The apartment is in a perfect location to explore the lower east side. Niki gave us lots of great local tips - we loved Freemans, Katz deli (avoid on the weekend!), Clinton st bakery, Sauce Pizza, doughnut plant, Essex St market, Union Market, Ducks Eatery, M Noodle Shop, Burger People NYC, Russ and Daughters and China North Dumpling. The apt is up 3 flights of stairs but was fine for us - burnt off some of the calories from all the amazing food we ate! It can be a little noisy on Friday/Saturday nights because the apt is right on Rivington and central with lots of bars - but we loved being in the middle of everything! Niki also responded super quickly!