Carol is such a hospitable host - no trouble is too small.
It is a good value option when travelling on a budget.
And nice and cosy in cooler weather.
Her place is just a couple of blocks to the subway which makes getting around easy - Manhattan is about 40min ride giving you a great hit of life in NYC on the way; JFK is about 25 min ride the other direction making it simple when you are ready to head home.
The suburb is an authentic snap shot of Brooklyn life - great character and folks are friendly in the street and shops. It is a little dark walking back from the subway at night but that’s ok - I felt fine and it is only a couple of blocks ... but something to be aware of if you are a nervous traveller or have an over active imagination.
Summing up: it is not the Hilton Hotel - you aren’t paying that, so don’t expect it. But the host is that quality and the place is just fine travelling on a budget. It is a great base to launch your NYC experience. Enjoy.