POLICIES

1. Turn-Key Fully Furnished & Equipped Apartments

Our apartments are fully furnished and include utilities (wi-fi, electricity, gas, heat, water), linens, towels, air conditioning, and kitchenware. To maintain consistency and quality, guests may not move, rearrange, or add furniture, artwork, or items.

2. How to Secure Your Booking

a. Airbnb (30-night minimum)
• For stays under 90 days, please book through Airbnb. It offers secure payment processing, verified profiles, and streamlined identity checks.
• International guests must book through Airbnb.

b. Direct Booking (90-night minimum)
• Minimum stay 90 nights; 180 nights during high-demand periods.
• Requires guest form, supporting financial documentation, security deposit, and wire transfer payment (no credit cards).

3. Reservation Timing
With the exception of last-minute requests, we are unable to accommodate non-consecutive or widely spaced dates that create gaps between reservations.  If an apartment is vacant, proposed stays must commence within one to two days of inquiry. Requests for arrivals beyond this timeframe cannot be accommodated, as we are unable to hold an apartment vacant in advance to secure a future stay. Our calendar is updated regularly (though not in real time). If a suitable window opens, please reach out and we’ll confirm availability. Arrivals and departures are scheduled exclusively Monday through Friday. Weekend check-ins and check-outs are not available.

4. Booking & Inquiry Policies

•Apartment Tours: Not available. Given the constraints of our small team, we aren’t able to accommodate requests to visit our property prior to booking, even when a unit is unoccupied. This policy is also in place to protect the privacy and comfort of our existing guests and to maintain the security of our operations. To get a sense of our place we encourage guests to review our listing description and photos. Guests can also check out other guests’ reviews and we are fine answering any additional questions.
• Walk-In Appointments: Not available. All inquiries must be handled via email.
•Telephone Calls: Not offered. Email ensures accurate, documented responses.

5. Occupancy

Posted pricing is based on single occupancy to support solo travelers. Additional guests incur a supplemental fee so we can maintain lower base rates while allowing flexibility for visitors.

6. Airbnb Bookings

• Review our Airbnb listings for details. Please explore our Airbnb listings to confirm amenities, house rules, and policies.
• All fees and lodging taxes are included in the Airbnb total.
• Air conditioning (June–October, TBD) billed separately via Airbnb. Removal and reinstallation fees may apply.
• Guest reviews are part of our vetting process; approval is not automatic.

7. Direct Bookings

Preliminary Guest Information Form
• Arrival date
• Departure date
• Number of Occupants 
• Purpose of stay
• Where you’re traveling from
• Line of work
• Working during stay (remote / commuting / no)

Application Requirements
• Request date pre-approval (90-night minimum)
• Request full pricing quote
• Submit preliminary information form
• Submit completed application
• Credit report (FICO 800+ preferred)
• Income/assets approx. 3× rent
• First 30 days’ payment
• Damage deposit equal to 30-day fee
• Wire transfer only
• Government-issued photo ID

House & Occupancy (Initial each)
• I acknowledge and agree to the No-Pets and No-Smoking policy
• I will comply with NYC’s recycling rules as instructed by the Host.
• Single or double occupancy (circle one)
• Only registered guests may stay in the apartment
• I understand that over night visitors must be pre-approved in advance.
• Fees paid in advance (see below).
• I do NOT plan to host visitors or
• I WILL host visitors (If selecting this option, I will provide the full name of each visitor and the specific dates they will be staying at the time of booking).

Conditional Fees (Initial)
• a/c service (June–Oct) ($7.50-$12/day + tax)
• Overnight guest fees: $185 first night, $85/night additional

Apartment Features & Accessibility (initial each statement)
• Walk-up building (no elevator)
• Guests carry their own belongings
• No intercom
• No in-building laundry
• Historic townhouse from 1871; normal wear consistent with age

Final Confirmation (please initial)
• I have reviewed full listing + policies + house rules
• No third-party bookings
• GuestI will not use the apartment for meetings, photo shoots, content creation, or any commercial activity.

Additional Policies
• All cancellations non-refundable
• No courtesy holds
• Monthly cleaning + linen service for long stays (fee-based)

8. House Rules & Property Notes

• No pets
• No smoking anywhere on property (including terraces and 25 feet from building)
• Starter supplies provided; guests replenish
• 5-story walk-up
• Check-in: 4 p.m. | Check-out: 11 a.m.
• No parties, gatherings or events
• No candles; fireplaces decorative only
• Security cameras in common areas only; none inside apartments

9. Rates and Fees

Half-floor suites from $135/night + fees + tax
Full-floor suites from $170/night + fees + tax

• Single occupancy base rate
• Double occupancy surcharge
• Bundled utility fee applies (heat, water, gas, electricity, wi-fi)
• Bedding, towels, monthly linen service included

10. Taxes

First 89 Days
• NY Sales Tax: 8.875%
• NYC Hotel Unit Fee: $1.50/night

First 179 Days
• NYC Occupancy Tax: 5.875%
• NYC Room Fee: $2/night

Exemptions
• Must be continuous stay (no gaps)
• Taxes paid upfront
• Credits issued after completing 90 or 180 consecutive nights
• Refunds only after full completion of qualifying stay