I was visiting NYU and this was the perfect location for my needs and the freedom to come and go as I pleased was just what I needed. The property is situated in a very convenient part of the city with lots of bars and restaurants. You can hear the noise from the tavern across the road (on busy nights) but it didn't bother me much as I was pretty shattered each night and fell asleep quickly.
Ann is a lovely host and attentive to your needs but also values her privacy. The room was lovely and a great place to stay if you love books. Recommended!