Benjamin N. Cardozo High School, University at Buffalo, The State University of New York, University of Chicago
Fordham University
Hi. We are John and Lucy.
We operate manhattanbnb.com, so check us out!
We are the awesomest hosts on Airbnb! :-)
Well, we hope you'll think so!!! We're here to welcome guests and tourists from out of town and show them how wonderful a city that NYC is to visit! Feel free to ask us anything about your visit, even if you're not planning on staying in our apartments.
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We have several other properties. You can visit them at each of these links:
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1 bed:
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/50345
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/50576
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/63125
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/56729
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/262349
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2 beds:
http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/49061
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/51548
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/56735
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/262356
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3 beds:
http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/52513
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/56733
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/59784
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shared spaces:
http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/221192
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http://www.airbnb.com/rooms/219441
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Meanwhile, we hope you have no issues with your flight/drive here... Let us know and we'll give you some great hints for getting around and traveling to NYC!
See ya around!
John and Lucy
Great location and very helpful host. Will come back again!
February 2012The place is really good, well decorated. It's a good place to stay in Manhattan. The neighborhood is safe, located next from Chinatown. Mike is a great host. L'appartement est tres sympathique, entierement renove et propre. Il est tres bien situe, juste a cote d'une station de metro et de chinatown. Un des meilleurs endroits pour rester a New York pour pas cher.
This is the second time I have stayed at one of Lucy and Johns apartments in NYC. And once again, I was very impressed by their accommodation, professionalism and the care they put into being a host-i received multiple phone calls and text messages during my stay from John asking how my stay was going. The apartment was spotless when I arrived and was exactly how I imagined it-perfect size and great location! Surrounded by great cafes, coffee shops, restaurants and shops-all within walking... More »
This apt was perfect! Amazing location convenient to so many great restaurants and lounges. The apt was as photographed and super clean. There were 5 of us and we all were very comfortable here. Check in was super easy. The host was very flexible and allowed me to check in early and check out late without any additional fees. Will definitely rent a John N Lucy apartment on my next visit to NYC. Thanks so much for supplying the backdrop for an awesome birthday weekend!
My boyfriend and I stayed at this apartment in mid January 2012. The hosts were organized and welcoming and the apartment clean. Mike made us feel that he would be there for us if ever we had an issue. We were provided with all the necessities we could ask for. It was great not having to lug my hairdryer with me and having a coffee maker at our disposal. We thought the bed was very comfortable, the towels were fluffy and on chilly nights we appreciated the extra heater that was provided.... More »
We had a great trip to NYC! The location was amazing , lots of restaurants and amenities juststeps from the front door. The apartment was a warm, and surprisingly quite respite to come home to. The check in process went seamlessly.
The apartment was great and the hosts were easy to communicate with and were very accommodating to a late check out time. Location was great. There were some small issues I would have liked to know about in advance - like no bars on the windows and the exposed heating pipe. Wouldn't be good for very small children. But other than that the stay was comfortable and lovely and well worth the reasonable price!
The ultimate Scorsese experience! I have no words to describe my staying in John N Lucy's 2 Cozy ELS apartment! It was the most unexpected holidays ever! To be honest the very first day I felt a little weird because of the spooky mood of the neighbourhood. That feeling last for only a couple of hours! The neighbourhood is MORE THAN SAFE. FYI, all the doors in the area are... UNLOCKED! As for the apartment itself, I think that it has the greatest NY style you could ever find in town.... More »
I had a great time at John N Lucy place! The apartment is small but very comfortable, located in the heart of Chinatown in a very quiet place. Subway is 10 seconds by walk (F orange Line) and you can reach the heart of Manhattan in 5 minutes! The room is small but very clean, high-speed WiFi is available for free. We were two people and we spent 1 week there, it was awesome!
Remember that it is a "share" apartment. You stay with other people. We had forgotton that. But it worked out quite well. Very nice people. A clean, small and new apartment. Great location. One tiny little thing: The windows. Fresh air and daylight could not really get in. I also recommend that you do not stay 4 girls in the double bed room, because that is going to be too crowded. We enjoyed our stay very much! Mike was very helpfull and so kind! he was great and we had everything we needed.... More »
Lovely apartment in a great spot! The apartment was clean and well equipped, new bedding, plenty of towels etc. Hosts were easy to contact and prompt in getting back to us. John and Lucy also accommodated our booking at very late notice (same day!). We have only good things to say about our whole experience with them!! The apartment is located in an area with easy walking access to a number of subway stations making it easy to get around town. We also walked to a lot of places from... More »
Five of us stayed here over New Years and had a mixed experience. Not horrendous, but not outstanding. The GOOD: Very close to the subway (F Train); only a few minutes walk to some good parts of Chinatown, Little Italy and the Lower East Side (area seems sketchy when you first arrive, but it's really quite alright); convenience stores and drug store on the same block; 2 subway stops to a Whole Foods supermarket; apartment was clean on arrival; the host kindly gave us an early check-in... More »
Host provided a clean and comfortable bedroom. Mike was very helpful.
Had a great stay, the apartment was exactly what we wanted it was so nice not having to deal with hotel nonsense. It was just like having my own place for the weekend. Mike was very friendly and helpful. Would definitely stay there again.
Attractive and very clean and quiet apartment. On the 2nd floor, and an elevator available. Would stay again.
Had a very comfortable stay at this apartment! Very nice, warm and suited all our needs. Great location to the subway and near some great food!
It was a small but incredibly comfortable apartment! And the surrounding area is amazing! so many things to do and such a great vibe right from the doorstep into the community. I highly recommend!
We had a great time and the place was perfect.
Great location with easy access to everything. The Host was very accommodating and made our stay a easy and pain free
Clean and excellent location. Great Place!
Amazing stay during my business trip with colleagues. We will definately come back. Great location, clean, and great communication from the team!
