My girlfriend and I were really able to enjoy our weekend in New York thanks to the accommodations of Eric with his cozy apartment. All of the essentials were appropriately provided for and the space was surprisingly cozy, private and more than comfortable for 2 people. It is about at least a 30 minute trip to the center of Manhattan but you should become intensely familiar with the public transportation system (via subway) in a reasonable amount of time. Overall, Eric's apartment is more than an efficient space to be able to enjoy New York with an affordable price. Enjoy!