We've really enjoyed spending time in New York City at Shell's place. The location is perfect; in walking distance to Empire State Building, Grand Central Station, Times Square, etc. Shell is a really great host, kind, caring and accommodating. The building is old, stairwells not the greatest, but please do not get discouraged, the apartment is spotless clean. Fresh new linen, nice clean towels, shower gel, shampoo..., everything that you need and even more is provided to make your stay even more pleasant. Although we did not have the chance to meet her, Shell was very responsive and helped us throughout our stay there. We've briefly met Julie, Shell's room mate and she is very nice, but mostly nobody else is at home. We had a shelf in the fridge just for us and we were also provided with coffee in the morning. We will definitely go back.