Great place to stay...... Very cozy in a great location, I just spend 3 nights and were enough to fell as home. It has everything you need TV, good heater, wi-fi, good bed, clean bathroom,etc. Thank you very much Mike, John and Lucy
John and Lucy's space on the Lower East Side was very much in keeping with the New York way of apartment living, nothing fancy, but good for the money. The three bedroom apartment was perfectly suitable for a group of four friends looking to stay on the Lower East Side for cheap. Sure, it was a little tight in the hallways and one bedroom was the size of a closet, but the apartment came complete with all amenities, was clean, and Mike, our maintenance contact, was phenomenal- truly there to... More »
Great place. Better location. For the price it doesn't get much better. Extremely easy and clear communication. Definitely recommend staying here for your next trip.
I booked John and Lucy's #2 LES apartment for my coworker Szilvi who was in town from Budapest for our company holiday party. John and Lucy were great hosts and Szilvi didn't have any issues with check in or getting the keys. My correspondence with John and Lucy did seem a bit impersonal, they forwarded us to their friend Mike and sent a LONG email filled with rules and guidelines which was a bit off-putting and excessive. Other than that, everything went great and Szilvi had a relaxing trip.
The apartment was very nice and just one block away from the subway which is very convenient, and Mike is a really nice host, my wife and I had a grate time there.
What a great place to stay in NYC! The room we stayed in was pretty tight for 4 adults, but totally doable. It's conveniently placed within a block from the subway, which made traveling through the city a breeze! We quickly felt at home in this cozy apartment, which stays nicely warm in the winter! Note: It's up 2 flights, so this is not a place for anyone who has trouble with stairs. Nearby: Pushcart Coffee, Laundromat 2 doors down, Doughnut Plant, Chinatown, etc. Many delicious... More »
Ha ido todo perfecto, el apartamento es tal y como se muestra en internet. Estaba limpio, la zona es muy buena, con muy buena comunicación para moverte por todo Manhatan sin problemas. Y además la persona de contacto con la que teníamos que quedar para recoger las llaves, ha sido puntual y nos hemos podido comunicar sin problemas. Una experiencia para repetir, no dudaría si volviera a NY en contactar con ellos.
Mike is a cool guy, enjoyed getting to know him. Had an excellent stay!
Studio union square. This place is quite good, well located, in a very pleasant district close to subway, so very convenient. But, in real the studio is not as big as the pictures seen, the heating is too high, the fridge wakes you up every 30 min. So basically, this studio is pretty good if your are a good sleeper, if it s dificult for you to fall asleep, then choose another one. One good point, the apartment is located in a very good aera. For the price it worths.
Great place, true to description: clean, plenty of room, newly renovated apartment in a really fantastic location (close to everything, lively at night but quiet in the morning). Highly recommended.
I had a fine stay in this apartment. The building is a real old-fashioned tenement, right on Delancey, and for all I know was the same building my great grandmother lived in when she arrived from Europe. Pro: the apartment is well furnished, has good access to public transit, and walking distance to good neighborhoods and food. Mike, who gave me the keys, was punctual and professional. Con: I'm accustomed to city noises, but this apartment was noisier than I expected, owing largely to... More »
I can very much recommend #12 St Marks Pl to everyone looking for a clean, nice and typical NY appartment to stay while in NY. Mike was very freindly and helpful. The beds were very comfortable and the kitchen had everything we needed. Size wise it was perfect for the 4 of us and the location could not have been better.
No complications with this trip. Getting to and from the apartment was easy, and it's right by a subway stop. Had a great time and would definitely recommend staying here without a doubt.
We had an awesome stay. Everything was as advertised and hosts were prompt and courteous with requests (i.e. space heaters, a laptop computer, etc.). Would definitely stay again at one of John n' Lucy's apartments!
Great location, very clean, very quiet at night consider living on the 14th street. Great for size for 2 people, close to everything (subway, restaurants, shops, pharmacy...) definitely come back. Highly recommended.
John, Lucy and Mike are excellent hosts - they're accomodating and quick to respond to any question. The location is near the F train, and close to many of chinatown's popular restaurants. The apartment is narrow (like all nyc apartments), but really clean - complete with comfortable beds and a great shower. Definitely would revisit this apartment, or any of their properties for that matter - thanks guys!
Great hosts, very accommodating, with apts in the heart of LES.
great location next to the subway and a lot of shops, very clean and a really nice Mike who really cares about his guests. We slept in the bedroom that is located to the front of the house and because of that it was a little bit loud in the morning, but we just slept in the apartment and were out the whole day, so it didn't effect our nice stay in NYC. I really recommend to sleep there!
john canceled #3 MANHATTEN 3 (!!!) days before arrival. he accepts rentals via various websites, and wrote me that he double booked the apartment. anyway, he offered another apartment (#8) which we finally took (have you ever tried to find a proper vacation apartment in ny 3 days before arrival? nearly impossible.). when i read other feedbacks, i think there is a system for the late cancelations in order to get all of his apartments fully booked. if you wanna be sure that you get the... More »
Stayed in "#13 Henry" 1 bedda, for just over a week, and overall was really happy with the stay. The location is super close and convenient to funky L.E.S, East Village and West VIllage. As a solo female traveller I felt very safe walking home in the wee hours of the morning! Mike was thaaaa bomb haha super nice guy and was hassle free.The room is quite small, however there was only me so it wasn't a problem. I recommend staying here, if your after a clean place to crash at the end of a long... More »
The apartment is very nice and newly renovated! Mike was a very nice host with good tips regarding nearby restaurants and shops. The location is very good connected (F Line just 5 Minutes away) and we always felt save on the street. The room offers two beds and a closet. for 2 people enough space (also because you are most of the time outside in NYC..)
everything was perfect! great location, clean appartment, friendly host!
John N Lucy's place is just like it is in the pictures. It worked out wonderfully for us girls. Absolutely perfect area to stay in also. The neighbors were very friendly too. Would love to stay in one of John N Lucy's places again next time we go!
We had a really good time in Mike's appartment. The appartment is good situated, near to Soho, Bowery, etc.The appartment has just been renovated and Mike is a nige guy. The only thing we missed was the view out of the windows... the other buildings are so close, you can't see the sky. But I would definitly recommend this appartment.
