This was my first ever experience with Airbnb and I can happily say it was a very positive one. From the outset B. communicated promptly and clearly that gave the confidence to go ahead with the booking. When I met Alan, the in-keeper, at check in, I knew I picked the right place. He was an incredibly nice person and even very kindly let me check in several hours early so I could get a head start with my day. The place itself was fantastic, really cosy, clean and charming thanks to its exposed brick interior, filled with many personal affects that made it feel like a real Manhattan home. The location is perfect if you want to be within walking distance to Central Park, with two nearby subway stations that I used regularly. There are some great local places to grab a bite to eat, including a 24-hour McDonald's, which I found rather handy when getting home really late and I never felt unsafe when doing so. Overall, I had a wonderful stay at B.'s place and really enjoyed my first ever visit to NYC. If you're looking for a comfortable and conveniently located home to use as a base for your own trip to The Big Apple, look no further. :)