This house wowed me. It is a VERY unique place to stay and feels like you are stepping back in time. Long story short is it is a truly incredible house in a crummy neighborhood. If you are a seasoned traveler or live in the city it may be no big deal. I sure did not mind and think it was well worth it. I heard no one has had any problems in the neighborhood but it is really the only downside and would be what if anything would turn you off. If you are still game then you are in your a very memorable experience. This is a beautiful 2.5 story + basement brownstone mansion from around 1890 and much of it is decorated and furnished in the period style complete with pool table, grand dining room, and elaborate moulding throughout. The kitchen and third floor bathroom have been remodeled and look great and there is a butler's pantry with a little self service minibar for snacks and beverages to purchase and both Nespresso and Kurig machines for free. It is a legitimate operation with key coded entry and amenities available and feels like a boutique hotel. The house is a monster, easily 5,000+ sqft. I believe it has 7 bedrooms AirBnBable and may have more. When I was there there were 3 or 4 other rooms rented and it felt like a hostel which I liked that. My room, the Teal Room, was huge with stained glass bay windows and a sitting area with sofa and TV. The bed was comfortable and the bedding was nice. The bathroom was not on my floor though; there is a full bath on the top (third) floor and basement and a half bath on the ground floor. Despite the surroundings being run down Garfield Park right next door has a conservatory that is a real gem and is FREE and there is an L stop a block away. Uber to get to Millennium Park for me was only about $9. I interacted with Ryan and he very professional, sending my all of the information very early and making sure I had everything I need. He is more or less the proprietor of a B&B, just without the second B. I would definitely recommend it to my young adventurous and outgoing friends and anyone looking to experience a real piece of American history but not likely to my grandmother.