Tippy and JT are two truly impressive and kindhearted people, and are the best hosts one could wish for. Their home was a sanctuary for us over our three month stay in New York, during one of the coldest winters the city has seen. We quickly felt completely comfortable and cared-for in their home, sharing breakfast together one morning soon after we arrived, lunch in chinatown, coffee and chats in the kitchen and late night catch ups in the lounge room. I always felt comfortable to drop in on Tippy downstairs to ask her a question – which often turned into a great conversation, eventually ending in me being ushered out by the most gorgeous landlady ever, only to realise I'd forgotten to ask my question! Their place is old, grand and homely, with four cats lolling about in the lounge room, on the staircase and in the kitchen just waiting to have their head scratched. The room we stayed in (the blue room) is very generously sized, with a huge walk-in wardrobe space, a big cupboard for storage, a lovely big bed, a couch, a dining table, dresser, and still enough room for two people to lay out yoga mats and have a morning stretch on the floor. The house is in a great neighbourhood, with a strong sense of community. The local cafe (The Pantry) was like an extension on the lounge room for me, and Peaches Restaurant around the corner an irresistible weekend brunch spot with live jazz and a totally buzzing energy. When I return to New York, I'll be making a bee-line for Tippy and JT's place.