This place is surely one of the best value offerings in Manhattan. How many self-contained places with a private garden (!), close to 6 subway lines (2, 3, A, C, B, D), with two wonderful hosts always in contact, could you hope to afford in New York?
Of course, be mindful that this is the ground floor of a brownstone, so it's an older building than a typical New York apartment. You'll hear footsteps on the floor above and older fittings that will no doubt be gradually upgraded over time, but you'll immerse yourself in the real history and lifestyle of Harlem, an experience that we'll always remember.
The leafy street is a quiet strip of Harlem with many residents who own and invest in where they live. Take a 10 minute walk to 125th Street and you'll find upmarket grocery shopping, retail outlets, the Apollo Theatre, and an express subway station that will take you to 59th Street in one stop.
A terrific stay for the two of us and our two young children. 5 stars.