This home is a testament to a life well lived and loved. I actually took hours walking around and looking at the antiques and pictures. It is such a genuine and loved space that I almost fell like I was intruding on a love story. It is amazing how much you can know about a couple just by staying in their home.
The location in the East Village was so cool. We sat outside on the stoop for hours almost every night watching people. It was so fun, and New Yorkers are the most interesting and fun people. I grew up in the suburbs, so sitting on a stoop in the city was something I always wanted to do.
Some specifics on the accommodations: the AC worked great in each room. The beds were comfortable, even though one was a pull out. This is a walk up, and there are three flights if you want to see the artist's working space at the top (which is again a testament to a lot of love). If you have mobility issues please keep this in mind. We were all fine with it. Communication was great, and the neighbor has a shop across the street if you have any issues while the owner is out of town.
This home is what Airbnb is all about. Sharing yourself with others and getting to know people. It was the genuine NYC experience we were looking for. I couldn't have been more satisfied.