Back in the New York Groove!!

My husband and I and another couple rented this lovely home when we ran the 2009 NYC marathon. Getting the shuttle to the start line was a piece of cake, just a five block walk to the ferry terminal, where runners, biffy's and many marathon shuttles were waiting. Convenient to many good restaurants (walk a bit more down Bay Street to the blue restaurant) including the tapas Beso and Italian Enoteca. Only downside was the loud street traffic when you're trying to sleep. Not a big deal though, pros far outweigh the cons.

We stayed in the appartment with 3 people for 6 days (august 2009)
It is a very good place to stay if you want to visit New York.
You don't need a car but if you have one parking is free on your doorstep.
The ferry takes you in 25 min to manhattan. just perfect.

The house clean and lovely decorated although its not my style.
Every room has an AC so after a hot day in the city you can enjoy the coolnes en quietnes of the house and staten Island
In the morning and evening is the view magnificent

The police station is 1/2 mile away so you feel safe even at night when you return form the city

The tappas bar 2 blocks away (accros from the ferry) is the best restaurant in the area.
The Owner who lives upstairs gave us good advise about going out in new york and staten Island....

Small stores for daily groceries and a laundry are in 8 min walking distance.

Perfect place for a good price and warm-hearted owner.

We loved the accomodations and location. Far enough away from the city to not feel overwhelmed, but just a short free ferry ride to lower Manhattan.

We had 4 adults, 2 teens and 1 baby and were very comfortable in the house. Robin, the owner, was very accomodating and provided just about everything you'd need to be comfortable. We thoroghly enjoyed our 4 night stay!

We had a fantastic stay in this lovely apartment.

Our party consisted of 4 adults - mum, dad and 2 grown up children. This apartment worked well for us with there being a comfy sofa bed in the lounge (along with 2 bedrooms), internet access for everyone and the kitchen well equipped for us all.

It really was easy going into Manhattan with the free ferry and access from there onto the subway.

We also visited various outlets/shopping at Short Hills (thanks for the tip, Robin) and Woodbury Common (about an hour away). These were great and it was much cheaper shopping there rather than on Manhattan. To do this we hired a car and parked outside the apartment for free.

A few restaurants/shops nearby but we tended to eat while we were out and about rather than nearby.

While we were there it was pretty cold but the heating provided plenty of warmth and was quite instant, with it being steam driven.

Robin is available to help if you need it or leave you alone if you would prefer. We would definately return and we recommend to friends and family.

We are a couple from Australia and we spent a great 5 days exploring New York from this great location just a half hour free ferry ride (across the Bay) from Manhattan. Accommodation is located in a house with lounge overlooking the Hudson bay to NY skyline and a short 10 minute walk to the ferry. We used the ferry and then the subway each morning and returned late at night to our cozy, clean, well furnished, self contained, two bedroom flat in a safe area. Our host Robin was a helpful source of information and provided us with some good tips on things to do, see and the most efficient way to move around this great city and maximize our time there. There are some shops located on way from the ferry to stock up on groceries or to grab a quick snack (open from early in the morning to late at night). There is street front parking available. If no car we would recommend booking a taxi service which services the Staten Island area as most yellow cabs and normal transfers are for hotels and accommodation in Manhattan.

My husband ran the new york marathon...this lovely home was the home base for he, myself and our teenage daughter. Robin, the owner, was extremely helpful...the place has many wonderful extras you would never get in a hotel...she even delivered items we left behind(thanks again, Robin)

Short walk to ferry...free 20 minute ride...amazing night photos of NYC skyline and the Statue of Liberty.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay...and plan to stay again in the future...and have recommended it to many friends.

The description of the property was accurate. Truly, we thought it was better than the description. We had a wonderful stay! Frank is originally from Brooklyn and occasionally likes to escape sunny Florida and go back to touch home-base. We wanted to book what he calls "a hub and spoke" trip and of course, he wanted a bargain rate...this couldn't have been better. We flew into NY, rented a car and drove to our home (the Hub) for 2 weeks. Harbor House was an immaculate, warm, safe and inviting house. Everything we needed to make ourselves at home was provided. Parking was free - and right in front of the house. The owner, Robin, was friendly and helpful, and clearly cared about everything being "just so" for her guests. We unpacked once and then began venturing out to new places each day. Most days, we left the car and went into Manhatten on the Ferry (a short walk to the Ferry and a delightful, free 20 minute trip into the city) for dining, Broadway plays, concerts, museums, walking different areas of the city. Other days we took the car and went Frank's to old haunts in Brooklyn, visiting family and friends in the area and shopping in NJ, one day we took a trip up to the catskills and enjoyed the beauty of fall color, another day we went to Atlantic City. There were even terrific restaurants and golf, etc. on Staten Island (who knew!). We will definitely do this trip again and highly reccommend it. If you know the area around the city, a car is nice to have for jaunts into the countryside...if you don't know the area, stick with reliable, bargain public transportation in the city. Great trip.

Just got back from a fantastic stay here. Great location, great property, all as advertised. The owner Robin was available and helpful when required. We are a family of five that drove down from Toronto Canada and things couldn't have worked out better. We are all ready planning on returning.