I've thoroughly enjoyed my stay at Helen's place. Helen is an excellent and hospitable host. Her well-kept place is in a quiet, nice, and safe neighborhood and is only a 10 min walk to Victoria tram station - another 10 to walk further to Northern Quarters and Ancoats - but you can also take a bus at the nearby Greengate West bus stop or a bit further down at Chapel St bus stops to get to Shudehill interchange. There are two grocery stores nearby where you can get food. All in all highly recommended!