Marianne is a very available and communicative host. I have been here for two weeks and am staying 10 more days, and I feel very at home. My schedule is irregular so I do not see Marianne that often, which reinforces my feeling of privacy.

The MTA train (SIR) to the ferry is a 10-min walk from the house (stop is Grasmere), and there are a few places not too far: two places are two blocks away, and there are others that are a bit further, 15 to 20-min walking distance. I have not explored much more yet of Staten Island, except for the Library and the surroundings at Tompkinsville. Also, some trips on SIR are "free", depending on the station you get on and off (they don't have to swipe in all of them - including Grasmere), but the Metrocard works for this line, same fare. Ferry is free.

The neighborhood is safe and quiet even at night or at very early times. I do get a few guys honking but... you know... They're the same everywhere.

There are other guests in the house but I barely hear them, even less see them. The house is very quiet as well. The wifi is fast, and the A/C efficient. It is also very clean. The bathroom is spacious, towels, washcloths and a few products are provided (samples).

Even though I do not eat breakfast every morning, I do enjoy the fact that it is provided and that it is good!

This is a very nice experience, I needed the settling and the privacy after a month and a half-trip with a friend.