Wow, what an incredible experience it was staying at Jessica's Brooklyn apartment! I was planning my move to New York City and was looking for temporary housing, which would allow me to search for permanent housing and a job. I stayed in Jessica's apartment about three and a half weeks, and I couldn't have asked for anything better!
1) The Apartment: this is the perfect sized studio for one, or a couple. The bed is huge and there is even a sofa! As well as a large screen TV. There is a full kitchen with mini fridge, microwave, stove, oven. She even had available a pot and fry pan, which was really great, since I was staying long term and planned on cooking meals. She has a fabulous (color-coded!!!) library with a wonderful selection of books. Her apartment is very tasteful and modern. The bathroom is great and has all one needs.
2) The Neighborhood: this apartment is located in Park Slope, which is a BEAUTIFUL community!! I had so much fun just wandering and walking around for hours. My favorite attraction by far was the Green-Wood Cemetery. It is more of a park than a cemetery, and is incredibly peaceful. The cemetery is about a 7 minute walk from the apartment. There are plenty of stores, restaurants, and cafes around (my favorite coffee was from Whoops! cafe). Her apartment is located between the Prospect Park station (which was closed for renovations during my stay but may be open again soon) and the 25th street station, both serving the R line. I love the R line!!! This line gets you to where you need to go, is hardly crowded, and the station is only a few blocks away from the apartment. MOST IMPORTANTLY, this neighborhood is very safe!! I am a young, single female and I walked around alone at all times of the night and day and never felt unsafe.
3) The Host: Jessica was absolutely great during this whole process. She replied to all my messages within an hour, even though she was on the opposite side of the world! Initially I was deciding between Jessica's apartment and another Brooklyn apartment that was a little cheaper, but ultimately I went with Jessica because of how responsive she is. She really cared about me and my stay, and that made all the difference.
You won't be disappointed staying at Jessica's. I am so grateful to her for the opportunity to have this wonderful introduction to life in NYC/Brooklyn! :)