The room in Cagkan's place is clean and comfortable for one or two people. It is easy to get around Long Island City and Queens, and easily accessible into Manhattan - only 4 or 5 stops from Queens Plaza. I attended a workshop at LaGuardia Community College and it was easily accessible by walking - only 20 minutes or so.
Cagkan was an accommodating host and was quick to reply to my questions.
There is an amazing Brazilian restaurant - Beija Flor just up on the corner meters away from his front door that is delicious and I HIGHLY recommend!