We had an absolutely wonderful time staying here. This is a self contained apartment that is bigger than you’d think and completely separate from the main house (which itself is stunning), which therefore makes it extremely quiet and peaceful. It was exceptionally clean and well furnished, with everything you would need for a long stay. It also had a much more welcoming feel than a hotel.
The sofa bed was very comfortable to sleep in and the shower was warm and powerful. Thoughtful touches were dotted everywhere in the apartment, including the Apple charger - which saved our bacon as we forgot to bring a US travel adapter! - the snacks and breakfast bits, the umbrella (again very useful as we got caught in a rain storm), the big bottles of shampoo/conditioner and bars of soap, the water bottles in the fridge and the washer/dryer, which even came stocked with washing tabs. In fact there wasn’t anything at all lacking in the apartment.
We didn’t cook at all during our stay, but if you need to there is a large microwave, a very large oven and all the utensils and cutlery you could possibly need. Parking is also no problem - we didn’t have a car but there was ample room on the street outside. Instead we chose to get the bus everyday to the ferry terminal. The service is good and reliable, with the walk to the no.48 bus taking approx. 10-12 mins to the stop from the house. The bus ride takes approx. 25 mins and is timed to meet the half-hourly ferry departures.
We could have quite happily stayed for a whole year, let alone a few days - it’s that comfortable and relaxing.
Annette and Ed are extremely thoughtful and friendly hosts. They even included a birthday and anniversary card when we arrived as I’d mentioned it as part of our trip. It was a lovely touch.
If we’re ever back in Staten Island we wouldn’t hesitate to stay here again!