Irena was really helpful leading up to our visit and always replied promptly to any messages. She was away while we were in town but was just a text message away if we needed anything. She gave us ideas for local events and eats and drinks tailored to our tastes. We absolutely loved her apartment! We quickly felt at home there. Everything we needed was in the apartment and it was clean and comfortable and looks great! Oh, and such a comfortable bed! It was our first time in Brooklyn and we loved the area the apartment is in. Bushwick is great. There are a few 24/7 grocers nearby for essentials and transport links are great. 3 subway lines (the L, J and M) at 3 stations no more than 10 minutes walk from the apt. The area is very arty and really buzzy but very chilled at the same time. If you are at all artistically inclined, Bushwick and particularly Irena's apartment are for you! The weekend we arrived was the Bushwick Open Studios festival which sees local artists open up their workplaces for the general public to see them in action. The atmosphere was amazing! So much going on. There are A LOT of artists in this area! We did get a chance to have a drink (lovely bit of rum! Cheers!) with Irena before the end of our vacation and she's great!