Ari was just so nice and friendly. He helped us get to the apartment safe and sound and showed us around. Had loads of information about the area and the place and was very welcoming. Easy to reach on the phone and email.
The apartment is as shown and was in a fairly quiet area. Don't remember hearing any street noise at all, although you can hear the kids from the bottom apartment running around sometimes. (just the steps, no audio)
It was SO spacious and there was plenty of room for all your items. Lots of nice towels to use and it was clean. The kitchen was a very good size and had lots of equipment and basics for you to use. If we needed anything we just asked Ari or his brother (also nice) and they did their best to accommodate us!
There wasn't a whole heap of shops etc around the apartment but it was pretty close to Kingston Av subway which was convenient. If you change and take the 4 it is an express into Manhattan and it didn't take very long. Note that on the map although it just says 3 for Kingston sometimes the 4 (express) does stop there!! It is kinda confusing but that's the subway for you :)
If you arrive late try and get your food before you get to area because your options are a bit limited late at night for food. So just be prepared.
Let's just say the apartment has been renovated in quirky ways... sometimes walls and doors are in odd places. But it was fine! The second bathroom is a touch small, but it was handy having that second one. The end bedroom has a skylight but no window (which made it really quiet!). There was also two fans available and air con in the other bedrooms so in summer the apartment was great, not too hot.
I would definitely recommend this apartment for those in groups and are happy to be in Brooklyn. It's not the best coolest tourist area but it was pretty quiet and very convenient for subway access. There's a synagogue right next to the subway entrance which may be handy for some. (Interesting experience to see the mass exodus from a service! The multicultural aspect of New York is an experience in itself, I loved it)
Any questions please ask Ari he does his best to answer them all and be as helpful as possible. Apartment was clean and spacious, what more do you want!
REMEMBER TO LOCK THE FRONT DOOR and enjoy :)