I stayed for 8 nights in August in this little apartment and I loved coming back to it at the end of every busy day I spent in NYC.

The apartment was exactly as described and shown in the pictures. The king size bed is so cozy and comfortable I had a hard time getting out of it in the morning. There is a wonderful large closet in the bedroom where I unpacked and felt at home. I had to improvise for lack of counter space in the tiny bathroom, however it was spotlessly clean (as was the entire apartment) and the towels smelled lovely! I didn't notice upon booking that this is a basement apartment so there are a few stairs upon entry/exit.

When I booked, I was also looking forward to exploring the neighborhood and I was thrilled when I got there! Everything was so close! My first day there, there was a "street market" on Steinway Street where I bought some unique items to take home. On the same street, are some great reasonably priced stores with a little something for everyone. There was fresh fruit available every day on a fruit stand right down the block from the apartment, as well as the subway that takes you into Manhattan within minutes.

The hosts, Negra and Edo, were fabulous ! Negra always returned my messages within about an hour and shortly after my arrival she checked in to make sure everything was to my liking. She gave me advice on places to eat and things to see in the Astoria neighborhood as well as details on places to go in Manhattan. They also provided little unexpected amenities in the apartment like a jug of milk and a box of cereal and a few bottles of water in the fridge. These were much appreciated.

I was very pleased with my own little piece of NYC while I was there and wouldn't hesitate to stay again. Thank you Negra and Edo!!