We thoroughly enjoyed our stay with Richard and Cathy. The apartment is lovely: well-kept, charming, and spotless. It's small, but so well-organized that it doesn't feel cramped at all; it feels comfortable and cosy. They provide everything you need, and best of all, there are tons of outlets to plug in all the gadgets. And Richard and Cathy were very friendly and welcoming; they answered all our questions, gave us maps and brochures and made suggestions about what to see in Chicago and showed us how to get there; they even had some food for us in the fridge so we wouldn't have to go out shopping the first night. The neighborhood is great for walking--lots of little shops and restaurants, and friendly people. We would definitely stay here again, and recommend it to anyone travelling to Chicago.

And one more thing: Richard and Cathy allow their guests to use their yard (which is just beautiful), so my daughter and I went out at dusk and my daughter got to see fireflies for the first time. I wish you could have seen the look on her face: bugs that light up?? Really?? I guess I can't give Richard and Cathy credit for creating fireflies, but they did give us a wonderful and unforgettable experience.