Julia's place is a gem in the heart of East Village. I stayed there for 5 weeks and I couldn't have asked for a cozier home and a better location - originally came for a month and then extended for another week.
The apartment is spacious, furnished with a lot of tasteful charm and has a lovely terrace that is rare and unique for apartments in the city. It is super clean, fully equipped and has enough storage for a long stay. The neighborhood is in an eclectic happening area with many restaurants, bars and nice small shops that cater to everyone's taste. Subway stations, grocery shops and pharmacies are all within a couple of minutes walking distance.
I didn't meet Julia in person as she was traveling but she has arranged for timely handover/takeover and was always very responsive to emails. She is a considerate host who ensures ahead of the arrival of her guests and during their stay that everything is in place to make them feel comfortably at home.
If I had the option, I wouldn't stay at any other place but Julia's!