Orestes
1 Stop fr. Manhattan! Private Suite,Landmark Block
Queens, NY, United States
$130/night
Summary
Private room, dedicated bath and a separate entrance. Totally renovated Queen Anne Historic Townhouse Home on a safe, Landmark Block. Only one stop from Midtown Manhattan! Enjoy the rear private Garden at breakfast time. Beautiful tree lined,quiet street. 4 subway lines ( E, M, 7 and G ) are one block away! Great restaurants, supermarket and cafes nearby.
Space
Beautifully renovated bedroom suite in 1890 Townhouse on Landmarked block, only 5 minutes from Manhattan. Dedicated entrance under stoop to foyer leading to bedroom suite assures privacy (my daytime office/library is in the rear of this floor). Includes one double bed (sleeps 2), & one thick futon sofa bed (sleeps 2 addit'l ).Microwave, small refrigerator, coffee maker in room. THERE IS NO TV. NO COOKING . WIFI available. A friendly, medium sized dog (Gus) is on the premises. Private Bathroom (walk-in shower stall big enough for two). Soap, Shampoo, Clean towels, hairdryer provided. Housekeeper once a week. Beautiful rear garden access to enjoy store bought breakfast. Close to East River waterfront promenade , MOMA/PS1 Museum, restaurants, shops, food market, laundry, post office. Currently four subway lines available only a block away ! Many films and TV series were filmed on the block during the year, including classics like 'Sex & The City, The Sopranos", and currently, "
Description
Private room, dedicated bath and a separate entrance. Totally renovated Queen Anne Historic Townhouse Home on a safe, Landmark Block. Only one stop from Midtown Manhattan! Enjoy the rear private Garden at breakfast time. Beautiful tree lined,quiet street. 4 subway lines ( E, M, 7 and G ) are one block away! Great restaurants, supermarket and cafes nearby. Beautifully renovated bedroom suite in 1890 Townhouse on Landmarked block, only 5 minutes from Manhattan. Dedicated entrance under stoop to foyer leading to bedroom suite assures privacy (my daytime office/library is in the rear of this floor). Includes one double bed (sleeps 2), & one thick futon sofa bed (sleeps 2 addit'l ).Microwave, small refrigerator, coffee maker in room. THERE IS NO TV. NO COOKING . WIFI available. A friendly, medium sized dog (Gus) is on the premises. Private Bathroom (walk-in shower stall big enough for two). Soap, Shampoo, Clean towels, hairdryer provided. Housekeeper once a week. Beautiful rear gar
Neighborhood Overview
Beautiful historic block, lined with old trees and turn of the century residential townhouse architecture. The neighborhood has a great number of places to eat, including Italian, Peruvian, Thai and Chinese food, and the typical American Diner (COURT SQUARE DINER) thats open 24 hours. The LIC CORNER CAFE, around the corner, serves homemade pastries and sandwiches. LIC MARKET serves the freshest most innovative food in Queens. Film & TV crews are always filming on our block. Time-Out Magazine rated it "The 3rd Best Block in all of NYC!" We are a 12 minute walk to the new Gantry State Park, a $30 million Riverwalk Park with stunnung views of Manhattan.
Notes
Towels, Hairdryer, Soap, Shampoo provided.
Transit
Verty convenient to Manhattan, which is only one stop away! 3 lines( E, M, 7,) go into Manhattan,one line ( G ) goes to Brooklyn (Williamsburg and beyond). Airport connections from JFK, La Guardia and Newark are easy (JFK and La Guardia are the fastest). There is street parking in the evenings, although you can easily park at a garage 2 blocks away.
Access
Direct access under stoop to hallway that leads to your private room. A dedicated, luxurious bathroom is next to room. In the rear, a professionally landscaped garden can be used to enjoy breakfast & quiet time only. Smoking allowed in rear garden (till 10pm).
Property Details
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Rules
No smoking inside. No outside guests. No cooking. Appreciate taking off street shoes inside room. We have an old dog, so no pets please.
231 Reviews
I had an excellent time at Orestes' place in NYC. Quiet place with a private entrance to come back home at whatever time you want without disturbing anyone. Laundromat around the corner and the closest subway is literally one block away, where the 7 train goes all the way into Times Square. Also two blocks away you have the E train that also goes into Manhattan and the G train that goes into Brooklyn. In the area there's still a cozy and cheap diner that's open 24/7, a few stores to get supplies and a few other places of interest. Location was excellent, 10 minutes away from everything. The room was great and packed with a mini fridge, coffee maker, TV, a sofa, full size bed and walk-in closet. There was also a private bathroom that had everything you needed and a very good shower. There's also a garden out back where you can go outside in the mornings and just relax, eat breakfast, etc. Orestes was a great host and gave me a lot of good spots to go sightseeing. Good person to chat with and quite knowledgeable about the city. I think that for the price, you simply can't get any better.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a great host and a nice guy. The room was clean, comfortable, and cozy. Also, his historic home is gorgeously decorated, really reflecting the level of detail that Orestes has in ensuring a nice experience for his guests. The location was very convenient - easy parking and 1 block away from the subway. We had a great time staying here and I would definitely recommend it!
Jun 27, 2019This is very upscale and chic lodging in Hunters Point. Everything about the room is positive, especially the warmth and friendliness of the host. It is convenient (less than 2 blocks) to the subway and I was in the city in 10 minutes. Lots of restaurants within walking distance and small coffee shops, laundromat, delis, etc. It is a safe area, and you will especially love the totally restored units to the 1880s feeling, but with modern conveniences.
Jun 27, 2019Great space, fabulous garden and very private. My visiting inlaws stayed there and were very comfortable. I would recommend to anyone.
Jun 27, 2019My stay with Orestes couldn't have been better. He is a warm, kind and gentle person with a fabulous place and a sweet dog. I enjoyed being surrounded by beautiful artwork in a serene and rich environment that was created in Orestes' vision. If the weather had been warmer, I would have spent some time in his garden oasis. The location is convenient to midtown and Brooklyn without the Manhattan price tag. Plus, there's a great coffee shop/restaurant around the corner and an authentic 24hr. diner in the neighborhood.
Jun 27, 2019The host canceled my reservation 10 days before arrival.
Jun 27, 2019I had a great time staying here with my family. Orestes was extremely nice and thoughtful of us as guests. The room is lovely and the bathroom is great. As a whole it was a relaxing week here. With a beautiful garden and access to everything we need regarding accommodation. Better than any hotel I would say. And Orestes I thought I left my shoes there. They are pretty old anyway so you can throw them out! Thanks!!
Jun 27, 2019Great host,great location. I hope to stay there again very very soon!
Jun 27, 2019We wanted a place to stay close to everything but quiet and comfortable and we got it. Orestes is a great guy and his place is beautiful. We could be in central Manhatten in10 minutes, the 7 line is a 2 minute walk just around the corner. But when we were tired we could relax here, in perfect peace and quiet. We always felt safe and welcome. Thanks Orestes- we'll definitely come back.
Jun 27, 2019What a wonderful holiday and a wonderful place to stay! We were unsure about staying in Queens is opposed to Manhattan, worried that we might feel slightly out of the way, but we had absolutely no need to worry at all - the subway is round the corner (next to the best chinese take-away ever!) and really does take you to the thick of it within ten minutes. There is also a lovely river walk about 15 minutes away which give you the most wonderful views of Manhattan, and there are loungers to relax on at the waters edge! The house is absolutely beautiful (you can tell Orestes is an architect), you have your own front door and the room is plenty big enough (I stayed with a friend - she slept on the double futon which was very comfy). It also has air conditioning. The bathroom is stunning, with a huge steam room/shower, and it is not shared with anyone else. We were given plenty of fresh towels most days. Orestes' office is on the same floor and then the back garden is just lovely - a great place to sit and eat a takeaway or, as we did, sit and have breakfast. As a host Orestes was faultless really! He was very friendly and helpful, and we enjoyed telling him about our day - he was happy to recommend places to see and to eat, but also totally respected our privacy and we felt would have probably left us totally to our own devices if we'd wanted. He also had a lovely little dog called Kiki! There was no weird faff with deposits or cleaning fees, everything was simple and wonderful. I honestly can't wait to go back and I want to take all of my friends. Don't hesitate to stay here. Thanks Orestes, it was fabulous x
Jun 27, 2019My husband and I stayed for a week in January; the room and bathroom were warm, very clean, visually appealing, and comfortable. We met Orestes briefly, as he was out of town most of the time, and he is extremely hospitable and helpful. Chris, who was around the rest of the time, was also kind and available for any questions. The location is convenient to a grocery store, decent diner, and several subway lines; it's pretty simple to get to Queens, Brooklyn, or Manhattan. Future guests should be aware that while the guest room itself might be non-smoking, the rest of the house isn't. Most of the evenings the cigarette smoke was unavoidable, though not too bad if you kept the door to the guest room shut. (Being first-trimester-pregnant, my nose and nausea levels felt sensitive to this, but I imagine it wouldn't be an issue for most folks, unless you had asthma or some other sensitivity.) On whole, it was a good home base for our week in New York; everyone was friendly and the accommodations were nice.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a great host! He was very helpful with any questions I asked him, and I had a lot :) It was my first time in NYC, and he definitely made it easier with his recommendations (especially when it came to public transportation.) He has a beautiful home. I wanted to take that shower home with me! Heaven! Great location too! The E train and 7 train were about a block away, and there is a 24 hour diner right around the corner!
Jun 27, 2019We stayed two nights at Orestes' and it was, from far, our best AirBnB experience ever. The very spacious room is in a Queens historic district (very close to 5ptz, PS1 Moma and a typical American Diner...). We had everything we needed (wifi, clean and big private bathroom, comfortable bed...). We absolutely recommend this place (which is only one stop from Manhattan - Lexington Av. /49th).
Jun 27, 2019In the beginning we wanted to stay at a hotel in central Manhattan, but fortunately for us we saw Orestes room on the internet and it was an even better place to stay. It was great to be able to withdraw to the Queens peace and quiet after a long day in Manhattan - and only one subway stop away. Orestes house is located in a historically beautiful street and the room is comfortably furnished with a touch of creative people. Nice bathroom with a shower big enough for two and the sunny garden was beautiful. It was nice to meet Orestes and Cristiàns hospitality, helpfulness and kindness and Kikki, the dog of the house, always greeted us welcome. We felt very welcome and our expectations were fully met. We will certainly return to this place again when we visit New York next time and can only give our warmest recommendations to this place.
Jun 27, 2019A dream week in a fantastic place and a great guy named Orestes. Everything was much more than expected including the location just one stop from Manhattan by the airtrain/subway. Hope to go back there as soon as possible. Thank you Orestes.
Jun 27, 2019Great host, very nice and understanding. Location was fantastic and interior photos don't do the place justice, its even nicer than it looks. Lots of good restaurants in the area too.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was an amazing host. Very welcoming and warm and was able to give us advice for train routes to take and restaurants to visit! His house and the room were amazing. His place is very clean, comfortable, and extremely well decorated! We loved the amazing shower and the adorable dog! I can say without a doubt, that we'll be referring some friends to him and if we have the opportunity to come back to New York again we will definitely be staying here again. Highly recommended!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a great host. His place is amazing. The room is more like a suite in that it has a couch to watch TV in addition to a very comfotable bed. There is also a small fridge and coffee machine. During our stay the temp was over 100 degrees outside but the room has great A/C so we were very comfortable. Also, the room is super quiet. The bathroom is fantasic....huge! Great dog named KIKI too. The location is 1 block away from the 7 train. You can't beat this. 10 min to Grand Central Station and Central Park....15 min to Times Square. The neighbor hood has many great places to eat. I highly recommend LIC Cafe which is 1 block away. This is the ONLY place to stay in NYC!!!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a very friendly and helpful host. We felt very welcome at his place. The location is very convenient for a city break in NYC and especially Manhattan with 5 subway lines only a couple of walking minutes away. The room has all you need and the bed was very comfortable. Thank you Orestes - we will come back!
Jun 27, 2019About location: Great location! 5 min from Manhattan. Great neighborhood with laundry service, few market places to provide us all we needed and an Indian restaurant right over the corner. 3 minute walk to the subway! About the house: Great room! big. with A/C, T.V, fridge and coffee table. Towels available in the room and in the shower. All clean and neat. Big private shower. Big beautiful yard to enjoy breakfast. Perfect. We really enjoyed staying there. About the owner: We had a nice conversation over the phone. I felt comfortable with my decision to book his place .Orestes the owner had his friend Gabbi waiting for us when we arrived. She guided us through out our visit and made us feel at home. She was kind enough to spend time on the computer, explaining us where to go and how to get there, as well as many important tips that made the difference in our trip. We were lucky to have her.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes and Christian are great hosts and would love to come back and stay with them. Great location and quiet. The shower is AWESOME!!
Jul 27, 2019just gonna start by saying "amazing"!! we had such a great time at Orestes home and what a lovely home it is. we received a warm welcome and were made to feel at home. Everything about our stay couldn't have gone any better. Orestes gave us plenty info about the area, highlighting interesting places to eat and gave us travel advice which saved us a bit. We have kept in touch and will be going back next year. We just wish we were still there. Many thanks Orestes Was great meeting you!! Adam and Sinead.
Jun 27, 2019The house located near subway only a few minutes walk. The room is comfortable and restroom is clean. I will stay here again if I plan to visit New York. Thank you Mr. Orates for a lovely place to stay,
Jun 27, 2019Designed by a gifted mind this place is an amazing spot to start discovering New York. The rooms and lavatories are very clean and it is obvious Orestes and Christian care about their home! It's very close to a Metro station which takes you to 5th Avenue and Central Park just within minutes. Well, when there isn't a superstorm approaching where most of the public transport gets shut down. But luckily we survived Sandy and felt very safe at this place. And on the day of our departure Orestes was kind enough to take us to that one Metro station which startet operating on a low level routine again and made it easy for us getting to Manhattan. However, as half of NYC was without electricity during our stay we have to come back and will hopefully stay here again!
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time in Orestes .I can highly recommend staying with him.The place is great,very close to Manhattan ,and we were glad choosing that place over the other and the cost connecting with being there.The place is very well designed .I wish I could be that talanted,but I will steels some ideas anyway.We had great chat and helped us when needed,other wise we felt as we were there on our own.Book with confidence.
Jun 27, 2019This was my first experience with an Airbnb stay and it surpassed my expectations! Orestes is a gracious host who made me feel very welcome, taking time to show me his home and tell me about the area. His home has a wonderfully warm ambiance that is reflected in the room (and private bath!) I stayed in...both clean and spacious. This historic street is a beautiful neighborhood setting and two subway stations (there might be more but I was just getting my bearings!) are within a few minutes walk that take you right into Manhattan. This Airbnb experience made for a perfect mini-getaway! Thank you, Orestes!
Jun 27, 2019Two words alone would be enough to describe staying at Orestes...Simply Amazing!!! Orestes’ home exudes a special warmness, also thanks to its interesting décor which comes from the mind of two very talented people. Orestes and Cristian are wonderful, friendly and warm hosts; they made us feel extremely welcome and at home from the moment we arrived. As for location, we couldn't have asked for a better one. The triplets are ideally located on a quiet historic street where we could rest peacefully after long days spent out & about, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. There are loads of nice restaurants (try LIC Market if you get the chance, great food & atmosphere!) and shops close by as well as a 24/7 diner; just minutes away from Manhattan by subway (with multiple train choices) and only a short walk away from the best view of the skyline you'll experience by far! The room itself is perfect in size, comfortable and very clean; it also has a sofa, TV, mini fridge, coffee maker and walk in wardrobe which, albeit small, is extremely handy! The bathroom has the best shower ever, amazing ...I still miss it & wish I could have taken it back with me ;) Last but not least, there is a lovely garden at the back where you can unwind, soak in the sun or have breakfast al fresco! We really couldn't have wished for better! Thank you Orestes and Cristian for opening your home to us and for making our stay perfect. Already looking forward to my next stay :)
Jun 27, 2019Staying in Orestes' suite was a great treat. It is comfortable, immaculate, and very tastefully and interestingly decorated. The bathroom/shower is amazing and there is a lovely outdoor garden in the back for when the weather is good. Orestes was welcoming, friendly, and helpful, but not obtrusive -- an ideal host. Long Island City is a very interesting location, lots to explore, and the proximity to Manhattan could not be better. We will most definitely try to stay with Orestes on our next visit to NYC.
Jun 27, 2019What a great location and comfortable, clean and charming place to stay for a visit to NYC. All is just as presented in the description for this location. Easy to get to from the airport, great location for use of the subway, safe and attractive, good food within one block and quiet, friendly accommodations. You will not be disappointed if this is your choice. Orestes is a wonderful responsive host.
Jun 27, 2019A great place to stay! The suite is very comfortable, cosy, clean and quiet with a lovely garden and perfectly suited in a beautiful street. And it is well located: very close to the metro (3 lines lead directly to midtown Manhattan) and good restaurants. Orestes was very friendly and gave us lots of interesting tips for NY. This Suite is the perfect place to discover NY and was an excellent home to us. We highly recommend it.
Jun 27, 2019Our family of 3, including our 13 year old daughter recently stayed at Orestes' beautiful home. The room and bathroom were very clean, spacious and very comfortable. Sitting outside in a lovely garden having breakfast is something I would never had expected to do. The location is fantastic, we loved the quiet of Queen's and the short walk to the metro which quickly got us into Manhattan. Orestes and Christian were very helpful and excellent hosts who made our trip run smoothly. I wouldn't hesitate to highly recommend it to others and the next time I am in New York it would be my first choice.
Jun 27, 2019Very nice house and Superb location. Our family did enjoy great stay in Orestes House. It is good choice and we will definitely choose this house for next trip to New York.
Jun 27, 2019Very nice location, perfect for us. We really enjoyed staying with Orestes, he was very helpful and the house is just wonderful. Location if perfect (one stop from Manhattan, 5 mins walk to the subway) and the neighborhood is very nice and safe. The room and the bathroom are beautiful and breakfast in the garden was great.. but beware of the mosquitos, they love European tourists :D
Jun 27, 2019I was very disappointed with my first airbnb experience. I was expecting an intimate local experience with the benefit of getting an insider's take on my first visit to the fabulous city that is NY. Unfortunately, Orestes was away on holidays (which I only found out when I rang him a day before I arrived) the whole 5 days I was there. He said a good friend (who introduced herself as his neighbor) would be living there instead. The first day a non-English speaking house-cleaner was there to meet me to pass me the keys. Because I spent the first afternoon sightseeing I arrived to a quiet house at 10.30pm and spent the first night not knowing who was in the house. The next morning at the first sound of noises/footsteps in the house I went upstairs to wait to meet 'the neighbour' before she headed off to work. This was the only time I saw her in my stay but awoke every morning to the sounds of multiply people coming in and out of the only entrance which is through the bottom front door right next to do the guest bedroom. I was never told who was going to be in the house and by the end of 5 days I counted at least 5 people, one other guy living in the same house (who never introduced himself), a dog walker and work colleagues of Orestes who made use of the 2 workstations in the same level as the bedroom for at least 2 of the days. One work collegue was working until 1 am one morning. Considering there is an opaque ceiling to floor window in the bathroom which is clearly visible from the working area I didn't feel comfortable taking a shower at night. Also my "private" bathroom was used by the work colleagues. Although I was out for most of the days, due to the wooden floor boards I could hear people walking/stomping around late at night and early mornings. The photos are accurate, the house is nice. However, the room you stay in is on the basement level along with 2 work place areas. There were written rules left including one never to lock the front door when you were inside (otherwise you can lock others out!). I never heard from Orestes, was never offered help or advice and had no communication who had access to the house. Disappointing considering all the rave reviews. I would have felt safer and got a lot more personal attention and clearer communication staying in a hotel. My girlfriend who also stayed a couple of nights was also disappointed by the fact we were sightseeing 'blind' and that we had no idea who was in the upper levels of the house. For safer, more personal attention and less wasting time on subways I recommend staying in a hotel around East Village. P.S. my bed sheet was covered in dog hairs.
Jun 27, 2019We had a great stay at Orestes beautiful home. The roomes were exactly a described and we felt very at home and warmly welcomed. After a long day in Manhatten it was great to get in the subway for few minutes and relax in the quiet place, especially the garden.
Jun 27, 2019An extremely helpful and welcoming host into a house that we loved. The design features were fantastic and the shower is by far one of the best I have seen. Orestes is a very knowledgeable and courteous man and I would advise his house to any b2b costumer. We can't thank him enough for his help and hospitality. Hope to return one day
Jun 27, 2019Nuestra estancia ha sido confortable. Gran suite con una ducha excepcional. Orestes es un gran anfitrion y ofrece una gran confianza. Te da toda la informacion que le pidas. Conocimos tambien a 2 amigos suyos Ray (escritor, le regaló un libro a mi hijo) e Ignacio muy atentos y educados. Teniamos todo lo necesario para el aseo (toallas, jabones,..), con nevera, cafetera con cafe,,, , seria interesante tener un pequeño microondas. Sin duda recomiendo este sitio, metro a la vuelta de la esquina(1 min.), supermercado, buen barrio.. Es tan tipico y bonito que una noche rodaron una pelicula en la puerta de la casa. Si vuelvo espero hospedarme en este sitio con Oreste. Our stay was comfortable. Large suite with a fantastic shower. Orestes is a great host and provides great confidence. It gives you all the information you ask. 2 also met his friends Ray (writer, gave him a book to my son) and Ignacio very attentive and polite. We had everything you need for grooming (towels, soap, ..), with refrigerator, coffee maker with coffee,,,, it would be interesting to have a small microwave. I definitely recommend this place, metro just around the corner (1 min.), Supermarket, nice neighborhood .. It is so typical and pretty shot a movie night at the door of the house. If I look forward to staying in this place with Oreste.
Jun 27, 2019My daughter and I were so pleased that we chose Orestes's beautiful place in Long Island City Queens for our First B&B experience . He was there to meet us and he had allowed us to arrive an hour early. It was clean and airy and plenty of space allowed us to spread out . He let us settle in and offered to help out if we needed anything. He also let us have our privacy, although he does use the downstairs space for work, it is not noisy or intrusive and we weren't there much in the day. We had a split stay in NY and the first leg we stayed in an impersonal Mid Town Hotel - Just like any other city BUT Staying in LIC Queens was a real treat, it is so unique and very close to the river, has awesome city skyline views plus we worked out the subs easy enough and it was as close as he says. It only took us 10 mins on the sub to get home at night!. You walk that much at least to a hotel, and Subs are everywhere. It was really nice to come home to a quiet space every night. We also appreciate healthy food options and found really great food at a quality., modern Food cellar supermarket in Long Island City! it was awesome with a huge range of wholesome, organic salads and healthy choices and only 5 mins walk. I would absolutely recommend you consider staying here, in a beautiful street, with quiet neighbourhood, a lovely, rare city garden as a treat and so very close to Manhattan. It is great value all around. Orestes was polite, respectful and helpful as a host. Thanks again Orestes. Catherine. Brisbane
Jun 27, 2019This was our first experience with Airbnb and for sure not last. I can’t imagine better place to stay, really Orestes was perfect host. Unfortunately we do not have time to discuss more as we had been exploring city, but believe that this was not last time we had meet Orestes. :) Orestes was every time available for our questions and helps us so much. I also really appreciate his big help during last day in NYC as we have been returning from East Hampton and need to leave our luggage for few hours due to late-night flight. Orestes helped us without any discussion. Perfect for me was that not even house was beautiful but also Orestes is person you can rely on. Before this experience we have been in NYC but we stayed in hotel, but as I said, no more! For everybody looking for place to stay in NYC this should be first option. I nearly forgot the location (Website hidden by Airbnb) You have peace for sleep but so close to Manhattan. “Just one stop from Manhattan.” – exactly, take line 7 to Lexinton Ave… My impressions from whole stay at Orestes’s beautiful house are hart to describe. I will remember this for long long time. Unfortunately also our stay had one big disadvantage: we had to leave. :))) Orestes: Really thank you for everything. I am really happy to know you. RETURNING TO NYC? ONLY TO ORESTES’S PLACE! (Website hidden by Airbnb)
Jun 27, 2019The reservation was canceled 13 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.
Jun 27, 2019We loved our stay in Queens with Orestes. Beautiful apartment, fantastic location just a few metro stops from Manhattan, Orestes was very kind and welcoming. Without a doubt will stay with Orestes again next time we are in NYC.
Jun 27, 2019Great place to stay- very conveniently located, quiet (for NYC), and all-around pleasant. Good host with good communication and nice space. Orestes himself is considerate and pleasant.
Jun 27, 2019We had a great stay at Orestes place! The bedroom and bathroom were super clean, linen, towels and dishes were kindly provided. Perfect alternative to Manhattan as Times Square is just few minutes away with the subway. Very nice garden to have breakfast in the morning! Highlight was the amazing shower, wish I had such a bathroom myself!
Jun 27, 2019Nous avons adoré notre séjour chez Orestes, tout était idéal : tout d'abord parce que c'est un hôte très accueillant, sa maison est magnifique, l'emplacement est très tranquille, situé dans une rue calme et on ne peut être plus proche du métro ! Les lignes de métro étaient parfaites pour se déplacer dans tout Manhattan et il y a même l'East Ferry à quelques blocs, suggéré par Orestes, qui nous a permis de découvrir les rives de l'East River sous un autre jour. Malgré nos horaires "très touristiques", Orestes est venu prendre de nos nouvelles et a su nous conseiller dans nos visites. Nous recommandons donc fortement de séjourner chez Orestes. We really enjoyed staying at Orestes' home. Everything was perfect : Orestes is a very welcoming host, his house is magnificient, in a very quiet area, and peaceful street, you can't be closer from the subway ! Metro lines were perfect to move across all Manhattan and there was even East Ferry a few blocks ago, as Orestes suggested us, so we could discover East River sides. Even with our very "touristic hours", Orestes came to take news from you and he gave us advices. We recommand strongly to stay at Orestes' home !
Jun 27, 2019Superbe maison a 1 station de Manhattan. Grace a Oreste, mon sejour a New York a ete formidable. Tres discret il est la si besoin et il m a aide tous les matins a preparer mon programme avec de precieux conseils... Je recommande vivement cet hebergement. J y retournerai avec tres grand plaisir !
Jun 27, 2019Tracy and I had a wonderful time in New York and Orestes made it unforgettable with his generous hospitality. This was our first time using airbnb and we can't be happier with experience. The room and bathroom was nice and clean, the bed comfortable, and everything was to our liking. The room was exactly as we expected. He even called us a car when we needed to get back to the airport. The subway station was a five minute walk and we got in and out of Manhattan with ease. We were very grateful for your hospitality. We hope to see you again in the future. Thank you again!
Jun 27, 2019My wife, my 2 daughters and I recently stayed at Orestes’s place and we had a great time. The bedroom and the bathroom were very clean and comfortable. Our visit was wonderful!. He is an excellent host, very kind, and was very helpful with any questions we had. Orestes, thank you very much!.
Jun 27, 2019To resume, is was PERFECT !! Nous étions à la maison ! Chambre très comfortable, spacieuse, une salle de bain désign avec une cabine de douche IMMENSE ! A 2min du métro et 15min de Manhattan, idéal pour les journées intenses sur l'île de Manhattant et le calme de cette maison qui est sublime et dont le son vous transporte grâce aux musiques latines/jazzy ! On a eu l'occasion de partager la fameuse dinde de thanksgiving avec nos hotes, un moment inoubliable ! Je recommande ce logement si vous aimez le calme, le comfort et l'art. Cette maison est chaleureuse et pleine de découverte avec des objets d'artes, des peintures et de magnifique photo a découvrir dans toutes les pièces ! Encore merci Orestes pour ton accueil, nous reviendrons sans hésiter !
Jun 27, 2019It was amazing stay in Orestes's house. A peaceful and inspiring place. The area is safe and Manhattan is just a subway station away. Near the house you can find supermarkets, restaurants and more.The room is very clean, well decorated, spacious and the bathroom too. Orestes helped us a lot with advices about places and location. We felt very comfortable at his house and we totally recommend Orestes's house to all in Airbnb. Hope return another time. Maybe in the spring! And please, if you decide to come to Rio, please.. let us know! Thanks for everything Orestes! Amanda & Adriano
Jun 27, 2019After many guests we even had with AirBnB, that was our first time as a AirBnB guest ourselves - and it was a really great experience. The room and the house of Orestes are exactly as shown at the pics. It´s a great renovated townhouse, perfect located in Queens - Long Island City, just two metro-stations away from Times Square. In contrast to have the stay in Manhattan it is very quiet and relaxful there. The Metro is just 2 minutes to walk and after a few minutes more you are in midtown manhatten. Perfect! The bedroom is very cozy and the own bathroom - with the biggest shower we´ve ever seen - is awesome and very clean too. Orestes is a perfect host. He is very friendly, helpful and has many inside tips to get to know the "Capital of the World". For every New York-Visitor we just can recommend Orestes and his great location and would love to come back. Thanks a lot and all the best!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes’ place is very unique designed and decorated. His space is filled with the sense of art.Orestes is very knowledgeable and also warmhearted.Highly recommend!!
Jun 27, 2019We loved staying at the Private Suite in Long Island City. The bedroom and bathroom were both nicely decorated, spacious and functional. I can imagine in Spring or Summer we would have relaxed and enjoyed the weather in the beautiful landscaped garden. It's just one stop from midtown Manhatten, so you do have all the advantages of being close to the city. We also enjoyed walking along the shore with the Manhattan Midtown skyline view and taking the ferry. We can certainly recommend Orestes' Private Suite!
Jun 27, 2019We stayed at Orestes' place 4 nights at the end of March and we're very happy that we've chosen to stay with him. The location is ideal: a couple of minutes from the nearest Subway station (which takes you in a couple more minutes across the water) and very quiet. You also have a lot of space: large bedroom and a bathroom with a huge shower. Unfortunately, it was too cold to sit in the garden but it looked lovely from the outside! Orestes himself was very friendly and always happy to help us out with suggestions or advice. If you're happy with staying outside of the city center, I would definitely recommend Orestes' place!
Jun 27, 2019Gorgeous house, lovely room, amazing shower, friendly host and very practical location! It's only one easy subway stop from manhattan and it's situated in a lovely neighborhood. As an added bonus, the Chrysler building pops up in the view down the street. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you, Orestes!
Jun 27, 2019Our stay was great, the room is very nice, the shower is incredible, and the location is amazing : quiet, very close to Manhattan : different subway lines around the corner giving you very quick access to all of Manhattan, the view a few streets down is incredible : skyline at night a must see. Enough restaurants around the neighbourhood, to have a good choice, as well as quiet a few bars also. For those on a budget there is a grocery store a quick walk away called the food cellar, you can eat pretty good hot food at a bargain. Orestes is a very nice person helpful, quiet and kind. I hope we will go back to New York one day with our children, it will be hard to find a place as good for the four of us. To resume if you are looking for a place close to the action in a quiet area THIS IS THE PLACE!!!!!!!!
Jun 27, 2019Notre séjour à New York a été rendu très agréable par l'accueil et le logement d'Orestes. L'habitation est très confortable et très accueillante au sein d'une maison aménagée avec beaucoup de charme. Orestes est quelqu'un de discret et disponible. C'est de plus très bien situé, tout proche d'une station de métro pour se rendre à Manhattan (une station plus loin) . Il y a des boutiques juste à coté , et un excellent "Diner" typique pour se restaurer.Nous en avons bien profité. Nous recommandons vivement ce logement calme alors qu'il est si proche de Manhattan. Merci à Orestes.
Jun 27, 2019The bedroom and shower at Orestes'house is really clean, confortable and very nice! The house is only five minutes from the metro and it was very easy and fast to go to Manhattan. There are many restaurants around the house for breakfast, lunch and diner too. Orestes is very discreet, friendly and helpfull, he has always good advises for where to go and see. We really recommand his house for everyone who whants to come in New York and we hope we can come back one day to visit Orestes!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a nice person and a great host. He was helpful while he provided us privacy. We had a great conversations (workshops) which was very insightful. The place was neat and comfortable, the garden just wonderful, a cafe there among the trees and beautiful flowers made us happy. It is close to two metro stations with eating places and with subway Manhattan was really just couple of minutes. All in all it was a excellent choice. Thank you Orestes
Jun 27, 2019Our first trip to New York couldn't have been better. This was mainly due to the wonderfull place of Orestes. The facade of the building is really as lovely as on the picture, the bathroom even better. The bedroom offers enough space for all your stuff. Orestes helps you if you want. And if you'd prefer more privacy, that is also good. One of the best assets of this place is the location. Within a couple of stops you can get anywhere - from Manhattan to Brooklyn and Williamsburg. Stock up at one of the supermarkets close by and take the train to one of the best cities we've been to. An absolute recommendation!
Jun 27, 2019The house is absolutely amazing, but the most amazing thing is how warm, nice and helpful were Orestes, Chris and Delilah. Highly recommended. We'd love to stay back with you, guys :) Thanks!!! Give some hugs to Kiki from us!!!
Jun 27, 2019N'hésitez pas à séjourner chez Orestes. Sa maison est propre, calme et très joliment décorée. Elle est également bien située, à une station de métro de Manhattan. Nous avons également profité du jardin pour prendre notre petit déjeuner. Le soir, il est très agréable et reposant de manger dans le Queens en face des superbes grattes ciels éclairés. Corinne et Jeff
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a very good host. Very thoughtful and well organised. Even though he wasn't around for 3/4 of our stay, he made sure everything was in place for us and made us feel at home. He was also kind enough to share his dog Kiki, his study and workspace with us. The listing was as we expexted. The bedroom was spacious even though we had 3 pieces of luggage. The shower cubicle and bathroom was really nice and a good size. Orestes' s home is set in a pretty tree lined street. It is in a very convenient location. Going uptown or downtown in NYC was easily accessible by taxi or the subway. The train lines no.7 or E and M pretty much covers access to most parts of NYC
Jun 27, 2019The stay was really great- a beautiful house right in the middle of Queens, close to two subway stations and great restaurants. We really enjoyed our stay there! The room and bathroom were also perfect and comfy. Manhatten is reslly close as well.
Jun 27, 2019Für unseren ersten Besuch hätten wir keine bessere Unterkunft finden können. Pour notre premier séjour à NYC nous ne pouvions pas trouver de meilleur logement. Das Haus hat Stil und ist liegt in einem ruhigen Viertel. Das Zimmer ist für 2 Personen komfortabel und ruhig, das Badezimmer sehr schön und modern mit sehr großer Dusche. La maison à du style et se trouve dans un quartier tranquille. La chambre est pour 2 personnes confortable et tranquille, la salle de bain est belle et moderne avec une très grande douche. Orestes ist sehr angenehm und freundlich, diskret aber immer bereit, jede Frage zu beantworten. Hat uns einen sehr guten Tipp fürs Abendessen in „seinem“ Viertel gegeben: LIC (Long Island City) Market. Sehr gute Küche, nette Atmosphäre, freundliche Leute. Orestes est très agréable et gentil, discret mais toujours prêt à répondre à nos questions. Il nous a donné une bonne adresse dans son quartier pour le repas du soir à quelques pas de chez lui » LIC-Market » : très bonne cuisine, bonne atmosphère et accueil chaleureux. Mit der U-Bahn sind wenig Schritte vom Haus vom Haus entfernt und ein paar Stationen weiter ist man bereits in Manhattan. Wirklich ideal ! Avec le métro à quelques pas vous vous retrouver au cœur de Manhattan en quelques minutes. Vraiment idéal ! Als Gartenfreund möchte ich noch erwähnen, dass Orestes einen wunderschönen großen Garten im Hinterhof hat. Je ne voudrai pas manquer de signaler le très beau jardin d’Orestes. Vielen herzlichen Dank - Un grand merci - Thank you very much Orestes. Margit (D) / Patrick (F)
Jun 27, 2019Le quartier est visiblement sûr . La maison est superbe . Le jardin est immense pour un jardin en ville . La chambre est bien isolée du logement principal . Surface très confortable pour 2 personnes ( Mon fils 19 ans et moi même avions chacun un couchage de qualité ( y compris le convertible ) . Douche très grande . Placard , micro onde et petit réfrigérateur ; mais pas de possibilité de cuisiner . Le métro passe à proximité ---> Arrêt Court Square à 2mn Ligne 7 pour Times Square et ligne directe E pour prendre l'Air Train vers JFK (Website hidden by Airbnb)
Jun 27, 2019Mon séjour chez Orestes a été plus qu'agréable: la chambre est grande, avec un canapé, un petit frigo bien pratique, la salle de bain superbe avec une immense douche à l'italienne, le métro est à 3mn avec 4 lignes, un dinner, un petit supermarché, et autres pour déjeuner, dîner ou bruncher, un quartier calme à proximité de beaucoup de spots, la maison a un très beau design et un beau et grand jardin La proximité de l'East River est également un plus, en 5/10mn, vous êtes dans un "park" avec des bancs, chaises longues au bord de l'eau avec en vue le siège de l'Onu et une jolie skyline Quand à Orestes, c'est vraiment un cœur, j'ai été malade (chaud/froid du métro et air conditionné) et il m'a préparé la recette spéciale de sa grand-mère, m'a fait de la soupe etc, vraiment agréable Son ami et lui sont des personnes sympathiques, cultivées et intéressantes A recommander sans hésitation, j'espère vite les revoir Translation ;) My stay at Orestes home was more than pleasant: the room is big, with a sofa, a small and very practical refrigerator, a magnificent bathroom with an immense Italian-style shower, the subway is in 3mn with 4 lines, a dinner, a small supermarket, and other to have lunch, have dinner or have brunch, a calm borough near many spots, the house has also a very beautiful design and a beautiful and big garden The closeness of East River is also one + there 5 / 10mn, you are in a "park" with benches, deckchairs at the water's edge with in sight of United Nations, and an attractive skyline And Orestes, it is really a seweet heart, I was sick (warmly / cold of the subway and the air-conditioning) and he prepared to me the special recipe of his grandmother, made me some soup etc., really pleasant Him and his partner are very nice, cultivated and interesting people To recommend without hesitation, I hope to see them again, fast :)
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Jun 27, 2019Ottima accoglienza , Orestes persona squisita , camera bella pulita adatta ad ospitare due persone , zona perfetta (poche fermate dal centro caotico). Consiglio a tutti di provare.
Jun 27, 2019I can honestly say this was to date my best Airbnb stay, and I've stayed in Airbnb properties around the world. Orestes honestly and accurately depicts his lovely space on the site, and his attention to detail ensures you'll have a comfortable experience. Spotlessly clean, convenient to transportation, safe, quiet, affordable, tastefully decorated. Plus a must-see-to-believe backyard paradise; you'll forget that you're in NYC. I'm almost hesitant to praise it too much more for fear that it will be so booked in the future that I may not be able to get in! Orestes is a kind, creative and welcoming host whose hospitality left me feeling like a friend more than a guest. I hope to return soon! ¡Muchisimas gracias Orestes!
Jun 27, 2019He was there when we arrived, very helpful explained everything, great guy
Jun 27, 2019I greatly enjoyed staying in Orestes' home. The room and bathroom are spotless with many thoughtful touches, and the garden is wonderful. The neighborhood is safe and convenient. Orestes and his partner were very accommodating with check-in/check-out, making the whole process very easy.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes' home is a beautiful, quiet oasis with good dining nearby and a short 10-15 minute trip into the heart of Manhattan. His dog Kiki is a sweet ambassador for the place. I loved everything about this stay (except that it was too brief) and hope to return again.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a great host. His house is amazing, very well decorated and cozy. It has a wonderful shower, bad and garden. The location is also awsome, it is very close to the subway station and one stop away from Manhatan. We certaintly recommend it!
Jun 27, 2019Pros: - Orestes is a great host, friendly & approachable, I asked to print some stuffs and he kindly let me use his printer. He even gave us postcards featuring his house as a souvenir. - beautiful house with a lovely garden, conveniently located within minutes walk to the subway station, in a quiet neighborhood, with supermarket and cafes just round the corner. - The private room that we stayed is very nicely decorated and has everything from a microwave, to a fridge with plates/cups/utensils all provided in the room, making it really convenient as you don't have to go all the way to the kitchen. Room is big & spacious, with a sofa, table & chairs. Cons: - the exit of the subway station leading to the house only has stairs and no escalator/elevator. Hence if you have big/heavy luggages, it's quite a bit of work to carry them up & down. of course you can use other exits but they are further away. - the "ensuite" bathroom is not really adjoined to the bedroom, it is the next room beside the bedroom and you have to walk down the hallway to get to it. of course it is still privately yours and is a really cool bathroom equipped with different shower heads. - Unlike some hosts who left keys for you in some secret place so that you can let yourself into the house anytime you arrive, Orestes does not do that and we waited a while for him out in the cold when we arrived close to midnight. of course I communicated my arrival time to him but he was out having dinner and missed the timing. well, I guess this is all part & parcel of the little hiccups of travelling.
Jun 27, 2019Somos el Pere y la Núria hemos estado unos días en casa de Orestes agracerle primero su amabilidad y recomendar a cualquier persona que quiera una estancia en New York ir a su casa. Esta es preciosa muy bien (Website hidden by Airbnb) sensación es estar en una zona residencial a dos paradas de metro de Manhattan. Nos queda un muy buen recuerdo de dicha estancia no dudamos si volviesemos ir a su casa nuevamente .
Jun 27, 2019I stayed at Orestes' lovely place for 4 nights. It was great- conveniently located, clean, comfortable. Bathroom was particularly nice. House dog, Kiki, was sweet. Orestes was easy to communicate with and lovely in person. Overall, a great place to stay.
Jun 27, 2019This was certainly a wonderful place to stay, and the definition of what Airbnb is about. An affordable way of staying in an exciting city, in lovely accommodation that is very close to transport and good restaurants. The hospitality made me feel very much at home, and so although I was traveling on business, it made the trip feel like a vacation! Many thanks.
Jun 27, 2019Our host made us feel completely at home with a warm friendly welcome and everything described in the listing was accurate, clean linen, brochures for sight seeing was a very big help for the first time in the area visitor. I must admit the shower was to die for, not only for the visual but for what it delivers. I can not fault this listing in any way. I would highly recommend where this listing is located with 2 train stations within a very short walk to either. We will use this listing in the future. Well done Orestes.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a great host! We stayed at his beautiful home for 4 nights and enjoyed it very much. The Location is perfectly located (very close to the subway) and absolutly tidy and clean. We loved the wonderful shower and the bathroom most. I would always recommend staying at this place.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a terrific host, warm and very knowledgeable about the area. He also has a wonderful design sense, and we really enjoyed his place. The dog is great, too. We felt completely at home and also loved the museums and restaurants in the neighborhood. The location is also fantastic for traveling to Manhattan. We felt we had privacy and freedom to come and go, but also that Orestes was always available for questions or advice.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a great host.
Jun 27, 2019We had a great stay at Orestes house! Location is perfect in a nice quit street and in just 5 minutes you're in the centre of Manhattan. Orestes is really helpful if you want tips ore advise for your city planning. I would recoment this place to everyone I know.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a very nice guy and a good host. His apartment is well located (near the subway, but you do not hear it), clean and good looking.
Jun 27, 2019De buurt was okay en de foto's geven een goed beeld van de werkelijke situatie. De kamer en de badkamer waren schoon. De ontvangst was vriendelijk en de gastheer verleende de gevraagde hulp.
Jun 27, 2019Thanks Orestes for being a very kind host. The place is nice as described and clean and the location is perfect to get to manhatten in one or two subway Station. We enjoyed the morning run to the riverview because we could start our day with a great view. Orestes is very helpful and and has recommendations when needed. Kiki is a quiet cute lovely old lady (his dog) :) I think she only barked once in two weeks and that was a hello bark :) Thanks Orestes and greetings from Germany
Jun 27, 2019Orestes's place in Long Island City is really a gem. It is well situated, on a lovely street and just 1 block from the subway, so you are close to Manhattan without actually being in Manhattan. The room is spacious, with everything I needed (and more), and the bathroom is luxurious and beautifully designed. The back garden is a green oasis and was so pleasant to sit in after a long day. Orestes was a gracious host, meeting me late on the first night and even buying some essentials to put in the fridge for me. He was friendly, warm and helpful without being intrusive. Many reasons that I will go back to Orestes' place again!
Jun 27, 2019This place is a gem in the artist community of Long Island City! Thank you, Orestes, for making our stay a truly memorable one!
Jun 27, 2019yes Orestes was very pleasant , the room was most comfortable with the AC being very welcome. The bathroom was spacious with a lovely shower. The neighbourhood is great with many restaurants and shops around. Nice location to the East River beautiful vistas and access to Brooklyn and Manhatten by ferry . easy to get to the two Metro stations.
Jun 27, 2019Nous avons passé une très agréable séjour chez Orestes. La chambre est spacieuse et bien équipée. De plus cet hébergement est situé dans un quartier très calme et très bien situé : à quelques minutes de Manhattan, à deux pas de plusieurs lignes de métro (E, M, G, 7) desservant directement les principaux sites touristiques de Manhattan (E, M, 7), l'aéroport JFK (E) et à proximité d'un supermarché et d'un dinner typique. L'accueil d'Orestes était très agréable et nous recommandons donc cet hébergement sans hésitation.
Jun 27, 2019Really nice place and in a great location. We were booked to be in a room on the basement level but for our first night we stayed upstairs as the previous guests had to stay another night. That was fine with us, the upstairs room was a good size, comfy bed and a huge shower in the bathroom. The next day we did move to our downstairs room and just as nice. Good sized, comfortable bed, TV in the room, a sofa and a small fridge. Bathroom was awesome. Large shower area. This airbnb is less than 5 minutes to a subway stop that takes you right into Manhattan. Also just as close to a grocery store and several restaurants many of which are the fine dining type. Orestes left for the weekend we were there but Christian was there and was very helpful and accommodating. We loved their dog Kiki. Very friendly and quiet. We would definitely go back to this airbnb.
Jun 27, 2019An very nice place with an very spacius bathroom. The shower was very interesting. It´s very clean and the connection to manhattan was very good. Orestes is an very kind host and very helpful. It was very nice to use the garden for our morning coffee and breakfast. We had a great stay here for 6 nights. I would recommend this place for everyone. Orestes thanks for your help. I think it´s not our last time here :-)
Jun 27, 2019Orestes a été accueillant et sympathique. La chambre était parfaite et la salle de bain privative est un plus . Nous nous sommes sentis comme chez nous. Le logement est très bien situé: métro, restaurants et supermarché sont à 2 pas. Nous recommandons sans hésiter la chambre d'Orestes!
Jun 27, 2019We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here! The street and the house were absolutely beautiful, just like in the photos! Orestes was there to greet us when we arrived, and gave us a short tour of the place. He was very helpful in providing advice on things to do, and was very easy to chat to, but also gave you the right amount of space. The bedroom was very spacious, and we absolutely loved having breakfast outside in the garden every morning. We bought supplies to make breakfasts and lunches. There were no formal cooking facilities, but we didn't expect there to be and we definitely didn't need them - the bar fridge, microwave and kettle in our room were more than enough for us. We just washed our dishes in the bathroom. The bathroom was lovely! We had use of a guest computer and printer, which was really handy for sorting through photos and printing out tickets, etc. Orestes had to fly out half way through our stay, but Gabriella stayed to house-sit, and she was just as friendly and great to chat with! We loved Orestes' dog, Kiki, as well. It was a great base to come back to after a full day of exploring - it was quiet, safe and extremely close to the subway. There was also a diner round the corner that provided a quick and cheap dinner when needed. Overall, Orestes was a great host, the neighbourhood was perfect, and the house itself was beautiful - we would definitely stay here again.
Jun 27, 2019We really liked staying at Oresres' place, it's clean, comfortable and very cosy. The room is spacious and has all what you need including a few extras like a mini fridge, a microwave and a filter coffee machine. The bathroom is superb, very nicely designed and the shower is something to look forward to after a long hot New York day. The apartment also features a great outdoors terrace that Orestes is kind enough to allow access, and while he wasn't around during our stay, our host Gabriela was very welcoming and made sure our stay was comfortable and allowed for our privacy. The location is excellent, only one stop away from Manhattan with the subway station around the block. The area itself boasts a number of attractions and a few good restaurants. This will definitely be our preferred place to stay whenever we visit NYC.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes' Unterkunft war super! Besser hätten wir es in NYC nicht treffen können! Das Zimmer war sauber, groß und hatte Extras wie einen kleinen Kühlschrank und eine Mikrowelle! Noch besser als das Schlafzimmer war das Bad! Alles sehr sauber, einfach zum Wohlfühlen! Der Garten hinter Orestes Haus war toll, um zu frühstücken oder einfach nur zu sitzen und die Stille zu genießen! Die Lage der Unterkunft ist sehr zentral, nur wenige Schritten von der nächsten Subway entfernt! Diner und Supermarkt sind ebenfalls um die Ecke! Da Orestes in der Zeit, in der wir gebucht hatten, nicht zuhause war, empfing uns Gaby, die Housekeeperin! Gaby war wunderbar! Sie hat uns freundlichst empfangen, uns die Räume gezeigt und uns ein paar Insider Tips gegeben. Danke nochmal Gaby :)) Wir würden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen!
Jun 27, 2019Great location close to sculpture centre and moma/ps1 restaurants and the gorgeous waterfront overlooking Manhattan which is only one subway stop away. Quiet room in a lovely brownstone street and an architect designed shower I could live with forever. My family of four fitted and our host was a pleasure. We love the local diner but all kinds of dining a stroll away. Long Island City is a great location from which to enjoy New York.
Jun 27, 2019Overall , it was an amazing experience , being first time in New York with my daughter. The hosts , Oreste and Gabriela did all they could, so we really felt at home and safe. The description of the house was exactly as in the web site... the room was spacious, very clean and also the bathroom was itself a dream. Very quiet area, and do not forget the private garden, a beautiful spot to drink your coffee. Strongly recommended. Definitely the place to return on our next trip to New York. Thanks , Carmen & Oana
Jun 27, 2019A great place, a haven of peace, very well situated, quiet but yet two stops from the main attractions in Midtown Manhattan. You can hardly imagine the fantastic garden in the back, whre we could relax at night after the hustle and bustle in the big city. We didn't meet Orestes - wich was sad - but his very nice friend Gabriela looked after us and N.Y. without her would only has been half as good. Gudrun & Michael, Germany
Jun 27, 2019My wife and I spent 5 days recently at Orestes place and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The temperatures in New York were in the 90's the whole time, so the air condition suite was really appreciated. Orestes was a very helpful and accommodating host and helped us out with our daily touring/planning. The bedroom unit has all the amenities one would need, assuming you are there to see New York, and not simply stay in the bedroom. The location of this residence is so perfect, on a quite tree lined street, but yet a few minutes walk to the major subway lines, restaurants, convenience stores, and water front. I am a Landscape Architect and Oreste has done a wonderful job with his rear yard/garden oasis, and it was so nice to sit in the heavily landscape yard in the morning, and one would never know they were so close to Manhattan. We would certainly look at booking with Orestes next time we need accommodation in New York.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a great host. He was helpful with any questions and recommendations. The home is exactly as described. Beautiful, clean, and extremely convenient to the City. Only one stop away! I fully recommend his place for a NY visit, and will be staying there again on my next visit!
Jun 27, 2019A few days @ Home and i want to go back again already. Back to NY, but also back to Orestes!! A perfectly furnished apartment, cozy and warm. The apartment is suberbly located richt next to the metrostation which takes you in no time in the center of Manhattan. Orestes knots mand Nice spots in NY city and tells you About iT if you want. IT was our first time we have booked trough Airbnb, a fantastic experience also by the enthusiasm by Orestes, huis partner an not to mention the sweet old lady Kiki (sweet dog)! Privacy in this apartment guaranteed!!! NY is one of the best things ever happened to me. I hope to come back to NY and ofcourse with Orestes
Jun 27, 2019Staying here was a wonderful experience, not only is the place better than in the pictures and perfectly located, but Orestes was an amazing host, extremely nice and made us feel at home. Would definitely recommend staying here if you can, you will not regret it.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes took great care of my mom and sister. They really enjoyed their stay, and were very grateful for all the hospitality and suggestions that Orestes provided. Would definitely recommend!
Jun 27, 2019We so enjoyed our stay at Orestes lovely home. The bedroom was spacious and very comfortable and included a TV, mini fridge, microwave and coffee machine. Orestes' garden was an oasis where we could sit and enjoy our breakfast before setting out for the day. The location is excellent for access to the subway with trains taking us all the way into Manhatten. Orestes is a gracious host, and made us feel very welcome. If we should ever return to New York, we would definitely book with Orestes.
Jun 27, 2019We just wish we could have stayed longer. Orestes has done an amazing job of rehabilitating an historic row house and it was so great as a guest to get to feel part of the neighborhood for a brief stay. Access to the subway is from all directions, a block or less away. It was so nice to come back to the quiet green street after being in the hubbub of Manhattan. Hope to be back there next year or sooner!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes and Cristian were great hosts, they made sure we had everything we need for a pleasant stay. The place is great. Excellent location, really near the subway, safe neighborhood and a lot of facilities near the house. I hope I can come back some day.
Jun 27, 2019This was the second time I've stayed at Orestes' place and once again it was absolutely great. The house is beautifully decorated and just one block away from 3 major subway lines. Our room was spotless. There are great little cafes and restaurants in walking distance, too. Orestes is a wonderful host, always very welcoming and helpful. It felt like staying with a friend. I can only highly recommend his place.
Jun 27, 2019Great place to stay on the outskirts of the city. Away from the crazy hubbub of Manhatten but close enough to be handy to everywhere. Interesting and lovely people, a really special house and very knowledgeable host!
Jun 27, 2019Me and my sister had a great trip to NYC and enjoyed staying in Orestes wonderful suite. Its in a nice and very quiet neighbourhood, and very close to the subway. In 7 minutes we were standing at Manhattan. Orestes is a great host. Kind and with good suggestions for dining out in the local neighbourhood. We will definately come back to stay at Orestes place :-)
Jun 27, 2019My mom and I stayed 1 week at Orestes´ place and we loved it! Orestes is a great host - he gives you your privacy, but is always there to answer any question you may have. The room is very nice and cozy. Comfortable beds! The neighborhood felt save and only a short walk from the water where I went running alone in the morning. It is so much more quit than down-/uptown New York which we really appreciated. There is a lot of nice places to eat and the supermarked is right around the corner. The metro/train is only 5 minutes away and runs all the time. I/we have only positive things to say about Orestes and his place, and I/we highly recommend other people to stay there if they want to visit New York City. If I/we am/are going to New York again, I/we hope that Orestes has room for us :)
Jun 27, 2019Amazing place, excelent location , and perfect owner . What else to say but a place that will boost you NYC experience!!!! Hghly recommended !!!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a lovely gentleman, a wonderful neighbor and a vibrant businessman and artist. All of these components make him the perfect host for AirBnB. He is welcoming with genuine warmth and full details about the private room he rents and also the neighborhood, and he goes above and beyond in terms of taking care of his guests.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was very welcoming and helpful. I neglected to let him know that we were arriving later than he expected. He had to go out, but he left a key in a convenient location and made sure we had no difficulties getting in. The bedroom is comfortable and location is indeed convenient. For those addicted to connectivity, the wifi is a bit intermittent.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes and Chris were very welcoming; their artwork adds to the ambiance. While it was too cool to use the garden, this would be ideal in the summer. The room is quite comfortable and quiet, in a very convenient location, with good restaurants nearby. The wifi worked fine. We would definitely stay there again.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a great host: he kept in contact and gave loads of fantastic tips for food and stuff to do. We loved the ferry ride he recommended from Gantry Plaza Park - what a great way to get to Manhattan! The house and neighborhood are lovely. Long Island City has loads of great restaurants and cafes, and we especially enjoyed brunch at LIC Market (another recommendation from Orestes!). The house is minutes from the metro, and from there it is super easy to get to Manhattan (one stop to Mid Town). An ideal location, really.
Jun 27, 2019Our stay in Oreste's house was a perfekt experience ! It was very comfortable, clean and very quiet (we could sleep with our window open in the center of NY and be woken up by the birds in the morning !) It's very close from two subways main lines. It's very convenient after a long day in the city. There are many places to eat in the neighborhood with a variety of food from all over the world. Oreste is a very nice guy, he took time to explain us how the best way to walk around in the city and the good places to go. Unfortunately, he had to travel and we didn't see him again. But his companion Christian was there and he was as kind as Oreste. He was always ready to answer when we had a question. We lowe this place and hope we could come again. We sincerely recommend this house if you like comfort and a nice place ! Thanks you so much Oreste and Christian for your nice and kind welcome ! Sylvie and Francine, Geneva
Jun 27, 2019This was our first Airbnb experience and Orestes and Chris made it an extremely positive and memorable trip! They were easy to work with on both check-in and check-out times, even when our flight in ended up being delayed several hours. Everything matched the online description and the location couldn't have been more convenient for travel on the Subway system into Manhattan. Orestes was very helpful when it came to questions about transportation and the city itself. We highly recommend staying here on your next visit to NYC!
Jun 27, 2019Wonderful stay. Great hosts and amazing location. Very practical with the E and 7 lines. Quiet area, birds chirping in the morning, nice room and bathroom, exactly as describe in the listing. Highly recommended.
Jun 27, 2019The location was great, safe and close to 2 subway stations. We had difficulty contacting our host pre visit which we found very distressing but realised afterwards that he had some emergency. The shower is wonderful but be aware that it is not ensuite! I would definitely recommend this property.
Jun 27, 2019What an amazing place to stay! A nice and cozy private room, a terrific bathroom, beautiful artwork! But what counts even more is the host’s warmth and welcoming nature. Highly recommendable, I’ld definitely stay there again!
Jun 27, 2019Wir fühlten uns in unserer Unterkunft sehr gut aufgehoben. Orestes war ein aufmerksamer Gastgeber, ohne aufdringlich zu sein. Das originelle, gut gepflegte Haus liegt in einer ruhigen Gegend. U-Bahnstationen der Linien E und 7 liegen ein paar Schritte entfernt und man ist in 1 Station mitten in Manhatten. Das Zimmer ist zweckmässig eingerichtet. Wir durften unser Frühstück in dem wunderbaren romantischen Garten einnehmen. Ein Highlight! Kurz zusammengefasst: Die Unterkunft können wir wärmstens empfehlen und würden bei einem nächsten Aufenhalt in NY sofort wieder dort buchen.
Jun 27, 2019Thank you so much for the wonderful hospitality, Orestes... our stay couldn't have been made better! Our room was very comfortable, quiet and very private. We loved having breakfast in your lovely garden oasis. We got to really appreciate the neighbourhood and easy access to the subway system. I would gladly return! :-)
Jun 27, 2019Fantastic stay! The location as perfect, very close the the subway. The property itself was lovely, we specially liked the bathroom, very spacious. Orestes is a lovely host, he was always there if we needed any help at the same time maintaining our privacy. If we visit NY again, we will definitely stay here.
Jun 27, 2019Great place, amazingly located, kind host.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes, Thanks for being our consummate host ! Allister, Brandon (our 20mth old) and I stayed with Orestes at his gorgeous townhome on a quaint tree lined street. We come to NY often but this was the first time we decided not to stay at a boring hotel in Manhattan and we're so glad we picked to stay at Orestes! The place is just lovely, and the neighbour (that we met) was great. Very secure home and in a safe neighborhood if you are worried or new to the Airbnb experience. Orestes had great recommendations if you want to explore Queens or head into Manhattan. The home is as described but better, you have full privacy in the spacious room and large bathroom, clean, and very convenient access on the E and 7 lines (only a 2-3 minute walk). Besides the art and decor of the place, the other highlight is the beautiful garden in the back of the home. A garden paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the city, we loved kicking back and enjoying our breakfast in the garden. If you share a love of photography, art and travel/culture, you will enjoy your stay with Orestes’s as we have. Definitely would love to stay at Orestes’s again, and would recommend to our friends and other Airbnb members.
Jun 27, 2019The host canceled this reservation 24 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes es encantador y su casa muy acogedora. Nuestra estancia fue muy agradable y tranquila. Recomendo la experiencia. Gracias Orestes.
Jun 27, 2019Nice room in a beatiful house! It is a quiet, safe neighbourhood, with restaurants and shops nearby. Manhattan can be reached in minutes using the Metro. Two stations are located close by. Orestes and Cristian are perfect hosts, being there when you need them yet still allowing for privacy. We were allowed to use the washer/dryer and besides the intermittent wifi-connection, everything was fine. Kiki is a delight for every dog lover and for early risers the garden is an oasis of peace. Thank you very much!
Jun 27, 2019We enjoyed the stay a lot. Orestes and Chris are really nice guys and help with info wherever they can. Several train and metrolines are just around the corner so it is very easy to go to manhattan or to discover queens, williamsburgh, brooklyn ..... The house is perfectly renovated and the room with seperate bathroom is perfect for recovering from intense city tours. Around the corner are restaurants and bars but you have to know a bit where to look for it ( try court sqare diner, john brown bbq, also a nice thai at court square)
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was welcoming and a good host. We were very grateful for the phone calls that he made on our behalf to sort out some coach tickets and he suggested places of interest to visit. The room is large and comfortable with a microwave and cups for that all-important cup of home-made tea or coffee. The bathroom is next door to the bedroom and the shower lived up to the expectations that we had read about in previous reviews! This is a great location, very close to the subway and only a few stops from the heart of Manhattan. The neighbourhood feels like a safe, quiet residential area with a good selection of cafes and diners which are cheaper than the city centre. This was a secure and friendly base from which we enjoyed a great time in New York. Thank you, Orestes!
Jun 27, 2019The host canceled this reservation 158 days before arrival. This is an automated posting.
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Jun 27, 2019The location is pretty good, its close to the train station and there are several restaurants and grocery stores nearby. Orestes is a very nice person! Highly recommend!
Jun 27, 2019A great place to stay in NYC. Orestes is a brilliant host with a fabulous apartment. The room and bathroom are spacious, clean and decorated to a very high standard. Orestes has loads of local knowledge and was a great help to us. The apartment is in a fantastic location. The metro is a 5 min walk and we felt very safe. You can also get a really good view of Manhattan from GantryPlaza which is only 20 mins away on foot. Here you can also get a boat down the river. Another great tip from Orestes. Thank you Orestes! Hopefully be back in NYC in the future!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was very friendly, communicative, and gracious before and during our stay. Upon arrival, he gave us a nice quick tour and we got to meet Kiki the lovely dog. His place was very clean and quaint, just as described. His backyard was especially beautiful - too bad we did not get to utilize it since we were out exploring most of the days. In fact the entire block is just beautiful to walk down. Overall our stay with Orestes was very pleasant. We'd stay here again if we visited.
Jun 27, 2019You're paying for location. The place is very nice but if you're in the city exploring you will not care so much about how nice the place is. If you plan to have any guests at all this is not the place. For not that much more you can get a hotel in the city which could be a better option for you depending on your needs. But Queens is an amazing place and a very nice place to stay. We were able to walk to all kinds of food, bars, and the beautiful park on the water where you can see the whole city skyline. The "private entrance, private room, dedicated bathroom" are all right outside of the hosts home office which he will be in constantly, which is fine but the wording of his description put a larger emphasis on privacy so I guess expected more. Over all, this place is very nice but if I had to do it again I would strongly consider going to a hotel for a little more per day or gone to a cheaper Airbnb.
Jun 27, 2019The journey is very happy! Orestes"s home is very comfortable and clean. There have M/E/7 line subway to Manhattan, It takes only one stop and ten minutes .Nearby supermarket and restaurant is available .We love it and hope to live next time!
Jun 27, 2019We had a great time in NYC and in Orestes house! The location in LIC was perfect and very close with the subway to Brooklyn and Manhattan (1 stop!). We also liked the neighborhood and the beautiful historic house. The room was clean and spacious, the bed comfortabel. Above of all there is a beautiful garden where we had our own breakfast every morning. Thank you Orestes for all the good care!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes & Chris were fantastic hosts. The accommodation was exactly as described - even before arrival Orestes was extremely responsive in replying to any queries we had. The location was great - close to the subway and only 2/3 stops from Manhattan, but far enough away from the city to get away from it all. We had an absolutely brilliant time and would definitely book this accommodation again if or when we decide to return to New York! Thanks for everything :)
Jun 27, 2019We had a wonderful time in NYC and at Oreste's house. It is perfect if you want to be close to Manhattan (just 1-3 stops with the metro). The neighbourhood LIC is very nice and safe with metro stations just around the corner. The room and bathroom are spacious, clean and comfortable and Oreste is a great host with a Sweet dog. We really enjoyed our stay!
Jun 27, 2019Great location and room. Orestes was a very friendly and good host. I would come back again.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes es un gran anfitrión, no sólo preocupado de que el alojamiento fuera perfecto, si no que también tuvo la amabilidad de compartir algunos consejos geniales sobre la ciudad, lo que hizo nuestra estadía aún mejor. El alojamiento es exactamente como se muestra en la descripción, y aún mejor, espacioso y luminoso y con un jardín de sueños. Lo pasamos de maravilla junto a mi marido. Lo amamos y esperamos volver pronto!
Jun 27, 2019Perfecto.Ideal. No está en Manhattan, pero en 3 paradas cortas de metro estas en el Estación Central
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was very prompt in replying to all questions and requests. He gave great suggestions of places to see. The location is very close to MTA station - very convenient. The bathroom and towels were cleaned daily, which was very nice.
Jun 27, 2019Beautiful home, nice sized bedroom and private bathroom with a lovely large shower. Located on a very scenic street and conveniently close to transport which takes you straight to Manhattan in a matter of minutes. Orestes is a very friendly and helpful host - highly recommend for a fantastic stay in the Big Apple!
Jun 27, 2019We love this place. This was our second stay at Orestes'. The first time I was alone with my oldest (11y), this second visit with my wife and our 2 kids (9 & 11y). It is very quiet, at the same time very close to everything wih the 2 subway lines at just 1 block away. There is also a super convenient dinner at the corner. The room is cozy, the bathroom is superb. Exactly as pictured. Orestes and Christian are great guests!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was an absolutely fantastic host. The room was extremely clean and comfortable during the cold weather. He was very friendly and was always available for tips or suggestions for the city. The location is perfect. Do not confuse Long Island City with Long Island. It is only one subway stop to Manhatten and it takes about a 10 minute ride to Time Square or Grand Central. Highly recommended Orestes for any type of stay.
Jun 27, 2019Thank you for a great stay! We look forward to coming back! We would love the tv to be working next time, but everything else was great! This is a great place and very accurate description!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes' house is an absolute gem! The room is quiet, clean, large and comfortable, and Orestes and Christian made me feel very welcome in their stunning home. The back yard is an oasis of tranquility in frenetic New York. Long Island City is just one stop from Manhattan on the subway, and is very easy to get to from JFK and La Guardia, and has excellent transport links to Queens, Manhattan and Brooklyn. Highly recommended!
Jun 27, 2019This is my 3rd times at Orestes'. It is my favorite place to stay when I visit NYC. I feel always welcome. Cris and Orestes are great hosts. The proximity of the train lines around the house makes it easy to go around the city. I highly recommend it.
Jun 27, 2019As others have noted, walkable and comfortable. Recommended!
Jun 27, 2019Everything is comfortable,when I lived in Orestes's house. Specaily,I really enjoyed the bathroom that Mr.Orestes provide us. It is really clean and nice. The location is very convenience. My friend and I really like it!
Jul 27, 2019This place is the perfect location for someone looking to explore queens as well as travel into the city during their trip. The block is historic and picturesque, so close to lots of different subway lines and the room itself is very clean and comfortable! Would highly suggest this place.
