** Great place in Brooklyn with lovely host family **
We stayed at Lucia's place for over a week and we would definitely recommend it if you are looking a place to stay while exploring New York.
Lucia is easy going, open-minded and has good tips for places to go to (we spent about 3 days in Brooklyn and loved it as much as Manhatten).
Bosco, the dog, only stays in the area of the shared kitchen / living room and doesn't come to your room in the basement and only barks if he gets food. Your room doesn't have a window, but you'll have your own bathroom and can use the kitchen and also the garden.
You are very close to subway station D N & R which take you directly into Manhattan.
We had a great time - Thanks for having us!