as well as a sandbox and a deck with a roof in the dog run to help keep the dogs cool on a hot day. Water(hose), dog bowl(s), toys and towel(s) to dry the dogs off will be provided.

Cleanliness

100% of guests said this spot was as clean as expected during their visit.

Host Rules

Minimum visit length
30 minutes
Required advanced notice for visits
2 hours
Max dogs per booking
4
Is the host present?
I generally do not meet my guests
Additional rules

I am happy to meet you if you prefer but I respect your privacy and am fine with communicating through email or text only.


Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

Booking Policies

Community safety rules
Dogs must be leashed when entering and exiting the spot.
Make sure the area is safe and secure before bringing your dog in.
Never enter a spot before your booking start time and never leave late.
Pick up after your dogs. Leave the spot as it was when you arrived.
Always review and abide by spot specific rules.
Unless otherwise stated, restrooms are not available on site.

In addition, please make sure to read Sniffspot's booking policies


Booking Policies
Only one booking is allowed at a time at any spot and there is an enforced 30 min buffer between all bookings to ensure dogs in separate bookings do not meet.
This spot is set for Booking, which means you will be instantly confirmed for any booking you request. You will receive the address and access instruction immediately following booking.
Visits can be moved or cancelled up to 2 hours before a visit.
Visits can be extended and dogs can be added throughout the visit.

Top spot!

This spot consistently provides amazing experiences to guests

4.99 (246 Reviews)

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Meet your host

Nancy G.

Joined in July 2019

I am a mother and a yoga studio owner and instructor. My husband and I have lived in this house for 14 years and in Oak Park for nearly 20.


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