EXCELLENT apartment! EXCELLENT host!
This was one of the very best experiences I have ever had with Airbnb. The apartment is as pristinely clean as a nice hotel room and yet as comfortable and warm as a home. It is beautiful. The lighting is warm and thoughtful throughout, the bed and pillows are comfortable, the sofa is comfortable, the shower was great - enough pressure and hot water to wash my hair, the kitchen is well stocked. There is room for hanging clothed. The AC works well. The WiFi is strong enough to take Zoom meetings. The location can't be beat, if you want to enjoy the East Village. It is a small space, but it feels spacious because it is smartly designed and decorated. You can hear some ambient city noise, of course, but overall the apartment is peaceful and quiet. The street the apartment is on is surprisingly mellow for the neighborhood.
The apartment is great, but the gem of the experience might be actually be the host. Jim communicates clearly and proactively, while being mindful and polite. I like meeting my host, and Jim did greet me at check in to acquaint me to the apartment. He made himself available for any questions throughout my stay. He was organized, calm, friendly, and accommodating. These characteristics are reflected in the apartment as well.
I will be back!