1871 House Accommodations

POLICIES: 

Turn-Key Fully Furnished & Equipped Apartments and Suites: 
Our apartments & suites are fully furnished and offer all the conveniences needed for a temporary stay in Manhattan including utilities (wi-fi, electric, gas, heat & water), linens, towels, air conditioning & kitchenware. To ensure the highest level of quality and consistency, we kindly request that our guests refrain from moving, rearranging, or adding any furniture, artwork, or additional items to the apartments. Our carefully curated furnishings and decor are intended to enhance your experience and maintain the integrity of our exceptional accommodations.

Flexible Lease Terms and Minimum Stay (30-90 Days): 
To ensure optimal utilization of our accommodations and provide a seamless experience for our guests, we have implemented the following policy:
1. Minimum Stay Requirement: We kindly request a minimum stay of 30 nights or longer for our guests. This enables us to cater to your extended stay needs and offer a comfortable and convenient living environment.
2.Contiguous Reservation Policy: To minimize vacant nights and efficiently manage our booking schedule, we encourage reservations to be contiguous or adjacent to existing reservations. By doing so, we can maximize availability and provide a smoother experience for all guests.
3. Declining Reservations with Undesirable Gaps: Reservations that create undesirable gaps in our booking schedule may be declined. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by this policy, as it allows us to maintain a consistent occupancy rate and enhance the overall experience for our guests.

Tour Requests:  To provide clarity regarding tour requests for our apartments, please take note of the following policy:

• Unavailable Tours of Occupied Apartments: We regret to inform you that we are unable to provide tours of occupied apartments. This policy is in place to respect the privacy and comfort of our current residents. We appreciate your understanding in this matter.
• Tours for Stays of Six Months or Longer: We kindly request that tour requests be made for stays of six months or longer. This ensures that our resources are efficiently allocated and allows us to prioritize prospective guests who are seeking an extended stay with us.

We apologize for any inconvenience caused by these policies.  We take great care to provide a comprehensive overview of our accommodations, enabling you to make an informed decision when selecting your desired apartment.

Rates: Special Single Occupancy Discount! Our rates are designed to provide exceptional value for solo travelers. The listed starting rate is applicable for single occupancy, offering you a significant discount for enjoying our space all to yourself. For an additional guest, there is a small charge of $1200-$1350 per 30 days to cover utilities & maintenance as well as the extra amenities and services provided. By default, our rates are tailored for single occupancy, allowing you to enjoy a more affordable stay. If you wish to add another occupant, we’d be delighted to accommodate them for a small fee. Experience the comfort and value of our space, whether you’re traveling alone or with a companion!

Pricing is expressed as a base per diem rate and is exclusive of utilities and occupancy tax. We provide a bundled flat monthly fee that includes wi-fi, electric, gas, water, heat, a/c, exit cleaning, monthly cleaning, linens and occupancy tax . Prior to placing an online reservation, prospective Guests need to request a full price quote. 

Securing Your Booking:  Availability is provided on the website.  Prospective guests should initially contact us to confirm availability and to request a cost estimate. To secure a reservation prospective guests should submit an online reservation via our booking portal.  Unfortunately we cannot accommodate requests for courtesy holds.

Form of Payment:  Accommodation charges are payable by Bank Wire Transfer, ACH or Zelle. Credit cards are not accepted. 

Cancellations:  We adhere to a strict cancellation policy. Once booked, reservations are not refundable. 

Identity of Guest(s):  Unless the Guest has notified the Host prior to making the reservation, the individual making the reservation must be the guest staying at the accommodation.  We cannot accommodate third party bookings.  Guests will also be requested to fill out an informational sheet as well as submit a copy of a valid government-issue PHOTO-ID. This could be a driver’s license, passport or visa. Guests will also be asked to submit a credit report.

Serviced Apartments:  Monthly cleaning of the apartments is performed in order to keep them in the best possible condition.  Bed sheets and towels are refreshed monthly.  

Pets:  Pets are not permitted in the house.

Smoking:  Smoking is not permitted in the house, terrace or in any of the public areas including 25 feet from the building. This includes e-cigarettes.

Self-Catering:   Host/Owner provides an initial starter supply of shampoo, soap, toilet paper, garbage can liners and dishwashing soap. Guests are responsible for replenishing supplies.

Staircase: All suites are accessed via our unenclosed central staircase. 1871 House is a five-story building built in the year 1871, and does not have an elevator.

Damages: Guest/Occupant agrees to be responsible for any damages to rug/upholstery/furniture or bedding/towels.

House Rules:  Everyone must abide by the our House Rules and Policies. We also ask that all residents and their guests be respectful towards their neighbors and be mindful about noise.

Residential Use: The premises are restricted to residential use only. Guest shall not engage in any activity which is commercial, hotel, business, illegal, nuisance, or dangerous. Should the premises be used for other purposes, the Guest agrees to vacate the premises immediately upon first request and will not be refunded any monies.

Checking In: Our check-in time is Monday – Friday 4 p.m.; If available, Guests may coordinate an earlier time to drop off luggage and pick up keys after 12 o’clock noon onwards.  Luggage pieces may be dropped off and placed in our common entry foyer. We do not have a locked storage area.

