Jeannie is a wonderful host. I stayed at her home for 3 days during a vacation to see friends and relatives. Jeannie’s house is very comfortable, exceptionally clean and quiet. The bedroom is a good size with plenty of closet space, dresser, a desk and Wi-Fi. The bed was really comfortable and Jeannie makes you feel as if you are in your own home. I had a beautiful private bath just off of my bedroom. The bathroom included a nice size vanity for cosmetics, a large mirror, a large, stone-tiled shower and plenty of soft fluffy towels. I arrived late but Jeannie was home and greeted me cheerfully when I arrived. She showed me around and invited me to enjoy her home which included a kitchen with an island, a dining area and a living room with comfortable sofas, chairs and artwork. My two favorite areas in her home were the breakfast nook and the back yard cottage garden. In the morning Jeannie greeted me and I had a cup of tea in the breakfast area or the garden before venturing off to explore Chicago. Jeannie’s breakfast nook over looks her charming garden full of perennial and annual flowers and trees.

I really enjoyed Jeannie’s garden. A good part of the garden is shaded so I could sit out in the morning at the teak table and chair set and enjoy the birds, flowers, and whimsical chimes. Jeannie’s garden is an invitation to relax and enjoy nature before venturing off or after a stressful day. She has running fountains, birdfeeders for local birds, musical wind chimes and a koi fish pond.

Jeannie’s street is tree lined, safe and quiet in a very nice neighborhood with brownstones homes and stone porches. Any time of day, it is safe to take a walk to a restaurant, or explore Chicago. From the house I used the metro and visited several Chicago neighborhoods including China Town, Lincoln Park, Lake View and Logan Square. I went to a jazz club, the theatre, several parks and ate as some fabulous restaurants. I was able to catch my plane to Midway Airport by metro by walking 3 blocks from her house.

Jeannie checked in with me every morning before I left to see if I needed anything. She provided a daily paper, maps and helpful directions. She suggested restaurants and places to see in Chicago. Jeannie was more than happy to get me whatever I needed and we even shared a glass of wine one evening when I came in late one night. The wonderful thing about this host is that if you want privacy she has a way of disappearing to let you enjoy her home or if you want to learn about Chicago or talk about life in general she is available, kind and thoughtful. Jeannie owns her own travel agency so she is sensitive to the diverse needs of travelers and is therefore very accommodating.

Jeannie is a Master Gardner and Tai Chef. Jeannie is talented in both her home decorating and cooking. She has travelled all over the world and she is a fascinating host. We talked about flowers and shared stories of our travels and experiences. Jeannie has and enjoys a rich and fulfilling life and it was wonderful talking and listening and sharing life’s experiences.

I can't say enough about what a super hostess she is. My son will be traveling to Chicago in the spring and I will recommend that he stay with Jeannie. When I return to Chicago I will stay with Jeannie and I highly recommend her home for anyone who wants to visit Chicago, Evanston, or the surrounding areas. I would definitely stay with her again when I return.