Title: Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire apartment # Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. Apartment with kitchen, near Yankee Stadium ## Photo gallery for Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. ![Outdoor dining - Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. (New York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101970000/101967400/101967386/ff6543de.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property video](https://mediaim.expedia.com/video/9A1CB9973399C0715D59CB4C219CD018/509f86ca-eade-445b-b344-4d4909b4dcd2-thumbnail.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=1080) ![Smart TV - Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. (New York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101970000/101967400/101967386/245bc0a0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. (New York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101970000/101967400/101967386/28113b6d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. (New York)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101970000/101967400/101967386/9fed24e5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Harlem Heights' history comes alive in this charming garden suite, a former rare bookshop on Sugar Hill. Enjoy your private entrance, full kitchen and bath, and a tranquil garden perfect for al fresco dining or relaxation. With eclectic decor, comfortable seating areas, cable television and internet access you'll feel right at home. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire apartment 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 2925 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space - Barbecue grill ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire apartment to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. Your pied a terre on Sugar Hill in the Jumel Terrace Historic District. A rare bookshop, open only by appointment, the garden suite resounds with Harlem Heights' history from the Founding Fathers thru the Founding Brothers to our vibrant now. Think privacy, quiet, autonomy, a garden in bloom and a readily available host/bookseller who lives and works within the premises. The space: You'll be the sharing with your host's bookshop this self contained yet attached garden suite/bookshop directly across the street from the Morris-Jumel Mansion, George Washington’s headquarters for 1776′s Battle of Harlem Heights and home to the infamous grand horizontal, Madame Jumel. At the time Duke Ellington dubbed the house “The Crown of Sugar Hill,” the immediate neighborhood was also home to Joe Louis, W.E.B. DuBois, Paul Robeson, Count Basie, Lena Horne, Coleman Hawkins, Mary Lou Williams, Thurgood Marshall, and dozens of other Jazz Masters and Civil Rights heroes. Know that during your stay appointments with the shop, specializing in our local history, African and American, will not be taken, ensuring your privacy, with a resident/host acting as concierge. The guest suite features a private entrance, full kitchen and bath (shower), a common room on the garden with a day bed (Charles Rogers), a large bedroom with an antique full-sized bed, and the second larger bookshop/bedroom with an opulent queen size 19th century French brass bed. We pride ourselves on the quality of our mattresses. All bedding has high thread counts linens, is hypo-allergenic and protected. The full kitchen features coffee/tea facilities, the Lamborghini of Italian stoves, with convection oven, and welcome food supplies (fresh gourmet coffee, fresh fruit), Rooms are furnished in a comfortable, eclectic mix with bookish comforts. There's abundant seating, two desks, two round tables, cable television, a record player, a tape deck, Harlem-centric record and tape libraries, a large bookshop library on local history, African & American, internet access, and a full ornamental garden with a grill. Wine and dine al fresco on Sunday afternoons as the sounds of Marjorie Elliot’s Parlor Jazz waif from her near by apartment. Enjoy local museums, entertainments and Sugar Hill cuisine, old New York charms, and easy transportation (subways and buses within two blocks, car services readily available.) On premises: library conference rooms, parlor and garden party rentals, computer, internet service, laundry service, cable television, record, & mp3 players. There is a parlor floor gallery and dining room and a large large library suitable for meetings, lectures, photo shoots, and exhibitions. Inquire for costs. The house’s photo shoot, conference and party facilities rates are available on inquiry. Guest access: Street parking, nearby indoor lots, subway (3 min. walk), bus (2 min. walk). Groceries, pharmacies, liquor stores, dry cleaners, a public library as close. Taxis and cars for hire usually within 3 minutes. Within walking distance: Harlem, Trinity Cemetery, Audubon Terrace with the Hispanic Society and the Society of Arts and Letters, the Metropolitan Museum of Art's medieval collections at the Cloisters, Rucker's Park, home to the greatest street basketball in the world, the Victorian walking bridge from Washington Heights to the Bronx. Dominican, Jamaican, Mexican, Columbian and Shanghai cuisines, coffee shops and NY Columbia Presbyterian Hospital. Short subway and bus rides to City College and Columbia University. Other things to note. Pets considered. Smoking permitted in the garden. During your stay. Your hosts are available at all hours to assist with anything you need, from directions to history lessons. There is housekeeping service. While doubling as a bookshop, is arguably the privatest and quietest guest suite in New York City and wholly fills the most exacting legals criteria, well insured and equipped with a state of the art home security system that ensures safety. Shared spaces can include a hallway leading to the cellar and garden. Your host, who lives and works on the premises full time, a lifelong now semi-retired bookseller, may on occasion request access to his stock during your stay. Fully compliant with NYC short term rental laws. Registration number OSE-STRREG-0001293 ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the apartment: WiFi ### Kitchen - Coffee grinder - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Lobster/crab pot - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Gas grill - Patio ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 925 square feet ## Similar properties ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99050000/99049600/99049572/4c1f1cad.