Niya is a very nice guy and we had a great time staying at his place. He recommended us to buy a weekly metro ticket, which was a good decision even though we stayed only three days. He is a fan of arts and has a great knowledge about things to do in NYC, so he provided us with useful ideas of where to go.
We appreciated the typical old Brooklyn house, as it is located in a residential-only area. Using the metro, Manhattan was very close by (A & C lines). I think it only took 15 minutes to the financial district.
So, if you are searching for a basic accommodation in Brooklyn owned by a great guy, stay at Niya's studio.