I won’t be able to include all the ways this is a special place but I’ll do what I can. “cozy” and “spacious” are an understatement. Dede clearly cares about making people comfortable in her home. And while it IS her home and she seemed to be on the premises, we did not meet. Yet she made it clear that she was accessible at all times. It is apparent that your privacy is important to her.
There was mention of personal touches in a plethora of previous reviews and tbh I wondered if I’d feel left out:) No way. The place itself is beautifully decorated and my favorite part were the heated bathroom floors. Beds, bedding, furniture- all cozy.
I will say that there are a lot of amenities not mentioned on her site, too many to list so I’ll say that this space will exceed your expectations. Lots of little cozy touches and detail.
The location is walking distance (okay, I took Uber…:) to my now favorite neighborhoods- Andersonville and Lincoln Square. I’d been to wrigleyville before and once was enough- but hey… it’s about one mile away. Didn’t take them, but I know she’s close to brown and red train lines. Also didn’t use them (swear!), but she’s also close to a few dispensaries.
I did have work to do so Dede left a folding table and chair for me.
I also got my laundry done while I was there!
I would’ve liked to have explored Chicago more, but honestly, this is a super comfortable space in a real home , so I’m glad I got to spend time here.
I got street parking in Ashland close to the place and had no issue, I did see signs but didn’t really read them- and my car was still there upon check out!
Oh, she also has too many streaming services to mention! All of which you’ll have access to. There was one glitch where I had a problem logging on to one of said platforms but had the login info after a couple text exchanges with Dede.
I will be returning. If for no other reason, to chill and listen to her stellar vinyl collection.