Departure Time: 11 a.m. Luggage may be stored in our common entry foyer area should Guests wish to depart at a later time.  We do not have a locked storage area.

Parties/Events:  Parties, gatherings and or events may NOT be held at the property. 

Miscellaneous:
* No candles or open flames of any kind are allowed.
* Fireplaces are decorative only.

Security Cameras:
At our establishment, we prioritize the safety and security of our guests. To ensure a secure environment, we have implemented the following measures:1.Comprehensive Camera Coverage: Our premises are equipped with security cameras strategically placed in various common area locations within the building and its exterior, including entry halls and stairs. These cameras serve to enhance the overall safety and security of our occupants.
2.Daily Activity Review: As part of our commitment to maintaining a safe environment, we conduct a daily review of the camera footage to monitor activity within the building. This practice enables us to promptly address any concerns, ensure compliance with our policies, and prioritize the well-being of our guests.
3.Privacy Within Private Dwelling Units: We respect the privacy of our guests within their private dwelling units. Therefore, we do not have any cameras installed inside these units. You can rest assured that your privacy and personal space are protected during your stay.

By making a reservation with us, guests acknowledge and consent to being filmed by our security cameras in the common areas of the building and its exterior. This measure is in place to maintain the safety and security of all occupants throughout their stay.

We understand the importance of privacy and strive to strike a balance between security and comfort. If you have any further inquiries or require additional information regarding our security measures, please feel free to contact our dedicated team.

For complete details of all policies, refer to our booking page.

Rates
Please refer to our online calendar to plan your stay with us.  To receive a full cost estimate we ask that you send us a quick introductory note. Include your desired move-in/move-out dates and how many guests will need to be accommodated. 

Half-Floor Suites (1-Room Suites or Studios)

• STARTING Base Rate @ $132 per night + fees + tax
• Pricing based on single occupancy. Maximum Occupancy 1-2.
• Supplemental Associated Monthly Fees + Occupancy Tax: 
• Supplemental charge for a second occupant
• A supply of bedding & towels
• Basic utilities Including heat, water, electric & gas
• Wi-Fi 
• Air Conditioning (1 a/c) (June, July, August, September & October)
• Exit Cleaning 
• Interim Monthly Cleaning (includes linen service)

Full-Floor Suites (1 Bedroom Apartments)

• STARTING Base Rate @ $162 per night + fees + tax
• Pricing based on single occupancy. Maximum 2 Occupants.  
• Supplemental Associated Monthly Fees + Occupancy Tax: 
• Supplemental charge to add a second occupant.
• A supply of bedding & towels
• Basic utilities Including heat, water, electric & gas
• Wi-Fi 
• Air Conditioning. 3 a/c units (June, July, August, September & October) 
• Exit Cleaning 
• Interim Monthly Cleaning (includes linen service)

Local Occupancy Tax

• Much like hotel, motel, and B&B stays, short-term rentals (less than 180 days) in New York State are subject to tax. Tax authorities expect short-term vacation rental hosts to collect short-term rental taxes from their guests and remit them to the proper authorities. We collect NYS Tax for all stays less than 180 days.
• The lodging tax on a short-term rental is a percentage of the cost of the guest’s stay that is added to the price of the bill.
• The tax is paid by the guest separate from the accommodation charge.
• Tax is calculated based on the nightly rate, and any fees that roll into the nightly rate (for example, the cleaning & utility fees).
• For calculation of the daily room tax, a kitchen or kitchenette is considered to be a room for tax purposes.
• No tax is due from guests who are considered to be permanent residents. To be considered a permanent resident of New York State, a guest must stay for at least 180 consecutive days without interruption and have a written contract.
• The tax rate is 5.875% + $2/room/night
• A rental home may have more than one room. The tax will be $2.00 per room per day on each of the rooms that make up the home plus the hotel room occupancy tax for the entire home rental. For example: The tax on a home with 4 rooms will be $8.00 per day plus the hotel room occupancy tax for the entire suite rental. New York City defines a room as “any room of any kind, other than a bathroom or lavatory, in any part or portion of a hotel/home which is available for, or let out for, use or possession for any purpose other than a place of assembly. A kitchen or kitchenette counts as 1 room. 

Permanent Residents

• No tax is due from guests who are considered to be permanent residents. To be considered a permanent resident of New York State, a guest must stay for at least 180 consecutive days without interruption (see also below information).
• To be exempt from all taxes, the occupant must have a signed lease agreement with the term exceeding 179 consecutive days. If the occupant does not complete 180 days of continuous occupancy, any taxes not previously collected become immediately due and payable (see below).
• Technically, a person who enters into an agreement for occupancy for 180 consecutive days or more does not become a “permanent resident” under the law until he/she has been an occupant for 180 consecutive days, and the operator is liable for the collection of the tax until that occupancy for 180 consecutive days has been completed. However, an occupant can obtain permanent resident status prior to completing 180 days of consecutive occupancy by requesting a contract from the hotel operator. Where the occupant has requested such an agreement, the hotel operator should not collect the tax for any day, starting on the date the lease was requested, that falls within a period of continuous occupancy by the occupant. However, if the occupant does not complete 180 days of continuous occupancy, any taxes not previously collected become immediately due and payable and are to be collected by the hotel operator.