Alan's place is wonderful for a large group. We had five adults and three children, one a baby 22 months old. He provided a pack n play for the baby and ample sheets, towels and soap, shampoo, etc. The kitchen is modern and lovely. It also has everything you could need, including glassware. The space is large, bright and well cared for. Security is good. There is a parking place in the back. I have to say that my brother, who lives a mile away in Hyde Park, said we should not walk back to Alan's place after dark. Being strangers to Chicago, we took his advice. But we walked constantly throughout the day, to the U of I and to the Museum of Science and Industry without a problem. We would stay there again.