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Reviews of Spectacular Central Park Home In the Heart Of Upper West Side

Spectacular Central Park Home In the Heart Of Upper West Side
New York, NY

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 8 - Good. 12 out of 99 reviews" "
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Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 99 reviews" "
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Michael M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal spot to enjoy New York
Apartment is clean and comfortable. It is well described in the listing. The host is personable and responsive to our needs. Location is perfect with easy access to the park, museums and subway. We would stay there again.
Stayed 38 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marlene C.

Liked: Cleanliness
NYC
A great month in NYC!
Stayed 30 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Simon K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location & Set Up
Great location near Central Park. One of the calmest places I have stayed in NYC. Great communication from host.
Stayed 60 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Aleta Z.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
The neighborhood is fabulous. So much to do and so many great restaurants and shops nearby. The apartment has lots of storage so you can really move in and feel at home. The kitchen is well equipped and there are throws and extra pillows around that makes it even more comfortable. The apartment is spacious and bright. Highly recommend!
Stayed 30 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mary T.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely stay in the city
This apartment is wonderful. The location is perfect, and the landlord/owner is so nice! Amazing month there.
Stayed 30 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

karen m.

Liked: Cleanliness
Month long stay
I arrived quite early in the morning and mark and Renata worked hard to ensure an early check in. I was given a direct texting line if I ever had issues to which I was always helped out immediately. Once, I needed a can opener and 30 minutes later one was delivered to me. Also, the management checked in with me to make sure I had everything I needed. The apartment is clean and spacious with large windows and a private patio with a table. I truly enjoyed having my tea outside in the mornings and couldn’t believe the quiet feel of this space in the courtyard. The AC units worked great, the bathroom was large and spacious. There was a sufficient kitchen for basic needs. But not a lot of counter space if you want to cook a gourmet meal. Which I like to do. However, I kept it simple and found everything was adequate for that. Also, counters and appliances were all clean and new. The bedroom is large and the closet space is grand. The neighborhood is fantastic. The Citi bike rack is across the street and the park entrance is one block away and the subway is 1/2 block away. It’s truly amazing how perfectly convenient the location is! I enjoyed many meals just a block away on colombus street, and one further block away is Amersterdame Ave with restaurants galore. I felt extremely safe and comfortable in the apartment. One more thing - The laundry machine is directly across the hall and down the stairs. It feels like it’s part of the unit. I would recommend this VRBO. There are other VRBO units in the same building. I saw 2A as well and thought it too was lovely. I would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 31 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Incredible NYC Upper West Side Apt
This was my second stay in this lovely apartment in this exciting city. Can't beat the location with easy access to Central Park, mass transportation, Broadway theaters, museums and restaurants. Rena and Mark are always available to help. Can't wait to return.
Stayed 31 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jun 2022
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4/10 Poor

Natasha P.

Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location, but in need of a deep cleaning and attention
The property is in an incredible location, as other reviewers stated. Both Central Park and the subway are very close. Also, for an apartment in Manhattan, it's a good size. That said, when I arrived, the apartment was not clean. The bathtub was filthy, the rugs had not been vacuumed, there was a thick layer of dust on the bathroom shelves, the kitchen cupboard interiors had grime and a strange smell to them, and there were dishes still in the dishwasher from a previous tenant, the cleanliness of which I don't know. The walls of the kitchen, and other areas, had evidence of previous splashes that had never been cleaned. There were many remotes in the apartment for various pieces of equipment. Many of the remotes did not have batteries. Some of the batteries were corroded, and one remote, to the bedroom TV, had tape holding the batteries in. The ceiling fan above the bed was broken. Since there was air conditioning, the ceiling fan was not such an issue. But at one point the air conditioner in the bedroom had water dripping out of it, onto the drapes and floor of the interior bedroom. (The air conditioner was repaired the next day.) The storage spaces in the apartment (a loft above the bedroom closet and the utility closet) are repositories for cast-off or seasonal items, all of which are haphazardly thrown into the spaces. The bedding and bathroom linens are showing their wear and there is no aesthetic coordination to any of them. Many sundry items were also lacking, such as dish soap, trash bags, dishwasher detergent, or extra sponges to clean with. One sponge was provided in the kitchen. Subsequently, I went out and purchased many of these items and cleaned the apartment myself. Lastly, the owner/manager, Rena, seemed more concerned with showing/videoing the apartment to potential future candidates (She came into the apartment 3 times for this purpose, during my 5 week stay.), than she was with ensuring the present tenant was situated in a clean, well equipped, and private apartment.
Stayed 34 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct 2021
We always welcome our guests to write reviews and make suggestions so we can continue to improve our property. Ninety-six 5 star reviews validate our commitment to quality and professional service. Nevertheless, our guests should keep in mind that this is not a hotel and we can't provide similar services such as replenishing sponges, towels, cleaning supplies, room service, etc. Unfortunately, this guest had unrealistic expectations from a furnished rental apartment. Several times we asked if she needed anything and were consistently told that everything was fine. Needless to say, we were taken by surprise with this review. We were further disappointed when we realized she damaged things in the apartment and failed to mention it. We encourage all our guests to let us know if there are any issues and concerns ASAP, so we can rectify the situation during their stay. As she admitted, we fixed the A/C leak the next day, but were not made aware of any other issues.

