I arrived in JFK at 2 pm and promptly got text from Host Joan welcoming me to the NYC. She was there to greet me when I arrived, gave me tips on how to travel into the city and asked me what I liked to eat for breakfast. The next morning there was a bag of fruit, bagels and cream (for coffee) hanging on my door. Joan was warm and accommodating, let me know she'd be available if needed but then gave me total privacy. The apartment is on the ground floor of a beautiful Victorian house. There is a common door to house (you have keys so you come and go as you please) then the apartment door is off the foyer. I never felt the need to lock my door when I left the house. The apartment was spotless, quiet and the bed was wonderful. There was a shared backyard space but I never ventured outside. The subway was a short and safe walk from house (4 - 5 blocks) and about a 30-40 min subway ride into the city. One day I even took a bus because it was about the same travel time. All in all, I was very happy with Joan's place. She is a fantastic host!