As former Upper West Side residents, my husband and I were excited to stay at Valeria's place (welcomed by her brother Andrew) for around 2.5 weeks. As we are not average tourists, we were looking for a location in the UWS that could serve as a temporary 'home' of sorts during a mixed work/personal trip to the city. Andrew's place - and Andrew as a host - was a perfect fit. The apartment is exactly as pictured - a delightful, modern and very clean and cozy home. The kitchen is amazing, the bathroom is very modern, stylish and clean, and the living and bedroom spaces were wonderful. He went out of his way to clear some space in closets, which was very useful as I was there partially for work. The neighborhood is fantastic - close to subway and bus routes and all the amenities, but quiet and residential as well. Andrew's hospitality was beyond expectation, as was his responsiveness to queries and general check ins. It was a truly wonderful experience and recommended for a quiet adult single or couple looking for a special experience.