Meet Eddie
Outgoing, Sociable, Listener
As a Cancer survivor I make sure to laugh and have a great time as often as possible. Life is too short! I'm a "people" person and have tons of experience hosting on other platforms. Se habla Español
On a typical day...
I’m a clean person and keep a clean house.
When I host guests...
I’m helpful and hands on. I can show them where to go and help them get there.
Family Hobbies
Snow boarding, Riding motorbikes, Camping, Music, gigs, festivals
Hosting guests since
2016
Response Rate
100%
Response Time
Within a few hours
About the Homestay
- Welcomes
- Males
- Females
- Couples
- Families
- Students
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE NEW SHORT TERM RENTAL LAW IN NEW YORK CITY DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS LOCATION. PLEASE FEEL FREE TO CONTACT US
PLEASE NOTE: Unfortunately at this time, due to entrance size, I am not able to offer wheelchair accessibility. I'm sorry for the inconvenience
PLEASE NOTE: PAYPAL is no longer accepted by this host to pay booking balance due to the high cost of transfer fees. Please use CASH or REVOLUT or WISE or any of the payment options noted in the payment section below. Thanks
Hello my friends, my apartment is small but well maintained. It is very cozy and clean. It is fully equipped with dishes, pots and pans, blender, coffee maker, toaster, large stove / oven and refrigerator. All linens, bath towels, body soap, shampoo and conditioner are included. The common area and bathroom is shared with the host only
The printer is accessible over WiFi with most devices for guests needing to conduct business
I offer TV with local channels and your room is equipped with Netflix, HULU, and free high-speed WiFi. There is no mess or clutter because I like to keep things simple. I'm an empty-nester as my only son graduated from NJIT university, found his own flat and started a new career at Tesla.
NOTE: Bed size is a standard U.S. Queen Size (80 inches X 60 inches = 203.2 CM X 152.4 CM)
I am a 56 year old man who is very friendly, sociable and happy to host. As a former Airbnb manager I have gained lots of experience hosting (Se habla Español). It really is a home away from home and you will always be treated as family.
With plenty of local transportation just 1.5 blocks away you can travel to New York City Port Authority Bus & Subway Terminal (also known as Times Square & 42St). From there the sky is the limit as to where you can go in NYC..... 42nd Street (Times Square), Empire State Building, One World Observatory, Intrepid Air & Space Museum, Central Park, Stature Of Liberty, 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Rockefeller Center, MOMA.... the list is endless! All points in Lower, Mid & Upper Manhattan
On a nice day you can walk 25 minutes to the Port Imperial Ferry (Weehawken, NJ) which will take you to Wall Street/Pier 11 and so much more. Please visit nywaterway.com for fares, routes and schedules.
Please note that currently the NYC Metro Card for subway/busses are not accepted on NJ Transit busses. NJ Transit passes (Flex Pass = multiple bus rides) may be purchased at Port Authority for use on any NJ Transit bus. These passes are offered at 20% discount versus paying cash on bus. Once here, I recommend the NJ & MTA Transit Apps which gives you up-to-the-minute New Jersey/New York Transit scheduling/tracking information to/from and within NYC/NJ
Once you board the bus for NYC it usually takes about 20 -25 minutes from home, depending on traffic, to reach Port Authority NY. In NYC there are a variety of transportation options to take you to the 5 boroughs of Queens, Brooklyn, Bronx, Manhattan and Staten Island.
If you just want to spend some time in our local area you'll find plenty of great restaurants and shopping in the immediate vicinity all within walking distance of home. The NJ Light Rail is located just several blocks from here if you fancy a trip to the Newport Center shopping Mall In Jersey City, Liberty Science Center or Liberty State Park.
For folks attending events at Met Life Stadium in NJ, you're just 35 minutes from home via bus or 15 - 20 minutes by car.
