The flat is very large and it is nice to have a garden. I stayed here for three weeks. It is true that the subway runs beneath the flat, but it didn't bother us at all, especially when you know that everywhere in Manhattan all buildings are shaking because of the Metro. The next subway station is very near by and you are quickly in the center, Times Square, and everywhere in Manhattan. There are two lines running. It was my first time in Harlem and during the first week I didn't know much about the area. I was careful when I went out. But after a while I started liking it very much, because people are very friendly and I felt safe. The flat has got 3 entrance doors. This part of Lenox Ave is near Central Park, which is nice. A supermarket that provides everything is near by and many many shops are in 125th street. In the beginning I had some tiny problems which were solvedby Titi. Two days before I left, the TV receiver didn't work any longer, but it was changed by Titi the next day.
There are a washing machine and a dryer in the basement, that belongs to your flat, where you have to put some coins in. Maybe this could be free if charge. The bedroom is huge and the matrasses are perfect. I slept very well. Besides the flat is rather quiet for Manhattan. Not to much noise from the street, but if there are people in the flat above yours, you will hear them walking .
When it is very cold outside it is a little bit difficult to keep the flat warm, but you can solve the problem by closing the bedroom door and opening the door to the basement so that the heat from the basement can come in. Then it is fine.
There are enough towels and bedsheets etc provided. Two sofas can be changed into beds if needed.
The knives in the flat could be replaced, they are not really sharp!!!!The pan should be replaced :-)
Communication with Tammy was easy and correct at any time. the flat is as it is described. In the beginning of my stay communication with Titi was a little bit slow, so ask her to be online and to read her WhatsApp. Then it will be fine.
I had to stay a day longer because of a blizzard and Flight cancellation and it was no problem to stay in the flat.
If you want to experience NY... walk!!!! When you have got time, go to the church next the house on Sunday at 11 am. It it great to join a service. The minister has got a golden voice, they sing gospels and are very friendly.
I had a great time here, felt safe, would definetily come back.
