I stayed for just short of a week at Annette's place. Carroll Gardens is a lovely part of Brooklyn, and the apartment is close to the Carroll Gardens subway. There are loads of good eateries and shops worthy of exploration close by. The apartment is beautifully decorated, and laid out, and I was immensely happy to stay there. The BQE is close by, but that felt to me part of the New York experience. Annette was helpful and charming, and generous on my arrival. I would gladly return if I had the opportunity.