8/10 Good

Patricia H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Apartment was exactly as shown in pictures
Overall good rental for a month long stay
Stayed 30 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Melanie A.

Liked: Cleanliness
perfect!
Exactly what I was hoping for!
Stayed 30 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

Paul S., Plano, TX

Liked: Cleanliness
December 2020 NYC
The location was excellent, the apartment nice and the owners were good to work with. The only downside was our plans changed so we asked about a partial refund but that was not given ( three weeks stay vs four weeks paid).
Stayed 28 nights in Dec 2020

10/10 Excellent

Holly W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best stay ever!
Needed a safe place to quarantine and check up on our son. Location was perfect. Close to him—steps from Central Park. Hope to be a regular visitor here.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Lynne F., Hastings, NE

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location
This unit is exactly as described. It is a great location, literally steps from Central Park. Many restaurant options, convenient grocery shopping. The building is quiet, and the unit is on the back of the building overlooking a lovely 'courtyard' area of patios and trees. Rena was a welcoming host. We would stay here again.
Stayed 32 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elisa B., San Jose, CA

Liked: Cleanliness
Great NYC apartment - wonderful location
This is a comfortable apartment in a great location. We went for walks every day in Central Park (right across the street). Subway stop is one block over. Natural History Museum and the Met museum are super close as well (not open during our visit - next time!). It is so much nicer to stay in this area instead of in the noise and chaos around Times Square. Great restaurants at the end of the block, and even more within a short stroll. We were so fortunate to find the BEST gluten free restaurant (actually 3 different restaurants side by side) 1 block away (mediterranean, bakery, and fabulous brunch spot - all certified gf - but you wouldn't know it. I asked them multiple times to confirm because the pasta, flatbread pizza, and pancakes were so good. Veggie centric and Vegan friendly as well). The apartment owner and onsite manager were always quick to respond if I had any questions or needed anything. They would even send messages on occasion just to check in. The apartment was very clean when we arrived. One note: The owners have multiple apartments in the building, so the kitchen and bathroom of the one we ended up staying in were not the same ones pictured (but were comparable, so it was fine). We did have the apartment with the small backyard balcony - a rare find in NYC, and nice to have a place to sit surrounded by greenery. The TV in the living area wasn't really functioning - but that was fine because we could stream on our computers and weren't in NYC to watch TV anyway. I would definitely stay at this location again.
Stayed 15 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

evelyn l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Comfortable apt near central park
Really enjoyed this apartment! Tall ceilings and big windows make it open and light. Comfortable bed and couch. Balcony that seats 3 Under big maple tree on inner side of apt a delightful getaway from the city. Central park a half block away. Many excellent restaurants in easy walk-or quick delivery. Owner responsive and easy to work with. Hope to stay here again.
Stayed 16 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nasrin M.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Beautiful Gem!
This is far and away the best AirBnB at which we’ve ever stayed! Excellent hosts! Wonderful location! Beautiful apartment!
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2020

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Best of both worlds in Manhattan
Peaceful neighbourhood and right next to Central Park gave us our recharge after a day of sightseeing and shopping which is so close. Subway to midtown and downtown is only 30sec away. Take a walk around the neighbourhood and you feel like a local with unique shops and New York style living. We will go back to Mark’s apartment anytime. Best laundry is on 82nd next to Broadway. Zabars on Broadway gives you the best selection of food.

