We loved staying in Rachel's apartment for many reasons! First, it was very clean and comfortable, exactly as pictured and described with all amenities and more. Although we came to see the sights in NYC, and we were out most of the day, it was great for our family to have a comfortable, safe space to relax in the evening, complete with fridge for storing food, plenty of hot water for showers, and extra blankets, if needed. Rachel was a perfect host, was easy to reach with questions, and equipped us with toys and books for our son - and she gave great recommendations to navigate the neighborhood. The location was ideal for us, as we drove in from the George Washington Bridge and arrived just minutes after crossing - no need to navigate any Manhattan traffic! Then, we parked our car in the garage just across the street, where we were able to safely leave it for our stay, because public transportation (subway+bus) was so conveniently located. While most meals were downtown, we relied on a couple of Rachel's recommendations for nearby dining, as well - she was spot-on about Lenox Coffee (amazing croissants and coffee) and Red Rooster Restaurant (great meal+incredible atmosphere). As for noise, there was very little street noise with an occasional siren - not nearly as noisy as staying in a busier area. Because the apartment is at the garden level, we could hear some noise (feet, chairs, voices) directly above us, but it wasn't anything too bad. We felt very welcome and comfortable staying in Rachel's apartment, and we'd definitely recommend it to others! Hoping to return, someday, ourselves!