Nora was very welcoming and warm, as well as full of suggestions about places to go and things to do.
The location is beyond wonderful - it was very easy to get into Manhattan, and the beach is only a few stops away.
The space itself is quite communal, with the bedroom being set up in a dorm/hostel style. It seems like most guests stay for some time before moving on, which I think speaks very highly of Nora as a host.
I'd recommend this place to anyone travelling to the New York area.