Rachel was prompt in communications and really helpful with suggestions about the fabulous neighborhood. We arrived earlier than we planned but Rachel was fine about us dropping our bags off.
The apartment is right in the middle of the LES -- near Seward Park Library and a hop away from a great comedy story, United Citizens Brigade, and loads of excellent restaurants -- even for picky vegans! There's even a coffee shop -- Ost -- next door!
We walked everywhere, took the subway and buses everywhere. It was such a pleasure to come back to Rachel's flat and relax.
We had extremely muggy weather, but the air conditioner worked well.
We'd definitely come back here -- this is an absolute gem of a place.