Reviews of Property: Center City Manhattan... Walk to Attractions & Empire State Building

had a truely excellent week 1st week in December 2008 staying in this apartment,accommodation was great & its situation for seeing the sights, couldn't be beaten. Marea made us feel extremely welcome, her "inside" knowledge of the immediate area amd more, was so beneficial. We have recommded this accommodation to friends who are staying there in January 2009, and we ourselves very much hope to revisit in the near future. You will not be disapponited should you reserve the apartment or annex, at 118 30th East Street for your vacation in New York City.

Just back from a very memorable stay at Mareas townhouse in manhattan, the apartment and the suite suited our family so well, my son and two daughters all stayed in the duplex whilst myself and my husband stayed in the apartment, we all got together in the mornings in the lovely large living room to plan our day ahead and at the end of the day after all our sightseeing spent in end of the evening in front of the fire watching the tv, it suited us fine. Location was ideal subway within a mintues walk and 5th Ave just a moment away, had breakfast at penelopes on the corner, it was lovely, bluesmoke for bbq also very good all recommended by Marea. Thankyou so much for letting us stay in your lovely apartment and when we come back to New York we are sure to stay again. Only downside was only one shower but we managed and it didnt hold us up too much even with two grown up daughters, thanks again The Hynes family from England

Our family of 4 just spent 9 nights in this apartment. The owner is wonderful and helpful in getting your oriented. The apartment is large for NY and the garden is a gem. So much better than a hotel. Quiet, centrally located for walking or public transit. Lot's to do in the neighborhood. But it is the apartment that is so special. Clean, well taken care of, everything you need and everything is in working order. Highly recommend staying at Marea's place.

My wife and 3 kids stayed here last week and had a great time. We stayed in the apartment, my dad and wife's brother and girlfriend stayed in the 2 room duplex. There was plenty of room for everyone and the living accomadations were fantastic. The outdoor patio was landscaped nicely and great to have. I grew up in NY and this was the first time for my family to visit the "Big Apple" and we all had a trip of a lifetime. The place is located in a very nice and safe part of Manhattan that is tree lined and quiet. There were restuarants, stores, and transportation all nearby. Marea was a wonderful and delightful host. She has provided a lot of useful information for her guests who have never been to Manhattan and for those who have. Based on the fun we had we plan on coming back next year and will most definetly be back at this great place. Once again I'd like to thank Marea for making our NY stay very fun and memorable. Mike, Jen, Jake, Alee, and Tess

We had about 8 family members stay with Marea in May 2008. We really enjoyed staying in this beautiful home. The location was convenient, excellent, and the home was really cozy. It gave us a really great experience of living like a real New Yorker. Our family had a great time and highly recommend Marea's home.

We celebrated my wife's 40th birthday with her mother and her sister's family -- 9 people for a week in the Big Apple. If you've got a large group, there is no better deal in NYC than Marea's apartment, so book it early. You truly "live like a New Yorker," with the subway, funky shops and restaurants, and a zombie hobo all right around the corner. WE LOVED IT! Our girls, 10 and 12, were particularly impressed. It's great to have your own apartment to crash at rather than a stuffy and expensive hotel. And Marea is a great hostess -- helpful but unobtrusive. We'll be back!

Great place to stay! We all enjoyed our fun filled week in NY. The apartment was exactly what was expected...near subway, near the Empire State Building and Macy's. It was clean and welcoming. Marea is wonderful and has all kinds of information for you in the apartment. I would recommend staying here for anyone! We had 8 people staying and although there was only one shower we managed well.

Thankyou for a wonderful stay in Manhatten.The appartent was ideal and suited us all as a large family, especially with the annexe as well.The children found the whole experience amazing, and we packed so much into the week!
The appartment was so close to all the sightseeing spots, and the subway just around the corner.
We all had a truly wonderful time, and thanks to Marea for making our stay so comfortable and welcoming.
We shall certainly be visiting again.