My 7-days-stay at Alex and Lorelei was my first Airbnb experience. I didn't disappoint me at all. I chose their house because I liked the idea of staying with locals and mingle a little bit into their lives, as described in their advertisement. My booking was last minute, but the communication was prompt and neat, & they provided me with all the necessary information. Their house in Brooklyn was easy to reach from Penn Station in Manhattan: only two different trains (so one transfer) with the metro. The nearest station is a 5 minute walk from their house. The busses to Brooklyn Bridge go 24hours every 10 minutes or so. Because of the season (wintertime and snowy/icy) I didn't really explore the neighbourhood, but I am sure it is a nice and comfy area to stay when the weather is more nice. There are some small restaurants and a good place to have breakfast just around the corner. It felt safe, also in the evenings. For me it was a perfect location to relax after long days wandering in The City (which was also my first time).
The room and the bathroom were spacious, clean and with a good bed. Also the possibility to make coffee and tea, and eat and store little snacks and drinks (there is a small refrigerator). A walk in closet for your clothes. A large couche. A tv (which I didn't use). Lots of books about traveling, art and literature.
But the best part was the hospitality of my hosts: kind and warmhearted people who really look after their guests. As I arrived, I had a huge headache and Alex brought me fruit. The other days they invited me for coffee in the morning and even for diner. It was a real welcoming atmosphere.
If you like to mingel with your hosts, don't mind to walk two stairs to reach your room, if you are not looking for a sleek and modern interior, ánd if you are a cat-lover I definitely recommend this place. I loved it!