Very close to perfect - 5 minutes to the beach and lakefront bike/walking path; also very near Michigan Avenue and the surrounding shops, restaurants and nightlife; the apartment was spacious and immaculate and the hosts were super-responsive, and very helpful when we needed anything; floor-to-ceiling windows and a balcony with partial views of the lake (and the Navy Pier fireworks) from our unit; and a large well-kept pool with plenty of lounges (shade all day and plenty of sun starting in the afternoon). An excellent summer stay and we expect to return!