My wife and I visited New York for our first wedding anniversary, and it is safe to say that Shola's generosity, positive nature, and wonderful living space were integral to our experience being such a positive one. We were only in town a couple days, but each night we were able to return to Shola's apartment and feel at home. His place is clean, cozy, and full of everything one might need--from subway maps to playing cards to a great book collection and much more. The first thing Kate commented on was that the picture didn't do justice to the vibrant, cool apartment.

However, the real feature was Shola's positive energy and kindness. After a long and somewhat exhausting day of walking, he greeted us with an enthusiasm and care that stayed with us throughout our time in NYC. He offered us the contents of his fully stocked fridge, his Wifi and Netflix account, and even provided helpful tips about where to eat and visit in Flatbush.

The neighborhood was well-lit, well-populated, and interesting as well. The very short walk to the Church Ave metro station was a major plus, as we had easy access to anywhere in Brooklyn or Manhattan we wanted to go. We're from Chicago and used to a city environment, so it felt safe and familiar, even late at night.

We really could go on, but suffice it to say that we have probably been spoiled as far as Airbnb experiences go. Shola's positivity, preparation, and thoughtfulness as a host really charged our visit with good feelings. Where you're staying can really make or break a visit, and if we end up heading back to NYC anytime soon, we will definitely be looking to stay at Shola's again.