It is located in Bed-Stuy, the house is located on a nice block. Deli stores and supermarkets, laundromats are in walking distance. Subway is not too far. While I was staying there, Giovanni would response to my message within minutes or within a 24 hours period. The few encounters I had talking with Giovanni and he seems to be a pretty chill guy. I imagine Giovanni would offer future guest the same hospitality as he offered me.
It was very nice of him to agree when I requested to check in early and also requested to check out an hour lat.
The basement studio itself is pretty quiet, I didn't hear the neighbors. The bed is nice to rest on and there is a portable AC unit in the studio to keep the air in circulation. Overall it was a nice experience.