I didn't actually stay here, but I arranged it for my extended family and spent some time in the house visiting with them. They were 10 people plus 2 other people on one night (all adults of various ages) + a visiting baby on Sunday. Amy's house is really (REALLY!) beautiful, even nicer than the photos suggest! It suited my large family perfectly for our weekend in NYC.
My mother said she had never enjoyed a large family gathering this much. She loved her ensuite bathroom, AC during a horrible heatwave, the shades that kept everything perfectly dark in the bedroom (the 2nd floor guest with ensuite), the water pressure, and the great sound proofing that allowed her peace and privacy. Also, their house is full of awesome books and toys for children (plus crib, high chair, etc...). My 10 month old is too young to appreciate most of that but any family with young children would be thrilled.
They are super close to High St. station, super close to Brooklyn Bridge park, Grimaldi's pizza and Jane's Carousel in DUMBO, super close to the city....etc. etc. etc.
Amy is essentially a seasoned host who has thought of everything, even a little book about the historical significance of the home. Staying in a place like this makes you appreciate how airbnb allows you to experience something that you would never get to do otherwise, i.e stay in a gorgeously maintained historical home....
My family had forgotten some items in the house and Amy contacted me right away and I was able to pick up the items in question before leaving town....
We would not hesitate to recommend her home to anyone and will definitely book again should she still be airbnb-ing in the future. Thanks Amy!