I stayed in Natacha’s Airbnb while I was apartment hunting. I moved to NJ from Phoenix and was not familiar with the area at all.
Natacha’s communication is amazing. She replied promptly and there was never a questioned or concern unanswered. She is extremely kind and friendly.
The house looks like the pictures and each room has a private lock. I didn’t see much of the other guests, but sharing the common areas were fine. House is clean and well maintained! My experience with Natacha and the house itself was great. I did check out early, but that is due to me finding an apartment.
The area and neighborhood itself is a little rough around the edges. If you have never lived in a city unlike myself, or if you don’t know the area and are visiting, I think it’s fair to be aware of the area. My room did face the street so that is something to take in to consideration as well. There is a lot of cars that drive through day and night with loud loud music, during the day neighbors played loud speakers on the street, which I don’t mind at all, but if you are looking for peace and quiet you won’t have that. Busy area so people are walking around a lot and active. I walked to the store and twice a car pulled over to try and get my attention. I’m from the city so I felt safe, but for someone not used to it, this may be uncomfortable for you if you’re alone. The police precinct is about 1 min away so that helps. If you drive, make sure you park your car before 4, which Natacha communicated with me. And it is very true. Parking was not easy. And for a west coaster I thought I read all the signs correct and I still got a ticket because I did not realize where I had parked was in front of what is a driveway out here. It’s very small and I was completely unaware which is my fault and I am SO LUCKY I only got a ticket and my car didn’t get towed.
Overall I had a good stay. Some nights were noisier than others, the area is a little rough and parking is a hassle. But public transportation is around and you can Uber or take the bus to the path to get around as well.
Those things have no reflection on the house itself and Natacha as a host. Both were great and the price to stay was affordable, which were all the most important things for me.