As far as location, Patrick's place can't be beat. His apt is right around the corner from Murray's Cheese Shop - the area is filled with restaurants, bars, and places to visit so you don't ever have to leave the neighborhood. Patrick is super communicative and accommodating. NY summers can be brutal, and I expressed my fears to Patrick who told me that he had a brand new AC ready to go, and had it running before I arrived so the apt was nice and cool when I got there. The apt itself was super clean and I had everything I needed for a 2 week work trip. Patrick checked in periodically to ask me if I needed anything, which I appreciated.
Thanks Patrick - hope to visit again soon :)