If I could give more than 5 stars I would! Shelly’s place is not only EXACTLY what you see in the photographs... but more. If you want experience the history, community and real NYC you can’t get better than this. Our teenage son is still in awe of the street where we stayed and the kindness of Shelly. To see people sitting on the front steps chatting to each other, singing in the street and being just everyday people was amazing. I don’t ever think I’ve been said “ good morning “ too so many times in the space of 5 days, as in Decatur street.
The journey from JFK was super quick in a cab, the check in instructions easy and before we knew it we were in the appartment. It was 8pm and super warm and so to open the fridge to find a selection of waters, fruit, croissants and juices was a gift from heaven!
Sparkling white bed linen, towels and the table laid for breakfast! Huge TV complete with HBO, Netflix and Prime and super good airco!
Historical details in the house are amazing and sent our minds crazy with trying to work out the original room layout.
Shelly’s attention to detail and kindness were unbelievable. A file of cool things to do, restaurants and useful apps plus her quick response via app if we had a question, made the stay easy. New York can seem daunting but she helped make it very easy.
The appartment is a 10 minute walk from the subway which is on the C line direct into Manhattan. With a weeks pass it couldn’t have been better. We loved the area and felt super safe and at home.
I would never contemplate ever staying anywhere else! We plan to return........