I had an absolutely great stay in Iulias apartement. Getting there was very easy following Iulias description, and the room and apartement was even nicer than the pictures suggested.
Iulia is a very considerate host. She gives good advise to the area as well as the city in general and how to get around and we had some really nice chats in general. The apartment feels at the same time very homely and "professional" meaning clean and well equipped.
The area is very friendly, relatively quiet but with easy access to lovely restaurants, take out and is a nice neighbourhood for a walk.
I will make sure to book the room again next time I am in NYC.