So where to start. The host was a wonderfully generous host who when I was late checking in coz of flight problems said no worries and waited up. That essentially characterised my stay throughout. I had no worries at all. I loved the fact that when I mentioned I liked tea as someone from the UK, Mariangelica went and bought a tea kettle and pot even without me asking. It is those simple things that really matter when one is abroad. Really appreciated the texts every so often asking how am doing. Again, it is these simple things that matter. And of course generously allowing me to check out a couple of hours later since my flight was at 6.30pm.
The place was exactly as described, clean, well furnished and stocked and best of all very near public transportation with a hidden gem of a quiet garden in the bronx. I would definitely stay there again. No doubt.