This place was great! Lots of space, with lots of sleeping accommodations. The location was fantastic, so close to the subway, and steps away from a lovely supermarket. The rooftop deck has amazing views and great for BBQ'ing (also a BBQ in the private courtyard...but no view there). Only thing that would make the roof deck more perfect would be some lighting (christmas lights, lanters, whatever). Although, that's also an easy fix because there's a Home Depot right down the street...if you come across any reason to go there while you're vacationing. The front stoop looks like it's out of a Hollywood backlot, classic Brooklyn aesthetic great for a casual hang. There are a few cool bars in the area, and a few food options. A few blocks towards Prospect Park is an organic smoothie place called "Stoop Juice" that is one of the best smoothie places I've ever been to, definitely check it out.

We had trouble figuring out the air conditioning, so the upstairs got fairly toasty...but I think that was just user error. Make sure to have Monika explain it to you (something we should have done). Monika was nice and very responsive (not sure why we didn't ask her about the AC...I guess we were too busy enjoying ourselves). She also wasn't nosey or bug us, very hands off in the best way possible while still available when we needed her!

I'd say the place is like 3% more worn down than the photos lead you to think, but still beautiful and in great condition...just trying to help manage expectations. The art around the house was very cool, but some of the ironic door labels in the basement weren't appreciated by everyone in our group. Visiting New York for the first time, getting to the apartment at night and walking down to a basement level bedroom with the word "slaughter" on your door probably wasn't the most welcoming thing.

All that being said, I DEFINITELY recommend staying here. Great location, lots of space, great for groups, lovely host. I would love to stay here again (as long as there's no hard feelings about the "slaughter" note).