I stayed by John N Lucy for 5 days and I found myself very well. The apartment is completely renovated, clean and quiet. The subway station is at 2 minutes and in the area there are several grocery stores. Little Italy and Chinatown are within walking distance in 10-15 minutes. Thx Mike for your kindness!
Mike was a great host. He is very nice, friendly and accommodating. The place is new and spotless clean. The bed was comfortable and perfect for a good night rest. The location is perfect, as it is a short walking distance to the bus stops and subway stations.
My booking was cancelled a day before I went to NY due to a double booking but John and Lucy arranged us to stay at another of their property at the 7th Street. Was nervous prior to arriving about the accomodation but our fears were quickly gone. The flat was small but has everything we needed. Very quiet area and close to lots of restaurants and have 2 main subway lines nearby. If i go back to NYC again I would stay in the same apartment coz it is so easy and nice in a very trendy area.... More »
The apartment had a great location, was clean and nice! I would definitly consider to rent this apartment again if I go to New York again. It was perfect for two persons, a couple of days on our vacation we were four and that was ok for a few days but more would have been a bit crowdy. The fould out sofa in the livingroom was ok to sleep on. One negative thing was that the actual adress (house number) was not the same we had got from John and Lucy, this made everything a little confusing... More »
Everything was pretty fine in John and Lucy's apartment (17th St Marks Place). The location is one of the best in New York. St Marks place is a great neighbourhood with a lot of bars, restaurants, all the facilities nearby (duane reade, laundry, whole market, starbucks) and lots of metro or bus stops 1 block away. The apartment was perfect for 4 people : very good beds (I slept like a baby) and all the stuff (bed linen, towels, dishes...). Only one thing was maybe not so good : not much... More »
great location nice app
Excellent stay in Chinatown/NYC. Mike and John were great hosts with no problems at all! Wonderful room in a quiet neighborhood. Subway is less than a block away. Your are in chinatown so EXCELLENT chinese food down the street and Mike took me to an awesome late night noodle place one night. Would recommend staying here highly!
We had a great time at Henry Street and with Mike. I would recommend your apartment any time! Thank you! Carina
We had a really lovely time staying with John N Lucy - I will definetely recommend it to all my friends.
Was as advertised, small but in a great location. I would definately stay again if in New York
l appartement est situé idéalement pour visiter New York , nous avons été reçu par mike à 11h30 pm . l appartement était propre et conforme au description , mais je n ai pas vu de capacité de 5 couchages à moins de remplir toute la surface de matelas gonflable , il va bien pour 2 amis ( ce que nous étions ) ou une famille d un couple avec un petits mais pas plus . A notre départ nous avons du laisser l appartement à midi avec aucune possibilité de laisser nos valises mike nous a donné une... More »
Great and clean place with a perfect location. Everything worked smoothly and we had a great time in L.E.S!
It's quite difficult to be objective having just read some of the recent reviews.... maybe a coincidence, but we were meeted and greeted by MIke - so being cynical I'd say they work together on a wider range of rentals than just those listed by John and Lucy. This was my fourth trip to Manhattan in as many years, and having decided I prefer downtown and was a bit fed up with feeling like a tourist I thought a rental would be a great way to feel more like a local. that said, I was nervous... More »
The overall accommodations were as promised, and the hosts were nice. There was a problem with a double-booking of my place just before I arrived which caused some trouble, but I think the hosts did everything humanly possible to make up for it.
Great appartment! Exactly between China Town and Little Italy, loaded with restaurants, boutiques shops etc. Very good for 3 , bit small for 4 (couch is small) Very clean, new furniture, linen and towels, good kitchen, WiFi and TV Recommend for party of 3
Pis ben situat amb diverses línies de metro ben a prop. Perfecte per a 4 persones, acollidor. Sens dubte hi tornaria. El tracte amb els propietaris molt bó. Gràcies James!
We had a very pleasant vacations at John & Lucy's apartment. Mike treat us very kindly. The apartment was clean and spacious enough for us (4 -5 adults). The Subway was near and we were walking distance from most of our most interesting points. It was a little noisy as we could hear the air conditioners from other apartments and there was a construction going on in the building. However I will definitively recomend the apartment to others. Thank you John & Lucy!
Small but nice apartment - though not completely clean when we arrived: we were the first guests after the constructors - cementdust and siliconeresidues everywhere. Smelly common corridor, noisy neighbours, front door slamming all the time since it's the first apartment when you enter the building. Very comfortable beds though - nice kitchenequipment - bathroom super but too small for 5, shower too high for average sized people. TV cable sits in another room as the TV - no wifi due to... More »
This is for #7 St Marks (NOT #9) My wife, two kids (6 and 9) came to NYC for some vacation and work. We'd just been in India for 2 months and had a trade show to exhibit at in the Javitz Center. We've rented various apartments in the city before so had some idea of what to expect. John and Lucy's apartment didn't have any pictures but they had pictures of other apartments they'd rented and the setup seemed just like what we were looking for. We decided to take a "two bedroom" in... More »
There were a few teething problems, but otherwise the stay was good. People were v helpful. Room is sparse.
It is worth the price, good stay and the location is really good so just for that go for it. (and there is AC, really useful this summer) The drawbacks are: -Wifi / TV didn't work -Floor not clean at all -No curtains in the room (check the picture) but if you like to wake up with the sun it's OK this seems minor to me, but hope the host will take it into account for the next ones!
OK I've been waiting to review this place to get a little perspective. I want to be as objective as possible. Pros. 1. John is a super nice dude. He tried to make things better when they weren't quite right but unfortunately didn't really have the time to handle it. That said, I needed a place at the last minute and he totally rallied for me whereas most of the other people I contacted didn't even respond. Very responsive to email/text. 2. The bed is super comfortable. Nice sheets.... More »
It was perfect!! Thank you so much best elena
The apartment was very clean and its the perfect location for a holiday in NYC! Only thing I missed where some more windows with daylight...
