Location: Harlem (Central), Manhattan, New York City, New York, USA (Upper Manhattan-20 minutes from LaGuardia airport)
Accommodations: Apartment, 2 Bedrooms + Convertible bed(s), 1 Bath (Sleeps 4-6)
Keywords: Apartment, brownstone, townhouse, harlem, quiet
This is an ideal home base for a Manhattan vacation, especially for families. The apartment is located in Harlem on 129th Street, between 5th and Madison. We are equi-distant from two major subway lines, each less than a 10 minute walk away.
The owners live in the upper floors of the brownstone. Harlem is known for it's historic brownstones. This is a tree-lined block with a community garden and 2 playgrounds nearby. The apartment has been recently renovated and has a private entrance on the ground level. It's less than than a 10 minute walk to two major subway lines that take you to virtually all the major site-seeing venues in Manhattan. There is also a busline a block away that takes you directly to Central Park, and Museum Mile.
The full kitchen and dining room means you can save money and have some relaxing meals at home during your vacation. A washer and dryer, iron and hair dryer in the apartment means you can pack light, and is especially beneficial if you have young children. There are grocery stores and shopping nearby. Everything you need for an affordable, exciting, yet relaxing New York vacation.
Vacation Rental Features
- Amenities
- Air Conditioning : Large air conditioning unit in living room; ceiling fans in bedrooms
- Linens Provided : All towels, sheets, and paper products provided
- Washer : Inside apartment, free detergent included
- Dryer : Inside apartment, free
- Covered Parking : There is a parking garage 1 block away. 24 hour rate is approximately $20. There is also free parking available on the street
- Beds
- Queen Bed
- Double Bed
- Convertible Bed : Sofa-bed in living room in addition to standard couch
- Crib : A portable crib (Pack and Play) is available
- Entertainment
- Cable/Satellite TV : DirecTV Satellite Service
- DVD
- Kitchen
- Full Kitchen : Refrigerator, stove, microwave, dishwasher, coffeemaker, grinder, blender, toaster, spices
- Cooking Utensils Provided
- Refrigerator : Full size
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Communications
- Telephone : Local service
- WiFi (Wireless Internet)
- Other Amenities
- Hair dryer, iron and ironing board, childrens toys and books, booster chair, portable crib, adult paperback books
- Suitability
- No Pets Allowed : Please ask.
- Kid Friendly : Playgrounds and swimming nearby.
- Minimum Age Limit for Renters : At least one renter should be 21 years of age
- Smoking Not Allowed
- Activities
- Zoo/Wildlife Park
- Restaurants
- Shopping
- Swimming
- Biking
- Live Theatre
- Fitness Center/Gym
- Cinemas/Movie Theaters
- Museums
- Other Activities
- It's New York City--you can do anything and everything! Times Square is just a 20 minute subway ride. The historic Apollo theater is just blocks away. Close to subway and bus transportation, car not needed. Restaurants and coffee shops nearby.
Rate Details (In US Dollars)
$1365/week; $1150 in Jan/Feb; $1250 for March;
$165-220/night, 2 night minimum
$300 deposit required via PayPal to secure reservation.
PayPal allows you to use a credit card, debit card or check
Balance due 1 week prior to arrival via PayPal, or via cash on arrival
$20 additional per night for parties of 6 or more
$100 damage deposit due in cash upon check-in and returned upon check-out
provided no damage has occurred.
Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.
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Owner's Profile
Owner Description
Year Purchased: 2001
Originally from Wisconsin, I was living in Minneapolis, Minnesota when I met my husband. He had been living in New York for many years and was renovating a brownstown in Harlem. We moved in after our wedding in 2003. We have enjoyed our 6 years in Harlem. Formerly a computer software consultant, I now stay home with our two children and manage our rental.
Why the Owner Chose Harlem (Central)
My husband bought this brownstone when it was just a shell with a burned-out interior. It had been empty for 15 years. He had it totally renovated and we moved in after our wedding in 2003. We live in the top 3 floors and orginally leased the bottom floor to long-term tenants. In 2006, we decided we would rather take on short-term renters and furnished it, with the hope of hosting vacationers. We stay in houses and villas instead of hotels when we travel the world, so it is fun for us to put up travelers on our end as well.
The Unique Benefits of this Apartment
We have enjoyed Harlem for it's unique mix of architecture, it's community feel and friendly neighbors and it's view of the sky (we are not surrounded by towering skyscrapers, most buidings are 6 stories or less). We are also in a very convenient location to get around Manhattan--equi-distant from the 2/3 subway and the 4/5/6 subway lines.
Property Photos
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- Brownstone location on 129th Street - Manhattan Apartment
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- View of Dining Area and Kitchen - Manhattan Apartment
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- Living Room, front windows - Manhattan Apartment
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- Bedroom with Queen Bed
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- Bedroom with full size bed
Traveler Reviews (21)
Guestbook Comment
Guest: Anonymous
Date of Stay: 09/01/07
Review Submitted: 09/06/07
Great short stay apartment. Ideally located close to midtown Manhattan. Subway 5 minutes walk. Spacious apartment and very clean. Great for 4-5 people. Thank you Jean. All the best, Conor.
