Brou and his wife are friendly, welcoming hosts. The room was larger than I expected, and the small guest bathroom is immediately outside the bedroom, which is very convenient. Both were very clean, and the bed was comfortable.
The apartment is in an older building, similar to many older buildings in the Bronx and New York City. It was well-lit at night so I did not feel uneasy coming and going. The location is good – two blocks from the subway (the Allerton Avenue stop) with places to eat, including McDonald’s and Dunkin Donuts, a grocery store, and gas station within three blocks. If you have difficulty climbing stairs, be aware that there are 8 somewhat steep stairs to get into the building. After that, you can use the elevator. Their apartment is at one end of the building so there was no noise from nearby apartments. It’s also on the top floor, which eliminates noise from upstairs tenants. I appreciated the quiet.
The guest room has a large dresser, an alarm clock, a small table (helpful so you don’t have to put your suitcase on the floor), two simple chairs, and a small closet – again, all convenient. If you visit during cold weather months, be sure to ask Brou for a blanket.
If you plan to go into Manhattan, be aware that it takes at least an hour by subway. But Brou's price is very reasonable for the New York City area. I'm glad I stayed there.