It's a classic New York apartment -- which is to say, "small" -- but the bedroom is a generous size and well equipped with a wide-screen with a variety of program options. Barbara is a cheerful, welcoming and helpful host, familiar with her neighborhood and what it offers. The apartment is on the ground floor, so no need to use an elevator or stairs. It has a view of a fire escape and blank wall -- with a hint of the back yard -- but it's quiet. That lack of noise is unusual for New York, particularly when the apartment is just steps from Broadway, and in a lively, safe neighborhood. It's less than a five-minute walk to a stop on one of the main north-south subway lines, #1, running south to Central Park, Midtown, Penn Station and all the way to the Financial District. The apartment is also a few minutes' walk to Riverbank State Park with magnificent views of the Hudson River.