I never been more motivated to return to an AIRBNB before, which is the ultimate remark. Natalie is an absolute gem of a host. Her space is the quintessential NYC apartment and has everything you need to enjoy the trip. She was eager to give her restaurant and scene suggestions for us as firstimers. You really don't need to go further than a block to get to great coffee (787 is just across the street), food, shops, CVS is next door and the subway is just below you. Uptown (museums, theatres, times square, central park, MSG, 5th ave) and downtown (wallstreet, 9/11) are simple and quick to get to if you want to do the tourist thing or just stay in West Village and Chelsea to shop, drink, eat and take in. It's all good at Natalie's.