Penny was a terrific host; this really is a serene oasis. She was so considerate - a glass of water and chocolate on the nightstand when I got back the first night; coffee in the mornings; all her advice about places to see, travel time to different places, and getting into the MoMA - I felt quite welcomed to the city. The bed is comfortable, the shower is excellent, the house is warm (but not stifling). There are lots of great places to eat nearby, and there are two subway stops on Lexington about equidistant from the apartment. I never really mastered the bus system, but there are a bunch of bus stops handy, too. I say again: Penny is a terrific host, and you'll love staying with her.