Ava's place was very private and in a quiet neighborhood that was close to other Brooklyn neighborhoods that we wanted to visit. Great clubs and other cool spots in nearby Greenpoint and Williamsburg, <10 min away! It did seem more convenient to have a car, as the house's immediate surrounding was pretty industrial, with seemingly not as much within walking distance. That being said, it was extremely easy to park! Manhattan was very close by metro and even driving into Manhattan, we went to the Upper West Side, was only about 30 min. by car. Overall great spot and we would definitely go back!