Michael is a great host. The building is low-key and well kept. It is on a residential street that faces a narrow park with mature sycamore trees--so very quiet and beautiful. The neighborhood also has a lot to offer in terms of restaurants and shopping and Michael can make suggestions.
The apartments are small but complete and well maintained. There were two large windows with blinds that faced a quiet back garden. Bathrooms are spacious with solid fittings. Michael has a sign-up if you find a bug so that the exterminator can spray your apartment--a terrific idea which we never needed because we never saw a bug. Utilities and high-speed wireless access are included, which makes things easy and also makes the overall stay economical for New York.
Michael is knowledgeable and fun to chat with--he has years of experience with NYC life. He adapted easily to our early arrival and was flexible with checking-out.