My friend and I stayed with Lisa and her family for three nights, and it was absolutely perfect. They were very accommodative - they provided towels, tips about the immediate area and the city, gave us privacy if needed, etc. The room was very spacious, even for two people, and there was an open area right next to the room for us to use and hang out in when we weren't in the city. The neighborhood was great! Plenty of wonderful places to eat nearby, close to the train station, and safe - exactly what we were looking for. Lisa and her family were very sweet, eager to help us out in any way and fun to talk to. When I go back to NYC, I'll be looking for an opening with them first!