Joy's place was exactly what we were looking for. I was here with 3 friends for a bday trip. Technically it is about a $26 uber ride to get to lower manhattan for nightlife or into the city for a good dinner. Luckily there is a subway 3 streets away on 135th street so that was great. We used that the majority of the trip. I recommend buying the 7 day unlimited pass even if you're only there for 4. Saves SO much money.
As for the place, pictures were accurate. Had a full sized bed and a pull out couch. Kitchen was fully equipped with dishes and pots/pans. She also had tons of seasoning and spices so we didn't have to worry about buying any ourselves. No dishwasher but handwashing is just as easy. Loved that it was a Gas stove as well.
As for noise, it was a surprisingly pretty quiet neighborhood. Except for the occasionally honking - but it is NYC. Only downside is that you can hear everything from the people upstairs. Every morning we would get woken up at like 7 or 8 by the people upstairs. We called them our elephants. It was so very loud but luckily it wasn't an all night thing.
Joy had a book upon arrival with restaurants nearby and wifi codes. There isn't any subway tips in there so try downloading the transit app.
For the price and proximity to the subway, this place is perfect - if I go back to NYC I will def be staying here!