Karene was great. Easy to contact, gave me the full lowdown on the local area and even, very sweetly, left a lovely bottle of wine as welcome. The apartment was amazing. In the heart of Greenwich Village, just off Bleeker Street - at the end where all the boutiques are - and just round the corner from the incredible cupcakes of Magnolia Bakery. The apt. was cool and airy even though the weather was scorching in New York and really quiet despite being in the heart of the village. Can't recommend it, and Karene, highly enough!