Doug is a wise, energetic and friendly host. He welcomed me when I arrived at his home in an amicable manner. He introduced me to everything about the house and the neighborhood which he is well-versed. He was informative and gave me excellent instructions on how to use the house efficiently for keeping everything clean and dry in bathroom, which was useful information.
The room is cozy, filled with art books and interesting secrets. The large backyard with trees and plants was good for working, eating and using my wifi. On separate occasions I enjoyed watching a black kitty and the squirrels playing in the yard, at different times. The front bedroom, which Doug also rents, I recommend it as it's more spacious, has a comfortable easy chair and writing desk if guests stay longer.
The location is great. It's peaceful, two green parks within a few minutes walking distance, close to major transportation hubs for the subway and getting to the NYC airports. There's free parking on the street and it's easy to find convenient shopping, unique cafes and restaurants. For helpful information about what to see in both Manhattan and Doug, his advice and knowledge of the city is informative.
Thanks for the great stay! Highly recommended.