We enjoyed our stay. We never actually met our host because of our busy schedule and hers, but we communicated many times by mail and she was welcoming, informative, always prompt in response, helpful in travel arrangements, easy entry to the house when we arrived early, and several small house problems that needed solving. The apartment itself is roomy, attractive and clean, as pictured in the photos. We thought the beds were excellent and would have appreciated a slightly larger and sturdier dining table as we had all breakfasts and several dinners in. We had good times chatting on the comfortable sofas. And though it was cold in NY during our visit, the apartment was always comfortably warm. The neighborhood was safe, people were friendly, and good food was easily available in nearby stores and restaurants.