Lenore was pro-active about coordinating our meet up for keys and we came in very late, so I appreciated that extra flexibility. The apartment is cozy and very clean, has anything you would need away from home.
Neighborhood is active/urban, there are not good restaurants on the same block, it's a 4-5 blocks away to get to the nicer section of LES for more leisurely walking and eating. Walk to subway is long. Bus is closer to the apt, takes longer to get to destination, but great for cheap sightseeing! Walking at night was not that comfortable with our child, but probably would get used to it over time.
Air conditioner and fans kept us cool and building tenants were friendly. Apartment has an oasis feel to it with plants and great artwork, tapestries and carefully selected objects.