Rachel's place is effortlessly beautiful, full of light, and equipped with both practical and thoughtful touches. Hold on to your hats and glasses because this review is going to be a gusher...
We arrived and went to the next door building which has a similar address not our AirBnB (oops) but Rachel was home and responded immediately to my message that we were struggling to get in. She graciously guided us to the right spot and stayed to make sure we got in and everything was OK with no concerns.
We immediately started gushing over the kitchen. So CLEAN and if you like to cook... a chef's dream! My partner is a former chef and he was quick to spot the high quality of the utensils and cookware. Kurig stocked with so many coffee options, cute red tea kettle lots of different teas, cupboard full of spices and fridge full of condiments. Again ANYTHING to make a fantastic meal or just feel like you are at home in your own kitchen.
The patio was a delight as well. I enjoyed my coffee on the comfy outdoor furniture taking in the flowers creeping over from the neighbor's fence.
On the 2nd floor, the bedrooms were bright and well decorated with art and vases making the place have an air of hominess with a chic and modern style. I especially appreciated the lamps all individual and special but fitting within the same theme. You can tell Rachel put a lot of thought and effort into the decor without making it look too hipster or kitchy... just clean and welcoming.
Lastly the bathroom was (again) super clean which if you have ever lived or visited NY you know is an amazing accomplishment. There was a hair dryer and even bath salts both scented and unscented... my only regret is not making the time to enjoy a bath.
Rachel was so kind, she had so many wonderful suggestions for bars, places to eat and venues... all around our favorite hostess, our favorite AirBnB and our favorite neighborhood in NY.