It was my 1st time in NYC and I stayed one week in Val & Yuko's room and had a great time. The room was exactly as shown and described. Many useful things were provided in the room! It was warm and clean. The communication with Val & Yuko was easy and they provided all the details before check-in, so the appartment was easy to find. Val & Yuko were very friendly and welcoming during my stay. They provided water, coffee and tea and Yuko even bought hot chocolate in addition. I regret that I did not have more time to talk to Val & Yuko because I spent most of the days sight-seeing. The location and the neighbourhood were perfect for me. I felt safe and Broadway theaters, Times Square, Rockefeller Center and also Circle Line Cruise and Intrepid Museum were easy to reach by foot. Subway and bus stops were also close. I recommend (as did Val & Yuko) the Amish Market on 9th Avenue for their cold and warm food buffet. I would definitively come back to stay at Val & Yuko's place anytime!