I loved my experience overall. I did not have a chance to meet Ivey, but she was very responsive to emails and messages, and her roommates were nice and helpful.

The place is very accessible by subway and bus- around 30 minutes from the center of Manhattan. Some of the surrounding streets seemed a bit dodgy but I felt safe enough to walk around with my camera. Hancock street, where the place is located, is colourful and beautiful. There are lots of food options around, very diverse and busy.

The room is clean, sunny, cosy, and the bed is comfy. I would totally recommend Ivey's place.

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