A few days before our arrival, a previous guest posted a review that could potentially deter others from experiencing this magical place. This would be truly sad. So here is a review from another perspective. I am a middle-aged white woman, married to a not-yet-middle-aged white woman, blessed to be raising our 9-year-old African American son. We rented Margo's home for 3 weeks this summer while our son attended Manhattan School of Music's summer jazz program. The accommodations exceeded our expectations. This is 900-sq-feet of open-concept living with charm and comfort. It was super comfortable for the 3 of us. It has been well-designed and appointed to anticipate needs and deliver other unexpected luxuries, The owner, Margo, and her family are thoughtful, gracious, communicative, and responsive without being intrusive in any way. We could not ask for more and have experienced much less in other rentals over the years. But - the physical property was only a portion of what made this experience so magical. Harlem, this neighborhood, this street in particular, are joyful. Yes, neighbors gather on their steps and on the sidewalk on nice summer evenings to share covered dishes, play dominoes, listen to music, chat and laugh together. They are every shade of black and brown. When we would pass they would smile, engage us with greetings, and often compliment our chosen t-shirts or my funky new hairstyle. We ALWAYS felt safe. The gatherings would dissipate at an appropriate time in the evening and we enjoyed restful sleep every night for 21 nights. In closing, if encountering a group of people who don't look like you, who are enjoying life and each other in THEIR neighborhood offends you, my advice is to check your privilege. But do not blame the people, this neighborhood, this property, or this homeowner. That is unfounded and misinformed. PS. We have already booked another 3 weeks for next summer and will walk the 20-minutes each way to our son's school and enjoy the sights, sounds, cuisine, theater and people of Harlem once again.

Our family did not feel safe at this location. We stayed one night and changed locations. This was not a good fit for our family and the neighborhood was loud until early hours of the morning. We did not get much rest. The location and safety were both were the biggest issues for me. The instructions were to make sure for our safety to lock all three doors to the location.

Our family did not feel safe at this location. We stayed one night and changed locations. This was not a good fit for our family and the neighborhood was loud until early hours of the morning. We did not get much rest. The location and safety were both were the biggest issues for me. The instructions were to make sure for our safety to lock all three doors to the location.

We loved staying in this wonderful brownstone apartment in Harlem. It is just a short walk to the hustle and bustle of Harlem, but the apartment is a wonderful oasis of quiet in the middle of all the activity. There's even a wonderful little garden in the back. Great restaurants like the Red Rooster are right on your door step and you're just a few blocks from the Apollo. Margo was a wonderful host! Check in was a breeze. She even let us check in early, and then check out late and store our bags in the apartment entrance vestibule, which allowed us to really enjoy our last day in the city before getting on an evening flight. I can't recommend this place more.

We loved staying in this wonderful brownstone apartment in Harlem. It is just a short walk to the hustle and bustle of Harlem, but the apartment is a wonderful oasis of quiet in the middle of all the activity. There's even a wonderful little garden in the back. Great restaurants like the Red Rooster are right on your door step and you're just a few blocks from the Apollo. Margo was a wonderful host! Check in was a breeze. She even let us check in early, and then check out late and store our bags in the apartment entrance vestibule, which allowed us to really enjoy our last day in the city before getting on an evening flight. I can't recommend this place more.

The appartment was very nice and spacy, the location convenient and the owners easy and pleasant to communicate with.

I felt like a New Yorker, Very convenient & safe, nice having the owners live upstairs. Can't wait to do it all over again..

The apartment was great. It was quiet and we slept well. There’s even and outdoor space. The owners were helpful and considerate. Thank you

I felt like a New Yorker, Very convenient & safe, nice having the owners live upstairs. Can't wait to do it all over again..

The property was very clean, comfortable and well maintained.

The property was very clean, comfortable and well maintained.

My family found it a great base to explore Harlem, close to Central Park and Lasker Pool and for transport into Manhattan. I was working and found it great because it was quiet at night! Apartment is really well appointed and very clean. The garden is a real plus. Thanks Margo, Vipin

Me ha encantado el apartamento. Muy tranquilo y fresquito. Margo y Vipin nos han atendido muy bien y han estado pendientes de nosotros en todo momento.

Fantastic accommodation. Loved it, loved the location and the place was impeccable, totally recommend. Margo and Vipin were great, thankyou again

We had a great experience in this apartment. The place is sizable (much larger than your typical NYC apartment!), with two bedrooms and a spacious living area. We were five adults and one toddler, and we all had enough space. Margo and Vipin were also kind enough to arrange for a pack & play bed for my toddler. The apartment was very clean and we had everything we needed there for a 10-day stay. The commute to central NYC is really quick with the fast trains that stop a few blocks a way. Would definitely come again and recommend to others.

Just had a wonderful weekend visiting my son at Columbia - perfect location for a brisk stroll to campus and the apartment was lovely and comfortable for 4 adults from California... Would definitely book again.

Just returned from my trip with 5 ladies and we can't say enough about how wonderful this apartment was. The beds were so comfortable after a long day walking around town. It was so quiet we almost forgot where we were. The neighbors were friendly and the guys that work at the corner store were awesome and very helpful. Subway was easy to get to we did use UBER to get home at night (fairly inexpensive). I look forward to staying here again.

First and foremost I wonna say thank you so much for letting 3 Aussie women at your place. We couldn't of had as much fun as we did if we hadnt of found this unreal apartment. The apartment pictures hasnt done this apartment much justice at all...the place is just the sweetest cutest place ever. This is my 2nd time stayin in Harlem the first placed I stayed at wasnt as half as nice as this place. The owners are unreal and very helpful. We made the mistake of not doing the recycling the way the USA do there (we do it different way in Australia) and they had no problem and understood and fixed it for us. This place is a 10 out of 10. Very safe area, clean, and 2 short blocks to 125th st where all the shopping and partying is at. Will definitely staying here again when we come back next year. Thank yous soooooo much. Hoped you's like the Australian gift we left you's

The Brownstone Harlem apartment was well situated to provide a great base for our week long vacation in NYC. The location was just as described and was near to bus and subway links. The description and photos were accurate and the apartment was well equipped with a good washer/drier; the kitchen was adequately equipped and the shower was lovely. We were with two teenagers and they were comfortable with the sofa bed and blow up mattress provided. The apartment was very clean. The owners were helpful and answered any queries promptly. It was a great week!

This was a real find for us. The apartment is lovely and so very suitable for conversation, relaxation, dinners, etc. and, a total plus, the beds were fabulous--great mattresses and very quiet rooms. And for NYc, this place is really spacious. We were 2 couples and found the place perfect. And the location was terrific. So near public transit on a quiet leafy street. So much to do in the area, plus easy to get anywhere. MArgo and Vin were great at answereing questions, but in fact we had few since we were already familiar with Manahtten. We all highly recommend this apartmen and hopefully will be able to return.

The apartment is on a quiet street in Harlem, with a neighborhood feel. The apartment itself is newly remodeled, spacious and very comfortable. Our hosts Margo and Vipin were friendly and very helpful. Easy access to subway, shopping and dining. The surrounding neighborhood is quiet, safe, historic and diverse. We had a wonderful time and would definitely consider staying here again.

Great location, wonderful apartment, very pleasant owners.