Mona and Wally's place is very stylish and comfortable. The location is great and convenient to many parks, a zoo, shopping, and the Staten Island Ferry. The neighborhood is lovely - quiet and residential. Our only disappointment was learning that the "full kitchen" does not include an oven. That may not be a problem, if you don't plan to cook while on vacation. It was an inconvenience for us over the Thanksgiving holiday, but Mona graciously offered assistance. Also, there was a sign in the bathroom asking that toilet paper not be flushed in the toilet. A waste basket is provided for disposal of toilet paper. This may only be a temporary issue, but one that future renters should know. The apartment is located on basement level and is accessible down an outside flight of stairs. Street parking is available, but you have to walk through the yard to reach the stairs. This was a little difficult after dark.