Lovely host and ideal location (close to public transport and stores). The basement itself presents some challenges: not really suitable for tall people (I banged my head a couple of times and showering is a challenge); it can be noisy (both from the home upstairs and from the subway underneath) and you need to keep a dehumidifier running. These are not dramatic issues and realities of an old home but worth being prepared for them. Other than this, great stay