Staying at Laurie's was just what the doctor ordered; Post Sandy, and without heat, electricity, hot water or gas in our Red Hook apartment,my 16 year old daughter and I ended up staying at Laurie's, both in the garden apartment and in one of the bed room rentals. Laurie is a thoughtful (some of the best OJ I've tasted was waiting in the refrigerator when we got there, as were croissants!) and welcoming host, with a lovely home, ideally located to public transportation in a neighborhood full of cool shops, cafes and restaurants offering tastes from all over the globe- and easy access to Manhattan, if ya feel the need!

The garden apartment was nicely laid out, pretty roomy and well outfitted: great beds, comfy and thick bath towels, extra blankets. In addition, should you have the desire to take advantage of the supermarket on the corner, or some of the tasty food shops around, and cook, all the cooking basics are there, as well as plates, cutlery and glasses-a nice break from eating out.

Our stay there in the garden apartment was interrupted for a few days (Someone had booked it earlier, for the week of Thanksgiving), during which my daughter and I move into an upstairs bed room with twin beds. Although smaller, it was comfortable, with books, beautiful prints and objects creating a welcoming coziness.

Laurie and Peter, once again thank you, and I've already started to recommend your place to family and friends!