We had a private room as a part of a larger house with a couple other guests. The shared living space never felt intrusive, there was enough privacy to feel comfortable with a more affordable price. The room was a little dirty, with a couple stains on the floors and walls but overall not too bad. The trip to Manhattan was about an hour via the subway, which was close enough for a day trip but it would be difficult to go back and forth. If you're looking for a cheap place to stay for a couple nights this is definitely a good option.