Good evening everyone! Well, our experience in Manhattan in July 2011 had "two faces". First, we had a confirmed reservation by one host (Mike & Vanessa, Property East Village Hotel Suite Style Stay) that they cancelled just few days before going to NY... :- S Then, Mike offered me to contact one of his friends that could rent us his apartment in the same dates (also through Airbnb). Although Mike cancelled our reservation, I have to recognize that he did his best to find us a place to stay... More »
My boyfriend & I stayed for a week in this apartment and it was just right. I'm not sure 4 people would have stayed comfortably for a week. The rest is as described except for the microwave in the kitchen area. It was also missing a couple of essentials in the cupboard but we still manage perfectly. The stairway which looked a bit rundown was renovated during our stay and I have to say it was way easier to go up and down after that. No inconvenient noises since the windows give on a quieter... More »
The host canceled my reservation 5 days before arrival.
Our family of 4 thoroughly enjoyed our New York City experience at 18 St. Marks Place. The apartment was REALLY QUIET !!! Thanks to James n John n Lucy.
We had no problems with our stay and everything was as advertised. The location was great, close to shopping, food, and subway. Very quiet at night, so sleeping is not a problem. John was very accommodating and responsive to phone & texts. We would definitely stay here again.
The apartment has a nice situation close to metro stations. It is in a district with lots of good restaurants and nice bars to go out at night. James, Paul and John were easy to contact to give us answers to our questions. There is one room next to the street so it is a little noisy in the morning to sleep late but i think that a major part of NYC apartments is in the same situation.
We had a great stay. We were there for 7 days and couldn't have asked for a more comfortable stay. The apt is close to the F train at Delancey and Essex and from there Manhattan is your oyster. Also the amount of restaurants and bars in the very close vicinity meant you never got bored. The apt itself is small but it is NY. Everything worked and the a/c was very much appreciated in the 3 day heatwave we had. Definately recommend it to anyone looking to stay in an area that is the... More »
We traveled 3 single adults, the apartment is a bit small but we were there just to sleep so it was not a problem as the beds were comfortable (better the 2 double beds in the bedroom than the sofa bed). The living (where te sofa bed and the kitchen are situated) is small and has no window but the sofa bed is big enough. We had unnormally warm days, so theapartment was too hot at the beginning but the owner made his best and provided it with conditioned air, which improved it. We had a... More »
Really nice location, walking distance of so many cool places. Had an amazing time, Next time I'm in NY I will definitely stay there again.
I was glad to stay at this apartment-- the location is EXCELLENT, so central to the part of the city I love and feel most comfortable in. The apartment is a good amount of space, and it's nice having a separate room to just relax and read.
Great location, super cozy and awesome hosts! Thanks for letting us stay!
Dear All, Thanks for having us to stay at your super comfortable/practical/convenient apartment on Orchard Street. It was our first time in New York and James was there to welcome us . Wonderfully kind , ready to help , though it was not at all necessary since he left us an apartment ready to be enjoyed. Subway F /J within walking distance- only two blocks from our apt as well as the bus , which took us wherever we wanted to go to in Manhattan. I don´t hesitate in recommending John... More »
The hosts were very responsive and willing to work with our schedule. The room was exactly as it had been described. Apartment is very close to the subway stop as well as a drug store, restaurants and bars. Can be noisy at night but what you would expect in the city.
Everything was perfect: - practical info to get to the appartment; - appartment as described, clean and ideally located. The studio is an ideal "pied-à-terre" for people who want to discover New York city. Very close to Soho, Brooklyn bridge, subway... It's not very large though, so don't plan to stay all the day inside the appartment. Also, some little remarks: - one bedroom does not really have a window. - the other is quite noisy (on the street) We were 4 people, 1 in a... More »
l'appartement est très bien situé. l'accueil agréable. très bon choix de location. a 6 un peu serré (la cuisine peu fonctionnelle) mais de toute façon l'essentiel est la et les restos en bas de la rue nombreux. bruyants, mais tous les apparts dans ny doivent l'être!!! rien à redire!
Nice, clean place. No frills, but a solid deal. Plenty of clean towels and the bed was comfortable and clean. James was very accommodating when I asked if I could check in a bit early.
Accueil ponctuel, emplacement intéressant, WiFi efficace, TV de bonne qualité et équipements corrects, globalement propre, mais beaucoup de bruit (bouchons d'oreilles indispensables si vous arrivez le W-E), matelas propres mais peu confortables et grinçants, 2 tabourets seulement alors que loué pour 4 personnes, pas de tables de chevets et robinet de baignoire défectueux (tournevis fourni...). _________________________________________________ Punctual welcoming, good location, WiFi... More »
I was in New York to celebrate my birthday with my daughter and two friends. We had a very good time. The surroundings were perfect and the apartment was quiet, clean and very nice. It felt very safe, and the only little trouble was that we could´t connect with internet. Thank you, I will really recommend your place! Annika from Sweden
Location was perfect! in the hip neighbourhood of the L.E.S with access to food/bars, shops, cafes and the subway...Soho, Chintatown and the East Village are within walking distance! John, James and Lucy were extremely hospitable and were flexible. The apartment was clean and and cozy just as described - awesome value!! Highly recommended!
Very clean apartment, exactly as pictured, with lots of extra sheets and towels! would stay again, and definitely would recommend
My husband and I, along with another couple, stayed at the 2 room apt on Eldridge. The apartment was clean and had all necessities. I emailed John a few days before the trip and asked about an iron - he said they would provide one and they did. We were a little surprised with how small the apartment really was. The pictures made it look a lot bigger. The space was tight for 2 couples, but doable. I would not recommend for more than 4 people, though. The apartment was in a good neighborhood -... More »
Love NYC has allways, flat was in the center, a little noisy but thats NYC
Absolutley great. We had a fantastic time-what a location-what a price. I didnt meet \james, but my bgrother said he was really friendly and very approachable. I would recommend this place withour reservation. Thanks so much guys. Hopefully I will return to New York one day and you will be the first people I contact for accomodation. Thanks
Apartment is very compact, there is everything you need. It has good location near was public transport and Whole foods. Every day we felt as New Yorkers because of location :) James was very helpful, we could check in 30 minutes earlier. Thank you!
