If you are looking for a home away from home ... look no further. This New York City XXL double queen bedroom vacation rental SLEEPS 4+ and is located in the Hamilton Heights section of Harlem, Uptown Manhattan. Located on 152nd Street between Broadway and Amsterdam Avenue, this comfortable and affordable home away from home sits on the ground floor of a well preserved 4-story 2 family townhouse. The second floor holds two extra large bedrooms for two additional fee for more and a shared bath for the two rooms. This is a shared home. My family lives on the third floor with our little mini therapy dog Yogi. You will have shared access to a Large and Lovely Garden, as well as free in unit Washer/Dryer, Netflix and DVD's and FREE Wi-Fi internet access. Come to your home away from home. Live like a local in New York Cities energetic community of Hamilton Heights. This is your Urban Sanctuary nestled in the center of Harlem. The garden level also is home to an onsite yoga studio one complimentary class is our gift to guest upon availability. Massages are available at an extra cost as well as chef services.
The spacious apartment accommodates with comfort and style and interior highlights such as Original Prewar Townhouse Details, Hardwood Floors, High Ceilings, a Decorative Mosaic Fireplace and Original Mantle. Mirrors, Artwork and Large Picture Windows facing the street and garden enliven the space.
The kitchen is open to the living room and offers abundant cabinetry, dining table with chairs, new toaster, refrigerator, dishware. Also, the kitchen equipped with dishwasher and washer/dryer for easy clean-up. Relax and save by having the ability to prepare your own home cooked meals and do laundry if necessary.
It's located in historic Hamilton Heights, a tight-knit community on the west side of the village of Harlem. Located away from the tourist traps of Midtown it has a more residential feel but with the close proximity the culture and cuisine. If you take the express trains you can be in Midtown within 20 minutes for shopping or a night out at the theater if you so choose.
The nearest public transportation train stations to this apartment are:
155 Street / Saint Nicholas Avenue: Serving the B, C, trains.
157th Street / Broadway: Serving the 1 train.
145 Street / Broadway: Serving the 1 train.
145 Street / Saint Nicholas Avenue: Serving the A, B, C, D trains.
The building sits on a tree-lined street with lots of other beautiful townhouses and brownstones. The four subway stations are a few blocks away, and the main street for shopping, restaurants, and services is only 1/2 block away on Broadway! The nearby B and C subway lines run south to lower Manhattan, taking you past the Museum of Natural History, Columbus Circle, Penn Station, Washington Square Park and much more! Additionally, there is no lack of things to do right in this neighborhood which is home to many historically and culturally significant attractions such as:
Duke Ellington House: The fourth-floor apartment was once the home of legendary jazz musician Duke Ellington, located at Nicholas Avenue / 157th St.
Hamilton Grange National Memorial: Alexander Hamilton’s former residence, located in Harlem at 141St / St Nicholas. Ave
Morris-Jumel Mansion: George Washington's headquarters during the American Revolution and the oldest house in Manhattan, NYC, located at Jumel Terrace / 160-162nd St.
Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz Memorial and Educational Center, located at Broadway / 165th St.
Spanish-culture museum, Hispanic Society of America, located at 156th St / Broadway
The Dance Theater of Harlem, located at 152nd and Amsterdam Ave.
Sugar Hill Children's Museum of Art and Storytelling (opening Spring 2015), located at St. Nicholas Ave / 155th St.
Academic institutions in the area include the prestigious Columbia University and the City College of New York.
Nearby Parks:
Jackie Robinson Park; offering outdoor swimming pool and Tennis Courts
St. Nicholas Park; this stretch of greenery offers amazing views of Manhattan
Riverbank State Park; offering amazing views of The Hudson River and New Jersey, located at 145th St. and Riverside Drive
International Cuisine; new, and famous hot spots in the area:
El Morocco, Nightclub
Solice Bar and Grill, Gastro Pub
The Chipped Cup
Il Café Latte, Italian fare
Caridad, Caribbean
Harlem Public, Gastro Pub
Tonali, Italian fare
The Grange, Gastro Pub
Not too far away in Central Harlem you can also experience other famous and exciting venues such as, The Cotton Club, The Apollo Theater, Magic Johnson Theater, MInton's Playhouse, Red Rooster, Cecil Restaurant, Sylvia's Restaurant, Amy Ruth's Restaurant, Make My Cake Bakery & Restaurant, Harlem Tavern, Bier International, 125th Shopping district, and Famous Hip-Hop, Jazz and Gospel venues. Harlem offers some of the most Awesome Architecture, Best Food, Most Moving Music and so much more!!!! Call or email and make your reservation today.