Fantastic, whimsical, bohemian delight. This home isn’t large by NYC standards, it’s large by ANY standards. It sleeps a crowd, with an enormous master suite, two private bedrooms and a basement that features four beds separated by curtains. The great room is just that, with an incredible collection of instruments (including a grand piano). We thoroughly enjoyed cooking in the commercial-worthy kitchen (complete with flattop, grill and hood) and having family dinners at the huge table. We enjoyed coffee and cocktails in the zen garden—an incredible feature in this city. And speaking of this city (and it’s noise), this home was relatively quiet, with little noticeable street noise.
Rasmus’ art collection is extensive and fascinating; new curiosities were found at every turn and we were still finding “new” interests a week into the stay.
The neighborhood was fantastic. We quickly found some amazing spots to wine and dine within a couple of blocks. The ramen/oyster/craft cocktail restaurant (within 50 paces of your front door) “Rokc” was our favorite, but it’s tiny and busy, so expect a wait. The Anchor Wine Bar was another one of our faves—thoughtful Italian fare, a cool vibe and incredibly friendly service. For your shopping needs, Fairway Market (6/10 of a mile) absolutely can’t be beat. I’ve never seen anything like the cold room they have there—it’s a walk-in on steroids! For house-made and locally sourced foods, this place was a dream. We walked there and back, carrying two bags of groceries each.
The subway is super convenient—both the 1 train and A/B trains have nearby stops. We took an uber one night to Times Square for a show and it cost less than $15.
Last but not least, we felt incredibly cared for by Rasmus and his team. Rasmus and Michelle were both quick to respond and Seda, the housekeeper, was sweet and took very good care of us.
Staying in this home is an incredible adventure within one of the world’s greatest cities!