Lou's place was exactly as it appears on Airbnb, which was nice - no surprises or disappointments. The value is amazing considering the entire stay was equal to one night at many hotels in the area. We knew for our trip we'd only be in the Airbnb to sleep and get ready in the mornings, so we didn't need an extravagant place. It was quiet, clean, and welcoming. The bed was very comfortable. The room offers a nice breeze. There are a couple fans in the room and before the end of our trip, even an AC unit was installed!
Lou was a great host in that he responded quickly to inquiries leading up to the trip and during it. He was very accommodating and provided us with anything we asked for. He suggested places to eat and shared transit tips. He's so nice and willing to help. We felt quite comfortable during our stay. Lou was in the apartment quite a bit during our stay, but we had privacy in our room by closing the door, and he was quiet and respected our space.
Regarding transit - the train is not far from the apartment, and it's a nice walk with lots of restaurants on the way.
Thank you, Lou, for allowing us to stay in your place during our NYC visit.