We had a fabulaous time in Carly’s apartment. It was everything we expected and more. Carly had thought of everything a visitor would need and we wanted for nothing - a real home from home. Comfy beds, amazing bath when you really need to soak your tired feet. Plenty of space to relax after a day in the Big City!
Red Hook is fabulous, edgy, industrial and beautiful. Some lovely eateries nearby we particularly loved Hometown BBQ, Hope & Anchor breakfast burritos (especially if you’ve indulged in one too many cocktails!) and pastries and coffee from baked (right next to the bus stop on Van Brunt Street - ideal for the journey!)
We found the apartment easily and walked to Downtown Brooklyn for the tube on many occasions (until my feet decided enough was enough and we used the bus) this allowed us to explore the Red Hook and other Brooklyn neighbourhoods and we never went the same way twice - not all those who wander are lost!
We didn’t use the ikea ferry or shuttle bus but they are conveniently located near to the apartment. We did walk to the Red Hook ferry and took the ferry to Manhattan via Governers Island (well worth a visit and ferry is free on the weekends) Would recommend a 7 day subway pass (£32) as you can use this on the buses as well - no hassle with finding change and you can hop on and off if you go the wrong way (easily done)
Carly’s is a fabulous host, communication was simple and effficient and her place is perfect and really made our trip to NYC one to remember. We are hoping to stay again next year.