I really enjoyed my visit at Pam & Jullien's. Cosy & compact, it had all the things I needed, even a bath! The location is great, just around the corner from the A & C subway and easy to get to Brooklyn Bridge Park, other areas in Brooklyn, Manhattan and beyond. P & J provided a map of the area showing the cafes & restaurants within walking distance, many great soul food style places, as well as a fabulous Italian, Seraghina's. Don't miss their fabulous bakery!

Pam & Jullien are great hosts and checked with me regularly to make sure I was comfortable. After a 20 hour flight I was grateful for Jullien carrying my bag up the 3 flights of stairs! It was hot in NYC so the room's aircon & fan got a workout. Internet service was good, there was a little fridge, microwave, coffee maker, iron & ironing board, plenty of closet space.

The area is in the early phases of gentrification and it is fascinating to participate in local life by walking in the area and chatting to some of the locals. For this wide eyed aussie girl, streetlife in summer in the area was a riot of people hanging out and going about their business. I felt safe and found that by saying a "good morning" to people as I passed, I received plenty of friendly replies and opportunities to chat. I really enjoyed my stay and I recommend the area to people who are interested in seeing a less touristy side of NYC.