We would highly recommend Micheal and Bethanys place to stay. It was very cozy and inviting, and lovely to return to each evening. Really lovely touches of a snack baskets and complimentary drinks, which was really nice to be able to make a hot drink straight away. Cute little back garden, which was lit up each evening. Although we ate out nearly every evening, there was more than enough kitchen appliances for you to cook each evening if you wanted to. Communications was brilliant with our hosts and if we came to NYC again, we would happily return!
The local supermarket on Chauncey street was more than adequate for the bits you needed, and we loved all the little deli's for early morning breakfast bagels, delicious, made fresh, and very very cheap. The locals were all very friendly, and helpful if we weren't sure what we were doing. I developed some hefty blisters and the pharmcy were very helpful in sorting out decent plasters and a pain relief cream. We always felt safe tooing and froing on the Subway, and the short walks.Some people might think the areas looks a little run down (previous review), however we honestly had no problems, and we used all the little shops etc. Some little tips: We do recommend the Citymapper App for the subway, this was amazing. Also make sure you scan the streets/buildings with the AR Live on Google maps, to calibrate your Google maps, it makes life much easier. We also recommend hot/cold bars if your on a budget, we ate really well. ETC opposite Empire State Building cooked fresh Korean food for under $10! Unlimited Metro card was brilliant, we happily used the Air train and Subway to JFK. Check yelp for restaurant reviews. We happily ate in sports bars and diners, and was never disappointed thanks to reviews, and cheap to eat at these places. City Pass saved us loads of dosh, and we got perks using it. Thank you Micheal and Bethany for a great stay!