New York Habitat Blog

So what do New York City, Paris and London all have in common? Yes, in all three cities New York Habitat provides great apartment rentals and vacation accommodations. All three are capitals of the world in art, culture, fashion and business. But there’s still something else.

Tennis, anyone?

New York, London, and Paris are the host cities of the three most prestigious tennis tournaments in the world. There are four “grand slam” tournaments, beginning with the Australian Open in Melbourne in January. But while that event has gained in popularity over the years, it still lags just behind the other three in terms of prestige and worldwide popularity. The grand slam season in tennis really gets going with The French Open in May/June, continues with Wimbledon in June/July, and culminates with The U.S. Open in August/September.

And before I offend anyone, let me acknowledge my American shorthand. To most Europeans, the proper name of “The French Open” is merely Roland Garros (where the event is played) and Wimbledon is more properly The Championships. The U.S. Open is just The U.S. Open, but it’s still a whole lot of fun!

This year’s U.S. Open runs from August 28 through September 10. Tickets are still available (visit http://www.usopen.org/ for more info). All the world’s best players are scheduled to participate, including stars from The U.S., France and Great Britain. American James Blake, who grew up in New York, has recovered from injuries and just cracked the top 5 in the world rankings. French star Amelie Mauresmo is number one in the women’s division and will seek a U.S. Open crown to go with The Wimbledon title she won last month. And the rapidly improving Andy Murray, who hails from Scotland but has been adopted by England, hopes to wave the flag for Great Britain.

So why not book a last minute trip to New York to enjoy the fun? New York Habitat still has great vacation rentals available, both in Queens (where the Open is actually played) and in Manhattan (the tournament grounds are conveniently accessed by the #7 train line from Times Square), where you can also enjoy everything else the City has to offer. Click here for some convenient vacation rental ideas.

And it’s not too early to start thinking about next year. You can get the best seats in the tennis stadium – and the best apartments in our portfolio – by planning in advance. Follow the links to check out some apartments in London and Paris, and start dreaming of winning a grand slam tournament.

Or at least watching one !

Apartment rental is something you have already done or you are thinking of trying. You are already familiar with our website or may have recently discovered it. You saw one or several apartments that you like on our site, but you are still wondering whether your choice is a good one.

This scenario is very commonly shared and New York Habitat received many requests to view previous clients’ testimonials. This is now possible from our “Clients’ Testimonial” page and on some other places like our “Apartment Search” pages.

These testimonials are copies of the many emails we receive from our clients, either because they spontaneously chose to give us their feedback on their stay at the apartment they rented, or else because they replied to our survey email from our Customer Service.

Here is a sample email that we absolutely loved and that illustrates what New York Habitat is striving for: to make sure both our clients and owners get the best from their rental experience! Our Customer Service endeavors to improve the quality of our service and of the accommodations we represent. We are aware that to achieve this goal, the key factor is a successful rental in a comfortable apartment that meets your personal requirements.

David Asplin stayed over five weeks in a villa in Provence, France (PR- 409)
here is his testimonial

Dear New York Habitat,

I hesitate to write this note of evaluation. If you and the [owner] discover what a bit of heaven they have and the huge quality and space for such a reasonable cost, these owners and New York Habitat are likely to raise the price.

I am now in the Copenhagen airport on my way home to the states (today) after spending more than two months in Europe, including stays in 9 hotels, a monastery and the homes of two friends. This lovely spacious four bedroom home in Provence with swimming pool and large terrace, surrounded by flowers and well kept grounds was a spectacular buy (rental) and a place my wife and I and our family will never forget, the best of all our accommodations in Europe!!

First, [the owner] (who we never met, except online) were always so gracious and giving; they did everything they could to make our stay easy and free from problems. Indeed, I asked if I could pay to stay one more night than the contract stated. They said no problem, no charge! AND their on-site hostess (who lives four houses away) was charming, delightful and helpful with any little problem we encountered!

The house was spotless when we arrived; the linens and towels were in copious supply. A gift basket of wine and tapenade was there for us from the [owners]; the Kitchen had almost every utensil we needed to cook, dishware for our family reunion meal for 10 people. The gas grill on the terrace worked fine for many enjoyable meals under the umbrella on the terrace by the pool.
The house had four sets of French doors opening onto the terrace (one onto balcony); yet it cooled off wonderfully at night (no air conditioning – this is France).

I could go on and on. The house is set in a gated-guarded closed community of single homes, condominiums and two hotels set on a Pierre et Vacances golf course and resort with splendidly landscaped grounds, large swimming pools (at extra cost) and a small village of three restaurants, grocery, hairdresser, tourist office, wine shop and the main reception for the hotel.
There too we were treated with great graciousness and we enjoyed many meals at the “Domain” restaurants.

Before you advertise this home to the world go there yourselves!!

With many thanks to New York Habitat for assisting me in finding this rental, I am.

Very sincerely,

David R. Asplin