I stayed in this room for 16 nights. Had a great stay! Apartment and room were clean, room has AC which is basically a necessity in the sweltering summer heat. Both Sheena and Samantha made me feel very welcome. I asked them if I could eat with them a couple of times, which was not a problem at all for them. Samantha is a great cook. Sheena took me on an authentic Brooklyn bikeride through several neighbourhoods, which I really enjoyed. All in all, I feel like they went above and beyond for me. I spent quite some time at the apartment and they never made me feel like I was in their way. As for the location: be prepared to travel. Apartment is close to 2 subway stops, depending on where in Manhattan you want to be, it will take you between 25 and 45 min to get there. New York is just that big. Room is on the front side facing a busy street, so if you are a light sleeper consider bringing earplugs. There is a supermarket right across the street and there are several places nearby where you can buy breakfast and lunch (Cinnamon girl/Blessings/Tugboat Tea Company). I didn't feel unsafe in the neighbourhood, just uncomfortable sometimes because I travelled alone. I would recommend this place to anyone looking to visit New York, you certainly won't regret it!