My colleague and I had a lovely time in NYC. As a host, Mark was easy and correct to deal with. We changed our arriving time last minute, which was no problem after consultation. The apartment is very spacious – my colleague and I each had our own room, and that for a very reasonable price. The apartment is also well equipped. And there is a great bakery around the corner as well as some supermarkets and deli’s and a few restaurants nearby. It is within walking distance of the subway although it takes you about 40 minutes in total to the centre of Manhattan (easy connection). If you prefer a more quiet neighborhood than hectic Manhattan (what may be welcome after a busy day in NYC), I would definitely recommend Mark’s apartment!