This is a great place to stay. The neighborhood is beautiful, and close to the arboretum and Volunteer Park. The kitchen is a full kitchen with everything you need. Even though you are on the bottom floor, you will hear minimal noise from upstairs, so no problem there.
The rental was clean, conveniently located, but far enough from downtown that you didn't get the feeling of being in a big, crowded city. We brought our bicycles. If you like to bike, and like a challenge, then you'll love using Josh and Nicole's place as your base. It's all uphill no matter where you go!