** VERY IMPORTANT LOCAL AIRPORT INFORMATION: If at all possible I recommend traveling through JFK Airport (New York), LGA Airport (New York) or Stewart Airport (SWF) and AVOID NEWARK AIRPORT (EWR) because it is rated the worst airport in our area for public transportation. Starting October 2022 Newark (EWR) will be removed from the "NYC City Code" which means it will no longer be considered part of the NYC Airport System. The consequences may be higher prices all around, including with local transportation. It is currently very difficult and expensive to use any type of local transit when traveling from EWR to our surrounding cities and the recommended options for transportation is using UBER, LYFT or Taxi service
*** UBER now offers shuttle service from JFK & LGA directly to Port Authority Bus Terminal In Manhattan. Please check your UBER App for more information ***
PAYMENT: Balance due payment arrangements must be made immediately after completing booking by contacting the host. Balance can be paid via REVOLUT, Venmo, CashApp, Zelle, WISE or CASH upon arrival. PayPal not accepted at this time
**Checks, Money Orders and Western Union are not accepted**
No car service is provided.
Thanks and Happy Travels!
SPECIAL NOTE.... I understand things are financially tough all over so don't be afraid to ask about any possible discounts on booking rates. I am always happy to offer a little discount within reason. Cheers, Eddie
Bedrooms available for booking
About the Area
(Walking Tour Video) https://youtu.be/Amm1VkMuMyI?si=6gS8dPuTki039lwg This is a quiet area with many restaurants and shopping. The bus stop for buses to and from New York City is just a 1 minute walk away. As of Feb. 2024 we now have a large paid public parking garage just around the corner from home at a cost of $10.00 per day. Parking pass must also be purchased for street parking. Parking pass can be purchased on site or using the West New York Parking App. There are also charging spots available for electric vehicles but the charge output is a bit slow. In June 2024 New York City will be charging additional tolls (NYC Congestion Pricing) in addition to regular tolls for vehicles entering or traveling within the City making it very expensive to use personal vehicle within certain areas (Please Google search "NYC Congestion Pricing Plan" for updated information). There are several area parks, one of which offers breathtaking views of the New York skyline. Many shopping and dining options in our area are all within walking distance if you do not want to travel to New York. To our home from Port Authority NY, take #159 or #156 NJ Transit Bus to Bergenline & 57th Street. Walk to 56th Street and make left. House is 3/4 block on left side
Meals
Hosts can offer a complimentary light breakfast at their discretion. All other meals, including a full breakfast, might incur an additional cost, if offered. Meals and any additional payment should be arranged directly with your host.
Included in the stay
- Complimentary Light Breakfast
- Use of Kitchen
House Rules
The room and apartment must be kept in the condition in which it was received. There is no food items or eating allowed in bedroom and living room, especially on couch. Access to the kitchen and living room is allowed at all times but must be kept clean.
Smoking is not allowed in the room or in the apartment or in front of building (STRICTLY ENFORCED, SMOKERS WILL BE ASKED TO LEAVE AND NO REFUND WILL BE ISSUED). No drug use (including medical marijuana) will be tolerated. As per the State Of New Jersey, recreational use of marijuana is allowed in a private home. This is not a private home as there are 5 other tenants/families that reside in this building. HOST HAS ASTHMA AND CANNOT TOLERATE SMOKING OR VAPING OF ANY KIND
Need to respect other tenants in the building. Noise level MUST be kept low due to elderly tenants who reside in building. Property monitored by 24-hour video.
Sorry, due to host allergies, pets are not allowed.
Payment arrangements must be made at time of booking by contacting host.
**Please be aware that the 15% Homestay booking fee is not part of room cost. This is an administration fee charged for completing booking by Homestay.com
Balance can be paid in Cash or through Revolut, Wise, Venmo, CashApp, or Zelle upon arrival.
**Checks, Money Orders, Western Union and PayPal are not accepted**
No car service is provided.
Thanks and Happy Travels!
Smoking Rules
Your host is a non-smoker.
Smoking is not allowed.
96 Reviews
May 2025
I'm really pleased with my stay with Eddie.
I benefited from his assistance from my country, France. And when I arrived at JFK airport, he was available to assist me. The stay went marvellously well in a lively and very respectful neighbourhood.
I will definitely make a reservation at Eddie's for my next trip.
His flat is so clean that sometimes you're afraid of doing something stupid hahahah... I really liked it.Host reply
Helloooo Saint, thank you for the review. I'm happy you had a great time and I would love to have you back. Good luck in Florida and have a great trip back home to France afterwards. You're the best brother!! Happy travels!
April 2025
Eddie is a wonderful person. He is really kind, helpful and funny, he helped us with everything and make sure to feel like we are at home. Absolutely reliable person. His place is super clean and super comfortable, the neighborhood is clean and quiet and it is really easy to get to NY and back. We will definitely remember to him and if we ever come back, we would like to stay at his place again.
