Our host and her family were very welcoming and gracious. They are a charming family in all ways! She made sure we had all we needed for a comfortable 3-night stay. The apartment was clean and spacious with comfortable beds, a fully equipped kitchen and I liked the big old- fashioned bath tub with plenty of hot water for a relaxing soak. One feature of this older building that might bother a light sleeper is the very squeaky hardwood floor!
The neighborhood is a mix of residential and small businesses with ethnic variety. The beautiful park has many walking paths, big trees, ponds and open spaces. There are no major stores or restaurants in the immediate neighborhood, but there are some businesses and cafes within a 10-minute walk. I especially appreciated that the Grand Ave. bus to downtown and Navy Pier is less than 1/2 block away.
This was my first Airbnb experience and was all I could hope for!