Laramie is an amazing host! He let me stay at his house in Brooklyn on very(!) short notice and was super helpful in giving descriptions for my arrival and recommendations about my stay. As he was still working on his house to improve the experience for his guests there were minor renovations going on. But he let me no beforehand and it didn't inconvenience me at all.
If you're looking to experience New York beyond Manhattan I highly recommend staying with Laramie. Trains aren't far away and take you directly to downtown Manhattan. The neighborhood is safe and Laramie is fun to talk to while being very considerate if you want some privacy.
Thanks for hosting me Laramie, I hope to be able to come back to NY and your place sometime soon!