Less than 5min walk from Utica metro station on the A train, perfect to get in Manhattan or back. We didn't really spend too much time in the apartment, there was so much to see! Still, it was great to have everything we needed to make a hearty breakfast and tasty dinner, the evenings when we didn't eat out. The bedding was comfortable and the apartment was stylishly and warmly decorated. For the groceries there are at least 3 produce stores within 2 blocks. There is absolutely no worry to have with the apartment being on the ground floor, there are sufficient locks and the neighborhood is quiet and seems rather safe. If (when) we come back to New York we'll definitely try to book this place again. Thanks Cathy!