This is my third time visiting Lynne and there's reasons behind it. Location of home is about 15 min downtown (not what we want to Chicago for anyhow but to some it might matter). I never felt unsafe in the neighborhood and there's quite a few food options within walking distance. The place is as described and depending on what room you choose the atmosphere will differ. We were never uncomfortable and I get pretty hot easily (so when places don't have AC, a fan, etc I can get uncomfortable quick).
The dogs are lovely. Well, Kelly (I believe her name was). She's the black dog and she's nice. Toby is weary of strangers and will bark but Lynne made sure nothing happened when we visited. I have a dog and have had family dogs and LOVE dogs so it's okay, he was just nervous :)
There is light construction (at the time of visit) but we never really use the kitchen anyhow, so it didn't matter to us. There was no distracting noise either.
The little touches like a stocked mini fridge with free beverages and parking passes for the duration of the stay, along with the previously mentioned stuff, is why we keep returning. Can't wait to stay with Lynne again! Thank you Lynne!