What we loved :
- The quick and easy communication with the host
- The kindness and helpfulness of the superintendent
- The budget friendly price
- The bus stop right in front of the house
- The safe and quiet neighborhood
- The comfort of the beds and the providing of all utilities
What could've been better :
- If you plan to stay here, keep in mind that there's a single bathroom for at least 6 people. This being said, the bathroom might be very busy, and it's not every guest that cares about cleaning after him/herself. The cleanliness of the house itself was perfect when we arrived but unfortunately, some guests left the bathroom dirty several times. Also, the guests might not be aware of how loud their music/talking is, wether it's early in the morning or late at night. Of course, Son-Ya has no control over these things and tries her best to help us, but be prepared to deal with similar issues (hence the 4 stars).
- There is a small fan in the room, but it doesn't do much. The room gets hot quickly. If you can't handle the heat, think of bringing another fan with you.
- The house itself is quite far from the center of New York so be prepared to travel at least 1.5 hour in bus/metro if you want to visit New York's main attractions.
In brief, we enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend the room, but solely if you're ready to cohabit with strangers and you don't mind spending time on the bus/metro.