After 10 months of jumping from one airbnb to another, I decided to splurge and have one last adventure in NYC. I had planned to go to the Hamptons for a week, but the forecast called for RAIN (hello, Hurricane Ida!) so I instead searched for a nicer place near Central Park that had an interior that I wouldn't mind being stuck in while I worked from home and showed my 3 year old the city.
I would consider myself an airbnb pro "picker" at this point and I can say with zero hesitation that Lianet's place was everything I hoped it would be and more! I love the adventure of finding the place, walking in to see if it lives up to the hype, to see the surrounding area, etc. - it's like a treasure hunt! So when we got to Lianet's spot on the Upper West Side, I didn't know what to expect.
The building was a bit older but RIGHT across the st from Central Park, so you can't beat that! I've lived on the Upper East Side last year but wanted to check out the UWS so this seemed ideal. When we got to her door, I turned the key and it was AMAZING! Lianet had the a/c cranked up for us (perfect, as it was a typical hot/muggy day), the rooms were cozy and well-decorated, the setup was perfect for my daughter and I and everything inside was clean, organized, and well-presented. I would assume she even has a child close to my daughter's age, as it was a delight to find a child's step stool near the bath, a mini kitchen in the guest closet, and kids' dishes/cups in the cupboard.
The #1 perk I am hoping to replicate in my own home is their PROJECTOR SCREEN! The living room looks out onto trees of the park, all against an exposed brick wall and with the click of a remote... a HUGE movie screen rolls down and you can stream whatever you'd like! They also have a motorized ergonomic bed that was super cool to try out and remote-controlled blinds as well!
As a host, Lianet was always available (I had a q re: how to open blinds - she quickly directed me to the remote ) and super attentive if needed. She even had an array of coffee sent over so we were all set for the week. I would HIGHLY recommend this place if you're looking for a clean, safe, stylish, and fun spot to stay with your family, significant other, or a group of friends. There are fun places to eat nearby and it's always fun to just explore the park and hit the playgrounds and walking paths over there. 10/10, thanks Lianet!