I thoroughly enjoyed my stay with Caitlin. The apartment is airy, spacious, tasteful, eclectic, immaculate and quiet. Caitlin generously supplied me with gorgeous towels, freshly ironed sheets and Kiehls (!!) products in the bathroom. It's really a 5 star experience, with the bonus of a sweet cat! The neighborhood provided plenty of interest and fun. There's a Trader Joes about 10 blocks away, lots of tempting shops, dozens of cafes / restaurants, and Cental Park around the corner. I felt entirely safe day or night, and my walk each day up to Columbia was a pleasure. Most of all, Caitlin made the stay memorable and enjoyable. She's a New Yorker through and through with lots of tales to tell over a healthy dose of red wine. I also appreciate that she allowed me to check out in the afternoon even though a new guest was arriving. All in all, you can't do better than the Beach House.