You would have thought that a basement flat would be dark and gloomy but it is anything but!! It is very spacious and tastefully decorated and the garden space is lovely
Valeria is a very attentive and helpful host. In addition to welcoming us in person and answering all our queries, she communicated regularly, checking everything was OK and that our needs were being met. She had a the right touch without being intrusive.
The flat is well kitted out and comfortable. Fans/air con were stratigically located so did not feel bothered by the heat at all (30 degrees centigrade when we visited NY!). Location wise: OK it is not central to Manhattan but the subway tube is less than 5 minutes walk away (in fact there are 2) and trains are regular. There are nice cafes and restaurants around too.
(helpful tip: If you are in Brooklyn, try visiting the Bushwick Collaborative street art at the corner of Jefferson St and Wyckoff)