There were nine of us girls visiting NYC to celebrate our 40th birthday. When I first suggested renting apartment-style B&B accommodations the girls were a little apprehensive but I convinced them it was the way to go. Upon arrival and inspection of each others suites everyone was more than happy and the repeated comment was that the rooms were even better than the pictures.. I was the one in charge of booking the accommodation and pleasing nine women can be a bit of a challenge, but more than once that trip I was toasted for what a great job I’d done - the perfect atmosphere, great service and facilities, and a convenient location that gave us easy access to everything. I was the one that received the praise from our group but all the credit goes to Jeff and Vinessa for the beautiful home away from home they provided us with. I was simply lucky enough to find Ivy Terrace B&B on the internet.

If you want roomy elevators, views of the skyline and room service Ivy Terrace is not for you but if you want to get a sense of what living in Manhattan is like you won’t be disappointed !

British Columbia
Dated: 2008

Happy New Year to you !!

I have stayed in a couple of different places in New York City (from the high to the low end) Ivy Terrace was the best! The spacious room and the very well equipped kitchen make the stay so enjoyable and perfect to relax after hours in the busy city.

Count me in as part of your marketing strategy... will tell all my friends about your place.

Patrik
Switzerland
Dated: January 2008

If hotels aren't your favorite places and you want a sense of living as a New Yorker, be it ever so briefly, this "unhosted B & B" is the answer. I occupied the Ivy Suite, which, while smaller than the other studio apartments in this building in Midtown Manhattan had the supreme advantage of a terrace -- perfect for enjoying breakfast (all ingredients provided, including good coffee and something to make it in) and watching the passing show. Situated in a hugely convenient part of the city, part-residential, part commercial (a mere couple of blocks from Bloomingdales) and close to the 59th Str subway, Ivy Terrace has the supreme advantage of being in a quiet street, so sleep is possible for those who desire it in the 'City that never sleeps'. Decorated in quiet good taste, accommodation includes a large and supremely comfortable bed, sitting area complete with radio and television, air conditioning, fully equipped kitchen, bathroom with bath and shower and aforementioned terrace. Owner Vinessa Milando has thought of everything including guide books, menus from local restaurants and a couple of novels in case you run out of reading matter. New York is my favourite city in the world, and a huge amount of my enjoyment of my most recent trip was coming back to the comfort of Ivy Terrace, where, from the moment I walked in, exhausted after 24 hours in transit, I felt at home.

P. Tucker
Johannesburg
Dated: Sep 9, 2007

My daughter and I truly had a wonderful time at the Ivy Terrace! We enjoyed the "City Experience" and really felt like we were home away from home. The location is ideal, and the apartment was very clean. It was great to have breakfast, and coffee in our own little apartment before venturing out into the big city. Thanks for making us feel so welcome.

We have done nothing but recommend the Ivy Terrace to all our friends, residents of NY and non residents alike, since our stay. We absolutely had a wonderful stay and will look forward to returning on our next trip to NY. Ivy Terrace afforded us the feeling of being city dwellers and really belonging there.

Thanks,

Susan P. Matthews
North Carolina
Dated: September 17th, 2007

Good afternoon!

My sisters and I wanted to thank you so much for your hospitality! We loved the Rose Room and enjoyed our lovely terrace many evenings.

The room was everything we hoped for and more and we could not have been in a better location. We were able to walk almost everywhere and it was great to be in a quiet location with so many restaurants and facilities nearby.

It was so nice to be able to have our breakfast and coffee every morning before heading out for the day. The flowers, balloons and birthday cake for my sister were great, thank you so much for having that all there for us.

This was the first time my sisters and I have taken a vacation together and we had a wonderful time. If we ever return to New York we will definitely stay with you again and we will certainly recommend you to anyone we know who is vacationing there.

Thanks again for everything,
Marylou Marshall
Allison Stammers
Linda Morrison
Date posted: July 20, 2007

Everything in the Rose Room was absolutely wonderful! The Ivy Terrace was an amazing getaway for us - it was close enough to all the sights and attractions in Manhattan, but secluded and private enough to feel like it was a home-away-from home in New York City. I would recommend the Ivy Terrace to anyone looking for a comfortable, unique place to stay in a quaint neighborhood on the Upper East Side. Many thanks to you and your staff for making our weekend an enjoyable one that won't ever be forgotten!

Warmest regards,
Pamela Sully
Date posted: November 7, 2006

We had the good fortune to stay at the Ivy Terrace Bed and Breakfast in October, 2006. Having stayed at a few “questionable” B and B’s in the Big Apple, we were a bit wary despite the great website. Our fears were groundless when we stepped in to the Rose Room, quite spacious and very clean. Santino met us at the door after a call from the airport. On the table were a dozen pink roses and a bowl filled with fresh fruit. With a fully stocked refrigerator, we ate breakfast “at home” and enjoyed the City’s restaurants for dinner. Although we could have easily cooked dinner since the kitchen was fully equipped with pots and pans, dishes, and silverware! We wrote notes to Santino a couple of times, like where’s the sugar? What happened to the washcloths? Like magic, upon our return our wishes were granted. The Rose Room has a patio that we were able to share with our friends because the October weather was so fine. Our friends were very happy in the Waverly room directly above us.