Valentina's place is perfect for a touristy trip to NY. First of all, it's a very safe area and a 3 minute walk - literally, a 3 minute walk to the subway (where there is an express train that takes you directly to manhattan). It's a 7-10 minute walk to Mike's bagels (very good bagels - try the lox) so no problem there. Infact, our first leg of the trip was in NJ which was a pain to commute back and forth to so this was perfecto. Secondly, the room is big and ideal - lots of space. The bed comfortable - Valentina provided extra blankets / pillows inside the closet. There is a full sized mirror which I loved adn now that I think about it, I might have moved it a little bit and forgot to move back. Bathroom was clean and right in front of the guest room so it almost seemed like you had your own little unit. In the morning, there was delicious coffee and some breakfast snacks - perf for the time the train takes to take you to the city - my husband was in love with the coffee. She herself was super friendly and we chatted for a while. On our last day, our flight wasn't until 5 so Valentina, very graciously let us leave our bags and come back, use the bathroom and leave - which I thought was so kind! Thank you for a wonderful stay and we are sure to come back!!! love.