Amanda was a really nice host. Everything was prepared and set up ahead of time and she communicated really well details of the stay (where to find keys, late arrivals, etc). Really comfy twin bed, good books to read about Chicago, and a sweet cat to keep you company. Amanda made a point of meeting her guests by making pancakes Sunday morning. = )

The weather was incredibly cold and wet the weekend I stayed, but thankfully the accommodations allowed me to take hot showers, there was even a dryer to dry out my wet clothes and shoes. The neighborhood was really close to bus and train public transit, and it only took a day to pick up the hang of it.