My mom and I had a great first Airbnb experience with Deborah and her awesome pad in the East Village. The place is a palace by New York standards! Two luxurious bedrooms (one is an office with a comfortable fold-out sofa bed which I slept on), conveniently located in the back of the apartment so you won't be bothered by any typical New York street noise. The living room is spacious with a comfortable sectional for collapsing on after a busy day touring the city and a giant flat screen TV. The kitchen and bathroom are also large by New York standards and have everything two people (or more) could need during their stay. A dishwasher, 3 air-conditioners and washer and dryer further up the luxury factor. There is also a fabulous backyard with a grass lawn and large dining table. Excellent on every level and we count ourselves extremely lucky to have found her place available. The location is easy walking distance to several key neighborhoods with a great wine shop around the corner on Ave C, bus stop on the corner and some of the best espresso I've ever had at 9th Street Espresso. Cabs are plentiful and a car service is right around the corner as well. As a chef keen on eating out as much as possible, I was in ecstacy - Prune is a $5.00 cab ride away, you're walking distance to at least 5 late night outdoor places on one street alone, excellent pizza of every style, Italian small plates at La Follia, festive Indian - we had to force ourselves to venture out of the neighborhood to eat! Deborah was very accommodating, quick to respond to emails and texts and the key exchange on arrival and departure were convenient and hassle-free. I would enthusiastically recommend her place to anyone - if you are fortunate enough to find it available! Thanks for everything Deborah!