Our 4 night stay in New York was the first part of a more extensive trip and we wanted to find accommodation which had character, convenient for the main tourist attractions but also offer a relaxed and comfortable place to return to in the evenings. After a little research, we elected for Brooklyn and found 304 East 18th Street. This is a beautiful and charismatic house and went well beyond our expectation. Everything was scrupulously clean and well maintained and we noted the top quality of things like the bathroom fittings and bed linen all very welcome. Laura is a friendly and very efficient host, the process from first enquiry to arrival and departure worked seamlessly with no stress. The area is very interesting too with an eclectic mix of styles and facilities. The subway Q line is a very short walk away and gave us easy access to Manhattan, Coney Island and the two eastern airports (we came in JFK and left La Guardia). Also within walking range are Prospect Park and attractions such as the Botanical Gardens. A real unexpected find - the gem that is Brooklyn Public Library, we spend a couple of hours there, fabulous building. There are also some excellent cafes restaurants and shops a few minutes walk away. If we come to New York again will definitely try on book this as first choice.