Syl and Karl are really great hosts. Very friendly, accommodating and all round nice people.
Upon arrival Syl showed me around the property and really made me feel at home.
Staying at this place alone was a real kick start to discovering New York. Over the road is the train station, where you can purchase a weekly rail / bus pass for $30.
It's a 5 min rail trip into lower manhattan and roughly a 10 min walk right into broadway.
The neighbourhood felt very safe, across the road there is a Diner that is open 24/7, which had an awesome selection of great, affordable food and has this special licence thats been grandfathered in so they can serve alcohol after 4am.
All round staying at Syl and Karl's was a great experience and next time I'm in New York I know where to stay!
Thanks again Syl and Karl!