As a group of four in town for New York Comic-Con, we stayed at Gretchen's Jefferson Estates in Bedford-Stuyvesant and frankly we couldn't have asked for a better home base for the nine days we stayed in Brooklyn. The basement apartment is well-connected within walking distance of three or four metro stops on a variety of lines (J, M, Z, A, C trains). And the neighbourhood's great - felt really safe, and the short walk to Broadway offers everything from supermarkets, pharmacies, fast food and gourmet options too (try Norbert's Pizza).
The place itself is absolutely great: spacious, super-clean and well-stocked with everything you'd need. We were four, but you could comfortably have six or seven people stay if needed. We often spent our evenings unwinding in the living room where the big Bluetooth speaker was a real plus. The wi-fi's good and there's also a smart TV if that's your jam.
Lastly! As a host, Gretchen is exceptionally gracious and accommodating. Check-in and check-out arrangements were clear, and she made sure to stop by and welcome us personally which was a really lovely touch. She was also quick and communicative whenever I messaged her.
I would recommend this place without hesitation. Can't thank you enough, Gretchen!