We stayed here for three and a half months while our apartment was being renovated. The location was perfect for us--near my job in midtown, near Lincoln Center for frequent performances and on the West Side transportation corridor. For the two of us, the apartment had everything we were looking for--a great kitchen, washer dryer, sunlight, convenient location, cleanliness and soundproofing. Plus an excellent price. The apartment's four rooms--bedroom, bathroom, living room/dining room and kitchen are thoughtfully furnished, making smart use of the space. Over three and a half months, the layout felt compact and cozy; the large windows in the living room provided nice light. We stayed from September to December, so experienced both air conditioning and heat, which functioned well. The spacious bathroom had plenty of storage space as did the kitchen. The refrigerator, oven, range top, dishwasher and washer dryer were in excellent condition. Food shopping in the area is easy; the neighborhood has an abundance of restaurants and bars to choose from at every price point. Ninth Avenue is definitely a busy street, but the apartment is soundproofed well; this is true from floor to floor as well as between apartments too. We were on the fourth floor, away from most of the sidewalk sounds though there is a steady stream of ambulance and police traffic 24/7. The building has just two apartments per floor so it has an intimate feel; although there is no doorman, the building feels very secure. The police precinct is one block away. We had very few issues during our stay, but our requests were answered quickly and effectively. This was our first airbnb experience and it set a high bar for all that will follow. I would definitely recommend this place to family and friends.