Aleksandr and Marina are a lovely couple whom you can rely on to answer quickly and help you with any questions. The apartment ist bigger than the pictures suggest and it is really comfortable. I felt really well and welcomed at their place, also with my pet. The neighboorhood is safe and quiet. Brighton beach and nice parcs, as well as shopping/grocery, are near. Several places for jogging and/or walking dogs. You can take the Q/B train or the B44 SBS + 2 or 5 train to get to Manhattan.