Lola is very nice. She offered me a hot cup of tea as soon as I arrived, which was great because I was freezing. The apartment is clean and comfortable, and the neighborhood is quiet and safe. It's exactly like you see on the pictures.
We had some nice chats with Lola, and she gave me good tips about how to move around the city, and where to buy cool/cheap stuff.
I would totally recommend staying in her place if you are coming to NY.