If you are worried about being over in Staten Island, then don't worry one bit! The ferry to and from Manhatten each day was such a great part of our first trip to New York. Also great to explore a bit of Staten Island too - some great guided bird walks at Wolfe's Pond and an interesting area at Snug Harbour.
The apartment was all we could have hoped for; clean, spacious and well equipped with a wide range of kitchen stuff plus some really interesting books.
Jason and Odine were really helpful with tips and information. We would have no hesitation in recommending this place to stay.