On arrival Matthew was available to show us around the amazing apartment and answered all of our questions of how to get round and where to shop and eat.Throughout the stay he was contactable by text or phone to give us advice and reassure us when the power went out for a few hours- no real hardship. He gave choices of his preferred food hangouts, all helpful.

Flat was spacious and with wifi and facilities to wash and dry clothes made it an easy home from home experience. CVS pharmacy easy walk away for essentials.

We stayed 2 weeks, had a wonderful time around Chicago especially around Wicker park and Old town ( both easy to get too - blue line and bus 72 heading to the beach.) Visited all the main beaches- North avenue was the best for soft sand and warm water- actually not that busy. We mainly used the subway and buses with a ventra 7 day pass, very economical for a family of 5 rather then taxis. Food shopping took the 66 bus to marianos supermarket heading towards Austin got off at Damen junction- lots of excellent food choices and having a large fridge/freezer made it easy to stock up. The 66 bus also took you to Navy pier - plenty to see and do-to within 2 minutes walk as well as one end of the magnificent mile i.e Michigan avenue.

Managed to go to the theatre and watch a baseball game as well. Got absolutely drenched one day- weather can change suddenly so be aware- check every morning about rain wear!

Therefore overall excellent host and apartment, easy to get round and enjoy the many delights of Chicago from the usual tourist sights to food and entertainment.