Richard is a great host and super friendly. Richard is accommodating and really likes to make you comfortable. The apartment is a three story walk up and Richard's apartment is on the last floor which makes it really private. I really enjoyed the early century tree-lined brick row house neighborhood, which still has a vibrant stoop culture,which is disappearing in other parts of the city. It is really convenient and close to the subway, both the L and the M trains and an easy ride into Manhattan. It's a great way to get to know the city beyond the typical tourist fare and get a taste of the huge variety offered in the big city.