Swati's place is right by the beach and close to JFK. While it is within the landing/take off path, you get used to the planes after a while. Neighbourhood is quiet and feels safe with a 10 mins walk to the train station. There is a Stop & Shop for groceries and Starbucks nearby.
The house is comfy and had a lived-in vibe to it as the host most likely lives there when not being rented out. Kitchen was adequately equipped for simple meals. The rooms were spacious and well heated. The rubber snake in the kids' room gave me a fright though, coming from someone with such a phobia.
In terms of being a host, Swati was lovely to deal with and she promptly obliged my request for a kettle which was much appreciated given the cold spell we had at that time when temperature went down to -12 Celsius.