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### comfortable room near Columbia University Manhattan - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-05&endDate=2026-01-06&selected=99049572&PinnedHotelID=99049572&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 11:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Check-out instructions The host requires you complete the following before checking out: Remove personal items and take out the trash Turn off the lights and lock the doors To lock door, pull tight, push YALE button. Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet) ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C40.83410%2C-73.93948&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JKbzeTCMXN6xYjIeNXsus_v4wUE=) New York, NY #### What's nearby - Columbia University Irving Medical Center \- 6 min walk \- 0.6 km - Nike Track & Field Center at The Armory \- 11 min walk \- 1.0 km - Hamilton Heights Historic District \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Yankee Stadium \- 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - George Washington Bridge \- 3 min drive \- 2.1 km #### Getting around - 163 St. - Amsterdam Av. Station - 3 min walk - Bronx Yankees East 153 St. Station - 4 min drive - LaGuardia Airport (LGA) - 25 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Five Flies - ‬6 min walk - ‪Duaa’s Cafe - ‬4 min walk - ‪Dunkin' - ‬2 min walk - ‪Flaco's Pizza - ‬6 min walk - ‪Crown Fried Chicken - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite.? ### What time is check-out at Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite.? ### Where is Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Elegant Uptown Historic District Garden Suite. Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### SB May 7, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awsome All over our stay was really excellent, Kurt a very nice host who takes care of his guests and has a lot of recommendations where to go for dinner and is also talking about the neighbourhood and gives some insights who lives here. To get into Manhattan city is really convenient. You take the subway and can easily move to a lot of spots which are interesting in New York. ##### SB Stayed 6 nights in May 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [John Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-John-Hotel.h19175691.Hotel-Information) > > [Ravel Hotel Trademark Collection by Wyndham](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Ravel-Hotel-Trademark-Collection-By-Wyndham.h1880311.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Long Island City/New York City](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-Long-Island-CityNew-York-City.h19176542.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada by Wyndham Flushing Queens](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Flushing-Queens.h7678509.Hotel-Information) > > [Graduate by Hilton New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Graduate-Roosevelt-Island.h45998944.Hotel-Information) > > [Aloft Long Island City - Manhattan View](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Aloft-Long-Island-City-Manhattan-View.h16402957.Hotel-Information) > > [Feather Factory](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Feather-Factory.h20307398.Hotel-Information) > > [The Collective Paper Factory](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Collective-Paper-Factory.h6986420.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Maspeth by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Maspeth.h1742005.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn & Suites LaGuardia Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-Suites-LaGuardia-Airport.h1209275.Hotel-Information) > > [Sheraton LaGuardia East Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Sheraton-LaGuardia-East-Hotel.h8576.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton Garden Inn Long Island City New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hilton-Garden-Inn-Long-Island-City-New-York.h9382123.Hotel-Information) > > [Hyatt Place Flushing/LaGuardia Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hyatt-Place-FlushingLaGuardia-Airport.h6884156.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Indigo Flushing - LaGuardia by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hotel-Indigo-Flushing.h30468831.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express Jamaica - JFK AirTrain - NYC by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Jamaica-JFK-AirTrain-NYC.h55580632.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton New York LaGuardia Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-LaGuardia-Plaza-Hotel.h7693.Hotel-Information) > > [TownePlace Suites by Marriott New York Long Island City/Manhattan View](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-TownePlace-Suites-By-Marriott-New-York-Long-Island-CityManhattan-View.h35782720.Hotel-Information) > > [Home2 Suites by Hilton NY Long Island City/Manhattan View](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Home2-Suites-By-Hilton-NY-Long-Island-CityManhattan-View.h7163594.Hotel-Information) > > [LIC Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-LIC-Hotel.h14840379.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Points by Sheraton Flushing](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Four-Points-By-Sheraton-Flushing.h68333401.Hotel-Information) > > [The One Boutique Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-One-Boutique-Hotel.h8225544.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton Inn NY-JFK](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Hampton-Inn-NY-JFK-Jamaica-Queens.h798778.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard Long Island City/New York Manhattan View](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Courtyard-Long-Island-CityNew-York-Manhattan-View.h13075920.Hotel-Information) > > [The Parc Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Parc-Hotel.h6839377.Hotel-Information) > > [TWA Hotel at JFK Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-TWA-Hotel.h49304196.Hotel-Information) > > [New York LaGuardia Airport Marriott](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-New-York-LaGuardia-Airport-Marriott.h2896.Hotel-Information) > > [The Boro Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-The-Boro-Hotel.h9711478.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Inn JFK Airport](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Comfort-Inn-JFK-Airport.h69402990.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Woodside LaGuardia Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Woodside-Queens-NYC.h58131140.Hotel-Information)