Honestly, people, if you get the chance to stay at Simon`s place: DO IT! We had a wonderful time, the apartment was great (tasteful, big, nice kitchen, well equipped with everything you need), perfectly clean (I mean: spotless!). Simon was nice, he even stayed up late to welcome us (we had a late flight) and was there early in the morning to take back the keys and give back our deposit. The area is absolutely okay (not fancy or anything, but a real NYC experience), we found a really nice spot to have breakfast (Lenox cafe) and the little subway tours to downtown were only fun. We are more of the picky type, but this was the best place we stayed until now! Thanks Simon! We'll be back!