We had a fantastic long weekend in NYC, in no small part to this fantastic apartment. Everything is very very clean, the bedsheets are gloriously soft, and it's a very comfortable size - compared to a hotel, it's enormous. You can't beat it for location - walk in to SoHo in ten minutes, Chinatown is on your doorstep, Williamsburg is just across the river... Absolutely perfect. We felt very safe and it was good to know that James, John and Lucy were just a phone call away if we needed... More »
great place to stay, so close to everything you'd want to do in NYC. Public transport is close and we found some awesome places to eat and drink all within walking distance. Place was clean and comfortable. would happily stay there again
The APT is kind of small, but it has everything. The location is very good, it is in the Chinatown and very close to Soho.
The Apt was great, just what I needed...close enough to everything, particularly the Subway & Starbucks. Very clean and nice and warm. Loved it, hope to come back again soon.
We enjoyed our stay very much at the apartment on Orchard Street. The apartment was very clean and the location was great. Lots of interesting places in the neighborhood, and the street was less trafficked than some of the others nearby. We had some cold weather, and the heat in the apartment was excellent. John was very quick to fix a faucet handle in the bathroom that a previous tenant had broken. I brought my own laptop, and the wifi worked fine for me. I would definitely stay there... More »
The appartment is very well located, closed to lot of restaurants and pubs. It is also well furnished. There are 2 bedrooms, 1 is very quiet, the other less, but we were able to sleep :-) The appartment could have been cleaner
John and Lucy were great. There was a little hiccup finding the apartment, but in the end it all worked out! The apartment was small but clean and well kept. Thank you for having us!
Loved our 10 day stay at Orchard st. Would definitely stay here again. Great area close to subway station and great restaurants within walking distance. Short trip to times square. James and John were very helpful and trustworthy. Apartment is clean and warm which was important for our winter stay! Thanks again guys! :)
The host canceled my reservation 63 days before arrival.
Fantastic. We were so happy that the place precisely matched the description and photos. The location is safe and has many shops/bars/restaurants nearby. John was very responsive when getting there and had everything organized for our arrival. Very pleased, highly recommend! Thanks guys
Wonderfully located, and the hosts bent over backwards to help us out when we had a bit of a situation with our flights. Very helpful hosts. I will be recommending these guys to everyone i know who's travelling to NYC in future.
We wanted an authentic NYC expierence and this apartment gave it to us! we felt like a resident of NYC here. WE arrived late at night and where met by John. Its in a great part of town, close to restaurants, bars and nice shops. The apartment was clean and very secure and we highly reccommend this place to anyone who wants a home away from home.
john n lucy's apartment on Delancey Street is comfortable and in a great location. The combination of having a kitchen and the close proximity to Whole Foods Market helped us save money too.
We enjoy our stay in the apartment. James, Lucy and John are very responsives and sympathetics. The apartment is perfect for 2 persons and ok for 4. However, it will be a bit too small for 6. No problem at all with the neighbourhood and the apartment is very close to the main lines of subway. However, you should not be too light sleeper due to the noise of the heating system (the noise stop for the last 3 days of our stay). Thanks again to our hosts!
I've just come back home to Australia from a 6 day stay at John & Lucy's apartment...middle of January. Their apartment is located in such a convenient spot, with Duane Read, Starbucks, plenty of eateries and banks around - not to mention the Delancy Street subway. Great breakfasts at Orchard 88! The apartment is clean and tidy, only 1 flight up and has everything you could need for a stay. Plenty of room for more people to stay too. The guys are so easy to reach and deal with, no... More »
i had an overall pleasent stay at delancey - james, who dealt with the keys, was a great host - i had to rush in from the airport as he had an apointment but we managed to do the key.exchange in the last mintue - the apartment itself was fine - alltough a bit chilli - especialy in the bathroom
great place, great area, great trip! It was a nice contact and with John! Thank you for everything!!!!!
I reserved this apartment for some inlaws that were visiting, and did not actually stay there. However, I did visit them several times and the apartment was great. Very clean, well-maintained, full kitchen, etc. They provided a comfortable air mattress for the 4th person. It's small, but no more so than it looks in the pictures. Their only complaint was that the heating system was quite noisy at night, so that could be a problem for light sleepers. But overall, a great deal in a great location!
We just came back from NY. The appartment was perfect, clean, comfortable and had all we need to spend a week in NYC. The location is great to reach any place in Manhatan. Many thanks!
John and Lucy were indeed great hosts. The apartment we stayed in was in Chinatown, and had great access to Little Italy, 2 subway stops, a Starbucks, and was walking distance to the Brooklyn Bridge. It was pretty small, but we managed alright with 5 women. There were a few issues with the plumbing, but John had James come out and fix them by the next day. Great hosts and awesome hospitality!
We spent 5 nights in early Jan and had a fantastic stay! Check-in was easy and flexible, the location is great, very central, easy walk to everything, and lots of great restaurants and bars nearby. The apartment is lovely and clean, and well-equipped. We would definitely stay here again.
John was a very gracious and hospitable host. He did everything he could to keep his guest happy. All the email exchanges prior to our arrival was helpful as my family and I prepared for the trip. The apartment was pretty clean, cozy, and in a good location. Very typical New York City rooms so don't except them to be spacious. We were close to the subway line and just steps away from Chinatown. Any issues that would come up would be handled promptly and with mininal distraction to the guest.... More »
Fantastic stay at St Mark's! Brilliant location with an abundance of eating, drinking and entertainment options virtually at the doorstep (and easy access beyond). The apartment was as described and expected - whilst relatively basic had everything we required for a clean, comfortable and secure stay. There's way too much going on in NYC to be hangin out too long in the apartment anyway! John was extremely prompt and accommodating in responding to any queries or requests throughout the whole... More »
The location is fantastic. The apartment was ok but way too small for four people. There were a few issues regarding the cleanness of the apartment but that was taken care of immediately. If comfort is high priority it may not be the best choice. But in terms of location it's definitely the best place I got to stay at so far.in NYC.
