This was my first experience of Airbnb and it could not have been a better introduction. Fred and his partner Jan are gracious and supportive hosts who nonetheless let you have your own space. They have a lovely home and the guest room is even more luxurious than the photo shows. The bed is exceptionally comfortable and there is a huge flat screen and entertainment system, though I did not have the opportunity to use it. The bathroom is right next door. Everything is very clean and well maintained. They live in a well cared-for street at the end of which is the J-train station. You can change from the J to the M train as you move west and this gives access to most of lower Manhattan. You can also take the train east for two stops to link to the A, C and L trains. Even though industrial action meant that my flight arrived after midnight, Fred and Jan came to collect me from the airport and later, when I was leaving, gave me a lift to the station with my luggage. I have no hesitation in recommending Fred as a host and his Airbnb accommodation.