James and Crysdian are gracious hosts, and staying in their comfortable and beautifully appointed home was like sharing an apartment with old friends - who have a great eye for art and miscellanea. There was a feeling of welcome throughout the apartment from the time I arrived. They were away for much of the time I was there, so I usually had the apartment to myself, but we were able to have a few nice chats when we overlapped.
The location is excellent too - the building is steps to the A train, a few short blocks to the 1, and close to a wonderful Saturday farmers market and the gorgeous Inwood Hill Park. There's is a great balance of accessibility to the attractions of midtown and downtown Manhattan as well as a local community.