I had decided to stay at Saurin's place after spending the previous five days in a hotel in The Loop. I wanted to stay somewhere that was outside of the downtown area while also being near enough that it was short train ride away if I wanted to make a jaunt back to The Loop. Thankfully, this accommodation was exactly what I was looking for!
The location in West Town near the 'Chicago' station on the Blue Line made getting here from either O'Hare or The Loop via public transportation very easy. Likewise, its proximity to the Kennedy Expressway / I-90 allowed for easy access for taxi's or ride shares. For its nearness to the city center, it's a surprisingly quiet location.
Saurin's home is very spacious and cozy. The main living space upstairs offers multiple spots for guests to mingle. Downstairs, I stayed in the master bedroom which was very pleasant and perhaps the fanciest bedroom I had ever AirBnB'd at! Also downstairs was at least two other bedrooms that other AirBnB guests were staying in. I expect it's common for more than one AirBnB guest to be staying here at a given date which may be off-putting if you're looking for a more private experience. Personally, it was an absolute delight to be able to interact with the other guests staying here!
The neighborhood is very walkable with a variety of services and restaurants, includes a laundry mat with a drop off service and a very friendly "mom and pop" Mexican bodega / restaurant next door.
Overall, I was very happy with my stay with Saurin. The experience of exploring the neighborhood and interacting with the other AirBnB guests was the highlight of my trip to Chicago. Highly recommended!