This is both my boyfriend's and I first Airbnb experience and let me tell you it was more than fantastic! If you're looking for a place to stay in New York then Ben's place is definitely the place.
I loved my stay here. Everything was just perfect. Ben was a great host. He's very easy to communicate with and friendly! He had everything ready for you. From information on how to check in, how to use everything in the house, transportation information and even recommendations of where to go.
Ben's place is so cozy, warm, spacious, and clean. All the essentials were there. From a blow dryer to an iron. Wish we stayed longer so we could have utilized the kitchen.
I would recommend just using the subway in New York. There's so much traffic when you're driving with a car. The sub was easy to get to and use from Ben's place. It's just a few blocks down. There's also great deli's and bars nearby. To get to Manhattan was just about 20-25 min from the C train. Super fast, and easy! Keep in mind we're from Hawaii where we don't have any metres or trains yet.
We are definitely going to be staying here when we come back to New York City and I will be recommending this place to all my friends and family. Staying at Ben's place made our stay in New York more enjoyable. Thanks so much for your hospitality again Ben! Come and say Hi to us if you ever come to Hawaii! (: