1BR Apt Walk to Central Park & Columbia University

Discover the perfect blend of comfort and convenience in this cozy one-bedroom apartment. Located just blocks away from Columbia University and Central Park, it offers a prime location for exploring the best of the city. With easy access to local trains, you'll have the whole city at your fingertips. Accommodates up to three guests for a memorable stay.

Welcome to your ultimate New York City getaway! This incredible apartment offers an exceptional blend of convenience, comfort, and exhilaration. Situated just a short train ride away from renowned attractions such as Lincoln Center, Columbus Circle, Times Square, and the Empire State Building, you'll have endless opportunities to explore the dynamic city. Surrounding you are numerous delightful coffee shops, restaurants, bars, and a well-stocked grocery store, ensuring you'll never be short of options to satisfy your cravings or enjoy a memorable night out on the town. When you're seeking some relaxation, nearby parks provide a tranquil escape from the vibrant city atmosphere.

Inside the apartment, you'll discover a warm and inviting bedroom featuring a comfortable queen-size bed, ensuring you enjoy a peaceful night's sleep after a day of exciting adventures. The living room is thoughtfully designed with your comfort in mind, complete with a plush sofa where you can unwind and indulge in your favorite shows or movies.

For those moments when you need to concentrate or catch up on work, a dedicated workspace awaits you, providing a serene and productive environment. The functional kitchen is equipped with all the essentials to kickstart your day right, whether you desire a fresh cup of coffee or a delectable breakfast. With its prime location, cozy amenities, and proximity to the city's most iconic landmarks, this apartment serves as your gateway to an unforgettable New York City experience. Don't miss out, book your stay now and prepare to immerse yourself in the vibrant energy of the Big Apple!

COVID-19 Commitment to Cleanliness: As we welcome you to our home, we have implemented enhanced cleaning practices to meet the health and cleanliness standards of Airbnb. We actively monitor our cleaning protocols and safety guidelines as an expression of care and commitment to our guests.

• HOME LAYOUT •
Single Level Apartment
Bedroom, Kitchen, Full Bathroom, Dining Area, Dedicated Workspace

• BEDROOM •
The apartment has one bedroom which sleeps 3 guests. 
Bedroom 1 - Queen sized Bed (Sleeps 2 guests)
Common Area - Full size air mattress (1 guests)

• BATHROOM •
The home has a full bathroom with a shower-tub combination. The bathroom is supplied with bath essentials (shampoo, body wash), towels, toilet paper, and a hairdryer. 

• SHEETS/TOWELS •
The home is professionally cleaned before every stay with clean linens and towels. Fresh new sheets, linens, and towels will be provided for your stay. We will prepare based on the number of guests. 
Linens (sheet sets for bed)
Blankets/Comforters
Bath Towels
Washcloths
Hand Towels

• KITCHEN & DINING •  
The home features a functional kitchen that is perfect to enjoy a nice meal. It is fully stocked and equipped with stainless steel appliances, a coffee maker, pots and pans, and utensils. The dining area has adequate seating for two people. 

• LIVING AREA •  
The living space features a comfy couch, a comfortable loveseat sofa, and a TV with streaming apps available. 

• LOCATION • 
Situated in a prime location, you'll find yourself surrounded by an array of restaurants, providing a diverse range of flavors and cuisines to tantalize your taste buds. Indulge in Harlem's rich culinary scene, sampling everything from soul food to international delicacies.

B/C Subway at 135th Street - 3  min walk
2/3 Subway at 135th Street 4 min walk
LGA Airport -  15 to 25min drive (7 miles)
JFK Airport  - 45 to 55 min drive (17 miles) 
Apollo Theater - 5min drive (0.8 miles)
Yankee Stadium - 7min drive (1.5 miles)

• PARKING •
There is usually street parking & paid parking available on a first-come, first-served basis. The only free parking is street parking, and depending on the time of day, street parking may be hard to find. Please note the city may issue tickets for parking violations and for not following street sweeping rules.

Below are nearby paid parking spaces:
2280 Frederick Douglass Blvd. - Park-it Park FDB 
2533 Frederick Douglass Blvd. - 2533 8th Ave Parking
2443 Frederick Douglass Blvd. - 410 St Nicholas Ave Parking
279 W 117th St. - Park 117th LLC

You will have to check with them individually about what their fees are.

• SECURITY & SAFETY FEATURES •
Our property is equipped with external security cameras to ensure guest safety. Rest assured, no cameras are present inside the apartment. Please also note that we have noise monitoring devices that do not record audio. Additionally, smoke alarms and fire extinguishers are provided for your safety.

• OTHER AMENITIES •
The apartment comes with free improved and high-speed wifi, smart TV with streaming apps.

• FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS •
1. Can I check-in early?
• We'll have to confirm a time the night before or the morning of your arrival, pending the cleaning schedule and the status of the house. It is best to scheduled for 4PM check-in in case we're unable to. Of course, we'll do our best to make it happen, though! 

2. Do you have a luggage storage?
• We don't have a secure luggage storage to store your luggage. You may check Vertoe for nearby luggage storage options and use code EPMG to get an additional discount. 

3. Do you offer daily clean?
• We don't offer daily housekeeper however, if you need it, we can certainly make arrangements for an additional cost

4. Do you replace towels and sheets?
• We don't usually replace towels and sheets. We'd be glad to schedule a light clean with towels and sheets replacement for an extra fee.

5. Do you replenish supplies?
• Our homes are self-catering. We are happy to provide you with the initial supplies to get you started. Once that runs out, you'll need to purchase more on your own.

HOUSE RULES
Please make sure that you go through the house rules prior to booking. 

• PETS: This is not a pet-friendly property. The unauthorized bringing of pets will have a penalty of $300 which will go towards the deep cleaning of the property.

• CHECK-IN: Check-in time is after 4PM. Early check-in requests are subject to availability and cannot be guaranteed. If we're able to accommodate an early check-in, there's an early check-in fee of $50 starting at 10 AM. Please check the availability of early check-in prior to booking.

• CHECK-OUT: Check-out time is before 11 AM. We do not allow late check-out as we schedule cleaning ahead of time. Any unauthorized late check-out will result in a charge of $50 for every 30 minutes.

• SMOKING: We do not allow smoking inside the property or in outdoor spaces including the balcony, backyard, and terrace (if applicable). There is a smoking fine of $300. 

• NOISE: Please observe quiet hours after 9PM. Please be mindful of the neighbors as this property is situated in a quiet neighborhood. If the police are summoned due to noise complaints, this warrants a possible eviction with no refund.

• DAMAGES & LOSS: We would truly appreciate it if you could treat our home like yours. You will be responsible for any damages or loss to the property which will be deducted from your security deposit. Please advise us of any damage or loss immediately upon discovery.

• UNAUTHORIZED GUESTS: Please make sure to book the property for the correct number of guests. Parties, events, or any kind of gathering are prohibited. Given the COVID-19 situation, no other guests outside the reservation are allowed on the property.

• PHOTOSHOOT/MUSIC VIDEOS: This property is for residential use only and not for commercial purposes without the written permission of the owner. Please contact us directly for booking of events. 

• LOST AND FOUND: Please note that all shipping is at the traveler's expense. There is a minimum $25 shipping cost plus a $50 service fee. We are not liable for any lost items. Our team will do our best to locate your lost items after check-out.

• MAILS & PACKAGES: We do not allow any mail deliveries or packages during your stay.

• PRE-CHECK IN FORM: Guests will be required to fill out a pre check-in form which will require additional documents to validate age and card used for the reservation prior to arrival. Guests booked through Airbnb are not required to fill out the pre-check-in form.

• RENTAL AGREEMENT: Guests will be required to sign a rental agreement prior to arrival.

• SECURITY DEPOSIT: Reservations made through Airbnb and Hopper are not required to place a security deposit. Reservations made through other channels (ie Direct Booking, VRBO, Booking, Misterbnb, Whimstay, etc) is required a security deposit.

• ADDITIONAL NOTES ABOUT THE HOME
- Location: The apartment is located on the 2nd floor with no elevator access.

- New York City Pests: Please be advised that it's very normal/common to see mice/rats in the streets of New York. Due to the continuing increase of the mice/rats problem in New York, (although rare to see one inside our apartment) we've also increased our efforts to help control them coming inside. Do note, we have a bi-weekly exterminator who visits the apartment, which means this could happen during your stay.

- Visits and Unit Access: We will always notify in advanced should there be a need to access the unit and no one will ever enter without your approval. An exception is if there are fire or life-threatening situations in the building.
HOUSE RULES
Please make sure that you go through the house rules prior to booking. 

• PETS: This is not a pet-friendly property. The unauthorized bringing of pets will have a penalty of $300 which will go towards the deep cleaning of the property.

• CHECK-IN: Check-in time is after 4PM. Early check-in requests are subject