Karen is so nice and welcoming! She made me feel very comfortable that I even extended my stay by two days. Although this loft does not have a 4th wall, as described, it is not really needed. It is very private up there. If you are very tall it might be uncomfortable but at 5'4" I was almost able to stand up completely. It can get very hot because there is no AC but there are fans everywhere, although in the NY summer heat sometimes it was not enough for the bathroom and the loft. The cats are not a problem. One is very friendly and the other is so shy I did not even see her. Karen sleeps in the living room which is not really a problem at all but something that I think she should state in her description of the apartment because it does make the stay a little less private. All in all it was a good place to stay for the affordable price and amazing location! Thanks Karen!