My friend and I stayed 4 June nights and Vana's gorgeous apartment proved to be the most perfect, wonderful way for us to experience NYC for the first time. Pinar who greeted us even late at night was so helpful and friendly. The garden is beyond the beauty even of the pictures; a calm, mystical oasis, in a funky NYC neighbourhood - perfect for early evening drinks! The interior is heaven - squeaky clean, elegantly done out, and gives you the feeling of living like a Lower East Side N.Yorker! The beds SO comfy. Great shower Best choice of area - the best (cuisine and price!) restaurants, bars, clubs, people and vibe. I also ran every morning along the river 5 mins from apartment. DO NOT HESITATE to book Vana's place! And the bar? - as everyone says - it's the beat of New York and we slept like babies!