The apartment is light-fillled and airy, with a very pretty and calm bedroom tucked away so that I slept like a log. It's got all the modern amenities that you want, while Chris has also filled it with interesting books, artwork, and textiles. Check-in was a breeze and he was always in communication when we had a question. As for the neighborhood, Greenpoint is as vibrant as when I lived there 8 years ago — just with a wider choice of cafes and restaurants. We went to the cafe next door, Cafe Budin, at least 4 times during our two-day stay.