Christina is a lovely and generous host. She went out of her way in so many ways. From picking me up at the train station to printing out a document for me on her printer. She offered everything from coffee to navigation assistance and restaurant recommendations.

The house is on a quiet, residential street which feels very safe and is easy to get to by bus from the Queens Main Street Station (last stop on the 7 train). There are two housing situations that she lists: a private room within her house and a suite (in her basement) with private bathroom, kitchenette and a separate entrance.

I stayed in the suite which had recently been finished and when she asked if there was anything I could think of that the space still needed, I casually mentioned that a coffee table or side table could be useful – though not necessary – and less than 24 hours later, a table was there. That’s how attuned Christina is to detail and that’s how giving she is as a host.

The place is located near the fascinating hub of the internationally diverse Flushing, Queens which is an amazing place to explore. And should Manhattan be your place of interest, it’s an easy and do-able commute. Christina’s place is also a great deal for the money.

I would highly recommend Christina as a host and would also recommend her home to visitors.