I'm a local Chicagoan but I surprised my boyfriend with a staycation at Meighan's gorgeous place for a holiday gift and change off scenery after 9 months of Covid quarantine. Meighan's place is the most beautiful, cozy Airbnb I have ever stayed in (and I have stayed in Airbnb's all over the states and in other countries, too). The #1 reason why is because the space is so gorgeously decorated with so many personal touches that you feel like you're staying in someone's curated home, and not just a temporary rental. This was really comforting for us, considering that we couldn't travel to be with our families this holiday season due to the pandemic. The paint colors (the emerald green in the bedroom!); the little kitchen nook with the great lighting fixture; the porch where you can listen to birds chirping as you read and drink tea or wine; the elegant dining room with the lovely painting and antiques and plants and candles; the renovated bathroom with beautiful tile work...the pictures don't do this place justice. And it was sparkling clean which, as a clean freak, I appreciate (especially during Covid). Meighan is also a great host. Check in and out is a breeze; she is super communicative (meaning, she responds quickly); and she and her family give you privacy. Additionally, she and her family are so welcoming. They left us a bottle of Prosecco and a holiday card on the table to welcome us, left us a homemade Christmas cookie plate on Christmas day (so sweet!), and offered to let us have a fire in the backyard firepit. We felt really cared for.
Lastly, for those who don't know Chicago, the neighborhood really is among the best and most walkable the city has to offer. Meighan's place is right off The Boulevards which is stately and lovely for walking your dog (or yourself!) in the morning as you gaze at all the historic greystone mansions lining either side of the park and trees. You can also walk a block or few to great coffee (Four Letter Word, Cellar Door Provisions); one of my favorite natural wine shops (Diversey Wine); great bars post-Covid (Billy Sunday, Lost Lake); and some of Chicago's best restaurants (Lula; Mi Tocaya). Other excellent Chicago spots are just a half mile or so away (Miko's Italian Ice; Bang Bang Pie and Biscuits; Chef's Special; Parson's Chicken and Fish). Anyway, I'll end this long review here, but to echo another reviewer: "this is a no brainer. Just book it!" Thanks for everything, Meighan!