Jackie was a most gracious host! I also had the pleasure to meet his flat mate, he is also quite kind. The room was very clean and HUGE by NYC standards. It also had a AC window unit which came in handy after exploring all day in the middle of July. Jackie was available if we needed anything, was very accommodating, and gave great recommendations. The apartment's location is stellar, a quick hop to the middle of Manhattan BUT such a great neighborhood that you could stay around and be totally content! The food and coffee shops are fantastic. Definitely try Cafe Grumpy--marvelous scones! If you stay with Jackie, definitely ask him for his recommendation of dumpling restaurants--they were amazing!
Thank you Jackie and Adam for making Lauren and mine's stay in NYC so fantastic!