Phil is a great host - everything was very clean and the space is really nice, pictures are very accurate. Phil lives downstairs but stays out of the way entirely (we didn't see him even come or go at all our entire stay even with his security cameras on the front door) unless you need something in which case he is very responsive and gets back quickly. We drove everywhere we went just because of COVID, but there is other transportation nearby and driving wasn't all that bad, just typical NYC traffic. It's definitely a city location, but as long as you're used to or at least comfortable with that kind of environment it's a great, very affordable spot!