What a beautiful home and wonderful hosts!
The apartment was far more than I expected and the pictures did not do it justice. John and Robert thought of everything a guest could want for this comfortable, warm apartment. The gentlemen are welcoming and very pleasant--within the first few minutes I was at ease, at home and felt like I had known them forever. One of the reasons I chose this apartment was its proximity to Manhattan from the nearby subway station, which is, as described in the listing, a very short ride. I was surprised to find that I didn't HAVE to go into Manhattan to find things to do. I enjoyed the local shops and restaurants. Walking around the neighborhood, both during the day and in the evening I felt very safe, with many people out and about, and businesses open late or around the clock. Being a history buff, I enjoyed walking through the neighborhood down to the park on the shore, and seeing the variety of architectural styles from small one family homes to the mansions that overlook the water. Very pretty in the winter with bare trees, I can only imagine how beautiful it is when everything is in full bloom! I am already planning to return this summer so that I can go to Coney Island!