Andrea & James' is a great place to stay in Brooklyn. The subway is a few minutes walk away, and will get you into Manhattan within half an hour. There are great tips and books provided to give you ideas and info about things to do... I particularly loved the "Etiquette for NY" book... a sort of comic book that tells you the do's and don'ts of how to behave in NY. Hilarious and true! The one thing we missed was a toaster, as we made our own breakfast each morning. Other than that, the kitchen was nicely appointed... loved having a washer/dryer available, too. Andrea & James' place is a great value, and I recommend it to anyone who's looking for a clean and safe place to stay without spending an arm and a leg. Thank you Andrea & James!