Great communication from Lolita, and I appreciated being to book it without having to be reviewed (which was a HUGE help, considering I was down to the wire). The house and the room were exactly as advertised—all I needed was a bed and a safe place to store my stuff, both of which were provided. The room itself was very small, but charmingly so: It provided a lovely view of the street below, and was very close to both the bathroom and the kitchen, both of which were always clean and tidy. I didn't encounter a single other soul in the building, though, which was surprising, but not a big deal.

Great neighborhood, too, surrounded by plenty of places to eat and within walking distance of both the subway and the gorgeous Astoria Park. Overall, everything was very warm and inviting; I really enjoyed my stay, and would recommend it to anyone looking for a safe and comfy place to crash.