Annie's place is the perfect nest for anyone visiting NYC. The accommodations were snug, clean, close to the subway (2 blocks) and in a very safe neighborhood filled with great restaurants. Communications with Annie could not have been easier and check-in (key box) went great. This is not the Marriott (thank goodness). This is a lovely little flat in a typical Brooklyn neighborhood. The bed was large and very comfortable. There was very little street noise and no noise from within the building. Total travel time from the front door to Union Square in Manhattan (which is a transportation hub in the city) was less than 15 minutes. Oh yes. Books. The apartment if filled with them. I loved everything about it. I would definitely come back the next time I am in New York.