Jaclyn sent me a detailed and very informative email when I booked, covering everything I need to know including where to find a selection of local bars and restaurants!
The apartment couldn't be in a more convenient place with Bedford Avenue on the corner and MTA subway access maybe 10 / 15 minutes' relaxed walk away. The 14th St / Union Square station in Manhattan (if you can tear yourself away from Williamsburg) is reached in just 2/3 stops on a direct line from Bedford Ave station and from there you can get to most places quickly and easily.
The neighbourhood is a pleasure to wander around and chill out especially in the evening, with laid back as well as pretty raucous bars (I called in at The Lucky Dog a couple of times) and restaurants; and even a garden called "El Puente" with amazing murals tended by the local community. I found people in general to be friendly and courteous.
My room was uncomplicated, clean and comfortable and the facilities were good. Anthony, Jaclyn's cousin, is very helpful and good company.
I felt at home and enjoyed my stay, and the accommodation represented great value for money. I travel on business often and stay in a lot of corporate hotels so Jaclyn's laid-back apartment really helped me to unwind, after working in NYC the previous week.