John & Lucy's place at St Marks was a sweet place, great location, and lots of food and amenities nearby. Didn't get to meet them personally, but when we had problems with our flight out of JFK, John was tremendously hospitable and helpful. Appreciated that. Highly recommended. Love the place
We stayed at the #2 Delancy apartment for around 1 week and the stay was perfect! On the first morning we woke up a bit cold (the centrally controlled heater had turned off in the middle of the night) and we notified john. Within literally ONE hour he had gone to the store, purchased a heater and had it set up in the apartment. We came home to a toasty warm apartment and never felt the cold for the rest of trip! :) We were very impressed with this :) Thanks so much for having us at... More »
The apartment was great, right in China Town , very cool. the place was neat and clean and good for three guys working away. tv ,shower everything worked fine. Thanks for the stay. Mike
Staying on Orchard street was awesome! The appartment is nice and in a very cool neighborhood. The first night was rather cold, the windows aren't perfectly insulated, but then the heating kicked in and it got cosy. Don't expect the fanciest, luxurioust interior, but expect a real authentic NYC living experience! I cannot say enough how cool the location is: In L.E.S. there are bars, bars and more bars to hang out the whole night. The subway is near and a lot of stuff is in walking distance... More »
John and Lucy were so great! The apartment is totally cozy and cute ... and very clean. They really made me feel like a welcome guest. The TV did not work when I arrived so John brought a brand new TV over and set it up for me that night! The whole process was super easy and smooth, I will definitely be using their services again.
It was a wonderful place to stay. The location is quite close to Chinatown, but my favorite restaurant is a Japanese one on Delancey street. They serve very healthy soba. It is only 5 min walk to F, M, and about 5 min to B, D. The apartment has everything that a traveler might need, but it is better to bring your own towel. Besides, they try their best to meet the guest's schedule. Thanks very much, John & Lucy!
very responsable,nice and gentleman landlord Mr John and Lucy(and of course James)!! I am so glad to find this place in safe and so easy acces to all over + great choice of Restaurant near by so international foods and not so expensive for good foods. Apt is clean very clean, little bit tiny but at this time we are 2 of us so it was ok. free cable Tv , wifi .. so easy !! also I enjoyed so much for walking all the area from this apt to see real NYC. Mille merci pour toi John !!super... More »
We loved our stay at Orchard Street. It was stress free and easy! John was very helpful with questions before and during our stay. The apartment was clean and the wifi very handy. It was near a subway and great resturants. Would definatley stay there again. Thanks John, James and Lucy!
This was my first booking on Airbnb and I was very happy with my stay. John and Lucy are very good and friendly hosts. The apartment was clean, it has simple rooms and comfortable beds. Everything was exactly as described, and you don't need anything else for a nice stay in NY. Good neighborhood with many places for a nice breakfast and it's easy to get anywhere you want as it's close to many subway lines. My friends and I really enjoyed it!
Everything was Great! I raccomend the apartment i've stayed in especially for the position, the Kindness of John and the cleaness!!
My 2 friends and I had a fantastic stay at John & Lucy's apartment on St Marks Place - what a location! Real character, so close to the subway, made it really easy to get around NYC for the 10 days we were there. Our flight was delayed and we got in at about 2am, James was so accomodating and met us at the apartment to show us around. The whole time we were there, John was easily contactable via text and was super helpful with local information. Wireless internet was great; and once we... More »
Nice location, as described, plus for powerful radiator in the livingroom (cold outside!!). Great communication.
The apartment was as described and in the pictures. Clean and tidy. Really nice location near the subway and the wifi worked well. A bit noisy because of construction work in the building and across the street. Perhaps a bit cold at times.. But I really enjoyed my stay at the place (6 nights). recommended for ppl who wants a clean place to sleep with easy access to manhattan.
We had a great experience dealing with John and Lucy. I had a few annoying experiences with airbnb to start. Booked first place that showed availability - but turned out that was not available. (I just think the host was not updating info). Our NEXT booking was accepted, but the guy canceled 2 weeks prior to our trip. John and Lucy are super on top of their game. They communicated perfectly with me before arrival. I booked them because I trusted their record of reviews, and they did not... More »
The apartment was exactly as pictured / advertised, and James was scrupulous about setting up a meeting time to give me the keys and to make sure the place was in order. John n Lucy n James are good people to deal with. I'd do it again.
Jon and Lucy's 2 bedroom was an amazing apartment and their hospitality was topnotchh. The apartment was classic NYCity tenement like my true new yorker friends live in, not like those apartments you see on TV where everyone has 2000 squar feet apartments. that apartment on the show Friends where Rachel lives would rent for $3900/month such a joke but people believe that that is true new york. Anyway the apartment was awesome. SO MUCH CHARACTER. and Jon was helpful and responsive to all of... More »
Excellent accommodations all was as promised and described the hosts were very friendly and the laptop made things convenient Lucky Jacks bar is across the street and is great for drinks can't wait to come back
The apartment was excellent. Bedrooms were small but just right. It's NYC so that's just the way it is. Awesome cafe across the street for the best caffiene I've ever had in my life. Very near the subway and walking distance to Chinatown soho little Italy Brooklyn bridge. Pizza place around the corner was ok but I've had better just walk to little Italy instead. Apartment was clean and everything was in order.
I had a brief but pleasant stay at their place! It was clean and in convenient Manhattan location. My flight to NYC was very delayed, arriving in the wee hours of the night, but James was so accommodating and understanding and still met me with the key and escorted me to the apt!
Accommodations were according to the stated description. John provided a laptop for use upon request; wireless internet worked consistently. Apartment was very close to the subway. Recommended.
