Tom’s apartment is in a quiet and safe neighbourhood, very convenient for Columbia. It is one block from the pretty Morningside park and close to local shops, restaurants and bars. The subway is 4 blocks away. The brownstone has a nice entrance hall with easy but secure entrance. The studio is small but comfortable, ideal for one or a couple. The sofa bed was quite comfortable and the linens good quality. There is a decent sized shower and a well equipped kitchen. The room is at the back of the building and so there is little traffic or other street noise (just the usual New York yappy dogs getting exercised!). I never heard the neighbours. There is also a huge TV if New York attractions are not enough for you!
I had a very comfortable stay and had a few messages from Tom to check all was OK. His instructions for entry etc were very clear.