My stay at Annique’s place came about at the last minute, as a result of other plans falling through. She was responsive, accommodating, and flexible about my check in. The building, like many other on the lower east side, is older, and not much to look at from the outside, but the apartment was spotless, spacious, well – provisioned, comfortable, and a great location for walkability, transit, and restaurants, and suited my needs perfectly for a two night work related stay. It would’ve suited my needs equally well for a tourism stay. The apartment is very quiet; others have noted the sound of a compressor or ventilator unit outside the bedroom window. I did not notice it much; perhaps in the summer it is louder. It did not disrupt my sleep. The bed was extremely comfortable, and Annique provided ample linens, including blankets and towels that smelled and felt great. I did not cook, but easily could have in the well stocked kitchen. I would not hesitate to stay again.