8/10 Good

Hidetoshi T., Kamakura, Japan

Liked: Cleanliness
Nicest location!
The location is really nice! Not only for sightseeing but also for us to run NY marathon. Easy access for both subway and bus made us lots of visiting various places laces from downtown to uptown. Also from the goal of marathon we could be back within 10 minutes walk after 26.2 miles run. As to the everyday life, supermarkets and wine shops are easy ly accessible and we could enjoy cooking almost everyday which can make cost conscious people like us happy enough. Thanks to Mark we could enjoyed New York for which we appreciate! Hidetoshi
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Darlene A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Will Come Again
Fantastic location!
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sheila K., Houston

Liked: Cleanliness
Great, clean, updated apartment and location!
Perfect location for our fall break - close to Central Park, restaurants, subway, etc. Very clean and comfortable. We loved the newly renovated pluses about this apartment (kitchen, bathroom, HVAC, etc.) and there was plenty of storage for our things! The new AC mini-splits were very nice and worked well (although we didn't need it too much with the cooler weather most days). It was also nice to look out the windows and see trees! We would definitely stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tom r.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice property and location
Planning to return
Stayed 8 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kerri S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Apartment in Upper West Side
Pros - This is a great apartment with loads of space, amenities and comforts - particularly aircon in summer! Location is everything - back of building so quiet with lovely tree filled outlook, safe neighbourhood so no problem walking at night, close to 81s street subway to easily get downtown/uptown, walk to Columbus, Amsterdam & Broadway (with Zabar's grocery/deli - a must! & subway) and lovely walk across Central Park to the museums. Not a con really but be aware that the shared washer and dryer are coin operated and take quarters only. There is a laundry on 83rd st (near Columbus) that does washing, drying and folding for half the price - bargain!
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sean T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location!
Place was great, clean, and a sub-one minute walk to Central Park and the subway. Would stay here again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Betty B.

Liked: Cleanliness
From check in to check out everything was prrgect
A wonderful property and we hope to return soon
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Anthony B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect apartment for the New York experience!
Perfect location! Steps from the subway and the park. Very spacious and well appointed. The property manager was always accessible and answered all the questions we had. Would definitely stay again next time we are heading to NYC.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay on UWS
Enjoyed our stay in this well-appointed, clean, and perfectly located Upper West Side apartment. Plenty of room for our week-long stay in New York. Less than a block from the subway, and so close to Central Park and museums. Great neighborhood restaurants and shops nearby. Hope to return again soon!
Stayed 8 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michael F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great experience
We really enjoyed our stay in this well located apartment - just great

10/10 Excellent

Robert C.

W. 82nd St. apt.
Good apartment. Helpful management. Excellent location.

10/10 Excellent

eduardo h.

Location..Location
Can't beat the Upper West Side of NYC. Plus subway and bus 1 block away. Apt is very well furnished and has everything you need for a great stay. Groceries within a couple blocks fantastic restaurants in the area all within walking distance. We have used the apt several times and plan on using it again.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2019

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen Q.

Quiet, relaxing and comfortable. Responsive owner.
We were there for the holidays and was nice not to be in a hotel. Heat worked well for those reading reviews where heat was an issue.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kellie D., Austin, TX

Lovely property in a perfect location.
I have nothing but positive comments about this lovely rental. The space is very sunny, the bed is comfortable and the bathroom is updated with plenty of space. The kitchen is fully stocked, as well. The location could not be better with Central Park and the Natural History Museum a stone's throw away. The subway is nearby and there are plenty of restaurants and shopping within walking distance. I will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Fantastic Location
We really enjoyed our stay at this Central Park West townhouse. Great location and the owners were very nice. Very quiet street and very close to Central Park as well as restaurants and shopping on Columbus Ave. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2018

6/10 Okay

David S.

A cozy nook on the West Side
The apartment was generally as described. The manager, Mark, was on property, and graciously made himself available to address my concerns. Regrettably, the heat was not working properly for a few days, and the apartment was quite cold during that time. Mark provided portable heaters, but they did little to make the unit as comfortable as it might have been, had the heat been working. Otherwise, the apartment was comfortable, clean, and well situated to enjoy the Upper West Side and its many attractions.
Stayed 14 nights in Nov 2018

10/10 Excellent

Kelley H.

