Apartment is as pictured, nice/stylish, and Melissa is a gracious, attentive and informative host. We did have some substantial bad luck while there - a significant plumbing accident, which put a damper on our stay. However, was handled attentively.
And maybe I'm he only one who wasn't aware of this, but while this is listed as $100/night, in the summer it's really $150 (even during the week), + $20 per person over one. So for us, it was $190/night not including cleaning, fees, etc.
Pros:
-Super cute and simple/boho chic studio. Perfect for a couple or single person wanting to explore this fun beach community.
-Block from beach and awesome concessions, great food! And there is a yummy Brazilian place right next door - get the cheese bread
-Free overnight parking right there! However, in summer, Melissa warned us that it can be very hard to find spots in the afternoon.
Cons:
- Bus stop: Surprised more guests haven't mentioned it's literally three feet in front of the door. Something to be aware of - every time you come in or out, you will be walking between lots of people standing in front of the door waiting for the bus. And people loitering there for extended periods
-Noise. We weren't surprised or bothered by this because we live in Brooklyn, but in case anyone isn't aware: JFK airport is very close, so you'll hear planes flying throughout the day and night. Neighbors to the east were loud. Then again, remember you're still in the city (so, just a PSA if you were expecting serene and sleepy).
-Bathroom: Wasn't particularly clean. Lifted up shower mat, and bottom was covered in black mold. There was shampoo, but it was half bottles of mismatched/unlabeled items.
-Local restaurants closed: The bagel place was closed due to above mentioned plumbing accident, Chicks to Go was closed for renovating/changing menu, and icee place around the corner also not open.