First, Donna was very accommodating and made us feel welcome. She went above and beyond when she offered and delivered Internet access. That is, she installed Internet just for my stay. I very much appreciated this as I need it for my work. Donna was also very flexible on our check in and check out dates. The house is quite adequate for 2 people sleeping in each bedroom - I would not attempt to stay with 3 or more people. It is very close to the train station - within about a 10 minute walk - and the train takes you downtown (you can also easily ride to Hyde Park where the Museum of Science and Industry is and to the Museum Campus with the Field Museum of Natural History, Shedd Aquarium and Adler Planetarium). As for the neighborhood, it is your typical Chicago Southside neighborhood. You must be comfortable with working-class and industrial surroundings - I would Google Earth the place if you have questions. The house was clean and secure.