Lovely. Perfect location just a block & 1/2 away from the subway! There are plenty of shops just around the corner on Lexington or a little further the big names are on 5th. The location is incredible if you’re looking to stay on the UES. The stairs are certainly cumbersome with heavy luggage but manageable, something to keep it mind if you are concerned then it is not the place for you. The place is a co-op, that said the heating is shared. So upon arrival the unit was insanely warm. We immediately opened every window and even turned on the window AC units per Angela (the lovely housekeepers) suggestion and kept it that way until dark. We ended up having to keep the bedroom windows open at least partially the entire stay to balance the heater but it wasn’t a big deal. I sleep with an eye mask and ear plugs (my husband snores) so I am rarely disturbed by much but I can’t imagine being able to sleep otherwise. The curtains are pretty sheer so they allow considerable light in the morning especially and with the windows open what is typically a quiet area is noticeably less so. Something to keep in mind if you’re a light sleeper.
Otherwise the place is clean as can be. The fridge looks unused. The bathroom and kitchen are pretty typical for most older NYC apartments, small but functional. The living room is really spacious and cozy- we stayed in one night since it was so cold and windy, ordered takeout and watched a movie.
We would absolutely stay here again, no question. The host and his lovely helper Angela were seconds away after a key mishap one day that could have been quite disastrous! Thanks to the quickness of all parties it was over and done with in 5 minutes or less. You simply cannot beat the price.