Laurent's place is perfect for a first-timer in New York. It is clean, spacious, and well stocked. Coffee and tea is provided and the kitchen has everything you need to cook. We arrived during a heat wave and the air conditioner worked great. It is also a very secure building, for those concerned with safety. Laurent was very welcoming and easy to communicate with, and he has provided a guidebook with suggestions of things to do in the neighborhood. We had a great stay and would definitely stay at his place again.