Explore the best of New York City by day and retreat to a quiet, cozy home base at night when you stay at this Mt Vernon vacation rental. Hosting 2 bedrooms, 1 bath, and essential comforts, this 3rd-floor unit is perfect for minimalist travelers setting out on Big Apple adventures. Hop on the Metro, only 2 blocks away, and you’ll be in Manhattan in under 30 minutes. This property is also surrounded by colleges for prospective students. On-site, you’ll find a gas grill for afternoon BBQs! -- THE PROPERTY -- Residential Location | 2 Blocks to Metro North Train | Free WiFi Bedroom 1: Queen Bed | Bedroom 2: Full Bed SHARED OUTDOOR SPACE: Patio, gas grill, fire pit KITCHENETTE/LOUNGE: Coffee bar, sink, refrigerator/freezer, microwave, sofa, washing machine, dining table APT SPACE: 3 Smart TVs w/ cable (1 in each bedroom), boiler heating, new window A/C units, mini fridge & microwave in both bedrooms, shower/tub combo GENERAL: Toiletries, linens, towels, iron/ironing board, 800 sq ft FAQ: Stairs required, 3 exterior security cameras (facing out), quiet hours (11:00 PM-7:00 AM), homeowner on-site (separate unit) PARKING: Street parking (first-come, first-served) ADDT’L ACCOMMODATIONS: An additional 2-bedroom rental for 4 guests is available on-site with a separate nightly rate and a 30-night minimum. If you would like to reserve both rentals, please inquire for more information prior to booking -- THE LOCATION -- NEARBY COLLEGES: Sarah Lawrence College (2.2 miles), Concordia College (3.5 miles), Iona College (4.7 miles), Monroe College (4.7 miles), Fordham University (5.8 miles), Lehman College (5.9 miles), Manhattan College (6.6 miles), New York University (18.1 miles) LOCAL FUN: Empire City Casino (1.5 miles), St Paul's Church National Historic Site (2.3 miles), Pelham Art Center (2.5 miles), Thomas Paine Cottage Museum (5.7 miles) OUTDOOR REC: Wilson's Woods Swimming Pool (2.0 miles), Wilson's Woods Park (2.2 miles), Huguenot Park (4.6 miles), Pelham Bay Park (8.4 miles) NEW YORK CITY: New York Botanical Garden (4.7 miles), Bronx Zoo (5.0 miles), Central Park (12.8 miles), Times Square (17.7 miles), Rockefeller Center (18.7 miles), Statue of Liberty (20.5 miles) AIRPORTS: LaGuardia Airport (15.9 miles), John F. Kennedy International Airport (21.7 miles) -- REST EASY WITH US -- Evolve makes it easy to find and book properties you’ll never want to leave. You can relax knowing that our properties will always be ready for you and that we’ll answer the phone 24/7. Even better, if anything is off about your stay, we’ll make it right. You can count on our homes and our people to make you feel welcome--because we know what vacation means to you. -- POLICIES -- - No smoking - No pets allowed - No events, parties, or large gatherings - Must be at least 25 years old to book - Additional fees and taxes may apply - Photo ID may be required upon check-in - NOTE: Access to this 3rd-floor apartment requires stairs - NOTE: Please observe quiet hours from 11:00 PM-7:00 AM - NOTE: There’s another bookable rental on-site and the homeowner lives on-site. These are separate units within the same building, with separate entrances, but other travelers and the homeowner may be present during your stay. The building’s outdoor spaces are shared between the units - NOTE: The property is a duplex. ONLY the second floor is a 2-bedroom unit with a full kitchen and full bath. The third floor is a 2-bedroom unit with a kitchenette and a full bath. There is no door to the 3rd floor, just stairs - NOTE: Your safety matters. This property features 3 exterior security cameras. Camera 1 is at the building entrance, facing out. Camera 2 is in the 1st-floor hallway facing the stairs, and camera 3 is in the 3rd-floor hallway facing the rental entrance. The cameras are outward facing and do not look into interior spaces. The cameras actively record video and sound while guests are in residence