Derek's apartment was the perfect place for us (myself and my 13-year-old son) to stay for the month of January. After the traumatic experience of a fire in our apartment building, we needed somewhere clean, comfortable, and reassuring. This apartment checked all the boxes! It was spotlessly clean, with two cozy and quiet bedrooms where we could get good rest. The apartment is decorated in a cheerful way with comfort and fun in mind. From sinking into the couch to watch TV to swinging in the hanging chair to peacefully working in the home office area or cooking in the fully outfitted kitchen, we were able to do all of the the things we would normally do at home. Ample storage for our things and a huge washer/dryer were great conveniences, and the location a couple of blocks from the #2 and #5 trains enabled us to commute when needed. My son loved having Alexa in every room!
All of this was taken to the next level by Derek's terrific hospitality. Beginning with his warm welcome and flexibility with our fluctuating arrival time, he went to great efforts to make sure we were comfortable and enjoying ourselves, and that we had the household items we needed. He was super-responsive by phone or text whenever we had the smallest question, and he always invited our feedback to insure that his place would provide guests with the very best experience. We feel so lucky to have found this great space for the month. Thanks, Derek, for everything!