This was our first time in Rockaway. Urmat’s and Karl’s place is centrally located, a quick walk to the boardwalk/beach, subway, as well as to many restaurants and a grocery store. We are both vegetarian and highly recommend Claudette for smoothies and do try the California style poblano pepper burrito next door. We also felt safe in the neighborhood, walked around at night and there were people still out and about. The house is warm and inviting with a spectacular ocean-view terrace. The room itself was humongous and sparkling clean with plenty of sunlight, a seating area where I could work, fast internet, coffee, microwave, minifridge. The bathroom was also huge with excellent pressure shower. We very much enjoyed meeting Urmat and Karl who welcomed us like old friends and made us feel right at home. We would not hesitate to book again!