I stayed at Dee's place from December 30th-January 3rd and it was absolutely perfect for what I was looking for. I wanted to be away from Manhattan but close enough to visit so Brooklyn was for me. Her neighborhood was very quiet and a short walk to the subway. The room was very clean and filled with little touches like a hotel room would (tea/coffee, a set of dishes, toiletries). As a young traveler I felt safe as you were provided with your own set of keys (in which there were three locked doors to use). I met Dee in passing one morning and she was kind enough to offer me some fresh baked muffin cakes (btw were totally yummy). She was always available if I had any questions and would respond very quickly. Without a doubt I would stay here again on my next visit!