It's the loveliest little East Village spot, a very authentically downtown NYC experience. Jane is put it together in such a clean, thoughtful, tasteful way, I really enjoyed it and felt well cared for while I was there. You're right in the center of the East Village action so there's some street/bar noise but for me -- as familiar as I am with that part of the City -- I was expecting it and didn't mind it. (If you're a sound sensitive sleeper, ear plugs would be advised.) Jane has described her place perfectly and accurately as far as I'm concerned. I really hope her place is available again in the future; I'd love to stay there again and again.