THIS IS MY HAPPY PLACE
Guest rating: 2.0 / 5
Overview
THIS IS MY HAPPY PLACE is a smoke-free apartment-style stay in Connecticut, positioned as a convenient base close to downtown services and transit. It has a public rating of 2/5 based on 4 reviews, indicating mixed to negative guest feedback.
Apartment Layout
The unit is described as a one-bedroom apartment with one bathroom plus a separate living room. Guests have access to a full kitchen setup intended for self-catering stays.
Kitchen & In-Unit Comforts
Kitchen amenities include an oven/stove and microwave, along with cookware and place settings (pots, pans, plates, and dishes). Additional in-unit features include air conditioning, heating, an ironing board, cable TV, and free Wi‑Fi; linens and towels are noted as provided.
Beach Access
The property advertises beach access and is positioned as convenient to two beaches. This can suit travelers who want a coastal element alongside city access.
Getting Around & Nearby Transit
Local bus access is close by at Washington Blvd @ Paragon Ln (about 84 m) and Summer St @ Bridge St (about 523 m). Stamford train station is about 2.5 km away, and the listing notes Metro‑North service with an approximate 45-minute ride to New York City.
Best for
Best suited to travelers who want an apartment with a full kitchen for self-catering, including an oven/stove and microwave, plus in-unit basics like Wi‑Fi, cable TV, heating/AC, and an ironing board. It can also work for guests who want public transit nearby, with bus stops within a short walk and Stamford train access for regional trips, including NYC.
Travel tips
If you plan to use public transportation, the nearest bus stop (Washington Blvd @ Paragon Ln) is very close, and Stamford train station is about 2.5 km away for Metro‑North service toward New York City (noted as ~45 minutes). For airport planning, Westchester County Airport is the closest listed airport (~13 km), while JFK, LaGuardia, and Newark are significantly farther.
What guests say
Guest feedback reflected by the 2/5 public rating includes serious concerns raised about bathroom/plumbing conditions. Reviews also describe difficult host interactions, including reports of harassment and intimidation and disputes escalating to involvement of authorities. One guest noted the booking platform’s customer support handled a problem by arranging an alternative stay. Overall, the most prominent themes are maintenance/hygiene concerns and challenging communication with the owner, rather than location or amenities.
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