New York City’s Luxury Rentals Offer Unique Perks: Off-Property Experiences
Even long after the end of COVID-19, New Yorkers may still find it tricky to mix and mingle in real life — even with their apartment neighbors. However, luxury rentals around town are now offering unique perks to help residents leave their buildings and connect with each other.
Excursions and Field Trips
The hottest amenity offering at luxury rentals is excursions and field trips, which invite residents to partake in various activities such as wine tasting, apple picking, sailing, and restaurant hopping – all with their building mates in tow.
The Brodsky Organization
The Brodsky Organization, a developer with more than 50 residential buildings in New York, is one of the local names offering these treks. They debuted these getaways last fall in a partnership with the outdoor activity company Sourced Adventures. The kickoff was a day-long jaunt to Pennings Orchard in upstate Warwick to pick apples and pumpkins.
Cost and Availability
The cost of these excursions is typically lower than what Sourced Adventures would charge, with the Brodsky Organization offering round-trip transportation in coach buses at two different pickup points in the city for $70 a person. The excursions sell out almost immediately, with two more trips offered since the initial outing.
Creating a Community
Joe Porritt, Brodsky’s director of leasing and marketing, says the point of these trips is to create a community for their residents that they may not get as much of a sense of with in-building amenities. “The residents on these trips are there because they want to be social,” he said.
Gotham Organization
Gotham Organization, another developer with several luxury rentals in New York, is also offering off-property experiences. Their One Park Point in Brooklyn’s Windsor Terrace neighborhood and Maven in Mott Haven in the South Bronx are among the properties that host these adult field trips.
Activities and Events
Some of the activities and events offered by Gotham Organization include sailboat rides around Manhattan, rooftop concerts, and tubing on the Delaware River, capped off by a riverside lunch and brewery visit. The company’s marketing director, Natasha Mazeau, says that the off-property forays are tailored to each building and are always at capacity.
Conclusion
In conclusion, luxury rentals in New York City are offering unique perks to help residents leave their buildings and connect with each other. These off-property experiences, such as excursions and field trips, are creating a sense of community among residents and providing a way for them to socialize and have fun.
FAQs
Q: What types of activities are offered by these luxury rentals?
A: Activities may include wine tasting, apple picking, sailing, restaurant hopping, and more.
Q: Are these excursions free?
A: Typically, the cost of these excursions is lower than what the activity company would charge, with the developer covering the cost or offering a discounted rate for residents.
Q: Are these excursions available to all residents?
A: Yes, these excursions are usually available to all residents of the luxury rental building, making it a great way to meet new people and create a sense of community.
Q: Can I sign up for these excursions?
A: Yes, residents can typically sign up for these excursions by contacting the building management or developer directly.
