Greenpoint is a gem of a Brooklyn neighbourhood, especially in early Summer, and Ariel's place is beautifully located near local amenities and varied, fab neighbourhood spots. Whether you're planning to spend a lot or little time at the accomodation, you're very much getting a genuine AirBnB experience by staying in someone's home, and not accomodation engineered specifically for AirBnB – which, for me, I appreciate. Dylan, Ariel's young son, is a delight, however if being around young children isn't for you, then consider other places :)
Super comfy bed and bed linen, ample space to put your things (even if you travel a little less light than most !), a quiet building, neighbours and street, plenty of options to purchase or make your own meals and readily accessible to the bus or a little further, subway.