Pros: Spacious, modern, updated apartment. Very well equipped...lots of dishes, pots and pans, silverware, etc. The furniture and bedding were all very comfortable. TV is a large smartv with features. Location is exceptional...right across the street from the El station, and about 8 blocks from Michigan ave. Lots of restaurants, art galleries, and stores in the area. A good long walk could take you anywhere. Dean, the owner, was amazingly quick with his responses to any questions or concerns.
Cons: Right across the street from the El. Significant noise from other sources, as well. Apartment had a few dings and dongs, such as several ceiling lights needing to be replaced, but nothing that bothered any of us. Most important is that there are two flights of steep steps to be climbed. With luggage and such, this was a bit of a chore. Again, this did not bother our family. No DVD player. Not sure anyone cared.
Takeaway: Our family was extremely pleased with the unit and our stay. This was not your run-of-the-mill unit in a standard building. It is right above a restaurant. (How cool is that!?!) For some of the reasons listed above, it might not be suitable for everyone, so I gave it four stars. For us, it was probably more like a five star experience, especially knowing that the owner seemed to have our back the entire time we were there. We would definitely stay there again.
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