Staying at O'Dell's place allowed us to experience the rest of what New York has to offier outside of Manhattan. The apartment is very much like the pictures, and there are no surprises when you get there. Close to public transportation, laundry, and the grocery store. O'Dell did a great job of letting us know what to expect before we got there, and was available if we had any questions or concerns. Brochures were available for any attraction you could think of, and delivery menus were very handy. We will definitely look into staying here again for another extended stay in New York.