Ryan was attentive, responsive and a great host. The house is beautiful - stained glass windows, lovely furniture, and well stocked should you need something. It's quite convenient to get to the rest of Chicago from as well - you can hop on the train that's two blocks away, or get a cab. If you're looking for a getaway to Chicago, this is a great base of exploration. I actually never met Ryan in person, but over email he was responsive, informative, and friendly.