Jun 27, 2019Spotless accommodation in a up-and-coming part of the city with super easy access to public transit and tourist destinations in Manhattan. The hosts were fantastic.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is the perfect host: around when needed and not around when privacy was needed. The best shower I have ever had. Beautiful artsy environment that was intriguing and gorgeous. Easy access to major subway lines with neighborhood food options. Lovely time.
Jun 27, 2019What a great find, brilliant location, 1 stop your in Manhattan. a lovely room, spotlessly clean, fantastic shower in such a stylish home. Fan, aircon, firidge everything you need for your stay. Orestes was very welcoming, helpful and I hope we are able to stay again.
Jun 27, 2019La maison d'Orestes est très bien placée entre 2 stations de métro (E/M et 7/G) et très bien décorée ! On sent la patte de l'architecte. Orestes est un hôte très sympa qui connait bien la ville et a plein de bons plans. Très facile d'accès depuis JFK et très rapide pour se rendre à Manhattan (2 stations très proches à 2min). Orestes is a very nice host, very kind. His house and the room is awesome for a couple, with a nice little garden. Location is great, easy acces from JFK, easy to go to Manhattan or Brooklynn by subway (very close to 2 metro stations). We will love to come back next time !
Jun 27, 2019Que dire sur la maison d’Orestes et de Cristian qui n’ait pas déjà été dit. Nous revenons ravis de notre séjour à Long Island City à 5 minutes de Manhattan. Tout nous a séduit : La maison se situe dans une rue type West Village mais en mieux, puisque nous avons été surpris en arrivant d’entendre chanter les oiseaux dans les arbres. Avons succombé au charme du jardin d’Orestes. Maison aménagée avec goût, très inspirante. La situation extrêmement près du métro lignes (E/M) ou (7/G). on peut facilement aller à l’aéroport mais aussi en plein Manhattan plus vite que si on y était ! La vue sur Manhattan superbe le long de la East River. Bateau one stop to Manhattan et possibilité de joindre le Williamsburg et wall street aussi Les bons restaurant alentours (Bia, LIC Market, Court square ouvert 24H/24) Le quartier riche en musées contemporains et street art (près des studios de cinéma) Mais surtout l’accueil et la personnalité de notre hôte Orestes. En effet sa gentillesse, disponibilité a fait de ce séjour un moment unique. Nous avons pu notamment partager notre passion pour le jardin et l’art. Bref tout était parfait ! Thanks again Orestes for receiving us. We look forward to seeing you again.
Jun 27, 2019Fantastic space to stay in. Orestes made us feel very welcome. The listing is absolutely perfect for getting anywhere in Manhattan. There is a Metro station right around the corner. Very convenient. The neighborhood was also quiet and felt safe. Thank you for hosting us!
Jun 27, 2019We had a fantastic stay at Orestes and Christian’s house. They are amazing. And Orestes description (and pictures) of the room, the house, the area and the direction from JFK was exactly right. They were both very helpful with hints on restaurants, sightseeing etc. Thank you for opening your home to us – hope you will let us come back. All the best to you and Kiki.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes' place in LIC is very well located and charming. The room is very big and the bathroom is newly renovated. The private entrance into their home makes it easy access in and out. We definitely recommend it!
Jun 27, 2019Great hosts and a wonderfull placefrom which to explore the City. Close to Metro and in no-time in Manhattan. I would reccomend it highly to friends and family.
Jun 27, 2019We spent 4 amazing in NYC and we really appreciated the Orestes house. Beautiful and typical house. The little garden is lovely and very useful for an outdoor breakfast (except some hungry mosquitos...). The position of this B&B is quite perfect (2 min from the subway Line E so 5 min from Manhattan) and finally Orestes is a very sympatical host, always available. Thanks, hope to come back again.
Jun 27, 2019We looooove staying at Orestes', this is our second time and it was just as great as the first but with the bonus that we already knew Orestes was an amazing host so it was all easy peasy. Room is just as pictured, huge, clean, bathroom is amazing and you can't beat the location. Hope you are well Orestes, Juan says hi and we'll see you again soon!
Jun 27, 2019As advertised. Lovely street. Subway access to Manhattan is excellent. We really only slept there which it was perfect suited for. Accommodating and friendly hosts. Thanks!
Jun 27, 2019Great location and wonderful hosts!! We loved our stay here.
Jun 27, 2019My first trip to NYC was fantastic!! My son and I were so blessed by our gracious hosts!!! Thank you both so much for your kindness...we are so grateful!!!
Jun 27, 2019Excelente ubicación de la casa, la atención de Orestes es excelente y hay un buen jardin disponible para los huespedes. Transporte publico a solo 1 cuadra. En fin muy recomendable.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes's place was great, the best we've been to so far. It's just like the pictures: pretty, spacious and clean. He made us feel at home right away and gave us some good tips to eat and go to. If you need him, he's always available. The location is great as well. The subway is literately around the corner and not far from Manhattan. We really recommend this place!
Jun 27, 2019We really loved our stay at Orestes's. The bedroom and the bathroom were both really large and confortable. The house was very tastefully decorated, and really close to the subway. Orestes is very welcoming and kindly answered to all our questions. We will definitely come back! Thank you!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was an excellent host. The room was large and comfortable, the bathroom was lovely and everything was clean. The location was fantastic, it was so quick and easy to get everywhere we wanted to on the subway which is right around the corner. We had a great stay and would definitely recommend staying here.
Jun 27, 2019The house is just few stops out of Manhattan, in a residential area, with the chance to take several subway lines to reach different points of the city easily. The room is comfortable, as the bathroom too: it would have been great to have the access to the bathroom straight from the bedroom, because you need to walk through the entrance to the working studio, but Orestes has been always very nice and left us our privacy and spaces. He is a great host, very precise and available to give tips and indications. Next to the house there is a supermarket, an American diner, Coffee shops, there is everything you could need during a vacation. It's a good solution for people visiting NYC and not spending lot of time inside the house and for who likes to live more as a resident than as a tourist.
Jun 27, 2019We had six fantastic days in Orestes charming house and with Orestes as the perfect host. Nice, friendly, many good advices, as walking tours, what to see, where to eat etc. Nice to stay in a part of NY, where people lives. In addition, easy to take the subway to Manhattan, being in the center of this interesting town – and nice to come back in the evenings in a quiet atmosphere. Al the best recommendations to the place, and Orestes! Henrik and Rikke, august 2017
Jun 27, 2019We had very comfortable and convenient stay!! Thank you so much!
Jun 27, 2019Great location, so close to Manhattan. Room is spacious and very comfortable. The shower is phenomenal - multiple heads and a steam function. Cris was lovely and very helpful. We highly recommend Orestes' home and would return.
Jun 27, 2019This places is amazing, located in a very convenient and safe area. The hosts are very friendly and always willing to help!
Jun 27, 2019We stayed for three nights. As first time travelers to NYC, we wanted to be close to or in Manhattan. We chose this property because it was close to the city but allowed us to escape the hustle and bustle. The property is only a minute walk from Courts Square metro and the subway goes directly into Manhattan. 15 minutes and you're in Times Square. It is quick, cheap (about $2.50 one-way) and convenient. An Uber or taxi from Downtown is about $30. The neighborhood itself is quintessential gritty Queens but did not appear dangerous and the street itself is beautiful and quite. The room exceeded our expectations. We thought it would be a small space, but it was the size of a standard hotel room. It was clean. It has a mini fridge, microwave, couch, double bed and air conditioning. The bed was soft and the room was quiet. The bathroom was fantastic. A proper bathroom with big shower, plenty of hot water - plus a sauna feature. Both Orestes and Cris were wonderful hosts. They were accommodating to our requests and were very welcoming with their home. They lived upstairs, allowing for privacy as well as access to free wifi and most of the whole bottom floor. We were also offered full use of the courtyard at the back, which would be perfect for breakfast in the sunshine or to read a book. This place is a definite gem and we would highly recommend staying here again. Thank you again, Orestes and Cris for your kind hospitality.
Jun 27, 2019Merci à Orestes et Christian pour leurs explications, précisions et propositions de visites, notamment une entre Le Queen's et Brooklyn fort sympathique! Ils sont disponibles et très accueillants. Le calme de la maison est salutaire après les journées de visites entre-autres dans la fougue de Manhattan! Nous avons pu profiter du joli jardin pour les petits-déjeuner et ce fut bien agréable! La maison est très jolie et rapide d'accès pour Manhattan! On vous le conseille vivement. A&C
Jun 27, 2019Orestes's place is great!!! Location, get around is easy, love the LIC market Orestes recommended. Had brunch there twice! I definitely recommend you to live here! Its truly a good experience and I can't ask for more!
Jun 27, 2019The listing made it sound like it was a private room on the lower level of their home that they do not use. It said private door entrance which I believed would be our own and we would have a room in a location they never came to. The room is next to their office space and they were there quite often playing music and working. The entrance was the one they used and was not private. I feel they made it seem quite different in the description. They also have no instruction about checking out and so we just left in the morning to catch our flight and then he sent me kind of a rude sounding message saying that wasn’t the right thing to do and he deserved an explanation. It did not meet expectations at all.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes and Christian are welcoming og positive hosts. Close to the subway, big room with private big bathroom. Refrigirator and microwaveoven in the room. Quiet and safe neighbourhood. TIP: use the Citibikes to go round New York. You see a lot more this way.
Jun 27, 2019Great place for people looking to experience New York City. It’s close to Manhattan while also being a quieter neighborhood. Orestes is an excellent host and had many great recommendations for places to eat and sights to see. Definitely would come here again.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes's place is really convenient for anyone visiting NYC. Close to a transport hub and walkable it's a great jumping off point regardless of your plans. Orestes is also a fantastic host with a wealth of information about his city. We had an amazing trip, improved by having an amazing place to stay.
Jun 27, 2019I loved staying with Orestes. The location was unbelievable, and on a block I always wanted to live on (looks like something straight out of Sesame Street). Super close to the trains. I made it to the center of Grand Central in 12 minutes. Highly recommend! And Orestes is a wonderful artist as well... I would have loved to see more of his work. Maybe next time...
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was an amazing host. He went above and beyond to share local knowledge on everything from trains and best places to eat. The location is superb, literally a 2min walk to the subway which takes u directly into Grand Central/Times sq and one arrives every 5mins. If we were to do this trip again we would definitely stay here. The accommodation is fantastic, quirky décor which we loved, comfy bed and an amazing shower. Thanks a million.
Jun 27, 2019Sin dudarlo reservar el apartamento de Orestes, tanto por su cercanía con Mahattan como por la amabilidad y el excepcional trato que tiene que te hace sentir como en casa, mi viaje en Nueva York ha sido increíble y parte es por Orestes.
Jun 27, 2019We found a comfortable bed and futon, and a luxurious bath. The location was quiet while at the same time close to the subway. Directions for my trip from JFK were clear and helpful. I highly recommend Orestes’ place.
Jun 27, 2019A beautiful room and fantastic host!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a wonderful host - very welcoming and friendly. The room itself was clean, cozy, and comfortable, and the location was excellent with easy access to the subway line. Would definitely recommend staying here on your trip to NYC.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is kind, thoughtful, and wonderful!
