Sasha was incredibly warm and welcoming. She even stayed to make sure I was comfortable with the locks on the front door (there's always a trick to those things, isn't there). Her place has a shabby-chic vibe, with peeling paint, but it was extremely comfortable and well-stocked with everything one could need, where you'd expect to find it. There was even organic food in the fridge! The neighborhood's really interesting and fun with lots of great restaurants, cafes and stores. And, the Brooklyn Museum of Art is right there! What a terrific museum! It's also really easy to get to and from Manhattan.