I loved Oliver’s hospitality and the fact that the Airbnb money goes to help support artists. His apartment is roomy and full of light, and I felt very safe there. The linens were beautiful and the towels were plush - perfect after a long soak in his claw foot tub. The artwork in his home is astounding, and I appreciated staying in such a charming old home. High ceilings, nice and warm, beautiful mouldings and windows too. His place really is very close to the El, and there is a Starbucks close by. If you need groceries in any quantity, though, you’ll need to take the train a couple of stops to the local Jewel or a bit farther to Whole Foods. If I come back to Chicago, I will stay with Oliver again. He’s very kind and easy to talk to!