Staying with Martine was beyond! As a host, Martine did more than I could ever expect. Not only is she a very intelligent, nice, calm and warm person, she is very caring and helped me out like an old friend whom I've known for decades. She made me feel part of her family as she included me for activities such as dinner, or trips with her two sons when I had time and always introduced me and invited me to join discussions when she got guests. As well her two sons who helped me out countless times with information on how to survive in NYC (it's been my fist time there).
They both are outstandingly cultivated, intelligent, warm and friendly. She is an easy going, direct, honest and kind person to live with, what made it an absolute joy to spend my time with her and her family.
Her perfectly nice and clean townhouse is outstanding. I enjoyed a lot of amenities like a walk-in wardrobe, a washer-dryer, a nice bathroom for myself, a big fridge, the great kitchen, the lovely garden and many more things.
My room was located right in the middle of everything but I had my privacy at all times. She has an excellent taste and built a great, warm place to live and feel at home.
I had some doubts in the beginning because it's in the Bronx but It's a very, very, very nice and calm neighborhood!!
People respect each other and help each other out if they see that you are in need. Besides it took me only 20 minutes to midtown Manhattan (7ave/54st).
I experienced nothing but the time of my life! I was looking for a landlord and I got myself a Friend who I already miss and hope to meet very soon.