If love could spell itself into a 7 lettered name, it would spell Rachael. I am overjoyed by the incredible amount of love and life that Rachael is as a person, host, and roommate. Her energy, detail to attention, honesty and care for people and her space is out of this world and needed in this world.
I booked her space very last minute, like a few hours before check-in time and she was immediately ready to check me in. She is direct which I love and big on communication, which is perfect for me. She guided me in the apartment building and waited for me at the door. Due to the amount of bags I had, I took a while to get up and she called me to make sure I was okay and helped me with my bags. Immediately entering her home, I saw how fresh, comfortable and yummy smelling her home was. Everything was neat, super clean and organized. Decorated with flowers (she even brought my dying flowers back to life) warm smells and beautiful decorations, her home feels like home.
Rachael told me to be comfortable like it's home and this was one of the first airbnbs where I could breathe and honestly feel at home.
Don't get me started on the bed!!! The bed is soooooooo comfortable. I stayed in it for as long as I could. The linens smelled amazing, there were so many fluffy pillows and the bed itself made me feel like I was a princess. The house was warm and also had good ventilation. The heat in the house didn't make it feel stuffy and there is a good balance of warmth/cool air which I love!!!!
Sun filtrates the room and the room is super organized with shelfing. I could fit all my luggage there and have so much space to put all my clothes on the hangers provided!!
There is a working computer (touchscreen), Netflix (so many things to watch) and the room is very spacious.
The bathroom, spotless. Fresh and beautifully decorated. The toilet seat reminds me of the ocean (there's shells and glitter in them) and there are toiletries like floss and q tips to use.
The dining room is beautiful and offers a peaceful place to sit and eat with breathable room and chair and the hallway is divinely decorated as well with flowers and candy (in the dining room too).
As for rooming together, Rachael made sure to explain which trains get off where, asked me if I needed a metrocard and provided her number for any safety concerns. She also checked in with me everyday and a very respectful, loving, funny and sincere roommate.
She offered so many labors of love, like home cooked food, sorted and did my laundry as well as providing a laundry card for next laundry, and she checked in on me when I didn't see her for a couple of days, which I really appreciated. She also customized the bedsheets to my personality, which is funky and colorful which I absolutely loved so much. These details are incredibly important to me.
Folks in the building are very neighborly and friendly. I really appreciate the connections, love and care people have for each other in the building. It's beautiful to see and be in a family oriented building in addition to being around folks who know each other. I feel really comfortable in this building as a city girl.
The location is absolutely perfect for me. 20 mins away from downtown brooklyn ( even less time, just more for my destination) and is close to Barclay Center, Prospect Park, Vees and has an abundance of great bodegas and restaurants. The 2 and the 5 is a close walk (less than 5 mins depending on the person) and the train station sneaks up on you, how close it is.
Overall, I really loved this stay and would not hesitate to book again with Rachael in the future. I really recommend Rachael as a host as she has been a beam of light and joy, and also has a really beautiful and peaceful home.