This is a good place to stay, but like other people have said it's a lot more smaller than you would expect (however, this is just typical of New York and not a reflection on the host). We didn't meet David but he was quick to reply and check-in was easy.
If you don't like walking too much, there is a bus that stops off on the corner or otherwise it's about a ten minute walk to the nearest station. Great food all around the area though!