My husband and I plus two friends spent a week staying in Chauncey's home from 8th-15th April. The house is truly exceptional and we were wowed from the moment we stepped through the doors. It was very special to stay in a quintessential Brooklyn Brownstone filled with treasures from all over the world. The location was perfect for us - a very short walk from 7th Ave station which took us into Manhatten in around 15 mins. Also close to Bergen St stations with access to other lines and a big interchange at the Barclays Centre. The area is very quiet, residential, family friendly and we slept well every night in the super comfy beds. Chauncey gave us some great local recommendations and we had lovely meals at Chuka (ramen), Franny's (pizza and pasta) and cocktails at Weather Up and Sharlene's. There really is everything on your doorstep to make for a great trip. We loved the proximity to Prospect Park and the beautiful Botanical Gardens. I also loved the number of yoga centers located nearby and signed up to the Shambala center on St Marks Ave for $30 for 3 classes - enough to see me through my weeks stay. If you already know Manhatten, there's enough to see here in historic Brooklyn!
Chauncey was a superb host - giving us both an early check in and a late check out which was much appreciated. He checked in throughout our stay to make sure all was well and give further recs. Don't be put off by the slightly alternative layout - there is plenty of space and a bathroom for each bedroom - ensuite in the master and the 2nd and 3rd room can use the bathroom downstairs.
If you're looking for a memorable base to explore NYC - this is the place to be! I couldn't recommend it highly enough.