This was my first AirBnB experience, and I could not have been more thrilled. Janet is a lovely person who made me feel so welcome in her home. It was like I'd known her forever! Janet is caring, warm, helpful, communicative, and genuinely enjoys meeting new people. What a perfect host! Her dogs, Molly and Oliver, were great hosts, too. Such sweet, welcoming animals.

As a host, Janet goes that "extra mile" - which these days, well, you don't always expect that from people. But she does it - from the fresh-baked muffins on arrival (I try to avoid carbs, but those muffins were amazing - and all consumed by me, swiftly), to fresh coffee in the morning, to making sure you're all good with the Wi-Fi, to giving you Band-Aids when you have shaving mishap. She's on it! I had to do some work while on vacation, and she was so nice to let me set up my laptop at the dining table and crank away in the morning over coffee. We had such nice conversations, too! And Molly and Oliver kept me company, sleeping at my feet.

Janet's condo is spacious, comfortable, and like you see in the photos. The bedroom is perfect for one person, with hangers in the closet if you need them and floor space for your luggage. There's a ceiling fan AND a cool vertical air-blower-fan that make the room cool and offer the "white noise" that helps many people sleep. Double doors close for privacy.

The bathroom is huge and super clean. I loved that shower, and the super-sized bath towels! The guest bedroom and bathroom are in the front of the condo, with the kitchen, living space, master bed/bath, and balcony beyond (it's like a "shotgun style" place) so if you leave early, come in late, whatever, you don't feel like you're bothering Janet. The dogs may greet you though! :)

This location is perfect for one person on a vacation, weekend getaway, or even a work trip. Location-wise, you're in easy walking distance to Wrigley Field (Go Cubs!) and the many restaurants, bars, and shops in Wrigleyville, Lakeview, and Boystown. Lake Michigan is only a 15-minute walk due east. The El and buses are also super-close-by if you wish to visit downtown or anywhere else in the city.

I walked, mass transited, and took cabs everywhere I went, and it's easy and VERY recommended. Unless you truly must have a vehicle, don't bother. It's an extra cost and hassle you don't need. (But, I'm sure Janet can help facilitate if you have a vehicle - ask in advance for guidance.)

I loved staying with Janet and will stay again for sure. The escape was just what I needed to relax, recharge, and enjoy Cubs games (and Old Style beer, of course.)

I highly recommend Janet as a host!