Jun 27, 2019We stayed with Orestes for a week and have nothing but good things to say. Clean with a large bathroom and bedroom the accommodations were great. Communication with Orestes was simple and quick. Thank you!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is a very nice guy, with a very nice place to stay. Clean and big room / bathroom and a beautifull garden. Location is perfect. 1 minute walking from the metro and 10 minutes from Times Square with the metro. He is happy to give you al the information you need as well as more then enough privacy to get your rest. It has been a great experience, both the city as the accommodation. Kind regards, Pieter
Jun 27, 2019The house is amazing and comfortable, especially the bathroom! The host is also friendly and approachable. Host can arrange the check in / out time based on our needs :)
Jun 27, 2019Orestes es un anfitrión muy amable,tiene un lugar realmente muy bonito, cómodo y limpio. La ubicación es buena tiene 3 líneas de subte cerca y es muy fácil llegar desde el JFK. Gracias!
Jun 27, 2019Muy lindo lugar, la casa es acogedora, muy cómoda y limpia. Orestes es atento y preocupado, un muy buen anfitrión. La ubicación inmejorable, a una estación de Manhatan. Nos llevamos un lindo recuerdo de nuestra estancia allí.
Jun 27, 2019Sehr nette kleine Unterkunft mit sehr netten Gastgebern! Die Lage ist perfekt und man ist sehr schnell in Manhattan!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a wonderful host with an absolutely beautiful home. The space was exactly what we needed for our stay & the bed was super comfortable. And honestly, it is by far the BEST location if you want to spend the day in Manhattan-a quick & easy 10 minute subway ride to Midtown.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes's house is a lovely place to stay while visiting the Big Apple! Thanks once again.
Jun 27, 2019Très facile d'accès depuis JFK. Appartement proche du métro, 10 mn de trajet pour rejoindre Manhattan. Nombreuses possibilités de restauration à proximité.
Jun 27, 2019The location is on a historic classic block in Queens. The subway is around the corner. Manhattan is just minutes away. The Court Square Dinner around the corner serves great food, big servings at great prices. The Thai place next to the doughnut place is good to. There are several quality dinners within a couple of blocks. It is a much greater value to dine in Queens than Manhattan. At Time Square around Broadway and 48th we ate often at TSQ. Awesome ,delicious big servings. Strong Long Island Ice Tea for just 12 bucks. Can't wait to comeback!
Jun 27, 2019We stayed for a week at Orestes place. It's a nice place to stay and close to Manhattan. Very nearby are 2 metrostations, and it's a short walk to the East River where you can take the ferry.
Jun 27, 2019Nous avons séjourné 10 jours chez Orestes et c’était parfait. L’accueil s’est fait en présence de l’hôte. Nous avions pu communiquer facilement avant notre arrivée sur les lieux pour fixer quelques détails. Ensuite tout au long du séjour Orestes a été très disponible pour nous, il nous a donné quelques conseil sur notre séjour et ce que nous devions absolument faire. Même si nous sommes dans une maison habitée la chambre est isolée et avec sa propre entrée donc c’est paisible. Hyper bien desservie en termes de transports avec 3 lignes de métro à 5 min à pied de la chambre. Une vue magnifique sur Manhattan et l’East River à 10 min à pied. Idéale au coucher du soleil :) possibilité de prendre le ferry aussi comme moyen de transport pas loin ! Bref tout les avantages de NY avec des hôtes à l’écoute mais pas envahissant :) je recommande vivement cette adresse !
Jun 27, 2019Really friendly hosts. Location is really peaceful, quiet and very easy to get into the city using the subway.
Jun 27, 2019Great place! Very close to the subway. Orestes was very amiable and we felt like our space was respected. This was our first shared Airbnb experience and it went very well!
Jun 27, 2019I enjoy staying with them. And It was very convenient to go to Manhattan :)
Jun 27, 2019Orestes's home is a great place to stay if you want to live like a local! Most would think Long Island City is too far from all the action from Manhattanx but that's not true! It's only 3 stops from Times Square, and you avoid all the hustle and bustle. The home is a 1t minute walk to the ferries, and you will have a chance to look at the spectacular city from across the water. Mind you, if you are not ready to socialize, this place is not for you! You will have privacy in your own space but the host does work out of the home office beside your quarters, so you might hear each other when you're both on the same floor. My husband and I were more than happy to chat with Orestes and get some local tips from him so that's a big plus. Overall, it's a great and convenient place to stay and to get an authentic New Yorker experience!
Jun 27, 2019Excelente anfitrión, el inmueble es muy bonito, tal y como aparece en las fotos, la ubicación excelente, sin duda una opción inmejorable para visitar NYC.
Jun 27, 2019Expect a charming host, a nicely decorated and well appointed room, and an excellent location.
Jun 27, 2019Location is so perfect and minutes away from the noise of Manhattan. Easy to get to from airport, 1 subway stop to Manhattan, and incredibly great hosts!
Jun 27, 2019Very fine place, very well connected by subways (3 lines), the room is big and quiet with AC. The private bathroom is luxurious. The hosts are very prevenants and gave good advices. It's the place to be to explore NYC in peace!!!! I recommand++++
Jun 27, 2019Excellent emplacement : pratique d'accès depuis et vers l'aéroport JFK, plusieurs lignes de métro situées à proximité, quartier calme et reposant, beaucoup de commerces utiles. Salle de bain spacieuse et agréable. Propreté impeccable assurée par Orestes et sa femme de ménage. Disponibilité et réactivité de notre hôte. Nous n'avions pas bien compris l'annonce. Nous pensions que l'entrée indépendante était à notre usage exclusif ce qui nous assurerait une meilleure intimité et que notre hôte utilisait l'entrée située à l'étage. En fait, c'est une porte qui est empruntée par tout le monde : voyageurs, hôte et amis de l'hôte. Cela ne remet pas en cause notre séjour, c'est une mauvaise interprétation de notre part. L'avantage certain est que nous savions lorsque notre hôte s’absentait.
Jun 27, 2019Nice location - excellent host. We enjoyed this stay in the home of Oreste.
Jun 27, 2019Great location within LIC. Everything as described and pictured. Only sorry that the weather didn’t permit use of the lovely garden!
Jun 27, 2019We had some nice days in Orestes apartment. The location is perfect - near East River.
Jun 27, 2019You can expect a specious room, a large and very well equiped bathroom and a large garden. The subway is very nearby and Manhattan by metro is less than 10 minutes. JFK by metro and AirTrain is about 1,5 hour.
Jun 27, 2019This is a great place to stay. The accommodation is ideally placed for visits to the Big Apple. Situated in Queens, the historic house is beautifully cared for. Your own private entrance leads to a spacious room that is clean and comfortable. There is a small fridge and microwave, a large bed settee and a very comfortable bed. It was a nice touch to have a dressing gown to use when accessing the well equipped bathroom which adjoins the bedroom. Orestes was brilliant at communicating with us and although we didn’t get to see him in person, his partner Chris was so friendly and helpful, giving us great advice regarding restaurants and places to see that we felt like honoured guests throughout our stay. I booked this accommodation on the basis of previous reviews and i certainly have no reservation about recommending a stay here. Thank you Orestes and Chris, we hope to come back.
Jun 27, 2019This Airbnb is a great place to explore NYC and surrounding areas. It’s only 1 stop from Manhattan, (it’s actually closer to Manhattan than some of Manhattan!). Orestes is a lovely, friendly, and welcoming host. We also had a special doggy welcome from Gus, which was lovely.... a home is not a home without a fur baby! The subway stop is also really close, a 2 minute walk. To be honest, I could have spent my whole stay in NYC in that shower, oh my god... what an amazing shower and a gorgeous bathroom. The attention to detail is great too, with lovely artwork. Oh, and there’s a traditional diner around the corner that serves lush breakfast! Thank you Orestes for a lovely stay and for some great tips. If you’re ever in Wales, we’d love to return the favour!
Jun 27, 2019My wife and I had a wonderful stay at Orestes’s place. The room was very comfortable and with an entrance right off the hall we felt comfortable coming and going. All the amenities were great and the house had a wonderful design. The location is central to many great restaurants and the subway to midtown. I personally enjoyed burger garage and the micro brewery fifth hammer, both right down the street. All of this added up to a wonderful stay for my wife and I. This is a part of NY everyone should experience once.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes place is wonderful. The location in Queens is excellent, just a few minutes walk to the metro that gets you in to the city in a few minutes and JFK in about 40 minutes. The room is very comfortable and a lovely bed. The bathroom is exceptional, with large shower and steam room. There’s a microwave and refrigerator provided and a few coffee sachets. Whilst the room is private, it is adjacent to Orestes workshop, which is fine and has direct access into his apartment upstairs. The area is safe and nice to walk around. It’s only a 10 minute walk to the ferry terminal too and I’d recommend doing that as it’s a nice walk along the river too to the next stop down. We also thoroughly recommend the Court Square Diner around the corner for any time of day, the breakfast is amazing. Will certainly return next time we’re in New York and recommend.
Jun 27, 2019My sister and I shared the room for 5 nights. We found Orestes to be very friendly and helpful. He has a very calm demeanor and we felt like we were staying with an old friend rather than a stranger. The room is comfortable and quiet, and the shower in the bathroom is the best! Very close to trains and you can also walk to Gantry Park and take the ferry to Brooklyn or Manhattan.
Jun 27, 2019Everything was just perfect. The house was located in a very safe place, near by subway stations. The room was really large and spacious, and the bed was also large and comfortable. The host provided ample bedclothes, pillows and towels. The best thing about this house was that it was extremely clean. The restroom was equipped with steamshower(!!) and was also very clean. The host had a high level of sensitivity in art, so the whole house was decorated with beautiful pictures and props. He was also very kind and did not cause any inconvenience in staying. The picture he took in the garden will be the biggest gift of my life! If I ever come to New York, I will definitely stay in this house again.
Jun 27, 2019Our stay at Orestes' place was great! The location is really good to explore NYC - we just needed 15min to get to times square. The room is really comfortable and we felt like home! Orestes was always kind and helpful. We can highly recommend a stay at his place!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was a good host. The room was exactly what we expected and it was nice to have private access to it so we could come and go without disturbing the family. He recommended a diner where the food was great. We would happily stay there again.
Jun 27, 2019Great experience and great value!
Jun 27, 2019Orestes was very kind and helpful! He was eager to help when needed and gave great recommendations! He even gave us fresh towels throughout our stay. We enjoyed it greatly!
Jun 27, 2019Chambre grande et propre. Salle de bain magnifique ! Station de métro aux deux extrémités de la rue à 1 minute à pied. Commerces proches. Manhattan atteint en 15 min de métro. Très bon emplacement et super rapport qualité prix ! N’hésitez pas !
Jun 27, 2019Orestes is an amazing host and his home is beautiful (with an amazing shower) :). Furnished with art collected from around the world, we loved the cozy interior and comfortable bed. Located a heartbeat away from Manhatten, you will not regret staying here. Literally zero complaints.
Jun 27, 2019Orestes muy atento y muy servicial ante cada situación, la verdad es que es un lugar para quedarse y disfrutar de la cercanía con todo.
Jun 27, 2019Everything perfect .. I will be using this apt in the future
Jun 27, 2019It was a great experience. I like the interior decoration, which is very artistic. Corridor painting is also very meaningful. The bathroom is nice and it's convenient to take a bath. The landlord is very nice, too. If you have any travel questions, you can ask him. Anyway, thank you very much.
Jun 27, 2019Cozy space with an amazing bathroom! The outside garden is stunning even in the snow. Amazing breakfast spot just a block away. Orestes was super nice and welcoming.
Jun 27, 2019