If you like a bit of a walk, to stay amongst a community rather than an anonymous hotel, and want to see something other than the 'major NYC sights', then this is a great place to start.
I think the walk down Fulton St from Shanti's and across the Brooklyn bridge into Manhattan was my favourite day.
If you decide to do it, start with a breakfast at 'Bread Love' so you have plenty of energy for the walk. You won't need lunch either!