I had a nice stay in Marisa's "castle" in Flushing, Queens! It is a very good location, very safe at all hours. A ten minute walk to subway Flushing Main Street, then by express train only a 30 minute ride takes you to downtown Manhattan. The kitchen is equipped with basics, the bathroom on the other hand is very complete (watch your head though, as the apartment is on the top floor, there are eaves somewhat lower than the main ceiling). During the night there are some neighbourhood noises as may expected in this very central location. Thank you Marisa!