Can't beat the location if you want a cozy apartment in the heart of Shimokitazawa with great access to shops and the train station (less than 5 minute walk). So many restaurants and bars nearby although since we visited during the holidays, many were closed. Can possibly be a challenge when traveling with children as the restaurant/bars (eg yakitori place) did not seat teens under 20 even with parents along. Can get a bit noisy at night with revelers. Excellent base for thrifting in the many well curated second hand stores. Fantastic proximity to Ozeki grocery which offers so many cooked and fresh produce and meat choices for those who prefer to cook.
Overall a wonderful experience and would stay again because of location. Communications with our host was clear and helpful. Place is well loved and lived in so don't expect serviced apartment grade tableware or bed linens. Improvement would be for sofa to be professionally cleaned and a bidet in the bathroom.