Kat is a very nice and helpful host. I had a wonderful stay at the Zen house. I came by car, and it was easy to find free street parking at any time. For day trips into the city I used the subway, which is very fast - about 40 minutes or less into Manhattan including walking. The walk to the train station was itself quite nice, passing through a historic area.
The room is clean and very comfortable to sleep. The roommates are friendly and hospitable.
I would recommend this place for anyone visiting the city who wants place that is close enough to commute to Manhattan, but far enough to be a pleasant space for rest. Especially good for long stays.