We had a great time in NYC. Everything was fine. The apartement had everything we wanted and was near to bars, restaurants, Broadway etc. John and Lucy were wonderful hosts. They answered immediately and were very flexible. Thank you so much for everything!!!
Accommodations were according to the stated description. John provided a laptop for use upon request; wireless internet worked consistently. Apartment was very close to the subway. Recommended.
we had a great stay at john n lucy`s place the place is exactly how you see it on the web site everything was nice and john was very helpfull we had a little problem with the keys it was friday night and i called him at 00h30 and 10 min after the only hic up was he noise because there was a electrical work in the bulding but that wasn`t john`s fault i really recomend the place
John and Lucy's bed and breakfast is a 1 bedroom apartment that is furnished with everything we needed for my visit to the city. So much better than paying $400 for small hotel room. Kitchen was fully stocked, though it could use a collander for draining our pasta. My girlfriend loved that fact that the bathroom and kitchen were clean and tidy. You step outside and it's NYC! Wonderful hosts.
This is my first time using airbnb, so I was nervous. But John and Lucy and James made my stay very comfortable and easy. Location is great. Apartment is great. So much to do there isn't enough time in the day!! The toaster and microwave were indispensible. Everything was just as advertised. Airbnb thank you!
John, Lucy, James! You guys are awesome!!! Thanks for a wonderful stay at your Delancey apartment. It was clean, comfortable, and exactly what I needed. Nothing extravagant, but everything I needed for my stay. The kitchen and bathroom were very clean. The bedroom was perfect, with a comfortable bed and clean sheets. Internet worked perfectly. Wish there were premium cable channels like HBO but that's OK. Plenty of restaurants and bars. Thursday, Friday, Saturday nights are so especially... More »
Wonderful experience! Location was perfect for us- very close to 2 subway stations (4,6 and N,R), steps away from a couple bars (Angels Share, Grassroots Tavern, McSorleys, and Continental). Near NYU. The street is busy, but the apartment is against the back side, so it's nice and quiet. Very clean. Hot water and good water pressure. Comfortable bed. Great natural lighting. James, who met us to give us the keys, was wonderful. He was quick to respond to e-mail and phone calls (as was... More »
This was my first AirBnB experience, and overall it was good. John and Lucy's place was very clean, and James (the guy who met us to check us in and give us the keys) was very helpful and friendly. Our only complaints were: 1. The bed, though very clean, was very uncomfortable. 2. The unit, being located right on Delancey Street, wasn't able to keep the noise of the traffic out.
It was my first experience with airbnb and it was awesome!! John is a perfect host. He answers rapidly at email and he was so helpful in the organization of my trip with a great flexibility for checkin and checkout. The apartment is perfect, clean, quiet and in a beautiful location so near to the submay. I really appreciate my stay in new york!
The apartment was perfect for a couple to spend several days in New York : great location and very convenient! Thank you John & Lucy ;o)
This location is awesome!! The place was nice & clean. And the guys were helpful with any local information if needed.
What a great hosts John and James were! We had a great stay and a wonderful time in NYC! The St Marks aptm is great! Clean, quiet, new and with lot's of natural light. The neighborhood is also great, specially because it is so close to Soho, Broadway and all the great shopping and dining options. Subway is also very close. I do recommend and will plan to stay there again anytime soon! Thanks John and James. Looking forward to mett you again, and if you come to Brazil, let me know!
They were amazingly accomodating of our wacky travel schedule so we didn't have to wander around with our bags all day! The whole process of arranging things was really lovely and stress-free. The location was perfect! We had a few little issues (ie. the shower not draining properly and the place being a bit cold for the first few days because it was between seasons)- but overall were totally happy with the apartment...loved having a fire escape outside the bedroom window, so New York. FYI... More »
John and James are really nice. If you're staying at #91, #92, or #93, John is an expert on the area. Great recommendations. Knows the little holes in the wall, cheap but good places. Even gave me advice on how to find a place to live in NY.
What a great OCT stay in NYC. The Delancey location with the express, or "Select Bus" going swiftly north on 1st Ave or south on 2nd Ave made transportation easier that expected. John and James are great hosts and very responsive when issues come up. With the Delancey apartment so very newly remodeled, it belies the general tone of Delancey St. Our favorite restaurant is only 2 blocks away; such a location. If it rains and pressures of packing and getting to the airport cause a time... More »
Location Location Location ...Indeed! What a GREAT place to stay in NYC..Everything you need and then some is right outside the front door to the building and the suite itself was VERY quiet and clean when we arrived. The bed and foldout futon were comfy, the bedding was clean, the WIFI worked flawlessly and the entire experience was a great one. I would highly recommend staying here and I will try to do so as well when I make my way back to NYC. Thank you very much!!
John was a great host! Very accommodating and consistently helpful and courteous. My friends and I stayed at his St Mark's Place apartment for two weeks, and it was ideal. Everything we needed was provided, and we were encouraged to make contact if we had any requests or needed anything. Highly, highly recommend!!
John and James were a delight! Every question and concern before and during my stay were promptly advised and answered. The apartment was cute, clean and very spacious for a Manhattan apartment! Definitely more room than a typical NYC hotel room and I felt comfortable in the location of the apartment. It was near everything! I would highly recommend the hosts! Thank you again, John and James for everything! I hope to visit again SOON! :)
John and Lucy were awesome hosts. They were very kind and understanding. They put great effort into making our visit wonderful. They even let us borrow a laptop for the apartment which made our trip much more convenient with an internet connection in the apartment. Their apartment was clean, cozy, comfortable. Everything felt brand new - better than a hotel! Pictures were accurate. Location was also excellent, near many restaurants, bars, cafes. Thanks John and Lucy!!!!
We stayed 10 days at John and Lucy's apartment in Orchard St. The apartment was clean, comfortable, with new furniture, near two subway stations (so it's very well connected) and (very important!) there is a wifi router. :) John was very helpful with all our needs and very flexible with check-in and check-out times. Thanks!! Daniele and Massimo from Italy
John and Lucy´s apartment in Saint Marks was great, clean and had everything we need. Also it`s located in an awesome neighborhood, the only thing we are sorry is that we couldn´t stay more days. We highly recommend it.
