I am a NY native who wanted to give my boyfriend (from Maryland) a real taste of Brooklyn in all its diversity, culture, and awesomeness - Dan & Jarret's place nailed it. First off, if you appreciate architecture and/or history, you will be "wowed" by this space which is restored immaculately and just a pleasure to take in - I kept lying in bed staring at the incredible moldings! And the bathroom, OMG I think I loved the bathroom the most! Lol As for the neighborhood, it is right on the cusp of urban sprawl...which means it embodies the real "melting pot" experience that defines NYC, but which Manhattan now sadly lacks. However you can hop a subway or Uber into Manhattan in 30 minutes if you're looking for the glamour and glitz. That said, you won't even need it bc DUMBO, Williamsburg, and Smith St are all 10-15 minutes away which have all the same to offer, and more (Pizza, art, restaurants, bars, shopping, nightlife galore.) Lastly, Dan and Jarret are just super nice, cool guys who are accommodating and communicative. We loved our stay!