Julia is the most gracious host. She knows a great deal about NYC and can assist visitors with helpful info about how to best navigate the city. Julia's home is has everything you need and the mattress is so so comfortable. The apartment is very convenient for travel as it is only 2 and a half blocks from the subway and close to several bus routes. You could be in the east side of Manhattan in 10 minutes! There are lots of lovely restaurants close by. Sunnyside is a very safe area and I had no problems coming back late from the theatre. Julia is so lovely and I cannot wait to come back to visit.