We had no problem connecting with Paul even though our arrival was hours later than expected. After a quick introduction to the apartment he insisted we head for the nearest pint which set up our holiday nicely. The place is great and seems to be well equipped but we just slept there in the comfortable bed. We didn't shop or cook at all.
There's construction going on so it's noisy in the morning but not super early. Also the plumbing is not what you might be used to. It's a long block to Merrian Square and then you're in the centre.