Jacques is super nice and helpful and it turned out we even have friends in common! The apartment is spacious and quiet, Jacques and his two roommates aren't around a lot and when they are they're very pleasant. The room's great and the bed is comfi - I was a bit worried about the main road as I sleep with the window open but after the first night it was fine. Hot shower, kitchen, wifi, everything you need. Good location and I'd definitely recommend making use of the bike rental option which has you experiencing the city on a whole different level. Cycling in NYC is pretty insane but on the increase and definitely recommended!

Oh and I heartily recommend the Mexican takeaway place one block up from the apartment on Bedford!