We booked this place last minute through instant booking, expecting a smooth processâbut the check-in was intrusive and disjointed. We were peppered with questions in the platform chat about all guest names, ages, and where we were coming from. Then, on the day of check-in, someone other than the host called to ask about my professionâcompletely unnecessary and invasive.I was also required to go to a third-party website (Guesty) to upload photos of my ID and a selfie, which felt excessive and outside the normal bounds of privacy for short-term rentals. Communication came from multiple sources in inconsistent English and at inconvenient times, which added to the confusion and frustration.The apartment itself was fairly nicely furnished, and the AC was on when we arrived, which we appreciated. That said, cooling relies on noisy window units in each bedroomâlight sleepers beware (though earplugs were provided). The kitchen was compact but well-stocked with cookware and dishes. Shower plumbing was finicky, and the tub drained very slowly, so showers resulted in standing water.Perhaps the most egregious issue: the map location shown on the VRBO listing is way off. The pin shows an area around Touhy and 43, but the actual apartment is closer to Loyola Beach in Rogers Parkâabout a 27-minute drive apart. Thatâs a major misrepresentation that impacted our plans.All in all, the hassles and privacy concerns outweighed the positives. We wouldnât book here again.