My wife and I just returned home from a wonderful stay in Brooklyn. Jan's apartment was the perfect home base to explore the surrounding city. Right from the start Jan met us and made us feel like treasured guests and we immediately felt right at home. Beyond the quiet, private and cozy accommodations, Jan provided little things like fruit, (insanely good) chocolate babka bread from a local deli, and even a couple beers to help us feel even more at home. Her recommendations for the local restaurants and bars are spot on. Our favorite was Mekelburg's- great food (breakfast/lunch/dinner) and great beer in a comfortable neighborhood environment in the back of a deli/market. We also enjoyed Sisters for food and cocktails.
All in all, Jan's place was amazing. It was quiet, safe, and close to the main subway lines that got us where we needed to go.
I would DEFINITELY recommend staying with Jan- she's super.