When my friend and I were planning to go to New York we were agreed that we wanted the following: our own rooms, a clean place, good assess to Public Transport and for the flat to be situated in a fabulous neighbourhood.

We got all this and more.

Drew's flat is comfortable; the sofa was a haven after all the hours of walking and shopping. It's an attractive place; to me the internal brickwork is so redolent of New York. And really, having access to a roof deck is something quite special.

I am so glad that we stayed in the East Village. It has all the qualities of the kind of area I like: relaxed and exciting, well connected, eclectic but not overly 'hip' and most importantly - plentiful with a variety of great places to eat.

Drew was a wonderful host, he was quick to respond to the booking and was always on hand to provide information.

This is a great place, in a great neighbourhood in a great city. I'm looking forward to going back some day.