My husband and I have stayed with Martha and Pat about six times in the last year or so (visiting Staten Island for family visits/holidays). From our first visit to this most recent, we have always been welcomed warmly and generously. Martha and Pat keep a spotless, lovely home and garden. One of the great pleasures of the home is their beautiful backyard garden that you can see from the breakfast area, and even sit outside on nice days. You feel like you are in the country, far from the city, with the birds and greenery and peace. Inside the home is always peaceful, comfortable and welcoming. Pat and Martha go out of their way to prepare delicious breakfasts (from going to get bagels, to home made freshly cut fruit, breads, oatmeal), among other choices. They are responsive and generous hosts and caring people. They both lead busy lives but find the time to communicate with and get to know their guests. The bedrooms are lovely and comfortable, appointed with just about every convenience/treat you can imagine; and it's QUIET in the house, which is so welcome to those of us living near highways or in busy cities. The house is in a lovely residential neighborhood that's easy to walk around, and easy to get to shops, etc. The house alone is terrific, but it's really the hosts that make the stay so special. We LOVE to visit/stay with Martha and Pat! (and they are super interesting people, as well!)