My sister and I have just got back Chicago after staying in Jeannie's lovely home for a week. It is extremely comfortable and relaxed and her garden is a real sanctuary and oasis. We began every day eating a tranquil breakfast in the garden and a couple of evenings with a glass of wine.

Jeannie is truly a very welcoming host - often joining us for a chat and sharing travel experiences and gardening tales. Easton, her dog, often sat with us in the garden too and is very well behaved and sweet.

Her house is in a lovely tree-lined street within very easy walking distance of the Blue line CTA train which takes you straight to the centre of the city.

Staying in Jeannie's home made our visit really so special - we may never stay in hotels ever again.

Thank you Jeannie (and Easton).

Vicki and Vanessa Jones