Nicholas is a fantastic host! This was our first time in New York and first time staying in an Airbnb. We were a little nervous about staying in someone's home and didn't quite know what to expect. Nicholas made us feel right at home! He was very accommodating and understanding when we arrived later than anticipated. The room was exactly as shown in his pictures and the view was incredible! Staying in a 1920's apartment building just added to our New York experience. There were treats and coffee/tea available in the room and he provided information on the ferry and Metro schedule. Nicholas was very personable and was very willing to answer our questions and offer advise and tips on navigating the City. The apartment was close enough to walk to the Staten Island Ferry terminal but also had a bus stop right out front for the nights we were too tired to walk back. We will definitely book and stay with Nicholas again when in New York.