Svetlana is a wonderful host, very gracious and accommodating. My husband and I stayed for a weekend, and we were both very impressed and grateful for the special touches she included, which went above and beyond what we expected (she even had water bottles ready for us in the refrigerator!). The location cannot be more ideal - the island is easily accessible from the rest of the city, but provides a refreshing retreat from the busyness of Manhattan. And Svetlana had a lot of traveling tips and sightseeing recommendations for us. If we ever return to NYC, we hope to stay with her again!