5 stars with a caveat - read below.

This review is for a 30-day stay in Unit 4 which is similar but not the same as the unit pictured. The kitchen, living, and dining areas are all open in Unit 4.

There is a lot to praise about Unit 4 and the host (see below), but I recommend asking about showings before renting. Izi asked us to show the unit to a prospective renter and, while not thrilled about it, we obliged. The next day he asked again on short notice and we declined. We also declined any further showings until we permanently vacated the property. This issue is a matter of personal preference - some guests may not mind setting up the unit to be shown. That being said, we paid a premium for privacy and did not want to have strangers walking through while our belongings were there. Just have that conversation up front so there isn't any confusion.

With that said, Unit 4 was new, extremely clean, very quiet, bright, and comfortable. The kitchen was well stocked, all appliances worked as advertised, and the wireless is decent. The washing machine and dryers in the basement are excellent. The shower had a small drainage issue when we moved in (that kind of thing can happen anywhere) and Izi fixed it within hours of us letting him know. He is responsive and clearly cares about the building. The location is truly ideal with Central Park and several museums nearby, the red/blue/orange lines within 2 blocks, Joe Coffee around the corner, and more. In terms of neighborhood food, some of our favorites were Celeste, Emack & Bolio's for ice cream (mudslide is a favorite), Cotta for Italian takeout, and cookies and muffins at Birdbath Bakery (the oatmeal is worth a try). If you jump on the crosstown bus located at 86th/Columbus (take advantage of those buses, they're fantastic) you can get to Two Little Red Hens in under 10 minutes. One of the best bakeries in all of New York.