Our stay at Sarah and Jens apartment was one of our best experience at airbnb :) The hosts were amazing: very helpful and communicative. The apartment is very spacious, perfectly clean with all amenities you need for short and long stay, including fully equipped kitchen and high standard wi-fi connection. There is also a nice backyard with trees, birds and squirrels :)
The neighbourhood is very pleasant, street is cozy and peacful and at the same time, the subway is just one block away (you can easily transfer to Manhattan ca. 20 min.), perfect bagels are just around the corner, groceries and plenty of nice restaurants within 10 minutes walk (if you fancy Mexican food, we strongly recommend Chavela's).
All in all, Brooklyn is always good choice to stay in NYC, but staying at Sarah and Jens apt is the best!