Loved Sam’s place. It’s very clean and beautifully decorated. It’s spacious and close to north Central Park. The closest subway is down but the 103 and the 110 at Broadway are a short walk away, about 10 min. It’s on the second floor and has an elevator next door. Our only concerns, are:
1. No AC in the living room and kitchen area. We had mid 80 temperatures. Each bedroom has a window unit and the right bedroom gets very cold but you have to leave the bedroom doors open to cool the common areas.
2.No way to wash clothes. The machines were changed from coin operated to “wash cards”. We told Minetta that we would make do, since we packed heavy, but when we realized that we each were only provided with 1 bath towel, they needed washing by mid week. No cards were provided.
3. We requested an extra set of keys and instructions on how to buzz family members in through the main door. Neither were provided. One of us had to stay up and run down to let family in that didn’t have a key to the entry way or apartment.
4. No top sheets on the beds made it warm with only a comforter as a sleeping option. Hoping the comforter or duvets get washed each turnover.
5. Very inquisitive neighbors about staying at Samir’s place. One neighbor inquired 3 times.
Both Minetta and Samir are very anxious to please. I honestly think these items are quick fixes, but important ones to their guests. I’d be glad to change my review to a 5, once they are addressed.
We really did appreciate the apartment and hope this helps more than hinders. And if my items listed don’t matter to you, then grab it quick. If they are concerns, I’m sure Samir will be accommodating and your stay will be perfect!
Enjoy!