Excellent property with very attentive host! We enjoyed our stay and hope to return.
The property was clean, updated, and as advertised. We felt safe walking around the area and enjoyed the location.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Lena P., Athens, Greece

Sunny and pleasant apartment with a very "homey" feel.
The apartment windows are open to an inner court with trees, away form the hustle and bustle of NYC. If you wish to be on the upper west side, the location is very convenient, next to the park, one block away form the subway and close to amenities and restaurants. Would stay there again!
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dom B.

New York City stay
Property is very clean, spacious and comfortable. Also a great location.I plan to try and stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

eduardo h.

Fall in NYC
Great location. .quite. .public bike station across the street for riding in Central Park. Apt clean and spacious. Lots of places within walking distance for shopping and eating. Plus many NYC sites within walking distance.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2018

8/10 Good

James M.

great location. Five minutes to Central Park.
good place
Stayed 13 nights in Jun 2018

8/10 Good

Christian M., Vancouver, Canada

Great comfortable appartment at a great location
First time to New York and this apartment helped make it a memorable experience. Very busy during the day so being able to hang out and relax at this comfortable and quiet apartment was great. Renate helped us with an easy check-in process which was nice after the long flight. It is located one block form the subway and the National History museum. The Guggenheim and the Metropolitan within walking distance and so was Amsterdam Avenue with many restaurants. Overall great comfort, location and service. Would stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2018

10/10 Excellent

Dixie L.

Wonderful location!
This apartment is in a wonderful location. Practically right next to Central Park, 1 block from Museum of Natural History and a 10 minute walk through Central Park to the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Half a block from the subway. Beautiful, safe (a police station is a block away) street with all the stores and restaurants you need within a block or two. The apartment is spacious with a lovely little balcony. And you won't believe how quiet it is! The apartment we stayed in was on the second floor. The shower was only a handheld shower which was difficult for my husband as he has a disability. Mark and Renata were kind and helpful and we are very grateful that we were able to have a late check-out. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2018

6/10 Okay

Madeleine D.

Great location, but…
As you will read in all the previous reviews, the location is perfect! We´re a retired couple and we appreciated having everything within a short walking distance. We also appreciated being able to check-in early! BUT… we were given a different apartment to the one pictured in the listing. With no explanation... We expected an apt on the first floor, whereas this one was 33 steps up from street level, on the second floor (rather hard on the elderly). We also expected a nice modern bathroom, and this one was a real disappointment. It was only when we got back that I thought to look up the listing before writing my review and saw that, although the décor is similar, the photos show three windows in the living room (we had two), a modern bathroom, different kitchen, different bedroom… Should you be “given” this apartment, it´s really nice anyway: large living room with two sofas, dining table with six chairs, fully fitted kitchen, super comfortable mattress, two large LED TVs, and very quiet. As I mentioned, we were dissatisfied with the bathroom. The broken grout around the bathtub was full of mold, the inner lining of the shower curtain also had mold, the outer curtain was stained, the tub didn´t drain properly, the bathmat hadn´t been washed since the previous occupants, and a corner of the cabinet mirror was broken and jagged. I sent Mark a message pointing out these problems and asking him to come around before we left, and if he´d answered me I wouldn´t mention them now. But as there was no reply I want to let you know what the situation was the first week of May, and hopefully those minor issues will have been solved for the next guests. Other than that, I recommend this apartment and would be happy to stay there again.
Stayed 9 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
We are saddened to hear that this guest some issues and would like to clarify. The apartment that was reserved had a plumbing issue that occurred prior to their arrival and the contractor wasn't able to finish in time. We explained this and gave an option to cancel the reservation. When she saw the other apartment, she loved it and didn't express any concern. Meanwhile, the initial apartment is 10 steps from street level and this one was additional 15 steps so not sure how she counted 33 On a separate note, She called us on many occasions to explain how to use TV, fan, etc and were never told of any issues which could have been immediately resolved during her stay. We always encourage our guests to contact us if they need anything. Though she did contacted us a night before she checked out to see if we need to inspect the apartment, we asked if everything was OK and was told that everything was fine and they had a pleasant stay. So we informed them to just leave the keys in the apt. In the end of the review she wrote "Other than this issues I recommend this apartment and would be happy to stay there again."

