What a lovely place! The cottage is spotlessly clean, very tastefully decorated, and very comfortable - fully equipped kitchen and bathroom, and a comfy couch. Very private thanks to separate entrance. Sarah and her husband were very kind (and their little girl very cute!). Everything you need is nearby - fresh fruit, bagels, pharmacy, restaurants (don't miss Lulu&Po!). The neighborhood is great - an interesting mix of people and places, and felt very safe at all times. A bit of a walk to the subway (~20 min), but a CitiBike stand was right next door (though cycling in Brooklyn is only for the experienced). If it's your first time in New York, you're not used to finding your way in big cities, and you're only interested in the touristy places in Manhattan, this place may not be the right one for you. What we loved about it though was that it allowed us to see a side of the city we hadn't experienced on our previous trips to NYC. We'd definitely come back!