The area was ok in Brooklyn. You can walk about safely. The hosts were very pleasant. Never got to meet Carol. No one told me she lives on the 3rd floor so when I had trouble with the keys I disturbed the tenant on the 2nd floor as there was no answer on level 1.
My room was small but adequate for me. Would have gone nuts if I had a partner. The bathroom is micro size and not clean enough for my liking. No hair dryer available as requested prior to my trip.
They were kind to assist in ordering a take in dinner and phoning a cab.
You need to organise all meals. Nothing much to do so best you are out most of your day.
Tea/coffee making facilities not adequate enough. Instant coffee - no milk in tiny fridge. Only supplied herbal teas.
There was no literature/brochures whatsoever for directions. I asked strangers on the street.
Not sure I would stay there again. It is ok enough - but I would probably look for something closer to Manhattan if I go again.