10/10 Excellent

Angelique C.

great location
Great location, particularly for children - near the park, natural history museum, and there's a great public library a few blocks away. The apartment is clean, cosy and very quiet. Very comfortable beds - both the main beds and the sofa beds. Good bathroom, strong shower. Plenty of books, including books for children. Excellent wifi. We didn't use the kitchen as there was good food to take out on nearby Amsterdam ave.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018

8/10 Good

Robert C.

Good stay
Good landlord. Apartment was nice. Right size space for two people. Would stay there again. There was an issue with the heat but the landlord found a work-around for it. Noisy neighbors upstairs (lots of walking around) but otherwise quiet. Mobility-impaired people might have a problem because there are 10 stairs from street to foyer.
Stayed 8 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

eduardo h.

Great location, and quiet no street noise. Roomy and well furnished.
It was just the 3 of us my wife, daughter and myself. Plenty or room for all of us. Sleeper sofa was comfortable and bed in bedroom was perfect. Unit was clean upon arrival and well supplied. Linens towels ect. No noise from upstairs since that can be a problem in older buildings. Unit in back on ground floor so no street noise either. Overall great stay and great location.
Stayed 9 nights in Mar 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tim A., Washington, DC

Great Comfortable Apartment in a super location
My wife and I and our dog spent three weeks at this lovely one bedroom apartment in January of 2018. Mark, the owner, was very accommodating and available when needed. The apartment's location a few steps from Central park made it easy to live there with the dog. The quiet neighborhood, proximity of the subway and short walks to restaurants, coffee shops, groceries and cleaners earned this apartment a "five star" for location alone. The apartment does not face the street, so it is very quiet. Kitchen, though small, is well stocked, but we ate out every day so did not fully utilize the facilities. Apartment is clean and comfortable with plenty of space for storage. Bed and linens were of high quality. Bathroom is very modern, light and clean. Apartment is on the first floor, so the only steps are those up to the front door of the brownstone. The best review I can give an apartment is that we will return. We will return here.
Stayed 21 nights in Jan 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sharon K.

Wonderful Stay!
The apartment is great! Location is a quiet street about 1/2 block walk from nearest Metro stop. Close to restaurants and Zabar's grocery. Our family of 4 (kids are college age) stayed for a week comfortably. Mark was terrific in responding to any questions quickly! We hope to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2017

10/10 Excellent

Patricia C., Fort Collins, CO, USA

Beautiful apartment in perfect location!
My daughter and I stayed at this beautiful apartment during our fun trip to NYC. The apartment is totally clean, the mattress and pillows make for wonderful sleep, the subway is less than a block away so we could get anywhere we wanted to go quickly and safely, and there was always Uber & Lyft cars available whenever we needed them. There are lots of wonderful restaurants just one and two blocks away and Central Park was half a block away. We felt safe walking the streets in this area. The manager, Mark, was there to welcome us when we arrived and available anytime if we needed him, which we didn't because there were no problems! And he was there when we left to thank us for staying in his apartment. PERFECT APARTMENT IN A PERFECT LOCATION!! I would definitely stay here again!!!
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Barbara W., Fort Collins, Colorado

Large one bedroom apartment in outstanding upper west side location.
This is a large apartment exactly as pictured. We were a family of 3 joined by 2 other family members for a couple of nights. There is a large bedroom with lots of drawer and closet space and the living room has a futon couch and a pull out sofa so plenty of sleeping space for all. The table and 6 chairs worked out well for meals and the kitchen was fine for light cooking. The apartment looks out to the back so no street noise. The location was amazing - just one block from the Museum of Natural History and we walked across Central Park to the Met and Guggenheim museums. Plenty of restaurants and shops within a couple of blocks. The apartment managers were nice enough to let us check out late which gave us basically an extra day in the city. We did require help due to cold temperatures (space heaters were available but needed only briefly until the thermostat was adjusted) and had prompt assistance.
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Dave P., Overland Park, KS

Quiet place with great location
This is a quiet place with a great location. It is hard to believe that an apartment can be this quiet in New York City. Central Park and subway stop are only a block away. The manager was very responsive to a couple small requests we had. The bathroom is extra nice. We highly recommend this apartment. -Dave
Stayed 9 nights in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mary G.

This posting was accurate and honest. I loved our apartment and would stay there again.
This apartment was perfect for our vacation to New York. It is in a lovely location, very spacious and quiet. We look forward to staying there again.
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2017