This was a wonderful experience. The south side of Chicago has precious few places to stay, and Patricia's apartment was the perfect antidote to the one sub-par hotel that exists in Hyde Park. It is beautifully re-done in a lovely neighborhood, and the room that they rent is at the very back of the apartment, with its own bathroom and near the kitchen. I never felt like I was imposing or in the way, and could relax in the zen-like atmosphere they have created. We ate home-made granola every morning, and had coffee waiting for us when we awoke. Patricia and her partner, Jamie, were the perfect hosts--there when and if we needed them, but never intrusive (my fear always about bed and breakfasts.....) They were ready with suggestions for restaurants, directions, and other sundry things. And their dog, Ozzie, is lovely. Great for U of C parents, as it is not far from campus. I almost hate to submit this for fear that it will become hard to get for me!