Our stay at Nicky's farm fully exceeded all of our expectations. We were a bit hesitant about the neighborhood before going, but never once felt unsafe and we often walked to trains and busses.
The home itself is small, but perfect for two. We loved the cozy fireplace and the rain shower! The kitchen was lovely and we enjoyed making eggs and French toast each morning with the fresh eggs Nicky left for us. Her chickens and goats in the backyard were so lively and a great escape from the city.
As a host, we could not have asked for someone better than Nicky. Starting the vacation with a bottle of wine, chocolates, and a personalized note was so sweet. We lost power one day due to a day of extreme winds in Chicago, and Nicky went above and beyond to compensate for the inconvenience by allowing us into her private home, allowing us to borrow her car to drive to a nearby coffee shop and charge our phones, and even offer to allow us to stay an extra night (which we unfortunately had to turn down to head back to work).
Overall, you will not find better accommodations in Chicago for a better price and closer proximity to the city than staying at Nicky's urban farm!