Recommended for:
Super Appartement, nur zu empfehlen...
Guest: Saisnou
(Paris)
Date of Stay: 04/01/11
Review Submitted: 04/18/11
Wir haben eine Woche zu fünft in der Wohnung verbracht und eine super Zeit verbracht. Die Wohnung ist super ausgestattet, alles was man braucht und zu Metro sinds nur fünf Minuten. Die Gegend ist völlig korrekt, man muss sich da wirklich keine Sorgen machen in Harlem zu sein. In 20 min ist man mitten in Manhatten. Was will man mehr und das zu dem Preis. Wir können sie auf jeden Fall nur weiter empfehlen.
Recommended for:Sightseeing, tourists without a car.
Girls Trip!
Guest: I 'heart' NY
(The South)
Date of Stay: 06/16/10
Review Submitted: 01/29/11
After having a bad experience with a scam artist on another property, we were a little leary on looking for another place. So when we found this one and told Jean about our story, she was very understanding and worked with us to make us feel comfortable and trust that this was a legit deal. The place was great! Close to the train, comfortable enough for the six of us (of coz girls could always use another bathroom but it still worked out!). I would highly recommend Jean's property to anyone, she's very nice and takes care of her guests. Would definitely rent it again for the next girls trip to NY. Thanks for everything Jean!!
Recommended for:Adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children, romantic getaway.
Great value and nice safe apartment
Guest: Eva-Karin
(Sweden)
Date of Stay: 10/19/10
Review Submitted: 11/11/10
The apartment was exactly as described and shown in the photos. It was clean, quiet and well equipped. We were a family of 5, with three young adults, and we wouldn´t have been able to invite them to this trip to NY if we haven´t found this apartment. We felt safe even in late late night when we walked from the subway to the apartment. When shopping in midtown or south manhattan we felt it was a somewhat long subway ride to Harlem, just to let go of the goods. But we learned to plan our shoppingtrips! Thanks Jean!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+.
Excellent choice
Guest: Whaouah
(France)
Date of Stay: 03/31/10
Review Submitted: 04/14/10
We spend 10 days in april and had a very nice time there. The equipment is very good, everything is available and clean and the aera is calm. If you have a car, you will always find a parking but it's really not necessary as subway is some walking minutes away (but sufficient enough to avoid noise). If you need any information Jean and her family is just upstairs and is very helpful want ever you can ask for. We were 4 with our 2 children of the age of 17 and 15 Dominique from France
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, age 55+, families with young children.
Hidden Gem
Guest: NanMol
(Gresham, Oregon)
Date of Stay: 03/20/10
Review Submitted: 03/28/10
If you like getting out of the touristy parts of NYC and still have great access and food options, this is the place for you. We found the apartment very comfortable and affordable, with everything we needed for our stay. And it's just a few minutes' subway ride from every Manhattan attraction imaginable. A lot of people think Harlem isn't very safe, but we felt as comfortable here as anywhere in any city we've visited, and the locals were incredibly friendly and helpful. The owners have provided extensive information on sightseeing and getting around town, so it made our New York stay very easy. We found three restaurants (French, Italian, and soul food) within 3-4 blocks that were all excellent and not terribly expensive. This location is a great option for families and people making an extended stay. We'll be back!
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, families with young children.
Harlem Apartment with charm
Guest: Wolfensberg
(Winterthur, Switzerland)
Date of Stay: 07/20/09
Review Submitted: 08/20/09
With our family (two adults, two children) we spent a great time in Harlem. The apartment is very clean, well equiped and quiet. We felt welcome and save. We would recomend this apartment to everyone for a nice stay in Manhatten.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, sightseeing, girls getaway, families with young children.
perfect
Guest: olidom
(paris, france)
Date of Stay: 04/11/09
Review Submitted: 06/14/09
we stayed one week in april. very clean, very quiet...proche par la ligne rapide de manhattan "touriste"..mais harlem est vraiment un quartier sympa. appart tres confortable et tres complet au niveau equipement.. merci dominique, olivier et famille (FRANCE)
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, tourists without a car, families with young children.
Birthday & Mother's Day Weekend in NYC
Guest: Grateful Mom
(Easton, PA)
Date of Stay: 05/08/09
Review Submitted: 05/13/09
The apartment was more than we expected and more than suited our needs. We had a wonderful experience and enjoyed exploring a different part of New York City. Location was great and close to subway/bus routes. I would highly recommend this apartment. Although we didn't get to spend much time in the apartment, it was great to return to a place that felt more like home than a hotel room at the end of a busy day. Thanks J. for allowing us to rent your apartment. We'd love to come back again.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway.
Harlem Apartment
Guest: ntsta
(Stockport, UK)
Date of Stay: 03/26/09
Review Submitted: 04/06/09
Our family loved our stay at this apartment! We have 3 children aged 17, 15 and 11, and the apartment was spacious enough for all of us. It was very clean and well equiped just as described in the ad. I would recommend this apartment to family and friends.
Recommended for:Families with teenagers, adventure seekers, sightseeing, tourists without a car, girls getaway, families with young children.
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