Mark was an excellent host. He went out of his way to answer any questions and offer helpful advice both before and during our stay, even whilst abroad with very limited internet access. His house was beautifully designed, well-appointed and thankfully cool during sweltering weather; a perfect home-from-home. Park Slope is a great area to stay in, away from the craziness of Manhattan, with lots of individual shops and excellent restaurants. The nearby Prospect Park and Brooklyn Museum are both excellent amenities. The subway on 4th Ave/9th St is a very useful connection for the F and R trains to Manhattan. We would love to return to New York and would definitely choose to rent Mark's home again.