Let me start with: you're never going to want to leave. Elizabeth was kind enough to lend me her space for a month and a half and by the end of my time in NYC I dreaded the thought of having to go. It became a second home to me--it was my home base during an artist residency that not only gave me a place to crash at the end of the day, but a fountain of inspiration and warmth. When Elizabeth says her space is in a prime location, that's an understatement. East Village is one of the most magical and lively places on this planet--filled with life and diversity and excitement. You can literally walk *ANYWHERE* you want in the city, and if you don't like walking the L train is just a block away. Citi Bike is also a block away for the brave. Everything you could ever dream of and want from the city are right outside your doorstep. Elizabeth is extremely responsible and responsive. Although she lets you be your own independent self, and has a hands-off approach to being a host, if/when you need her she is there. Even when she is abroad, she's a phone call/text away. If a problem arises, it's all hands on deck. Elizabeth is like the cool aunt we all wish we had/could be. Her home is enchanting and filled with character. She's an artist and it's truly an artist space. From the light flooding in from the windows in every room, to her funky painted walls, high ceilings, furniture, to the iconic artwork in her kitchen--it's all there. Living in her apartment you are not only to be your full artistic self, you get a taste of her as an artist and person around every corner. Finally, in a city that never sleeps, in a city that's fast paced and always on the go, E-Z Place is a sanctuary. NYC is wildly fun and you will find endless stimulation, but it was nice to be able to come back to a space that was quiet, homey, and tranquil. I don't know what Elizabeth does to cast a spell or something on the apartment that once you enter, the hustle and bustle of the city are muted the moment you walk through the door. It's like stepping into some European home in the middle of some romantic, obscure city that we seek to recharge our souls. I can't say enough nor recommend E-Z Place enough. If you need a friend, you've got Elizabeth. If you need a home, you've got E-Z Place. If you need a crash pad for your wild night on the town, as long as you're respectful of the space, you've got that too. If you need a Sanctum Sanctorum, there's no space that fits the bill more than E-Z. Whatever reason you find yourself falling into the rabbit hole that is New York City, I hope you find yourself landing in E-Z place at the...