Alison was a friendly and welcoming host, communication was good in advance and she made good suggestions of places to see and places to eat. The apartment is the typical traditional Brooklyn type with the addition of Alison's nice things and her sense of style. You are only a short walk to the cool shops, bars and eateries on Havemayer Street and Metropolitan Avenue and around the corner from the train station back to Manhattan. The room was private and comfortable. This makes a great base for exploring the city.