Susan's place was a real gem. She has truly thought of everything. As a frequent Airbnb user here are my thoughts, bear in mind that my wife and I are youthful folks in our mid-50's so if you are in your 20's or 70's your experience would be different.
PRO's
- best communication with any host so far. Susan was always prompt to reply, gracious, accommodating, and filled with information. Doesn't get better than this.
- location is great. Walking distance to many wonderful restaurants, shops, pizza joints, and the subway. Lyft and Uber are very active in the area as well. Really cool neighborhood.
- pictures are accurate. Well appointed kitchen, lovely art pieces, great shower, fun deck, coffee, tea, and espresso maker, just a very well thought out setup. Lockbox entry is also very appreciated.
Bottom line is you really feel a part of the neighborhood and no detail is missing.
Cons:
- It is a 2nd floor unit without an elevator. What you'd expect for a repurposed building but depending on your physical condition you walk up the front steps of the stoop then up a long flight of wooden stairs. We found it quite doable but not necessarily pleasant. In my 20's I wouldn't have even noticed. Ah, age.
- we found both the bed and sleep sofa to have very hard and uncomfortable mattresses. If you like super firm it would be great for you. And again, in my 20's I wouldn't have noticed. A simple memory foam mattress or topper would have gone a long way for us but everyone is different. I sure miss my twenties.
That being said we'd stay again in a heartbeat. Unique neighborhood, colorful and cool decor, caring and thoughtful hosts with fantastic communication skills, and you really feel like a local. Thanks Susan for great stay and for going out of your way to accommodate our needs. We'll be back.