POLICIES

1. Licensed Furnished Extended-Stay Accommodations

Our Airbnb offers private furnished apartments and suites designed for extended stays and corporate housing rather than traditional residential leases. Because our accommodations are fully furnished and operated as extended-stay lodging, they differ from conventional unfurnished residential rentals. Services, furnishings, occupancy limits, and house policies are designed specifically for temporary stays.

Each suite is licensed and insured for a specific maximum occupancy of one or two registered guests, depending on the suite. Rates are based on the number of registered occupants and include a bundled utilities and supplies fee covering electricity, gas, Wi-Fi, heat, hot and cold water, as well as linens, towels, kitchenware, and NYC-compliant trash, recycling, and compost bags. During the cooling season, portable air conditioning units are available for an additional fee where applicable.

2. Furnishings & Apartment Configuration

Our apartments are professionally furnished and maintained to provide a consistent experience for every guest. To preserve the condition and layout of each accommodation, furniture, artwork, décor, mattresses, televisions, and other furnishings may not be moved, rearranged, removed, or supplemented with additional furniture or large household items without our prior written approval.

3. How to Secure Your Booking

a. Airbnb (30-night minimum)
•. Stays of fewer than 90 nights must be reserved through Airbnb. The platform provides secure payment processing, verified guest profiles, and streamlined identity verification.
•  International guests must book through Airbnb.

b. Direct Reservations (60-180 night minimum)
Direct reservations are available for stays of 60 nights or longer 
Direct reservations require: 
•  Completion of a guest information form
•  Supporting financial documentation
•  A security deposit equal to one month’s stay
•  Payment by wire transfer only (credit cards not accepted)

4. 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.

5. Booking & Inquiry Policies

• Apartment Tours: Given the constraints of our small team, we’re not able to accommodate pre-booking visits for airbnb stays. As a small operation with multiple furnished apartments and frequent guest turnovers, we simply aren’t staffed to offer individual tours. 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.
• In-Person Visits: We’re not able to accommodate unscheduled visits or walk-ins. Handling all inquiries by email allows us to provide thoughtful, accurate responses.
• Contact & Communication: To ensure the fastest and clearest support, we assist guests exclusively by email rather than by phone. We typically respond within one business day (often sooner). Please feel free to reach out to info@1871house.com with any questions.

6. 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.

7. 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.

8. Direct Reservations (60–180 Nights)

Direct reservations are available for stays of 60 nights or longer, subject to availability and approval. Stays of fewer than 60 nights should be reserved through Airbnb.

Step 1 – Preliminary Guest Information Form

Before requesting a direct reservation, please complete our Preliminary Guest Information Form.

The form requests:

• Requested arrival and departure dates
• Number of occupants
• Purpose of your stay
• Where you are traveling from
• Occupation and employer (or primary affiliation)
• Whether you will be working during your stay (remote, commuting, or not working)

After reviewing your information, we’ll let you know whether we’re able to accommodate your requested dates.

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Step 2 – Extended Stay Reservation Application

If your requested dates are approved, we’ll invite you to complete our Extended Stay Reservation Application.

The application includes information about:

• Personal and contact information
• Occupancy
• Purpose of stay
• Current housing
• Financial information
• House policies and acknowledgements

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Step 3 – Verification

As part of our reservation process, applicants must complete an identity and financial verification process.

U.S.-based applicants

Applicants will receive an email invitation directly from TransUnion SmartMove to complete a secure screening. Depending on the screening package selected, it may include:

• Identity verification
• Soft credit inquiry (does not affect your credit score)
• ResidentScore®
• Income Insights
• Criminal and eviction screening, where available and permitted by law

International applicants

Applicants who are not eligible for TransUnion SmartMove will be asked to complete an alternate verification process, which may include identification, proof of funds, employment or institutional affiliation, and other supporting documentation.

Depending on an applicant’s circumstances, additional documentation may be requested.

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Reservation Confirmation

Once approved, reservations may be secured by one of the following:

Option 1

• Payment for the first 30-day rental period
• Refundable security deposit equal to one month’s rent

Option 2

• Payment for the full reservation in advance
• Refundable security deposit equal to one-half month’s rent

The security deposit is held in a separate escrow account. Rental payments and security deposits are wired to separate accounts.

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Availability

Because our suites are often in demand, we are unable to place apartments on hold during the application, verification, or payment process.

Reservations are confirmed only after:

• The application has been approved;
• The verification process has been completed;
• All required payments have been received; and
• A written reservation confirmation has been issued.

Until then, the requested suite remains available to other prospective guests.

House & Occupancy (Initial each)
• I acknowledge and agree to adhere 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
• Guest 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

Occupancy & Visitor Policy

Our accommodations are designed for one individual or a consistent pair seeking a stable, quiet home base in NYC.

Occupancy

• Base pricing reflects single occupancy.
• Maximum occupancy is one or two registered guests, depending on the suite.
• A second registered guest may be added with advance approval and payment of the applicable supplemental fee.
• If two people will occupy the suite regularly—or if a partner may stay intermittently without fixed dates—the reservation must be booked for two guests for the entire stay.
• The second guest must be the same individual throughout the reservation. Rotating occupants are not permitted.
• For extended stays with a consistent second occupant, a monthly supplemental fee applies.

Overnight Visitors

Occasional overnight visitors may be permitted with advance approval, provided they remain consistent with the quiet residential nature of our Airbnb.

All overnight visitors must:

• Be registered and approved before arrival.
• Provide government-issued photo identification.
• Complete a short visitor application.
• Be hosted by the registered guest, who must remain present throughout the visit.
• Comply with all house rules, including our no-smoking, no-pets, quiet hours, and trash/recycling policies.
• Pay the applicable overnight guest fee prior to arrival.

Please Note

• Our accommodations are intended for registered occupants rather than for hosting a succession of overnight guests. If you anticipate having different friends or family members stay overnight on multiple occasions during your reservation, our Airbnb may not be the best fit.
• We do not provide a second key for short overnight visits.
• Only approved and registered overnight guests may stay in the suite.
• Unauthorized occupants, guest substitutions, or exceeding the maximum occupancy are not permitted and may result in cancellation of the reservation and/or a charge of $250 per day for each unregistered occupant.

Service Animals & Emotional Support Animals: Service animals and emotional support animals must remain under the guest’s control at all times, be housebroken, and may not be left unattended in the apartment. If you have any questions regarding accommodations for a service animal or emotional support animal, please get in touch.

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

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