My husband & I were first time air bnb users so were naturally quite apprehensive to start off with about how it all would work - but we couldn't be happier about how it all worked out.
Kyle is very responsive & messages back very quickly. The check in instructions were very simple to follow, Kyle was home to greet us & orientate us to his apartment.
His apartment is very clean & neat, the room is very basic but has everything you need - wifi & the tv with all the cable was a huge plus!
Bed is very comfy!
Street can be quite loud with the NY honking & sirens, but we both enjoyed that and appreciate that it is the 'real NY background noise' (Kyle supplies earplugs, which we did use for a sleep in or two).
Bathroom & kitchen are well equipped, Kyle is pretty relaxed about letting you use anything you need.
Location is GREAT! Really felt like we were immersed with the locals & just far away from Times Square to be away from the crowds of tourists. Lots of great bars/restaurants surround the apartment (Viv Thai was so yum with a great happy hour, fab Mexican restaurants & The Jolly Monk down the street has a great 'American sports bar' feel.
Walking distance to the subway which we used to go all over Manhattan. Liquor stores, delis, supermarkets, launderettes - literally everything is at your doorstep.
We will certainly miss this place, had a great 9 nights - Thanks Kyle!
Susie & Eamon (Perth, Australia)