Maria's place is the perfect location in LES and they have an adorable pup, Claire who loves attention. Maria was sweet and easy to talk to. I worked and stayed at her place for two weeks. The kitchen has everything you need if you want to cook but you're also in close proximity to so many great restaurants and bars. I also found an amazing yoga studio just a couple of blocks away (Sky Ting). Highly recommend and would definitely stay again in I am ever in NYC again.