Host reply
Hi Virag, thank you so much. I feel so bad for you guys since the Weather in New York was not pleasant during your visit but I hope your trip to Washington has been full of Sunshine. I guess you're going to have to come back here and give it another try.... My door will always be open my friends. Happy Travels! Eddie
April 2025
What to say about our stay, everything was perfect from the beginning to the end, the most perfect about our stay was our amazing host Eddie, you never get bored chating with him, he gave us the best advices to make our stay enjoyable several months before our arrival (since it was our first time in the US).
The only con thing because there must be one, is the fact that we had to leave, we hope that we'll come back and visit again.Host reply
Hello Anis, I'm so happy to know that all went well and that you had a great stay at my home. It was a pleasure to have met you and I wish you were able to stay longer. Hope to see you again and Happy Travels!
March 2025
Eddie is a very friendly host, having clean and well-equipped homestay. You will never get lost with Eddie's simple-to-follow-details on public transport mode and directions.
Host reply
Hiya Yy, thanks for your kind words. It was a great pleasure to have you in my home. I had so much fun during our conversations, especially about the differences of the traditional versus simplified Chinese language. That was amazing! Happy travels my friend!
March 2025
We had the most wonderful 5 days at Eddie's place! From the moment we walked through the door, we felt incredibly welcome. Eddie gave us so many great recommendations for both the New Jersey area and New York City – they were really helpful! My friend and I also enjoyed the great conversations we had with Eddie during our stay. I can highly recommend staying here to everyone! The price is very affordable, and New York City is only a 25-minute bus ride away. Plus, Eddie is an amazing host! Thank you for 5 wonderful days! If we return to New Jersey, we will definitely stay with Eddie again :)
Host reply
Hi Clara & Amelie, thanks for your review and I hope your travels to Guatemala have been full of fun and excitement. Hope to see you guys again someday and happy travels my friends! Cheers, Eddie
February 2025
EDDIE is the BEST!!!! We've been into lots of accommodation, nothing beats EDDIE in terms of LITERALLY EVERYTHING! Just fabulous, Eddie the great!
Host reply
Hello Reca, thank you so much for your review. It was my honor to have you as my guest. Happy travels my friend!! Eddie
February 2025
A great welcome, the place is very clean, you will sleep in peace in a safe neighborhood. Parking is at a low cost and transport is a 2-minute walk away. You will travel safely and with peace of mind because Eddie is a real travel facilitator. He will brief you on the pitfalls of the Big Apple to avoid. Our discussions were fascinating. If you are looking for a place to sleep, that's good. If you want to live a unique experience, that's even better! Eddie is a person to discover!
Host reply
Thank you soooo much Razika. Can't wait to hear more about how your book is coming along. Happy travels! Eddie
February 2025
10/10, tout était parfait. Le logement est super propre, le lit est confortable. Et surtout Eddie est un hôte formidable à l’écoute, prêt à aider avec beaucoup d’hostilité !
Je recommande à 100%.
Host reply
Thank you Ibrahim for your wonderful review. It was a pleasure to have you in my home. Good luck with your coaching career and keep in touch. Happy travels my friend... Cheers, Eddie
January 2025
I had an amazing stay with Eddie in Jersey! From the moment I arrived, he made me feel right at home with his warm welcome. Eddie is incredibly funny and talkative—he really knows how to keep a conversation going and has a great sense of humor that made my stay even more enjoyable. It felt more like staying with an old friend than just a host. Whether it was sharing local tips or just chatting about life, I never had a dull moment. If you’re looking for a fun and friendly place to stay, I highly recommend staying with Eddie!
Host reply
Magnus, I don't know what to say brother ..... I had the best time with you and Oliver! Man, we laughed and joked around and made me feel like I was back in my old school days... thank you brother for allowing me to host you. Cheers friends.. Eddie
December 2024
We had a perfect stay in Eddie's house. The location was quiet, the bed was so cozy and comfortable. We had a really good sleep and allways woke up refreshed. Thank you so much and we only can recommend Eddie. The only think was: we could not stay longer.
Host reply
Jutta, you took the words right out of my mouth... "I wish you could have stayed longer as well" It was my pleasure to have been able to host you and Heiko. Happy Travels my friends!
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