Staying with Fran made me feel so welcome. The room was lovely, just as described. The neighborhood was nice, on the upper west side and convenient to bus and metro and the park. However, Fran is the real jewel (although her home is like a jewel box) a fascinating woman who was —great company, a wonderful hostess, helpful, knowledgeable of the city and its attractions and culture. To quote Anne of Green Gables, "a kindred spirit."