Staying with Nancy was only the 2nd time I stayed with an Airbnb host (as opposed to a hotel), and I was left wondering why I don't choose Airbnb hosts more often. This was my first trip to New York City, and Nancy made me feel extremely welcome. She was eager to answer any questions I had, or if she didn't know the answer she went out of her way to help me find one. The neighborhood was safe and convenient to Central Park and Museum Mile. The apartment was clean and Nancy offered me breakfast both mornings (fruit, yogurt, bagels, and coffee) which was a huge help. You do sleep in the living room, but there is a door separating that section of the apartment from the kitchen and Nancy's bedroom so you can have plenty of privacy. If you have a problem sleeping in noisy areas, you may want to bring a pair of ear plugs as the windows overlook 2nd Avenue and there was some construction going on. It wasn't a big deal for me and Nancy did offer me a pair of earplugs, but it's just something to be aware of.

Considering the price, the location, and Nancy's hospitality, I think you'd be hard-pressed to find a better place to stay in the city.