I spent an entire week in Karine and Monika's apartment in Bed-Stuy in mid-September.
Already before, upon my arrival and during my stay communication with them was flawless. Check-in was very easy, I was even welcomed by Monika in person and both of them were present to say goodbye when I left.
I loved this place so much from the very first moment. The apartment is entirely newly renovated, outstandingly spacious, state-of-the-art, extraordinarily clean and well equipped. In particular, the bathroom was a real treat. The air conditioning worked very well and cooled down the rooms within a short time. The kitchen/living room has up-to-state appliances (dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer...) with access to a small calm garden (patio) perfect for sitting and reading or having a drink.
There is also an easy-to-handle European-style washing machine, which is very convenient.
The apartment is located on ground floor in a pleasant and safe neighborhood. There is also an alarm system installed, which is easy to handle too and made me feel even more safe there as I was staying alone there. It's only approx. a 10 min walk to reach Halsey Street subway station (J train) going directly to downtown Manhattan (only a 20 min ride). There is also a bus leading to downtown Brooklyn that takes 50 minutes.
I also greatly enjoyed the small McDonough Cafe only a few steps from the apartment where I often hang out reading or chatting with the owner/employees. There is also a bodega (small typical NY corner store) just around the corner where you can buy essential foods.
Karine and Monika provided a guest manual with lots of information concerning the apartment as well as plenty of recommendations for restaurants in the neighborhood. I strongly recommend the Italian place Pizza Panza on Broadway where they serve real Neapolitan food.
I would definitely recommend Karine and Monika's apartment to anybody who wants to spend just some relaxed days or even a longer period of time in New York. After spending a day in Manhattan or elsewhere it's very nice to get back to this oasis. And by the way, Brooklyn itself has a lot to offer which is often forgotten by tourists.
All in all, I had a very nice stay and will definitely consider this gorgeous airbnb again for my next visit in NYC. It was a real pleasure. Thank you so much!