Annabelle

Guest: Annabelle (California)
Date of Stay: 11/08/11 Review Submitted: 01/15/12

I have had two occasions to stay in this attractive townhouse. On my second visit I immediately felt at home as I walked through the door. The photographs only give you a glimpse of the lovely furnishings and appointments that make this such a unique home. Sheila and Bill provide lists of local restaurants and attractions as well as maps of the city. The proximity to Central Park, The Natural History Museum and Lincoln Center make the location ideal for all interests. The gracious owners, Sheila and Bill, are very attentive and make themselves available to personally assist in everyway. I would recommend this property to anyone who wants a uniquely elegant yet homey experience in NYC. It is my hope to return soon.

Recommended for:Tourists without a car, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Five star rating!

Guest: Susan (Santa Cruz, CA)
Date of Stay: 10/28/11 Review Submitted: 11/10/11

We just came home from a fantastic trip to NYC. Sheila and Bill's beautiful home was definitely one of the high points. The apartment is even more beautiful than the pictures show. Every room is a decorator's dream and the location could not be better. Columbus is just steps away, lined with great restaurants, wonderful bakeries and trendy boutiques. A short subway ride will get you anywhere in the city. If you are looking for an apartment on the west side you can stop now. You won't find anything more charming or in a better location than this. We have already put in our reservation for next year!

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

A wonderful two weeks in West Side Townhouse

Guest: Della (South Carolina)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/30/11

We stayed in this West Side townhouse for first two weeks of October, 2011. The photographs on the website are accurate. The property is beautifully maintained. The town house is spacious, elegantly furnished and decorated and very comfortable. The owners are hospitable and responded quickly to any questions we had. They met us at the town house and went over rules and expectations, all of which were reasonable, as well as how to operate the coffee maker and washing machines! And they left us with written material which we could refer to later. The written material also included suggestions for local restaurants, grocery, bakeries and wine shops: very helpful. The location was perfect for accessing Central Park, the subway (2 blocks away), buses, and Lincoln Center. We had never stayed on the West Side before but found the neighborhood feel combined with the proximity to the higher density commercial areas a perfect location. We will return to this area and we hope this townhouse.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing.

I don't believe it'd be possible to find a more beautiful or more convenient place to stay in NYC

Guest: Janette (South Carolina)
Date of Stay: 10/01/11 Review Submitted: 10/25/11

I don't believe it would be possible to find a more beautiful or more convenient place to stay in Manhattan. Location is perfect, just half a block from Central Park, 2 blocks from subway stop, walking distance to everything that matters: Lincoln Center, the Met Museum of Art, the best delis and best fresh produce in Manhattan, too many excellent neighborhood bistros to sample them all. The apartment is exquisitely appointed and decorated. The owners are there to greet on arrival and to show the ropes, and are always within cell phone or email reach if you have questions. They are charming and generous. Best of all -- and I speak as someone who has often stayed in Manhattan -- I swear this must be the QUIETEST street in the city, as well as the prettiest and leafiest.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing, people with disabilities.

AUSTRALIANS in New York City

Guest: Aussie Girls (Austrailia)
Date of Stay: 05/17/11 Review Submitted: 06/08/11

. The apartment exceeded our expectations with good sized rooms and beautiful decore. Sheila and Bill are gracious hosts who anticipated our needs, both on arrival and throughout our stay. The location is superb with easy access to local shops and restaurants. We enjoyed shopping at the local supermarkets e.g. Fairway & Zabars and found the food to be of excellent quality with great choice. Taxis were readily available on Central Park West and Columbus with only a short walk to the efficient subway system. Several museums are close by and can be reached by a walk through the park. Strolling home from an evening at the Metropolitan Opera was a pleasure. While conveniently located, entering the ground floor apartment after a tiring day of tourism was like coming home to a quiet suburban neighbourhood; a cosy retreat from the crowds and action of New York. We were fortunate to have spent 11 nights in this apartment and relish the opportunity to again visit New York, and stay in this delightful home.

Recommended for:Families with teenagers, romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Upper West Side story

Guest: Richard & Sally (London, UK)
Date of Stay: 05/05/11 Review Submitted: 05/27/11

We were so looking forward to our stay in this wonderful looking apartment and it was even better than we had hoped. The apartment is very comfortable and impeccably decorated and furnished with great taste. The location was perfect for us - not just the 2 minutes into Central Park but also the number of subway stations close by which took us everywhere and also the proximity to so much more - the museums, the Lincoln Centre (the Upper West Side Apple Store!). Our grateful thanks to Sheila and Bill for making our stay in NYC so enjoyable.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, age 55+, sightseeing.

Fabulous Upper West Side townhouse

Guest: Christy (Colorado)
Date of Stay: 03/10/11 Review Submitted: 03/17/11

From the moment we were greeted by Sheila and Bill (extremely late at night, and in a horrible rain storm), until the time we departed my friends and I were treated to amazing warmth and hospitality from the gracious owners of this wonderful townhouse. Despite the late hour, they spent considerable time familiarizing us with their home, and making sure we were settled in comfortably. The home itself exceeded our expectations, and Bill and Sheila went way above and beyond to ensure our stay would be everything we had hoped. We enjoyed the amazing location - half a block from Central Park, and very close to several wonderful restaurants and stores. Our group was in town to celebrate a milestone birthday, and wanted to spend the weekend "living as New Yorkers." This townhouse could not have been more perfect for that, and Bill and Sheila provided information that helped us enjoy NYC to the fullest. Owners - Excellent; Townhouse - Excellent; Amenities - Excellent; Location - Excellent! I highly recommend this amazing home, and look forward to my own return visits.

Owner response:These guests could not have been more gracious and lovely-- a perfect match for our apartment. We thoroughly enjoyed meetiing them.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

December trip

Guest: mara (Pittsburgh)
Date of Stay: 12/10/10 Review Submitted: 01/27/11

My husband and I had the most wonderful time staying in this beautiful home!!! Everything was gorgeous, clean and so comfortable. The neighborhood was perfect. There was so much to do in walking distance. It was great being so close to Central Park. We felt like New Yorkers for the weekend. We will definately stay there on our next trip!! What a perfect getaway!!!!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, sightseeing.

Comfortable Elegant and Convenient

Guest: C and B (Ontario, Canada)
Date of Stay: 12/30/10 Review Submitted: 01/04/11

I don't know if there is anything new I can add that has not been said so very well in past reviews. My husband and I and another couple spent 4 nights in this lovely home and we were delighted with the thorough and warm welcome from Sheila. The location was wonderfully convenient to the Park and subway. The home was so comfy cosy it was hard to get motivated to leave in the mornings, to see galleries, museums, plays and all the other fascinating points of interest in New York. The personal appointments to the home for our use from the kitchen, bathrooms, living areas and bedrooms were all top drawer!! We felt quite spoiled and were very sad to leave. Cheers! C and B P and C

Owner response:C&B and their friends were absolutely lovely and THE most considerable guests. We'd love to have them back anytime and, would love to be here to hang out with them!

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.

Sensational Home

Guest: Toni (Jupiter, Florida)
Date of Stay: 12/02/10 Review Submitted: 12/09/10

Thanks to our hosts Bill and Shelia for the absolutely perfect accommodations. Their home is immaculate, well appointed and the location is within walking distance to Museums, subways, great restaurants, shops and Central Park. I would recommend this property to friends and relatives without hesitation.

Owner response:Toni, her husband and friends were a delight to meet. It makes us happy to have people come and really enjoy themselves in our apt. and in NYC.

Recommended for:Romantic getaway, tourists without a car, adventure seekers, age 55+, girls getaway, sightseeing.