Chantelle's place was perfectly situated for me, just a few blocks form Grand Central where I arrived by train. The apartment is located in a quaint old set of apartment buildings, so there is the charm, character, and the quirks of a traditional NYC apartment (the only drawback being some banging in the old steam radiators). It was a good size for the two of us and didn't feel at all cramped. Given the time of year we didn't use it, but I can hardly believe there's a private backyard (I'll have to come back in the summer to take advantage of it). The location worked very well, including local supermarkets and a wide range of restaurants. I highly recommend this apartment for someone looking for an affordable place while visiting the city.