Great stay in Manhattan - exactly what I was looking for. Maria is a very kind and welcoming host. Everyting works very well in the apartment. I used the kitchen a lot. It felt very homy. I had all I needed in the room: a bed, a large cupboard, and a desk/chair. I enjoyed the large window/balcony in the room, and Maria had prepared an extra electric heater and an extra blanket just in case it was getting cold.