Had a great stay at Lance and Shelley’s place. I stayed in the Garden Room, which is a converted back porch on the second floor facing the backyard. Getting there is fairly quick via rideshare or public transit (the blue line is around the corner). I didn’t meet the hosts in person but they were responsive and easy to talk to.
The room was simple but
comfortable with a good bed and everything a single traveler would need. I was traveling in May so I can’t comment much on the temperature, but there was a space heater for colder nights. The shared spaces included a kitchen and dining area, a sitting area, and a bathroom (shared among the other 2 or 3 rooms upstairs).
Overall this place is a great option for the budget traveler. The only thing I would mention is that this house is right next to the interstate and not particularly soundproof. Personally I sleep like a rock, but the hosts do kindly provide earplugs in the kitchen if you need them.