Ray and Melissa were amazing hosts, and they made me feel completely welcome and at home. They were attentive and available whenever needed—they live upstairs in this charming row house and are gracious hosts, happy to tell me all about their fantastic neighborhood, from Dough donuts, cute pastry shops, and restaurants that feature amazing mexican tacos and tostadas to wood-fired pizza to fish-n-chips all within a few blocks, as well as a full kitchen at my disposal. The rental is unique in that it’s actually a complete garden apartment, although the main space is ‘shared’—meaning Ray uses it to pass through in order to get to his downstairs workspace—in reality I had the sole use of the kitchen, my own private bathroom and a private bedroom that opened directly onto the back yard (which I enjoyed sitting and unwinding in). The apartment is tasteful and well-appointed, with a private entrance. It’s in a peaceful but active neighborhood of row houses and small restaurants, and is just two blocks from the subway, and a short ride to Manhattan. Ray and Melissa are warm, charming and gracious, and we even ended up having dinner together one night—their hospitality was easy and sincere. This is a wonderful airbnb place and experience, and Ray and Melissa were the nicest airbnb hosts I’ve ever had. Their place is amazing. I’d recommend them 100%, and would stay with them again any time!