The place has been built in 1876 and has the old world charm. Marcie explained how it survived the Chicago fire and where the wood was sourced from.
A note about Marcie - she's a great host. She was thoughtful in making our stay comfortable by offering fans(we were there on a warm weekend, who knew Chicago had one?) , adding snacks for our comfort and lots of restaurant recommendations and discount coupons. She was very fast to respond and very friendly.
Marcie recommended us to Billy's grill which needs its own review. A small 50s themed diner run by elderly couple. Their hospitality was top notch and food was delicious. I didn't have to use any syrup in my breakfast, it was that good.
I'd recommend the Cottonwood inn for any one wanting to have a home away from home in a Victorian themed place. We enjoyed the stay.