We had a terrific experience in Melissa's apartment in Brooklyn. Everything was spotless; the kitchen and bathroom well-equipped. The washer and dryer came in very handy, especially for a longer stay. The garden in the rear was delightful. The street was very quiet, but we were right around the corner from the subway, great restaurants, shops and a farmer's market. Ten minutes to Manhattan and half-hour to Lincoln Center by subway! The neighborhood of Carroll Gardens was a great discovery.