Valentina's home is the best place I've stayed in NYC so far. The apartment is located in East Village close to several bars, restaurants and supermarkets and is well connected to the rest of the city by buses and subway lines. There's an elevator in the buliding which definitely helps when traveling with seniors or when carrying heavy luggage.
The unit is very spacious for NY standards and best of all, it's quiet and bright!! Both the bed and the couch are really comfortable and we slept like babies. We loved waking up in the morning with the winter sun filling the entire living room, that was priceless :)
We found Valentina's home spotless, everything perfectly clean and tidy with all the announced essentials. Prior to our arrival she sent us detailed instructions on how to check in, check out, use the Internet connection along with some restaurant recommendations and things to do in the area as well as different ways to contact her during our stay.
We didn't get to meet Valentina personally but communication with her was timely even when she was traveling.
In short, this place is a jewel not be missed for those looking to spend a fantastic time in Manhattan. Obviously this will be my first choice in upcoming trips to NY.
Gracias Valentina, you rock!