We had a delightful stay at Brendan’s apartment. We were able to explore and enjoy the city and come back to such a gracious space. It was affordable on a shoestring budget and allowed our family of 8 some time before teens move on to other things to snatch a few days together to explore museums, catch a Cubs game, head to the beach, and more. It was a perfect location with a very hip coffee shop across the street and a well-stocked little grocery beneath.
Brendan’s place was very clean and comfortable and I appreciated the lack of fuss. There are no tchotchkes or unnecessary decorations cluttering things up. We had what we needed and also space to make simple dinners and breakfasts. We put the kids to work washing dishes and they all enjoyed a movie on Disney plus after their dad and I went to bed.
Travelers should be aware that parking is on-street and you may have to hunt for a spot and walk a block or more. This is par-for-the-course in Chicago, but out-of-towners may not be prepared. (My husband is a parallel parking maestro or we would have been circling for a while.)
We will definitely check Brendan’s place’s availability next time we have a few days to head to the city. Thanks again, Brendan, for a great respite. We appreciate you and your spot!