Roula is an amazing host, always available and ready to help, but not intrusive. The apartment was fully stocked with everything from eggs and milk to Q-tips and Band-aids. For public transportation, the bus stand is literally right outside the door. The subway stop is 7-10 minutes away, which was short but still a challenge for my 3-year old. Nice and safe neighborhood with Astoria Park just a block away. Would highly recommend this for a comfortable stay in New York.