The host canceled my reservation 21 days before arrival.
L'hôte annulé ma réservation 13 jours avant l'arrivée. dear john and lucy i m really sad your reservation cancell it s the 2ND time in 2 weeks!! I made my first reservation several months ago to be quiet !!! Anyway i m sure you are not responsale of this and you feel in the trouble too! I hope to find finally a nice place for me and barbara in the good area!! I work a lot on this time and i have not so much time but i m sue everybody in air and be are going to help us.. I hope so!! best reagrds More »
The host canceled my reservation 5 days before arrival. John had initially confirmed my booking over the phone because he had raised the price by an extra $10.We are not sure why they cancelled.
The host canceled my reservation the day before arrival.
It has taken me some time to get around to writing a reply and apologies to John N Lucy. I found my stay with them to be everything I expected. They were very helpful and the apartment was advertised. If you are staying with a friend (and not a partner) please note that only one key was available meaning that in NY you had to stay together or come home together at the same time. I would recommend this apartment if you are looking for a well priced crash pad in the Big... More »
John and his friend James were very helpful and attentive to us during our stay. I would definitely use John again, but might try to stay in a different apartment next time, just for a little variety. The apartment we stayed in was fair-sized, but really noisy at night because of a bar right across the street (which is totally out of John's hands, of course). Not counting the night noise, the location was great, with lots of really cool restaurants, a sort of indie movie theater, and clubs... More »
We had a great week in John and Lucy's apartment in St Mark's Place. The location is fabulous, full of life and great places to eat. A real buzz! It's well located near two subway stations. John made us feel very welcome and was very helpful, a great host! The apartment is newly renovated with an excellent kitchen and a compact but very workable bathroom. Be sure to watch for the resident squirrel that forages around just outside the window. Mike and Helen from Australia
Oh John and Lucy are fabulous hosts! We truly enjoyed the apartment which was way Better value than any hotel we could have stayed in and they treated us more like friends rather than guests! They were flexible and also respectful of our privacy but on the nights that we weren't too tired to chat, John wAs able to fill is in a lot about the local lifestyles of a new Yorker which was an interesting part of our stay. Our only regret was not being able to say goodbye properly because we left... More »
Thank you, thank you, thank you John, Lucy and James. It was wonderful and you were so kind to allow us to be the first to stay in your new place. We were all VERY comfortable. My girlfriends were so impressed that they could stay in such an amazing location. It was everything we needed in just the right spot for an exemplary LES experience!! Linda and friends.....
We stayed for 9 days at John and Lucy's apartment in the Lower East Side on Delancey. The subway is very near and it is very easy to reach any point in Manhattan. The apartment is nice and spacious. One thing worth noting is that the bed is very soft - so if you like firm beds - this can be a problem. John was very helpful, and really did his best to make our stay comfortable. He was flexible with check-in and check-out times. An excellent host! :-)
A place to repeat!! The apartment is like you see in the pictures, is small but very nice, and you have everything you need. The location is great, full of shops and restaurants, but the apartment is very quiet, perfect for sleeping! It`s also next to the metro, but you can walk to many sites. When we arrived, John was waiting for us, he was very nice. highly recommend!!!
It is the first time I rent an appatment via air bnb and I was not disapointed. We had a great time at their place. It was very clean, new furniture...Great location : subway nearby, in east village which is the place I like the best in ny...And john was just very nice. I arrived at noon at the appartment and he was there, and the day we left he asked the spanish person who where in the flat if we could leave our luggage until 8pm!!! they said yes and helped us with the luggage...Well... More »
John was an awesome host. He was kind and you could tell he cared about our comfort level. Not a single complaint. Impeccable place. Brand new furniture. Perfect for us. The bedroom essentially fits the bed and a side table. The living room is fairly large and spacious for Manhattan standards. Everything was clean. Whole Foods supermarket was a short walk away. We don't do bars, but they were close by. Plenty of cafes. And late night Rocket Joe's Pizza was a few doors down. The only... More »
John was able to accommodate a rush reservation. The apartment was fully furnished by his friend. John was very good with email responses, and was very accommodating with my requests. For instance, I had asked for an additional set of towels, and he delivered them asap. Very nice guy. Thanks for making my stay so comfortable John!
John and Lucy were very gracious hosts, and made our stay quite perfect. They were also kind enough to take on a last-minute reservation. The apartment was exactly as described, and the pictures very accurate. We could tell that everything (the furniture, the dishes, etc.) was just purchased new. The neighborhood was perfect for us. Very close to chinatown, and also only a couple blocks from LES. A starbucks, pizzeria, deli, and restaurants all a couple seconds away. Perfect.
The host canceled my reservation 14 days before arrival.
The host canceled my reservation 17 days before arrival.
The host canceled my reservation 35 days before arrival.
The host canceled my reservation 40 days before arrival.
Disappointed. Although confirming that the place was available the host canceled my reservation. This only 2 days after confirming availability... Better then to tell your guests that it is not yet confirmed.
John was extremely kind to us! And the place was very clean and the bed comfortable! A great spot in New York! The bathroom and shared kitchen were very nice also! Thanks for everything guys! See you in Brazil. Gabriela
John and Lucy were amazing hosts. They were very laid back and accommodating. Their location was perfect. Literally one minute away from all Subway trains. There were many shops and restaurants nearby as well as local attractions such as Ground Zero. If you want to visit Times Square or Central Park, you can easily get on the Subway nearby and it will take you all the way there. Beats taking the taxi! Overall, great location, upscale and classy apartment complex, chill doorman, and super nice... More »
John and his friends were great guests! They left the apt tidy and clean and John QAS very easy to communicate with to organize everything. Thanks for being such a great guest, John! You're welcome back any time!
August 2011Wonderful guests! Would be happy to rent again.
They were very clean and tidy, low maintenance, the place looked spotless. thanks!