TLDR: 11/10, will be coming back.
My first thought as I sit to write this is, “I wonder if there’s a character limit.” That is to say, as a New Yorker, and more specifically a Brooklyner who was looking for a birthday staycation, I hope it speaks volumes that I chose, loved, and will definitely return to Lucien’s listing.
You’re in the middle of a perfect Brooklyn neighborhood. Locally owned coffee, flower shops, award-winning restaurants, and more are literally less than a 5 minute walk away. Not to mention you’re above an Aesop so it smells amazing at all times.
You’re also right off the F and G Bergen stop, which makes this spot perfectly accessible for any transit you may have in Brooklyn or Manhattan,
For the space itself — positively beautiful. Thoughtfully curated art with personality and pizzazz covers the walls. You’ll want to explore, explore, explore. I personally loved that the artists thanked Lucien on the artwork itself. It shows he didn’t just decorate the space for an Airbnb listing; he put thought, time, energy and care into the space.
Oh gosh, this is getting long. To wrap it up: stay here. You won’t be disappointed. Lucien’s neighborhood recs on his profile are fantastic. Might I emphasize a few local favorites as a non-gatekeeping New Yorker:
Cafe Bête: Delicious French, great date spot.
Sociale: Italian, great date spot.
Fleurista: Female-owned flower shop literally 20 seconds from the airbnb.
Cafe Volken: Coffee shop, across from Fleurista and also locally owned.
Poppy: Female-owned cafe/bakery, about a 10 min walk away. Named after the owner’s grandfather.
Barely Disfigured: Trendy cocktails, used to be a brothel. No food but the Dirty Old Man cocktail is delicious.
Bohemian: Cute cocktail spot with bar bites.
Clover Club: Great date spot for drinks and food. American fare, extensive cocktail list. Everything’s delicious.
Measure Twice: Stationary store, love ‘em.