Raymond and his wife were super welcoming. They brought down extra blankets and comforters for me my first night there, and Raymond was really easy to access by phone and very helpful when I had slight problems with the locks on the door. The apartment was very spacious and comfortable. The back courtyard area is an extra bonus. The surrounding area was full of beautiful historic brownstones, and it was easy to get to places to eat and drink in Harlem, Central Park, and subway stops to the rest of the city. Overall the neighborhood was very quiet, which is always a concern in NYC. Overall, it was a lovely experience and I would definitely come back to stay!