Robert and Sue were excellent hosts! They were very thoughtful and knowing that I was in town to run the Chicago Marathon, added some nice touches like energy drinks fridge, sports bars in the kitchen and some memorabilia from when they had previously run/volunteered for the marathon. They communicated quickly and effectively and allowed me my privacy. Check in was a breeze.
The house is great! Its one of the best I've stayed in! The house is clean and upscale with a huge kitchen. They also have a huge deck that is good for sitting outside reading a book in the shade or hanging out with friends. Its in a nice, uptown, quiet neighborhood with TONS of restaurants, cafes and pubs all within blocks of the house and they weren't that expensive either! If you're looking for a longer stay and need groceries, there's a Whole Foods within 10min walking distance. The kitchen is fully stocked with all the pots/pans/utensils you would need should you want to cook up a meal instead of heading out. They also have free PARKING! This came in handy as I was needing to drive into Chicago this time. So if you're driving in or renting a car, you have your own spot to park in!
Location-wise, you're only about 10-15min drive from everything Downtown Chicago has to offer! I didn't use public transportation as I usually Uber, but there are some options nearby that I saw. Between the food options and being in a quiet neighborhood but also within minutes of downtown, this is a great location to have as a home base for a weekend or week long stay!
All in all this was an excellent place and experience. The next time I'm in town, I hope I can schedule Robert and Sue's house again!